REVIEW – LG 34GK950G 120Hz Nano IPS UltraWide with G-SYNC

REVIEW – LG 34GK950G 120Hz Nano IPS UltraWide with G-SYNC

There’s a lot of interest in UltraWide monitors amongst PC gamers after an immersive experience. As far as 3440 x 1440 models go, there are two distinct paths at the moment. Users can settle for high contrast VA options with potentially wide colour gamuts (improves vibrancy) and native 100Hz panels (sometimes overclockable to 120Hz). Or ... Read More
 
REVIEW – Philips 328P6VUBREB VA UHD screen with DisplayHDR 600

REVIEW – Philips 328P6VUBREB VA UHD screen with DisplayHDR 600

HDR (High Dynamic Range) is the buzz-phrase of the moment. With growing support in games and monitors alike, this is becoming an increasingly important box for some users to tick. And giving the sort of experience that can be delivered by a good HDR implementation, we can certainly understand why. The Philips 328P6VUBREB (not to ... Read More
 
REVIEW – AOC Q3279VWFD8 with 31.5 inch WQHD 75Hz IPS panel

REVIEW – AOC Q3279VWFD8 with 31.5 inch WQHD 75Hz IPS panel

The AOC Q3279VWF was worthy of praise in some respects, with its strong contrast and price tag being two stand-out features. The (unimaginatively named) AOC Q3279VWFD8 sets to improve upon two key criticisms of the original model, namely pixel responsiveness and colour gamut. The monitor shares the aesthetics, which supports what is only a minor ... Read More
 
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