GIGABYTE Unveils Two QD-OLED Monitors at CES 2025

[Nomad76]

GIGABYTE, the world's leading computer brand, announced two innovative QD-OLED monitors, marking a new era in display technology. The AORUS FO27Q5P sets a new benchmark with its remarkable 500 Hz refresh rate, the fastest in the QD-OLED segment, alongside DP2.1 UHBR20 bandwidth support. Meanwhile, the GIGABYTE MO27U2 redefines clarity and precision as the unprecedented 27-inch 4K QD-OLED monitor with a 240 Hz refresh rate and ultra-detailed 166 PPI resolution. Both monitors are equipped with GIGABYTE's exclusive OLED Care technology and enhanced Tactical Features, ensuring gamers a superior experience in speed, clarity, and reliability.

The AORUS FO27Q5P revolutionizes competitive gaming with its industry-leading 500 Hz refresh rate, providing unprecedented motion clarity and image sharpness. It surpasses the VESA ClearMR (CMR 13000) threshold and is poised to achieve the upcoming ClearMR 21000 standard, showcasing its forward-thinking design. This innovation has earned GIGABYTE an invitation from VESA to advocate for ClearMR 21000, further solidifying its leadership in display technology. Meanwhile, set to be certified with VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500, it delivers precise shadow details and rich, deep blacks. With DP2.1 UHBR20 delivering a massive 80 Gbps bandwidth—2.5 times higher than DP 1.4—the FO27Q5P ensures seamless compatibility with next-gen GPUs, ready for 500 Hz gaming. Tailored for esports professionals and FPS enthusiasts, this monitor is a game-changer in both performance and visual fidelity.



The GIGABYTE MO27U2, featuring 4K resolution and 240 Hz in 27-inch, redefines the 27-inch form factor. Its high 166 PPI ensures clearer visuals, complemented by delta E≤2 color accuracy and Pantone Validated certification, making it ideal for advanced hybrid gamers. Whether engaging in AAA gaming, streaming, working, or light creative tasks, this monitor meets every need with unparalleled performance.

Both models feature GIGABYTE OLED Care, an AI-based panel protection system designed to prevent burn-in and extend display longevity, ensuring a consistent, and vibrant viewing experience. The upgraded Tactical Features further enhance gameplay, with Tactical Switch 2.0 introducing the ability to switch resolutions and adjust to a 4:3 screen ratio for optimized display settings. Night Vision spans the entire screen, assisting FPS players to spot enemies in dimly lit areas more effectively. Meanwhile, Black Equalizer 2.0 continues to provide gamers with enhanced visibility and enriched gameplay precision. Stay tuned with more groundbreaking products updates on GIGABYTE's official website: https://bit.ly/GIGABYTE_CES_2025

View at TechPowerUp Main Site | Source

 

[wNotyarD]

So... just like the ASUS ROG pair announced earlier?

 

[PixelTech]

So... just like the ASUS ROG pair announced earlier?

Not quite, the ASUS monitors have the proximity sensors to turn off the screen when away from the monitor, which in turn saves power. Then the 1440p monitor from Gigabyte uses DP 2.1 so it can be used without DSC. While, disappointedly, ASUS' uses DP 1.4a

 

[Dahita]

Still looking for a great non-OLED curved 34 inch screen

 

[Post Nut Clairvoyance]

Not quite, the ASUS monitors have the proximity sensors to turn off the screen when away from the monitor, which in turn saves power. Then the 1440p monitor from Gigabyte uses DP 2.1 so it can be used without DSC. While, disappointedly, ASUS' uses DP 1.4a

The DP2.1 might be the deciding factor for those who care, since it is a coin toss whether the DSC implementation induce lag, and these monitors are too expensive to be a coin toss.
But then again, the real deciding factor for most people is that glowing ROG eye.

 

[Scrizz]

Still looking for a great non-OLED curved 34 inch screen

Those have existed for ages. That's ancient tech. Non-OLED curved 34 inch monitors existed before the OLED ones. The OLED ones came out ~3 years ago. There should be plenty on the used market if you're so inclined. Below are some new ones. This list is by no means exhaustive.

