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AOC I1601FWUX vs Cooler Master GM27-FQS: Comparison
AOC I1601FWUX and Cooler Master GM27-FQS separate most on refresh rate: AOC I1601FWUX at 60 Hz, Cooler Master GM27-FQS at 165 Hz, 64% in favour of Cooler Master GM27-FQS. Max Refresh Rate splits them by another 64%, again favouring Cooler Master GM27-FQS. They match on 5 other specifications, including panel type, panel technology and aspect ratio.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Brand | AOC | Cooler Master |
| Model Number | I1601FWUX | GM27-FQS |
| Screen Size | 15.6 in-42% | 27 in |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| Panel Technology | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz-64% | 165 Hz |
| Adaptive Sync | None | AMD FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible |
| HDR Support | No | Yes |
| Curved | No | No |
| Native Resolution | 1920x1080 | 2560x1440 |
| Screen Curvature | Flat | Flat |
| Max Refresh Rate | 60 Hz-64% | 165 Hz |
| SDR Brightness | 220 nits | 300 nits |
| Native Contrast Ratio | 700:1 | 1000:1 |
| Series | I1601FWUX | Cooler Master Gaming GM27-FQS |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB | 90% DCI-P3 |
| Source URL | https://aoc.com/us/products/monitors/i1601fwux/specification | https://www.coolermaster.com/en-us/products/gm27-fqs-argb/ |
Verdict
AOC I1601FWUX
7.3 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the thinnest, lightest 15.6-inch portable monitors around, from a brand with real panel-making pedigree.
Cooler Master GM27-FQS
7.7 / 10 Expert Rating
A competent first-generation gaming monitor from a trusted PC hardware brand, competitive on specs if not yet on software polish.