Monitors

Samsung researchers have found a new way to create self-emissive QLED diodes that extends their lifespan and efficiency, but it's still not certain that displays with self-emissive diodes will come to the consumer market. Dr. Eunjoo Jang and Dr. Yu-Ho Won, both researchers at Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology, published a paper …

Following the growing ultrawide monitor trend, BenQ is expanding its DesignVue lineup with the BenQ PD3420Q Designer Monitor, aimed at multimedia professionals and content creators who need accurate colour representation for their work. On the outside, the PD3420Q is similar to the latest PD models from BenQ, with a borderless …

It's another 1440p, high refresh-rate monitor - at under £450, is it worth buying?

Nvidia may have conceded defeat in the variable refresh rate battle, as the company has announced it will open up its G-sync capable monitors to support variable refresh rate over HDMI, enabling the use of the technology with AMD graphics cards on G-sync monitors. Back in January, Nvidia announced that …

Following on from its success with the 49-inch beast, MMD, the brand license partner for Philips has announced a 43-inch curved SuperWide display in the form of the 439P9H. The new monitor adds to the growing family of ultra-wide monitors from Philips. KitGuru got a first look at the 439P9H at …

NEC has announced a new monitor from its professional series featuring a 31-inch IPS panel with true 4096×2160 native 4k resolution, HDR support and 100% coverage of the AdobeRGB colour space. The NEC MultiSync PA311D will be placed as the flagship monitor in the company’s PA series of professional desktop …

The TUF Gaming VG27AQ is both FreeSync and G-Sync compatible - just how good is it?

Since the introduction of 240Hz gaming displays, most of them have been based on TN panels. Back in September, the Acer Nitro range received an upgrade with the world's first IPS 240Hz monitor and now, that technology is also transitioning over to the Acer Predator range.  The Acer Predator XB273 …

ViewSonic's most recent addition to the VP series is the VP2785-2K monitor. According to the company, this display is aimed at creative professionals who need colour accuracy for their work. The ViewSonic VP2785-2K is a 27-inch monitor, with an IPS panel carrying a 2560×1440 resolution with a 60Hz refresh-rate. The …

As the popularity of ultrawide gaming monitors has continued to grow, so has the number of impressively spec'd displays on the market. This month, Nixeus is adding a new 3440×1440 competitor to its roster, complete with FreeSync, HDR support and a 144Hz refresh rate starting at $499. Nixeus was one …

Looking for a 1080p high refresh monitor that won't break the bank?

AOC has launched its new Q27T1 monitor designed by Studio F. A. Porsche. Since it was announced earlier this year, design-conscious users have been anticipating the arrival of the Q27T1 which AOC describes as a true piece of art. A unique design feature of the AOC Q27T1 is the asymmetric …

PC gamers looking for large format displays with high refresh rates and Nvidia G-Sync technology don’t have much variation to choose from at the moment. Displays currently available aren't what you would call budget-friendly either. However, that might be about to change with Nvidia now implementing G-Sync compatible technology into …

When choosing the perfect PC gaming monitor, hardcore gamers will be looking for a display that fulfils certain criteria. High refresh rate and low response time is a must-have for competitive gamers these days. The new TUF gaming monitor from Asus provides these features and more. Asus has launched the …

Philips has announced a new professional 4K monitor from its Brilliance line of displays. The new device will feature USB-C docking, 4K resolution and an IPS panel. Philips says the Brilliance 272P7VUBNB pairs performance with productivity. The new Brilliance 272P7VUBNB from Philips is designed with productivity and professional use in …

AOC has had quite the year when it comes to gaming monitors, with new high refresh rate, HDR displays being announced consistently over the course of the year. As we enter the final months of 2019, AOC has another AGON series monitor to add to the roster, this time with …

As if Razer's product portfolio wasn't big enough, back in January at CES, the Razer Raptor gaming monitor was announced. Now, it's available for purchase and looks as impressive as it did back then. The gaming peripherals market has some big players, and Razer is one of them, but up until …

Xiaomi is a Chinese manufacturer normally known for its smartphone devices. The company has now officially entered the gaming monitor market with a 34-inch display offering a host of premium features. Two new displays were officially announced in China and in typical Xiaomi style will offer excellent bang for buck. …

MMD has announced the launch of a new Philips 34-inch UltraWide monitor with integrated USB Type-C dock. The Philips 346B1C is said to offer stunning images and powerful features with an ergonomic design. Philips, along with brand licensing partner MMD has launched a new 346B1C 34-inch ultrawide monitor featuring a …

The AOC U2790PQU is colour accurate, 4k and less than £300

Acer has started shipping its ConceptD CP7271K P professional monitor after initially debuting it earlier this year. The ConceptD CP2721K P offers 4K Ultra HD resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, Nvidia G-sync technology and HDR1000. Acer has officially started shipping the unit which was first announced at an annual press event back …

ViewSonic has announced the addition of two new monitors to its Elite gaming portfolio. The manufacturer is aiming to expand its gaming line-up with the ELITE XG27 gaming monitor series, XG05 gaming monitor series and ELITE Ally monitor control peripheral. The XG270QG gaming monitor includes a series of features designed …

Gigabyte Aorus has been expanding into gaming monitors recently. We've had a look at the 1080p/144Hz CV27 ourselves but if you prefer high refresh rate 1440p gaming, then the Gigabyte Aorus CV27Q Tactical Gaming Monitor will be right up your alley. The Gigabyte Aorus CV27Q boasts a 2560×1440 resolution, 165Hz …

AOC is upgrading its G2 series of high refresh rate, affordable gaming monitors this month. As part of the new line-up, we have two displays with 1080p resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate, and another two cheaper options with a 75Hz refresh rate. Each display also packs FreeSync and an …

MSI has been making a big push recently to capture the content creation and professional markets. This month, we are seeing another push thanks to the Prestige P100 Desktop and Prestige PS341WU- a product combo that MSI calls “the world's first customisable and synchronisable” creator eco-system package. The Prestige P100 …

In keeping with the tradition of new displays at IFA this year, Philips showed off a new range of monitors, ranging from the console gaming ‘Momentum' series to all new professional monitors. Leo stopped by the booth to check them all out. The Philips Momentum series made an appearance at …

There has been lots of news coming out of IFA this week, particularly where monitors and new displays are concerned. ASUS has taken the opportunity to unveil the next ProArt display, which will rival the Apple Pro Display with a 4K panel, 1600 nits of peak brightness and a 120Hz …

Is this the ultimate gaming system? Briony tests it out today !

Today at IFA, Acer unveiled a new lineup of Nitro XV3 monitors, catering to QHD and FHD PC gamers who need blistering fast refresh rates. Each new monitor has a high refresh rate, starting off at 144Hz with options going all the way up to 240Hz. The Nitro XV3 series …

We've been keeping our eye on the ASUS ROG Strix XG438Q monitor for some time now. We first heard about this 43-inch, 120Hz, 4K beast back at CES and spotted it again at Computex. Now, this display is finally ready to hit the market and the price is honestly pretty good …