REVIEW – AOC C24G1

REVIEW – AOC C24G1

The number of models offering high refresh rate VA (Vertical Alignment) panels has increased significantly in recent months. The strong contrast performance and lack of ‘IPS glow’ is something that many users find very appealing. The AOC C24G1, C27G1 and C32G1 make use of such panels, accompanying them with a curve of 1500R (C24) or ... Read More
 
Samsung C34J791 with curved 100Hz 3440 x 1440 VA panel

Samsung C34J791 with curved 100Hz 3440 x 1440 VA panel

Update: Update on price and availability. News piece below initially published 24th June 2018. When it comes to all-round performance, including relatively strong contrast and vibrant colour output, the Samsung C34F791 (CF791) is an excellent UltraWide choice. With the addition of Thunderbolt 3 ports being the only obvious difference, the Samsung C34J791 (also called C34J79 ... Read More
 
REVIEW – Dell S2419H with glossy IPS panels

REVIEW – Dell S2419H with glossy IPS panels

Full HD models with IPS panels are ubiquitous and a popular choice for their all-round performance and often their reasonable price. Relatively few options exist with glossy screen surfaces, however. Notable exceptions include the Dell S2415H and Dell S2316H. The S2319H, S2419H and S2719H are the next evolutions of the ‘S’ series line-up, retaining the ... Read More
 
REVIEW – ASUS PG27UQ 144Hz ‘4K’ monitor with G-SYNC HDR

REVIEW – ASUS PG27UQ 144Hz ‘4K’ monitor with G-SYNC HDR

Update: We’re currently reviewing this model. News piece below initially published 5th January 2017. The ‘4K’ UHD resolution offers a potentially rich and rewarding gaming experience, but due to bandwidth restrictions on current port controllers has been restricted to 60Hz. The ASUS PG27UQ makes use of DisplayPort 1.4, which has been available on the current ... Read More
 
Samsung C43J890 with 43 inch 120Hz Super UltraWide screen

Samsung C43J890 with 43 inch 120Hz Super UltraWide screen

We’ve seen a few models now with so-called ‘Super UltraWide’ screens, such as the Samsung C49HG90 and newer C49J890. The Samsung C43J890 (also referred to as C43J89 of the CJ89 series) offers a slightly smaller (but still very wide) screen, with a higher pixel density and slightly higher vertical resolution component. Size aside, the styling ... Read More
 
ASUS PB247Q Full HD IPS model for colour accuracy

ASUS PB247Q Full HD IPS model for colour accuracy

The ASUS PB (‘Professional’) series is generally well-respected amongst users looking for a well-rounded solution for colour-critical work that doesn’t break the bank. The ASUS PB247Q is a Full HD addition to the line-up, with styling that’s right at home amongst other recent additions to the series. The monitor has a sleek and, well, ‘professional’ ... Read More