The two monitors are similar in many ways. So, let’s first talk about the differences between them. First of all, the G27q-20 supports a refresh rate of up to 165 Hz, while the G27-20 is limited to 144 Hz. Additionally, the former features a 1440p 10-bit display panel (2560 X 1440 pixels ) and therefore supports up to 1.07 billion colors and 109 PPI. On the other hand, the latter only supports up to 16.7 million colors with 82 PPI as it comes with an 8-bit 1080p panel (1920 x 1080 pixels).
Due to the differences in the refresh rate and panel type, the power consumption is different in the two models, which is obvious. Additionally, the higher spec model is also slightly heavier, larger in dimensions, and features HDMI 2.0 instead of HDMI 1.4. However, they both come with the same 1.4 and 3.5mm DP audio output ports.
Common specifications between them
Starting with size, both monitors sport a 27-inch WLED-backlit IPS LCD panel with a 16: 9 aspect ratio. The screen is also covered in an anti-reflective coating and has a 178 ° viewing angle. Interestingly, despite the differences in resolution and refresh rate, both monitors have exactly the same maximum brightness of 400 cd / m 2, 1000: 1 contrast ratio, 3M: 1 dynamic contrast ratio, 99 sRGB color gamut % and up to 1 ms response time.
They also support HDR decoding, AMD FreeSync ™ Premium and are also TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light / Flicker Free certified. Additionally, the monitors also come with a Kensington ™ lock slot and are compatible with VESA mounting and cable management. Last but not least, these monitors only come in the raven black color option with a blue accented stand that can be used to tilt or lift the screen.
Price and availability
The two new Lenovo gaming monitors will be available starting January 2021 in the US There is no information on the availability of these monitors in other countries, but they should reach other markets, as are most products. Lenovo. Prices:
- Lenovo G27q-20: $ 299.99
- Lenovo G27-20: $ 239.99