The 6 Best 27 Inch Gaming Monitors - Summer 2019
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27 inch monitors vary significantly in performance and features and are one of the most popular sizes on the market today. Ranging from the most basic 1080p monitors to 4k gaming powerhouses, there is a 27" gaming monitor to match any budget and need, whether you're a weekend warrior or professional eSports player.

We've reviewed 76 monitors, and below are our recommendations for the best 27 inch gaming monitors that are available for purchase in 2019. See our recommendations for the best gaming monitors, the best 1080p monitors, and the best gaming monitors under $300.

1. Best 27 Inch Gaming Monitor: ASUS VG279Q

   

   ASUS VG279Q

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   Usage Ratings - Version 1.0

   8.6

   Gaming
   Size : 27 "

   Resolution : 1920x1080

   Refresh Rate : 144 Hz

   LCD Type

   : IPS

   Variable Refresh Rate

   : FreeSync

   The ASUS VG279Q is the best 27 inch gaming monitor that we've tested so far. It delivers an excellent gaming experience, with outstanding motion handling, excellent low input lag, and support for AMD's FreeSync variable refresh rate technology, even when connected to a recent NVIDIA graphics card via DisplayPort. It's a great choice for PC or console gamers alike, with excellent 60Hz input lag when gaming on a PS4 or Xbox One.

   This monitor has a great design with outstanding ergonomics, so you can easily place it in the ideal viewing position. It has decent picture quality, with great peak brightness, wide viewing angles, and excellent gray uniformity. It's also extremely accurate out of the box.

   Unfortunately, it doesn't look as good in a dark room, which is typical for IPS monitors, and the native resolution is only 1920x1080, which might disappoint some gamers.

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2. G-SYNC Alternative: ASUS PG279QZ

   

   ASUS PG279QZ

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   Size : 27 "

   Resolution : 2560x1440

   Refresh Rate : 144 Hz

   LCD Type

   : IPS

   Variable Refresh Rate

   : G-Sync

   If you like the ASUS VG279Q but want to get the most out of your NVIDIA graphics card, check out the ASUS ROG Swift PG279QZ instead. This 27 inch, 1440p monitor delivers an impressive gaming experience with an extremely fast response time, delivering clear motion with very little blur trail. It isn't quite as bright as the VG279Q, and the stand is slightly less versatile, but it adds a USB hub, great for keeping your controllers charged. Overall, this is an impressive 27 inch G-SYNC gaming monitor that should please most people.

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3. 1440p Alternative: Gigabyte AD27QD

   

   Gigabyte AD27QD

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   Size : 27 "

   Resolution : 2560x1440

   Refresh Rate : 144 Hz

   LCD Type

   : IPS

   Variable Refresh Rate

   : FreeSync

   If the low resolution of the ASUS VG279Q is a deal-breaker for you, check out the Gigabyte Aorus AD27QD instead. This 27", 1440p monitor delivers impressive gaming performance, with an outstanding response time, an optional black frame insertion feature, and oustanding low input lag. This monitor also has an impressive selection of additional features, including an RGB bias lighting feature and a unique active noise cancelling feature.

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4. Best 27 Inch 4k Gaming Monitor: LG 27UK650-W

   

   LG 27UK650-W

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   Usage Ratings - Version 1.0

   8.1

   Gaming
   Size : 27 "

   Resolution : 3840x2160

   Refresh Rate : 60 Hz

   LCD Type

   : IPS

   Variable Refresh Rate

   : FreeSync

   If you want a higher level of detail in your favorite games, the LG 27UK650-W is the best 27 inch 4k gaming monitor we've tested so far. It has a fast response time, so there is only a bit of blur behind fast-moving objects. Although there's a bit more blur than the ASUS VG279Q, it still looks great. This monitor also has excellent low input lag, and, like the ASUS and the Gigabyte Aorus AD27QD, it supports FreeSync for a nearly tear-free gaming experience.

   This monitor has a good design. Although the stand doesn't offer the same flexibility as the ASUS, it still has a good height and tilt adjustment and can be rotated to portrait orientation, so you shouldn't have any issues placing it in the ideal viewing position.

   Unfortunately, like the majority of IPS monitors, it doesn't look quite as good with dark scenes in a dark room. It's also limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, which may disappoint more serious gamers. Overall, though, this is a great gaming monitor.

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5. Best Budget 27 Inch Gaming Monitor: HP 27f

   

   HP 27f

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   Usage Ratings - Version 1.0

   7.5

   Gaming
   Size : 27 "

   Resolution : 1920x1080

   Refresh Rate : 75 Hz

   LCD Type

   : IPS

   Variable Refresh Rate

   : FreeSync

   If you're on a tight budget, the HP 27F is the best budget 27 inch gaming monitor we've tested so far. This is a decent monitor for most uses. It's an entry-level gaming monitor, with a decent 75Hz refresh rate, low input lag, and great response time. It also supports FreeSync for a nearly tear-free gaming experience, although it doesn't work with NVIDIA's new adaptive sync drivers as it lacks a DisplayPort connection.

   Even though it's a budget monitor, it delivers decent overall picture quality. It has decent peak brightness, wide viewing angles, and excellent gray uniformity. It also has surprisingly good reflection handling, so you shouldn't have any issues playing in a bright room.

   Unfortunately, like most IPS monitors, it doesn't look quite as good when viewing dark content in a dark room. It also has a fixed stand and can't be VESA mounted, so it can be difficult to find the ideal viewing position. Overall, though, this is a decent monitor that should please most casual gamers.

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6. Cheaper Alternative: Samsung C27F398

   

   Samsung C27F398

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   Size : 27 "

   Resolution : 1920x1080

   Refresh Rate : 60 Hz

   LCD Type

   : VA

   Variable Refresh Rate

   : FreeSync

   If you want something even cheaper than the HP 27F, check out the Samsung CF398 instead. Both monitors provide a good overall gaming experience, but the Samsung uses a VA panel, which looks better when viewed in a dark room. Unfortunately, this difference also means the image degrades when viewed at an angle. This may be an issue if sitting too close, as the edges appear non-uniform, or when sharing your screen with someone else. Overall, though, this is a good gaming monitor for most casual gamers.

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