The MSI G273QF/QPF has been well-received due to its combination of price and performance. The G272QPF is a newer iteration of this, despite the confusingly ‘lower’ model number. The monitor has a simple look, with plenty of dark matte plastics and a simple rectangular stand base. The top and side bezels use the popular dual-stage ... Read More
QHD IPS monitors with 144Hz+ refresh rates remain popular for gamers and all-round usage. The LG 27GR75Q (27GR75Q-B owing to the largely black rear) of the UltraGear series offers this. The monitor includes the usual mixture of dark matte plastics – a glossy black plastic underhang is also visible, which could include an IR sensor ... Read More
OLED monitors garner a lot of interest in the gaming monitor space. The Acer X34 V of the Predator series is one such offering, with ultrawide QD-OLED panel. Dark matte materials are used throughout. The stand has a ‘penguin foot’ design and appears to be coated metal – with a dark grey base and black ... Read More
The combination of excellent fluidity, exceptional contrast and strong colour quality make high refresh rate OLED options attractive. The ASUS PG27AQDM of the ROG Swift OLED series delivers a 240Hz QHD experience, with some distinctive styling elements. This includes an illuminated ROG motif in the centre of the bottom bezel, illuminated markings near the bottom ... Read More
Author: Adam Simmons Date published: April 19th 2023 Introduction LCDs panels have dominated the monitor market for many years and whilst they continue to do so, a few OLED alternatives are also slipping in. The ASUS PG27AQDM of the ROG Swift OLED series is one such offering, designed for a fluid QHD gaming experience in ... Read More
The ‘4K’ UHD experience at 120Hz+ can be very enjoyable as either a PC or console gamer. The HP OMEN 27k facilitates this, including HDMI 2.1 to support ‘4K’ UHD @120Hz on devices including the Xbox Series X and PS5. The monitor offers the usual ‘unfussy’ styling of the series, with plenty of matte black ... Read More
The combination of 2560 x 1440 (QHD) resolution and 27″ screen size is a popular choice for gaming and general-purpose use and is particularly attractive when combined with a triple-digit refresh rate. The HP OMEN 27q provides this experience, housed in a minimalistic chassis. This includes a simple rectangular stand base, with matte black plastic ... Read More
The strong contrast and overall image performance provided by 27″ QHD VA models can be attractive for entertainment and general usage. Samsung (and other manufacturers) have a tendency to add a curve to such screens, which isn’t to everyone’s taste and in the case of steep curves can feel quite misplaced on 16:9 screens. The ... Read More
The 3440 x 1440 resolution spread across a ~34″ area can provide an enjoyable experience for a range of uses. The MSI MAG401QR scales this up to 40″, with some familiar styling elements of the MAG series. This includes a dark grey metal ‘tripod-style’ stand base. Dual-stage bezels are adopted at the top and sides, ... Read More
High refresh rate OLED monitors combine exceptional fluidity with pleasing image quality, making them attractive options for gaming. The Corsair XENEON 27QHD240 is built with this in mind, featuring a 240Hz QHD OLED panel. The stand has a wide matte black plastic neck and ‘penguin foot’ base. The monitor has ‘dual-stage’ bezels at all sides, ... Read More
