27″ QHD models with medium refresh rates are now relatively affordable, easy to drive and provide a good performance for a range of uses. The MSI MAG 27CQ6PF provides this experience, with a VA panel focused on strong contrast. The monitor includes a ‘tripod style’ stand with metal legs and rear element plus matte plastic ... Read More
Update: Our video review of this model has been published. News piece below initially published 21st December 2023. OLED technology is highly desirable for entertainment uses such as gaming and movie watching. The Dell Alienware AW3225QF provides this with its high pixel density ‘gen 3’ QD-OLED panel. The monitor offers the usual Alienware ‘Lunar Light’ ... Read More
The immersion and contrast offered by ~32″ VA models can be very attractive, particularly when combined with a high pixel density and elevated refresh rate. This is offered by the MSI MAG 321CUP, featuring HDMI 2.1 to enhance its appeal to console gamers and allow a 120HZ ‘4K’ UHD signal for systems such as the ... Read More
~32″ ‘4K’ UHD models with 144Hz+ refresh rates are popular for both entertainment and creative purposes. The MSI MAG 322UPF provides this experience, including HDMI 2.1 connectivity to support a 120Hz ‘4K’ UHD signal for systems including the PS5 and Xbox Series X. The screen offers pared back styling with black matte plastic dominating, including ... Read More
OLED technology is attractive due to its combination of speed and image quality, particularly for dynamic content such as games. The Gigabyte AORUS FO32U2P is designed with this in mind, adopting a ‘gen 3’ QD-OLED panel with HDMI 2.1 and DP 2.1 for enhanced connectivity. This includes allowing games consoles such as the Xbox Series ... Read More
Medium refresh rate ‘4K’ UHD models are popular for both PC and console gamers, with good versatility for some work on the side as well. The Acer Predator XB273K V3 (XB273K V3bmiiprx) is designed with this in mind, including HDMI 2.1 to provide a 120Hz ‘4K’ UHD signal to devices including the PS5 and Xbox ... Read More
Update: Our video review of this model has been published. News piece below initially published 31st July 2023. A strong HDR performance is a pivotal part of the experience for some users. The AOC Q27G3XMN (Q27G3XMN/BK for European market) is built with a dynamic HDR performance at a budget price in mind. The monitor has ... Read More
The MSI MAG274QRF-QD has remained a popular model since it’s release several years back, offering a strong all-round performance with strong colour vibrancy and a generous gamut. The MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2 follows this up with a newer 180Hz panel. The monitor has a simple homely look with plenty of dark matte plastics and ... Read More
27″ models with 2560 x 1440 (QHD or 1440p) resolution are very popular as diverse choices for both work and play. The AOC Q27G4X provides this, with a 180Hz IPS panel designed to appease gamers. The monitor adopts plenty of dark matte plastics with fairly compact hexagonal stand base – absent are any red plastic ... Read More
The AOC 24G2SP(U) is a model we’ve praised for its price to performance ratio, including a relatively strong contrast ratio for the panel type. The AOC 24G4X (24G4 in some regions) builds on this with a ‘Fast IPS’ panel running up to 180Hz. The styling has also been refreshed with the red plastic at the ... Read More
