Monitors / Comparison

Gigabyte G27Q vs MSI G271CQP E2

Monitor · Gigabyte

Gigabyte G27Q

27″ · 2560×1440 · 144 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 72.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate62
Resolution80
Panel80
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Monitor · MSI

MSI G271CQP E2

27″ · 2560×1440 · 170 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 72.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate69
Resolution80
Panel66
Verdict

Gigabyte G27Q and MSI G271CQP E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72.

  • Refresh rate: MSI G271CQP E2 leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).
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MSI G271CQP E2

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Gigabyte G27QMSI G271CQP E2
72Gear score72
27″Screen size27″
2560×1440Resolution2560×1440
144 HzRefresh rate170 Hz
IPSPanelVA
—Estimated price≈ $245

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is Gigabyte G27Q or MSI G271CQP E2 better?

Gigabyte G27Q and MSI G271CQP E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72. Refresh rate: MSI G271CQP E2 leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI G271CQP E2 leads (170 Hz vs 144 Hz).