AOC has just thrown its latest hat into the gaming monitor ring with the Q27G10E2. This 27-inch screen tries to find a middle ground. It boasts a clear QHD resolution and a smooth 180Hz refresh rate while using IPS panel technology for vibrant colors. Let's see what this new monitor brings to the table.
Sharp Visuals and Smooth Gameplay
The Q27G10E2 boasts a 27-inch panel with an IPS display and a 2560 x 1440 resolution. In many ways, this resolution represents the sweet spot for most gamers. It adds some real estate in sharpness to 1080p without needing extreme GPU horsepower to back it up, as would 4K. Backed with a 180Hz refresh rate, the screen promises smooth and responsive gameplay, particularly in fast action titles.
Key Specifications
Some key specifications of the display are as follows:
- Panel Type: 27-inch IPS
- Resolution: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
- Refresh Rate: 180Hz
- Color Gamut: 100% sRGB
- Brightness: 300 nits (typical)
- Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 (static)
- Response Time: 0.5ms MPRT
- HDR Support: HDR10
- Viewing Angles: 178 degrees (Horizontal/Vertical)
With a 100% sRGB color gamut, it can assure good enough color accuracy in general use and gaming, too. HDR10 support adds that hint of dynamic range in compatible content. In addition, AOC touts the presence of Adaptive-Sync and AMD FreeSync to reduce screen tearing and stuttering. This is crucial for smooth game rendering.
Connectivity and Features
To hook up your devices, the Q27G10E2 has a pretty good selection of ports: 2 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 3.5mm Audio Out Jack. This set should cover most PC and console setups. AOC also includes a number of gamer-centric features. These include low input lag mode, motion blur reduction, and dynamic contrast adjustment to further enhance the gaming experience. Flicker-free and low blue light technologies are also present for eye comfort during extended use.
Ergonomics and Availability
The VESA 100x100mm mount is designed to attach the display to a flexible arm or wall. As a drawback, the stand does not have height adjustment and pivot rotation. This might be one of the minus points for people who need high adjustability in ergonomics.
As of now, AOC has not announced the price or detailed availability for the Q27G10E2. But from these specs alone, it is at least expected to be priced competitively for a 27-inch QHD 180Hz gaming monitor. We will only know if that sweet spot actually hits performance per dollar when we get official pricing.
