Gigabyte FO27Q3 360 Hz 2K monitor for gaming with QD-OLED

Recent online listings now include the Gigabyte Aorus FO32U2 and its 27-inch counterpart, the Gigabyte FO27Q3. Initially showcased at CES 2024, these devices had limited details available at the time. However, we now have access to numerous essential specifications.

A QD-OLED panel, most likely of the latest generation with significantly improved text display, features a resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels (WQHD) and a 360Hz refresh rate in this case.

To maintain nearly 360 fps in graphically demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077, players may need to enable upsampling technologies like DLSS or significantly lower the graphics settings, even on high-end gaming setups.

The 27-inch best 360Hz monitor for gaming also comes with a 0.03 response time (gray to gray), 10-bit color depth, 99 percent DCI-P3, a contrast ratio of 1,500,000:1 and a brightness of 250 cd/m² (SDR, 100 percent APL ) or 1000 cd/m² ( HDR, 3 percent APL).

Unsightly image tearing is eliminated via FreeSync Premium Pro. There is also a tactical switch on board, which, like the FO32U2, presumably activates a night vision mode at the push of a button or switches the image to 24 inches with Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels), which should immediately ensure significantly higher frame rates.

Regarding connectivity, the monitor features two HDMI 2.1 inputs and, moreover, a DisplayPort 1.4. Additionally, there is a USB 3.0 hub, along with a microphone input and a headphone output. Furthermore, it supports USB-C with DisplayPort alternate mode and offers an 18-watt Power Delivery (PD) option.

As for ergonomics, the screen can be tilted, rotated, and adjusted in height for optimal viewing comfort. Moreover, it can be pivoted or securely mounted on a wall or a swivel arm using a VESA mount (100 x 100 mm), providing flexibility for various setups.

Price and release date

Gigabyte FO27Q3 360 Hz 2K OLED gaming monitor is now listed on Bhphotovideo.com and Amazon.co.uk for $799.99 and £1,079.09, respectively.

The Gigabyte Aorus FO27Q3, which weighs 5 kg without a stand, offers a KVM switch, picture-in-picture and picture-by-picture modes as well as RGB Fusion 2.0 and comes with a three-year warranty, which also completely covers OLED burn-in effects.

The feature set also includes DisplayHDR True Black 400 and ClearMR 13,000 – the currently highest level of the VESA standard, which evaluates the sharpness of moving images of monitors.

Gigabyte FO27Q3 specifications

• Display: 27-inch OLED panel, Anti-Reflection
• Display Viewing Area (HxV): 590.42 x 333.72 mm
• Color Gamut: 99% DCI-P3
• Resolution: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
• Pixel Pitch: 0.2292(H) x 0.2292(V) mm
• Brightness: 250 cd/m2 (Typ, SDR APL 100%); 1000 nits (Typ, HDR APL 3%)
• Contrast Ratio: 1.5M:1
• Viewing Angle: 178°(H)/178°(V)
• Display Colors: 10-bit (1.07B)
• Response Time: 0.03ms (GTG)
• Refresh Rate: 360Hz
• Features: VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400, VESA Certified ClearMR 13000, Flicker-free, Factory Calibration △E< 2, Tactical Switch, OSD Sidekick, Black Equalizer 2.0, Dashboard, Crosshair, Timer, Counter, Night Vision, Eagle Eye, PiP/PbP, Auto-Update, KVM, 6 axis Color Control, Apply Picture Mode, HDMI-CEC, RGB Fusion 2.0, Kensington lock
• Ports: 2 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Displayport 1.4, 1 x USB Type-C (Alternate Mode; Upstream port; Power Delivery up to 18W), 2 x USB 3.0 Downstream ports, 1 x USB 3.0 Upstream port, 1 x Earphone Jack,
• 1 x Microphone Jack
• Audio: 5W x 2 Speakers
• Stand: Tilt (-5°~+20°), Swivel (±20°), Pivot (-0°~+90°), Height Adj. (130 mm)
• VESA Mount: 100 x 100 mm
• Dimensions: 610.3 x 532.5 x 158.6 mm (with stand)
• Weight: 7.2 kg (with stand)