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Tyler G.

Tyler G.

Joined on 09/14/20

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Great for Mid-Range on a Budget

GIGABYTE - G27QC Advanced - 27" VA Curved Gaming Monitor - QHD 2560x1440 - 165Hz - 1ms MPRT - Adaptive-Sync - HDMI, DP, USB-A - Height Adjustable - Black
GIGABYTE - G27QC Advanced - 27" VA Curved Gaming Monitor - QHD 2560x1440 - 165Hz - 1ms MPRT - Adaptive-Sync - HDMI, DP, USB-A - Height Adjustable - Black

Pros: - The refresh rate and response time of this monitor are amazing. - The mount provides smooth vertical motion for height and the monitor can be adjusted from there. - Diverse settings menu that allows you near complete control of the monitor. - Setup guide can be found online and all ports are clearly labeled. - Curvature is not too much, but not too little. I would absolutely recommend this product to someone who isn't quite sure if a curved monitor is for them. This is a great place to start.

Cons: - The colors on this monitor are nice, but not nearly perfect. Colors can be dull and inaccurate. They can be adjusted in the handy settings menu. Definitely would not recommend this product to someone who uses applications such as photoshop, lightroom, etc. - The in-monitor speakers are not very good. Chances are, you're not buying a monitor for its speakers, but its definitely good to note. - Stand is sturdy, but bulky. It's nice to have the monitor without worrying about it shaking or falling, however the stand takes up much more desk space than desired. - Power / Control button can take some getting used to. It gets the job done, but it is very finnicky and you'll more often than not find yourself closing out of menus or going to the wrong option. - I've noticed a LOT of backlight shining through, especially on the edges of the screen. This is not always noticeable unless you're either searching for it or you're playing a darker game.

Overall Review: I find that when reading reviews I tend to take people's word for it a lot more than I should. I find it important to note that what I am seeing with my product, specifically in the cons section, could JUST be the specific unit I received. Take caution, but don't let one review be the end all be all for your decision. This is a fantastic monitor for its price point. While it does have its flaws, those flaws are to be expected given all the features Gigabyte is packing in at this specific price level. Getting a monitor is a gamble, especially with what you're paying for it. I did a lot of research before making my purchase, but I still believe it was the right one.