Acer KB272 27-inch
Score: 70/100
Gigabyte M27Q 27-inch
Score: 79/100Rankings
A 27-inch IPS QHD monitor delivering 180 Hz refresh, 1 ms MPRT response and built-in KVM/USB-C features, suited for gamers and creators who need decent color accuracy.
The Acer KB272 provides a 27" Full HD IPS display with 120 Hz refresh and 1 ms VRB response, delivering smooth casual gaming and productivity, but its ergonomic options and connectivity are limited.
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27 inchesbest | 27 inchesbest | |
120 Hz | 180 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 1 msbest |
250 nitsbest | — | |
1,000best | — | |
99 %best | 95 % | |
1 | 2best | |
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Display(4) | ||
Resolution | 1920x1080 | 2560x1440 |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 Hz | 180 Hz |
HDR Support | false | true |
Color Gamut (sRGB %) (%) | 99 % | 95 % |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 1 | 2 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers view the Acer KB272 G0bi as a solid value proposition for office and casual gaming, highlighting its IPS panel, FreeSync support, and VisionCare eye-comfort features. However, they note the lack of modern connectivity options and limited ergonomic adjustments.
Everyday users appreciate the clear 1080p display, eye-comfort technologies, and affordable price, but recurring complaints focus on the need for color calibration, a loose HDMI connector, a wobbly stand, and weak built-in speakers.
Professional reviewers praise the M27Q Advanced for delivering a strong balance of high refresh rates, color accuracy and unique KVM/USB-C functionality, while noting modest HDR performance and the external power brick.
Everyday users appreciate the monitor's value, vibrant colors, ergonomic stand and KVM feature, but report panel lottery issues, limited HDR impact and occasional power-cycling glitches.
“Clear 1080p display and eye-comfort are great.”
“HDMI connector feels loose.”
“Speakers are too weak for media.”
