New monitor

[Graham T]

I'm looking for a new monitor and can't decide between the lg 27gl850 and the gigabyte fi27q,

 

[EsaT]

Gigabyte is with AU Optronics panel and has good for IPS contrast, which is always good if you prefer dimmer room illumination.
But LG's (first gen?) Nano-IPS panel with mediocre for IPS contrast again has faster response times.

 

[Ryanr1987]

I prefer the FI27Q when it comes to image quality, it has a smooth panel coating, mine had 1300:1 contrast ratio compared to the 750:1 of the LG panels. The FI27Q is actually an Innolux panel which use a form of In-Plane you get better viewing angles than AHVA In-Plane panels which AUO use.

If you're strictly a competitive gamer, the LG panel would be a better option. For all around use if you want better image quality, consider a good VA panel like the AG273QX.