The Xiaomi G27Qi 2K Gaming Monitor is now available in stores, featuring a 200Hz refresh rate and HDR 400 support.
Xiaomi has brought its updated G27Qi gaming monitor to retail shelves in Australia. This 2026 version improves on the previous model by raising the refresh rate from 180Hz to 200Hz. It targets gamers who want smoother motion in fast-paced titles.
Key Specifications
The monitor uses a 27-inch Fast IPS panel with these main specs:
- Resolution: 2560 x 1440 (commonly called 2K or QHD).
- Refresh Rate: Up to 200Hz.
- Response Time: 1ms GTG to limit motion blur and ghosting.
- HDR: VESA DisplayHDR 400 certified, with peak brightness at 400 nits.
- Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 (typical).
- Color Coverage: 95% DCI-P3 and 100% sRGB, plus 10-bit color depth for wider range and smoother gradients.
- Color Accuracy: Factory calibrated to Delta E < 2.
- Adaptive Sync: AMD FreeSync Premium to cut screen tearing and stuttering.
- Viewing Angles: 178° horizontal and vertical.
- Ports: Two HDMI 2.0, two DisplayPort 1.4, plus a 3.5mm audio jack.
- Other Features: TÜV-certified low blue light mode (hardware-based, reduces emissions by about 50% without much color shift), slim three-side bezels, joystick for menu control, tilt-adjustable stand (-5° to +15°), and VESA 75x75mm mount compatibility.
- Power and Weight: Rated at 48W max, weighs 4.15kg with stand.
These details come from Xiaomi’s official global product page and specs listings.
Availability and Pricing
The monitor went on sale in Australia through Xiaomi’s local site. It carries a retail price of AUD 399 but launched at AUD 289 after a 28% discount (around $203 USD at current rates). This marks the first confirmed retail availability for the 2026 edition, which first showed up on Xiaomi’s global website late last year. No details have surfaced yet for launches or prices in other regions.
The display suits competitive gaming thanks to the high refresh rate and low response time. It also works well for general media viewing and basic color-sensitive tasks with its wide gamut and calibration.
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