Monitors

£220 for a new 165hz gaming screen - how does it fare in our tests?

We've seen a number of 27-inch and 28-inch 4K/UHD 144Hz gaming monitors in recent years, as well as much larger 40+ inch models. Now, we're starting to see more 32-inch options, with the latest coming from ViewSonic, boasting a 32-inch UHD panel with a 150Hz refresh rate.  Using a 32-inch …

For years now, 1440p gaming monitors have primarily been sold with up to 165Hz refresh rates. Now, monitor makers are starting to push well beyond that, with Acer’s latest gaming display boasting QHD resolution at 300Hz. 

While Sony’s PlayStation brand may be one of its biggest, the tech giant has a long and successful history making all manner of media devices. One of the biggest names in TVs is BRAVIA, and Sony is now making its TV’s the best way to experience PS5 games. In a …

ASUS is adding a new TUF Gaming monitor to its ranks this week. The new VG30VQL1A offers a curved, 21:9 display with a blazing fast 200Hz refresh rate, enabling smoother performance in games, particularly competitive titles like CS:GO, Call of Duty: Warzone, Apex Legends etc.  The VG30VQL1A uses a curved …

In the last decade, Corsair has been expanding into multiple new markets, launching peripherals, water cooling components, custom PCs and streaming gear. Now, Corsair is getting into gaming monitors too, starting off with the Xeneon 32QHD165. As the name implies, the Xeneon 32QHD165 will come with a 32-inch panel with …

This is the CHEAPEST 4K/144Hz we have found online - but is it any good?

ViewSonic has recently introduced a new monitor to its portfolio, the VX2882-4KP. From the outside, it looks like a standard office monitor, but taking a look at the spec sheet reveals key features aimed at high-end gaming.  The VX2882-4KP packs a 28-inch SuperClear IPS panel with 4K resolution, 1ms MPRT …

The Eve Spectrum is here - but is it really as good as it's cracked up to be?

The Agon by AOC series of gaming monitors just got even better. This week, AOC announced two new monitors – the AG324UX with 4K resolution and 144Hz refresh rate, and the AF274FZ, offering 1080p at 260Hz. The AGON AG324UX is the higher end of these two, sporting a 31.5″ IPS …

MSI has recently announced the world's first Human-Machine Interface (HMI) gaming monitor – the MEG381CQR Plus, packing a secondary display and more intuitive controls through a gaming dial. Aside from the addition of HMI, this particular monitor also includes all the bells and whistles you would want from a premium …

BenQ's latest addition to its extensive portfolio of monitors is the EW3880R, an ultrawide curved monitor suitable for home entertainment. Featuring a TreVolo sound system and a WQHD+ resolution, the EW3880R aims to provide “an unparalleled cinematic experience” from the comfort of your home. The 38-inch IPS curved (2300R) panel …

This is a cracking 4K/144Hz monitor - but Gigabyte has dropped the ball in one key area

This week, Samsung has introduced yet another 49-inch monitor to its portfolio – the Samsung LS49A950UIU. Boasting a dual QHD, super-wide resolution, low response time and even 120Hz refresh rate, this monitor is marketed for office use, but it could also pass as a gaming monitor.  Featuring a curved (1800R) …

27 Inch 4K UHD Monitor, 60Hz, 4ms, IPS, Adaptive Sync for less than £300?

HP has been revamping its line-up of gaming monitors recently, with the new understated HP X34 and HP X32 displays. Now, following the game theme, HP is also launching the X27q, using the same simple design, while packing gaming-oriented features, like QHD resolution and 165Hz refresh rate.  Ignoring the display …

HP is launching a new display to join the ranks of the 32-inch WQHD gaming monitors. Simply named X32, the new HP gaming monitor has an understated design without the characteristic gaming aesthetics. However, its specifications are pretty decent, offering a 165Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time for a …

Samsung is about to launch its new flagship monitor, the Odyssey Neo G9. Featuring Quantum Mini LED technology and Quantum HDR 2000, the Odyssey G9 successor packs all the bells and whistles you could want from a gaming monitor and then some, just as long as you can afford the …

Earlier this week, AGON by AOC was announced, a new brand for AOC's gaming products, spanning monitors, peripherals and other accessories. Now, AOC is announcing the first AGON by AOC displays, starting with two massive 49-inch monitors with a super-wide 32:9 aspect ratio. There are two monitors being relaunched for …

Looking for a 4K screen under £280? This could be just the thing

Acer is adding a new monitor to its XV1 series gaming line-up – the Acer XV431CP. Featuring an ultrawide IPS panel, the Acer XV431CP has a whopping 32:9 aspect ratio, offering an immense screen area to work, play, or just watch random videos on the internet. The 43-inch IPS panel …

HP's gaming monitor line-up is getting a new entry this month, the HP X34, not to be confused with Acer's own ultra-wide X34 monitor. The HP X34 packs an ultra-wide IPS panel with 1ms response times and a 165Hz refresh rate.  The HP X34 comes with a 34-inch IPS panel …

Last year, we reviewed the AOC C27G27ZU 27-inch gaming monitor. At the time, the monitor won our 'Must Have' award, earning points for its 240Hz refresh rate and £300 price tag. This week, AOC appears to be having a sale on this monitor, cutting the price all the way down to less than £215. 

Acer has just launched a new gaming monitor capable of reaching extremely high refresh rates. Featuring a 27-inch panel, the Acer XV271Z has a native refresh rate of 240Hz, but it can be overclocked to 280Hz. Packing a 27-inch IPS panel with FullHD resolution, the Acer XV271Z has a 1ms …

iiyama is launching a new curved gaming monitor to expand its already vast portfolio of gaming-oriented displays. Packed with a rather modest set of features, the G-Master GB2766HSU-B1 aims to win gamers over with its ultra-smooth 165Hz refresh rate.  Equipped with a 27-inch curved (1500R) VA panel with a Full …

BenQ is about to expand its monitor line-up with ‘S' variants of the EX2510 and EX 2710. The specs and looks of both monitors are very similar, with the major difference being the display size, where the EX2510S has a 25-inch panel and the EX2710S has a 27-inch panel. The …

Over the last couple of years, there has been a massive increase in the number of console gamers using gaming monitors, rather than TVs. Now, Xbox is partnering with monitor makers across the industry to deliver “Designed for Xbox” displays. All certified ‘designed for Xbox' gaming displays will have to …

Samsung is continuing to break into the gaming monitor market this year with the expansion of its Odyssey monitor line-up. Samsung is now adding several flat-panel monitors to its portfolio, all with a mix of resolutions and high refresh rates, joining the curved monitors that launched back in 2020. There …

The Razer Raptor gaming monitor first launched in late 2019 and now this year, it is getting an update. The new Razer Raptor maintains the same 27-inch size and 1440p resolution, but bumps up the refresh rate to 165Hz, adds THX certification and introduces FreeSync Premium.  Besides these changes, all …

This is a great gaming screen, with the added benefit of built-in KVM hardware