Asus ROG Swift PG34WCDM 34"

The ASUS PG34WCDM is incredible for PC gaming. Its high 240Hz refresh rate provides a smooth feel, and this monitor supports VRR to reduce screen tearing. It has an exceptionally fast response time, so there's almost no blur behind fast-moving objects, and it has low input lag, so fast-paced games feel responsive. It also has near-infinite contrast, and deep blacks are visible next to bright highlights, creating an immersive experience.

The ASUS PG34WCDM is an excellent ultrawide gaming monitor with true HDR support, buttery-smooth performance and plenty of useful features, including PiP/PbP, USB-C / KVM, BFI and more. However, it’s a bit too expensive at $1,300 MSRP.

Give it up for the very first example of LG's new second-gen MLA OLED panel technology to hit the PCG labs. It's definitely an improvement over previous LG-powered OLED monitors thanks to increased brightness all-round. But it's also incredibly expensive and I probably still prefer Samsung's QD-OLED tech for PC gaming.

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDM is an impressively fast and beautiful gaming monitor for competitive and cinematic experiences with the price tag to match. It's a stunning offering for the enthusiast market but is unlikely to win over a more casual...