This one uses IPS Black

Dell UltraSharp 34 Curved Thunderbolt™ Hub Monitor - U3425WE | Dell USA

Shop the UltraSharp 34 Curved Thunderbolt Hub Monitor on Dell.com. 5-Star Eye Comfort, 120Hz refresh rate, WQHD display.

www.dell.com

VA

G34WQC A Gaming Monitor Key Features | Monitor - GIGABYTE Global

Features 21:9 Ultra-Wide with Native 1500R 8-bit panel, 90% DCI-P3 / 120% sRGB QHD, 144Hz with 1ms Response Time & HDR400 AMD FreeSync Premium Built-in Ster...

www.gigabyte.com

VA

G34WQCP Gaming Monitor Specification | Monitor - GIGABYTE Global

Native 1500R, SS VA panel WQHD, 180Hz with 1ms Response Time AMD FreeSync Premium HDR 400 GIGABYTE Classic Tactical Features Low Blue Light & Flicker-Free

www.gigabyte.com

VA

34'' Curved UltraWide Monitor - 34WP65C-B | LG USA

Discover the 34'' Curved UltraWide Monitor that features FreeSync™ and QHD VA Display. Find reviews, specs, and more for 34WP65C-B.

www.lg.com

34" 100Hz WQHD MyView Curved Monitor - 34SR60QC-B

Discover the 34" WQHD MyView Curved Monitor that features 100Hz Refresh Rate and webOS. Find reviews, specs, and more for 34SR60QC-B.

www.lg.com

 

[Dahita]

Those have existed for ages. That's ancient tech.

Thanks man, that's precisely why I'm still waiting for an upgrade on the tech. Oled is ancient tech too if you go this way.

 

[TheLostSwede]

But then again, the real deciding factor for most people is that glowing ROG eye.

I hope that can still be turned off. It could on my old Asus monitor.

 

[Vayra86]

Thanks man, that's precisely why I'm still waiting for an upgrade on the tech. Oled is ancient tech too if you go this way.

You want an upgrade of what exactly?

OLED is the upgrade to anything with IPS or VA. Other than that you can safely forget much if anything to get innovated further on LCD. Its all there, but in different price segments.

 

[Dahita]

You want an upgrade of what exactly?

OLED is the upgrade to anything with IPS or VA. Other than that you can safely forget much if anything to get innovated further on LCD. Its all there, but in different price segments.

Not quite. The burn-in risk (especially when used as a Windows monitor), low brightness and image degradation potential of OLED overtime doesn't work for me. I'd go QD-OLED for better brightness but you still have those risks, and the other issue is the pixel structure (text is not pleasant to read).

IPS is the way to go, but there's no 34 curved monitor with a true 10Bits color / 240Hz option. I'm hoping someone releases one this year.

 

[Sound_Card]

Thanks man, that's precisely why I'm still waiting for an upgrade on the tech. Oled is ancient tech too if you go this way.

I'm not sure how we can progress past OLED without changing over to a completely different viewing format like virtual reality. OLED has perfect contrast ratio and near perfect motion response. Basically, a 120hz OLED feels like a 165hz LCD. Micro LED is Samsung cope.

Personally, I quite content with 1080p ultrawide and think it's the best resolution for getting the most life out of your graphics. I don't see myself upgrading past my Sceptre 30" 200hz Freesync premium monitor unless it breaks.

Not quite. The burn-in risk (especially when used as a Windows monitor), low brightness and image degradation potential of OLED overtime doesn't work for me. I'd go QD-OLED for better brightness but you still have those risks, and the other issue is the pixel structure (text is not pleasant to read).

IPS is the way to go, but there's no 34 curved monitor with a true 10Bits color / 240Hz option. I'm hoping someone releases one this year.

This is 2014 scare mongering that is completely overstated. Almost every phone today is OLED and no one is complaining about 'burn-in'. I have left my C3 on all day with a paused video on one time, not a smudge of burn in. IPS is budget tech now.

