Gaming gear articles

AOC is back with the Q27G40XMN, a budget 1440p gaming monitor that upgrades HDR with more dimming zones and wider color. It follows a fan favorite, but is it truly better?

MSI's MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 is the first 500Hz QD-OLED monitor we've tested, offering not just extreme speed but also higher brightness and new dimming tech. All at a lower price than rivals.

That dream 1440p display for fast-paced PC gaming has become the new normal. Prices have dropped, performance has surged, and for most, 1440p now hits the sweet spot between value and performance.

When it comes to budget peripherals, many people have negative preconceptions. While the old idiom "you get what you pay for" often rings true, there are still some genuine bargains to be found.

Pick Your Poison: 27-inch or 32-inch 4K gaming monitors are no longer a luxury. With falling prices, OLED advances, and better tech across the board, 2025 is a great time to upgrade – whether you're on a budget or chasing the best.

We've all thought about it: What would we buy if money were no object? Most people have mental lists of extravagant, unnecessary-but-awesome tech they'd snatch up if they ever hit the jackpot.

It's time to refresh our ultimate gaming monitor buying guide where we highlight the top displays across key categories: 4K, 1440p, ultrawide and super high-refresh, all based on our extensive testing.

Overwhelmed by gaming monitor options? Our guide simplifies your search with the best picks at every $100 price point, from $100 to $1200+. No guesswork, just the top-tested monitors for your budget.

Dive into the world of 4K gaming with our latest guide, featuring top-rated monitors at all price points. From vibrant OLEDs to high-performance LCDs, we've handpicked the best options for every gamer.

The monitor market has seen a major shift, with high-quality 1440p gaming monitors now becoming more affordable. Once considered a premium option, 1440p displays are replacing 1080p as the go-to choice for entry-level PC gamers.

Corsair's Xeneon 34WQHD240-C is a premium 34-inch QD-OLED ultrawide, featuring a 240Hz refresh rate and sleek white-silver design. However, its $1,200 price raises questions about its overall value.

AMD keeps botching their product launches, and Zen 5 is just another example in a string of releases over the last two years that range from disappointing to downright embarrassing.

Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDP is a best-in-class gaming monitor sporting a 32" 4K WOLED panel that is fast, produces an outstanding contrast ratio, and has per-pixel control for stunning HDR performance.

The Asus ROG XG27ACS is an affordable 1440p 180Hz gaming monitor, which means today we are not reviewing another OLED gaming monitor, but a $290 LCD targeting mainstream gamers.

Stop! If you're thinking of upgrading your gaming PC, don't buy that overpriced graphics card or even a new CPU. Instead, invest in a new monitor which will enhance your gaming experience much more.

The BenQ Zowie XL2586X is a beastly esports gaming monitor packing a 540Hz refresh rate and BenQ's latest backlight strobing tech called DyAc 2. If you want the ultimate in motion clarity this is it.

For PC gamers not using the latest high-end GPUs, 1440p gaming monitors provide an excellent compromise for playing at high refresh rates without going 4K, which requires a ton more horsepower.

If you're in the market for a high-end display, it simply makes sense to go 4K these days. Some of the best HDR monitors are 4K models, but there are also excellent affordable options available.

The LG 32GS95UE is the first 32-inch 4K 240Hz WOLED gaming monitor to hit the market, and it's set to bring serious competition to the 4K 240Hz QD-OLED monitors we've been examining recently.

The Dell Alienware AW3225QF uses one of the latest 32-inch 4K 240Hz QD-OLED panels, which brings with it 0.03ms response times, per pixel local dimming, true HDR, and adaptive sync support.