Name: Redragon OPAL 165Hz Flat Gaming Monitor
Brand: Redragon

Summary

A 27-inch flat QHD IPS gaming monitor with a 165 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response time and AMD FreeSync, sold by Redragon at $229.99 USD (regular $269.99 USD) and currently sold out. Check the warranty term before buying: the product page claims 3 years, while Redragon’s warranty policy covers monitors for 1 year for functional defects only.

Strengths

Manufacturer-hosted owners praise smooth performance and bright HDR colors.
Includes DP cable, power cable and adapter in the box.
VESA mount (75 × 75 mm) supports an arm or wall mount.

Weaknesses

Warranty terms conflict: 3-year page claim vs. 1-year policy for monitors.
Connectivity and VESA hole pattern are not reconciled across sources.
Stand adjusts tilt only; no height, swivel or pivot.
No USB ports, speakers or RGB per the independent review.
No instrumented tests from established monitor outlets; color and response remain unverified.
Color-gamut figures (DCI-P3 90% and 99% sRGB) are different spaces and not directly comparable.

Verified specifications

Panel	27-inch HDR 400 IPS, 2560 × 1440 (QHD), 16:9.
Refresh rate	165 Hz; response time: 1 ms.
Brightness	300 cd/m² typical (HDR on); contrast ratio 1000:1 typical.
Color	DCI-P3 90% and 99% sRGB, which are different color spaces.
Adaptive sync	AMD FreeSync; G-Sync compatible per one retailer listing.
Flicker-free	yes.
VESA mount	75 × 75 mm per manufacturer; 100 × 100 mm per one retailer (unresolved).
Stand	tilt only.
Frame	frameless / ultra-slim; color black.
Power	19 V/2.5 A adapter; 1.5 m power cable and 1.5 m DP cable included.
In the box	monitor, 1.5 m power cable, 19 V/2.5 A adapter, 1.5 m DP cable, quick start guide, user manual.
Warranty	product page claims 3 years with 12-month replacement service and 24×7 support; manufacturer policy covers monitors for 1 year for functional defects only (physical damage excluded); open-box units get 6 months.
Dimensions	24.41 × 20.08 × 8.27 in.
Weight	9.64 kg per structured data (net vs. gross not stated).
Shipping and returns	free shipping, 30-day free returns, 3–7 day handling and 3–7 day transit; ships to US customers only.

Full research notes and sources

Which model this is

This page covers the Redragon OPAL 27-inch flat QHD monitor sold on Redragon’s US store under SKU RED-GM27-FIQ (EAN/GTIN-13 6950376719188). It is not the curved CORAL sibling, nor the 180 Hz OPAL-L (GM27X5QIPS-L) or 200 Hz variants, which are separate revisions. The flat product page carries 11 images, some with “AMBER” in their filenames, but the listed name and specifications are for the OPAL flat model.

Warranty and support

Redragon’s product page claims a 3-year warranty with 12-month replacement service and 24×7 support, while the manufacturer’s warranty policy states monitors are covered for 1 year for functional defects only, with physical damage excluded. Open-box units get 6 months. Buyers should confirm which term applies to their order. Support is requested via the manufacturer’s contact page or support@redragonshop.com. Returns are free within 30 days.

Inputs and connectivity

The exact input set and HDMI version are not reconciled, and the VESA hole pattern differs (75 × 75 mm vs. 100 × 100 mm) between the manufacturer and that retailer.

Is it worth it?

At $229.99 USD (regular $269.99 USD; code GHOST15 may bring it to about $195.49 USD if it applies at checkout), the monitor offers QHD 165 Hz IPS with FreeSync. An independent review rated value 75% and performance 90%, and compared the $269.99 MSRP with the ASUS TUF VG27AQ at $283.99. With no instrumented tests, conflicting warranty terms and unresolved input ambiguity, value rests on the stated specifications. The monitor is sold out on Redragon’s store with US-only shipping.