 

[Dahita]

I'm not sure how we can progress past OLED without changing over to a completely different viewing format like virtual reality. OLED has perfect contrast ratio and near perfect motion response. Basically, a 120hz OLED feels like a 165hz LCD. Micro LED is Samsung cope.

Personally, I quite content with 1080p ultrawide and think it's the best resolution for getting the most life out of your graphics. I don't see myself upgrading past my Sceptre 30" 200hz Freesync premium monitor unless it breaks.

The next step seems to be MAX Oled. Better pixel lifetime, better brightness, less consumption. Fingers crossed.

This is 2014 scare mongering that is completely overstated. Almost every phone today is OLED and no one is complaining about 'burn-in'. I have left my C3 on all day with a paused video on one time, not a smudge of burn in. IPS is budget tech now.

I don't know what is with this "fear mongering" concept some here keep talking about. It's a technology issue inherent to the nature of OLED. It's got better over time but it's still an issue that manufacturers are working on. Even Gigabyte mentions it (https://global.aorus.com/blog-detail.php?i=1233). Your phone screen isn't on 18 hours a day with a static task bar, icon and background. I don't think any current OLED used as a computer monitor can live past 10 years this way without serious degradation (already a challenge with LCDs).

It's hard to understand the denial regarding this.

 

[Sound_Card]

The next step seems to be MAX Oled. Better pixel lifetime, better brightness, less consumption. Fingers crossed.


I don't know what is with this "fear mongering" concept some here keep talking about. It's a technology issue inherent to the nature of OLED. It's got better over time but it's still an issue that manufacturers are working on. Even Gigabyte mentions it (https://global.aorus.com/blog-detail.php?i=1233). Your phone screen isn't on 18 hours a day with a static task bar, icon and background. I don't think any current OLED used as a computer monitor can live past 10 years this way without serious degradation (already a challenge with LCDs).

It's hard to understand the denial regarding this.

It's an issue that is once again - overstated. I'm not denying that there is no risk. I would argue that all the OLED safety tech has considerably less to do with the risk factors and more to do with convincing people that OLED is safe to buy, because it is. You have a sizable market that is utterly convinced that buying OLED is suicide. When Dell and LG are throwing down 3 year warranties when I don't even get that on many IPS monitors should already be convincing.

 

[Dahita]

It's an issue that is once again - overstated. I'm not denying that there is no risk. I would argue that all the OLED safety tech has considerably less to do with the risk factors and more to do with convincing people that OLED is safe to buy, because it is. You have a sizable market that is utterly convinced that buying OLED is suicide. When Dell and LG are throwing down 3 year warranties when I don't even get that on many IPS monitors should already be convincing.

Any source on the "overstatement"? You're comparing TV usage with monitor usage, don't forget that. My Asus LCD is hitting its 10 year mark this year, no issue whatsoever. I wouldn't get that with an OLED. You understand there's a reason why manufacturers keep working on solutions to address it.

I'm not buying a monitor $1000 to change it five years down the road.

 

[Vayra86]

Any source on the "overstatement"? You're comparing TV usage with monitor usage, don't forget that. My Asus LCD is hitting its 10 year mark this year, no issue whatsoever. I wouldn't get that with an OLED. You understand there's a reason why manufacturers keep working on solutions to address it.

I'm not buying a monitor $1000 to change it five years down the road.

I agree with you. For pure monitor use, as in, careless monitor use like you would on LCD back in the days when nobody cared about power consumption and screensavers were there instead of monitor standby, this is a thing.

For all other use, its barely a thing, but yes, if you were to play one game all the time, or have desktop on the monitor all the time, for damn sure you will be seeing those UI elements after prolonged periods of time. At the same time, pixel refreshers are capable of hiding that quite well.

Also, don't forget the fact that LCD is also suffering from degradation: color and brightness uniformity for example; the latter is already worse out of the box than ANY OLED (!); and the backlight also degrades slowly, generally moving ever further away from the intended white point balance it was shipped with. Many LCD's therefore turn 'more yellow' towards 5 years + of usage. But because its gradual you don't notice it that much; but put it next to a new one, and its like you're working with a vastly different color temperature even though you're not.

