Best 27-inch QHD Monitors for Gaming (2025)

27-inch 1440p gaming monitors ranked by motion clarity, color accuracy, value, and ergonomics.

4 Products Ranked
Updated Oct 1, 2025
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Best 27-inch QHD Monitors for Gaming (2025)

Best 27-inch QHD Monitors

How We Test

We evaluate each monitor on three core metrics:

  • Performance (0-100): Response time, overshoot control, VRR stability, and input lag
  • Value (0-100): Price-to-performance vs. class competitors
  • Build (0-100): Ergonomics, OSD, stand quality, and QC

All monitors are tested over two weeks of mixed gaming and daily work.


Top Picks (October 2025)

Note: The ranked list below is auto-generated from our database and updates when we change the List.

#1
LG UltraGear 27GP850-B
Top Pick
88
Performance
Score: 92/100

Why we picked it

Fast IPS 165Hz with excellent motion and color out of the box.

panel
IPS
size in
27
refresh hz
165
resolution
2560x1440
#2
Dell S2721DGF
84
Performance
Score: 90/100

Why we picked it

Great color accuracy and response times; strong all-rounder.

panel
IPS
size in
27
refresh hz
165
resolution
2560x1440
#3
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ
86
Performance
Score: 88/100

Why we picked it

Value 165Hz IPS with useful ELMB and good ergonomics.

panel
IPS
size in
27
refresh hz
165
resolution
2560x1440
#4
BenQ EX2780Q
82
Performance
Score: 85/100

Why we picked it

Solid 144Hz with entertainment features and good image quality.

panel
IPS
size in
27
refresh hz
144
resolution
2560x1440

Buying Guide

For esports: prioritize response consistency at 165Hz and well-tuned overdrive.
For mixed play + work: color accuracy and uniformity matter more than sheer refresh rates.
For budgets: pick modern IPS/VA QHD with VRR; avoid dated TN unless latency is your only priority.