Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Gigabyte - M27Q X | HP - OMEN 32q QHD |
|---|---|---|
| Response time (GtG) | 0.3 ms | 1 ms |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Screen size | 27 " | 32 " |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 92 % | 95 % |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 15 W | 0 W |
Between the M27Q X and OMEN 32q QHD, the M27Q X comes out ahead in response time (gtg) / refresh rate, while the OMEN 32q QHD wins on screen size / dci-p3 coverage. Overall, the M27Q X scores 67.6 and the OMEN 32q QHD scores 68 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
These two are nearly even on the Mars Score (67.6 vs 68). The decision is not about overall quality — both clear the bar — it is about which specific trade-offs fit your use.
Pick the M27Q X if the display is what you stare at all day — refresh rate, brightness, or sharpness is where the difference will be most visible. The biggest gaps in its favor are response time (gtg), refresh rate, usb-c power delivery. The single most decisive one: Response time (GtG) — 70.00% less. 0.3 ms vs 1 ms.
Pick the OMEN 32q QHD if you care most about screen size / dci-p3 coverage. Its strongest claims are screen size, dci-p3 coverage. The single most decisive one: Screen size — 18.52% more. 32 " vs 27 ".
Both ship with comparable peak brightness, panel type, g-sync, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity says both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Which should you buy: Gigabyte - M27Q X or HP - OMEN 32q QHD?
HP - OMEN 32q QHD leads the current Mars Score by 0.4 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare screen size, refresh rate against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Gigabyte - M27Q X if…
Gigabyte - M27Q X has the measurable edge on response time ms, refresh rate hz, has usb c pd w.
Choose HP - OMEN 32q QHD if…
HP - OMEN 32q QHD has the measurable edge on screen size in, color gamut dci p3 pct.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why Gigabyte - M27Q X wins
- ▲Response time (GtG) — 70.00% less. 0.3 ms vs 1 ms.
- ▲Refresh rate — 45.45% more. 240 Hz vs 165 Hz.
- ▲USB-C Power Delivery: 15 W vs 0 W.
Why HP - OMEN 32q QHD wins
- ▲Screen size — 18.52% more. 32 " vs 27 ".
- ▲DCI-P3 coverage — 3.26% more. 95 % vs 92 %.
Spec comparison
Panel
| Spec | Gigabyte - M27Q X | HP - OMEN 32q QHD |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 27 " | 32 "lead |
| Panel typeⓘ | IPS | IPS |
| Resolutionⓘ | 1440p | 1440p |
| Aspect ratioⓘ | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curvedⓘ | false | false |
Performance
| Spec | Gigabyte - M27Q X | HP - OMEN 32q QHD |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rateⓘ | 240 Hzlead | 165 Hz |
| Response time (GtG)ⓘ | 0.3 mslead | 1 ms |
| Peak brightnessⓘ | 400 nits | 400 nits |
| DCI-P3 coverageⓘ | 92 % | 95 %lead |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| G-Syncⓘ | true | true |
| FreeSyncⓘ | true | true |
Connectivity
| Spec | Gigabyte - M27Q X | HP - OMEN 32q QHD |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C inputⓘ | truelead | false |
| USB-C Power Deliveryⓘ | 15 Wlead | 0 W |
| KVM | truelead | false |
Frequently asked
Which has higher refresh rate, M27Q X or OMEN 32q QHD?+
M27Q X refreshes at 240Hz vs 165Hz.
Which has faster response time, M27Q X or OMEN 32q QHD?+
M27Q X responds in 0.3ms vs 1ms.
Does M27Q X or OMEN 32q QHD have USB-C with power delivery?+
M27Q X offers USB-C with 15W power delivery.