OLEDs on the other hand, have intricate technologies that preserve color balance and white point; OLED will instead suffer on peak brightness - and thát degradation is partially covered, and quite well at that, by the fact that OLED dots can be very bright individually. They have a lot of wiggle room, so to speak, which is required for pixel refreshers to work (every time they do that, there is a chance some pixels will be driven harder or less hard to keep the uniformity in check).

Now, if you combine non careless monitor use with the advanced OLED tech, I reckon the lifetime of the two technologies won't be that different in the end. Its also a matter of acceptance of a certain degree of degradation. Both technologies will degrade. The factor of cost however can be the dealbreaker; if you consider the two monitors will last about equally long (doing their job right, without too much visible degradation), the OLED version is still easily twice the price. I think that's the main thing keeping me from an OLED monitor for now; and warranty won't help you here either.

It's an issue that is once again - overstated. I'm not denying that there is no risk. I would argue that all the OLED safety tech has considerably less to do with the risk factors and more to do with convincing people that OLED is safe to buy, because it is. You have a sizable market that is utterly convinced that buying OLED is suicide. When Dell and LG are throwing down 3 year warranties when I don't even get that on many IPS monitors should already be convincing.

Of course not. These companies would very much like you to replace your monitor come year 4 or 5. Its better than customers keeping their TFTs for upwards of 10 years like they do now. Or even longer. The issue is real. It is not overstated. And if you don't keep it into account while using an OLED panel, you will reach 4 years, but not a whole lot more, without visible degradation. After that its just a matter of what you're willing to accept, or cope with. Sure, the 3 year warranty is there to instill trust, but like most warranties, it never covers the period that truly matters if the product is in working order.

The long term testing shows the burn in quite clearly. Its almost a certainty that OLEDs will have a shorter lifespan than LCDs. Ideally, this is reflected in the price, but its not. OLED is not out in the wilds for long enough to have absolute certainty, but all evidence points to this issue so far, so its real and you shouldn't live in denial about it. At the same time like I tried to say above here, ALL panels degrade, even LCD.

 

[Dahita]

I agree with you. For pure monitor use, as in, careless monitor use like you would on LCD back in the days when nobody cared about power consumption and screensavers were there instead of monitor standby, this is a thing.

For all other use, its barely a thing, but yes, if you were to play one game all the time, or have desktop on the monitor all the time, for damn sure you will be seeing those UI elements after prolonged periods of time. At the same time, pixel refreshers are capable of hiding that quite well.

Also, don't forget the fact that LCD is also suffering from degradation: color and brightness uniformity for example; the latter is already worse out of the box than ANY OLED (!); and the backlight also degrades slowly, generally moving ever further away from the intended white point balance it was shipped with. Many LCD's therefore turn 'more yellow' towards 5 years + of usage. But because its gradual you don't notice it that much; but put it next to a new one, and its like you're working with a vastly different color temperature even though you're not.

OLEDs on the other hand, have intricate technologies that preserve color balance and white point; OLED will instead suffer on peak brightness - and thát degradation is partially covered, and quite well at that, by the fact that OLED dots can be very bright individually. They have a lot of wiggle room, so to speak, which is required for pixel refreshers to work (every time they do that, there is a chance some pixels will be driven harder or less hard to keep the uniformity in check).

Now, if you combine non careless monitor use with the advanced OLED tech, I reckon the lifetime of the two technologies won't be that different in the end. Its also a matter of acceptance of a certain degree of degradation. Both technologies will degrade. The factor of cost however can be the dealbreaker; if you consider the two monitors will last about equally long (doing their job right, without too much visible degradation), the OLED version is still easily twice the price. I think that's the main thing keeping me from an OLED monitor for now; and warranty won't help you here either.

You make all good points. There's another point I want to add; IMO, QD-OLED wins the brightness and HDR content handling, but the pixel structure makes text display less than ideal.

Given the technology improvement that is coming in (LG has already annouced an improvement in brightness and is ditching MLA) this year, if I can't find a decent cuvred IPS at 240hz with 10bits colors, I'll just wait a little longer to get a product that has it all.