Xiaomi G27i
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Specifications
Strengths
- Very low price
- Responsive 165Hz
- Understated design
Weaknesses
- No HDR
- No speakers or USB-C
Our review
The Xiaomi G27i bets everything on the price-to-refresh-rate ratio with an affordable 165Hz Full HD panel. Finishes are basic and connectivity is minimal. A good pick for a secondary gaming monitor on a tight budget.
Frequently asked questions
What resolution does the Xiaomi G27i run at?
The panel shows 1920x1080 pixels across 27 inches, around 82 pixels per inch. That is Full HD, the entry level definition, comfortable up to 24 inches and stretched beyond that. The IPS panel keeps colours stable whatever the viewing angle.
Is the Xiaomi G27i a good monitor for gaming?
Yes. The panel runs at 165 Hz, well above the 60 Hz of an office screen, and motion gains a lot of smoothness. At 1920x1080 you still need a graphics card able to keep up with that pace. The 27 inches at 1920x1080 also weigh on the frame rate the graphics card can hold.
What features does the Xiaomi G27i include?
No, there is no USB-C port on this model, so the connection goes through the usual video inputs. Beyond that it goes without HDR, a height adjustable stand, built in speakers and a curved panel. With no height adjustment, a monitor arm quickly becomes useful to line the panel up with your eyes.
Is the Xiaomi G27i worth 135 euros?
At 135 euros it scores 4.2/5 across 6,500 Amazon reviews. The score sits in the healthy middle of the comparison. It sits in the Gaming category of our selection. Main strength: very low price. Main compromise: no HDR. Also in its favour: responsive 165Hz.