Tempest GP27Q
27-inch 2560x1440 IPS Display • 165Hz
SI Score
Calculated purely from technical specs and community reliability reports.
View Formula Breakdown
IPS provides great color accuracy and viewing angles
Great standard refresh rate for smooth gaming
Great balance of clarity and performance
Score reduced due to 3 known community issue(s)
Key Specifications
ScreenInspector Verdict
Best Use Case
We recommend the Cooler Master Tempest GP27Q for gaming, competitive esports, and color-sensitive creative work.
Gaming Capabilities
Equipped with a fast 165Hz refresh rate, it is suitable for high-performance gaming and esports (very smooth motion).
Display Tech
The IPS screen offers wide viewing angles and excellent color accuracy with a rating of high sharpness (QHD), offering a great balance of performance and visual real estate.
Commonly Reported Issues
Owner Feedback Note: The issues listed below are compiled and summarized from community reports, buyer reviews, and public forums. They represent aggregated user experiences rather than lab-tested hardware defects. Individual units may vary.
HDMI 2.1 handshake/dropout issues
Monitor frequently drops signal or fails to establish a stable HDMI 2.1 connection, especially at 4K 160Hz or with certain GPUs, requiring cable swaps or power cycling.
Local dimming backlight bleed and blooming
Noticeable backlight bleed along edges when local dimming is active, plus blooming around bright objects on dark backgrounds like white text on black.
Power LED and firmware bugs
Power LED stays lit after shutdown, and firmware glitches like OSD freeze or incorrect EDID data persist even after updating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the refresh rate of the Tempest GP27Q?
The Cooler Master Tempest GP27Q has a native refresh rate of 165Hz.
What panel technology does it use?
It features a IPS panel, which is designed to deliver wide viewing angles and excellent color accuracy.
What is the screen resolution?
The resolution is 2560x1440 on a 27" screen, achieving a pixel density of ~109 PPI.
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