Xiaomi has upgraded the specs of its budget 27‑inch QHD monitor A27Qi by adding a 120 Hz refresh rate and more accurate color reproduction

Xiaomi Updated Budget 27‑inch QHD Monitor A27Qi

The company Xiaomi has once again unveiled its monitor lineup, but this year it’s not just another iteration. The new model—A27Qi 2026—retains the core specifications of the previous generation while adding a number of improvements that are especially noticeable when working with graphics and multimedia.

Specification
A27Qi (2019) A27Qi 2026
Resolution 2560 × 1440 px 2560 × 1440 px
Panel type IPS IPS
Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Response time (GtG) 6 ms 6 ms
Viewing angles 178° 178°
Color space 100 % sRGB, 95 % DCI‑P3 same
Refresh rate 100 Hz 120 Hz
Contrast ratio ~1100:1 1300:1
Calibration (ΔE) up to 2 < 1
Technologies Low Blue Light, DC Dimming same

What’s new?
* More accurate color calibration – factory settings now achieve ΔE < 1. This means colors are rendered almost perfectly out of the box, which is convenient for photographers and designers.
* Increased contrast ratio — 1300:1 instead of about 1100:1 allows better detail differentiation in dark scenes and makes black appear deeper.
* Higher refresh rate — from 100 Hz to 120 Hz. Users will notice smoother interface scrolling and more fluid animation, even if a game doesn’t require high FPS.

Where can it be bought?
Xiaomi launched the A27Qi 2026 in Thailand at a price of 4,990 baht (about $159). That’s only $3 more than the previous version. While the company has not announced availability in other countries yet, given the successful launch of the original, an expansion of sales is expected soon.

Thus, Xiaomi once again confirms its position as a manufacturer of affordable yet functional monitors: the new A27Qi 2026 retains proven IPS technology and adds important improvements for professional color work and a smoother user experience.