The Best Gaming Monitors For PS4 Pro And XBOX One X (2024 Reviews)

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Whether you have or plan on purchasing an Xbox One X or a PlayStation 4 Pro console, you’ll need a worthy display if you wish to unleash the full potential of these gaming machines.

In this buying guide, you will find the best 4K console gaming monitors currently available, as well as a few 1440p and 120Hz models exclusively for the Xbox One X and Xbox One S.

Additionally, we’ll fill you in on everything you need to know and look out for when buying a new monitor for console gaming.

MonitorSizePanelResolutionRefresh RateFreeSync
HDMI
 
28”IPS3840x216060HzYes
32”VA3840x216060HzYes
32”IPS3840x216070HzYes
43”VA3840x2160144HzYes
LG 24GN650 Monitor
LG 24GN650(For Xbox)
24”IPS1920x1080144HzYes
27”
32”
IPS2560x1440165HzYes
budget pick

ASUS VG289Q

asus vg289q monitor
  • Inexpensive
  • Wide color gamut
  • FreeSync over HDMI
best overall

Sceptre U325W-UPT

Sceptre U325W UPT
  • Wide color gamut
  • Quick response time
  • FreeSync over HDMI
premium pick

Gigabyte FV43U

Gigabyte Aorus FV43U Monitor
  • 4K 120Hz + FreeSync
  • High contrast ratio
  • DisplayHDR 1000

These are the best gaming monitors for PS4 Pro and Xbox One X currently available in 2024. As you can see, they have different panels types, screen sizes and features.

So, to pick the best display for you, stick to our guidelines and tips, and rest assured that you’ll be happy with your purchase.

All the monitors in the list have the best value/price ratio in their respective categories and have proven admirable performance, quality and reliability.

We also have a buyer’s guide for the best PS5 and Xbox Series X gaming monitors, as well as the best TVs for the PS4 Pro/Xbox One X and gaming TVs for the PS5/Xbox Series X.

If you want to view our changelogs for this particular buying guide, you can do so at the end of this article.

The Pros:

  • Vibrant colors and crystal-clear details
  • Quick response time speed
  • Plenty of gaming features including FreeSync over HDMI
  • Fully ergonomic design

The Cons:

  • Entry-level HDR support only

About The Monitor

Are you looking for the best 4K monitor for console gaming on a budget?

You should definitely consider the ASUS VG289Q. It’s one of the most affordable 4K monitors, yet it offers an IPS panel with a wide color gamut and lots of exclusive features.

Image Quality

Based on an IPS panel with 10-bit color achieved through dithering (8-bit + FRC) and 90% DCI-P3 color gamut, the ASUS VG289Q ensures accurate, vibrant and consistent colors.

Now, with proper calibration, it’s even fit for entry-level color-critical work and some basic content creation. Nonetheless, if you are a professional designer there are better 4K color-accurate displays that are factory-calibrated for better precision.

Since the monitor is only 28″ in size, 4K Ultra HD resolution will result in a high pixel density giving you plenty of screen space and stunning detail clarity.

However, in order to make small items such as text and icons easily readable, you will need to scale your GUI (graphical user interface). This will limit the amount of available screen space, but it will make everything clearer and sharper.

In short, the ASUS VG289Q is the best budget 4K monitor for console gaming, PC use and entry-level editing.

1080p monitor vs 4K (Scaling)

Features

Moving on, the monitor also offers a lot of game-enhancing features, including pre-calibrated picture presets for FPS, RTS/RPG, MOBA and Racing genres as well as ‘Shadow Boost’ which can increase visibility in darker games.

Next, ‘GameFast Input Technology’ guarantees gameplay fluidity by reducing input lag, which in addition to the panel’s quick 5ms response time speed, makes for a responsive and immersive gaming experience.

Additional features of the ASUS VG289Q 4K monitor include Display Alignment for multi-tasking, HDCP 2.2 support and AMD FreeSync technology, which is perfect if you have a device with a FreeSync-compatible GPU.

FreeSync is supported over both HDMI and DisplayPort on this monitor, so you will be able to use it with the Xbox One as well as AMD’s and NVIDIA’s compatible graphics cards.

This technology provides a variable refresh rate (VRR), which eliminates screen tearing and stuttering. The VRR range on this monitor is 40-60Hz/FPS.

Unfortunately, this means that console games that are locked to 30 FPS won’t have any benefit from it, but almost all 4K FreeSync monitors have this VRR range anyway.

The ASUS VG289Q supports HDR (High Dynamic Range), but since the display lacks proper brightness and contrast capabilities as well as local dimming, HDR content will just get a bit better colors.

Design & Connectivity

asus vg289q monitor back

The monitor features a modern design with ultra-thin bezels and an ergonomic stand with up to 150mm height adjustment, -5°/20° tilt, +/- 62° swivel, 90° pivot and 100x100mm VESA pattern.

Connectivity includes two HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.2, a headphone jack and dual 2W speakers.

Alternatives

If you want an even more economical 4K monitor, check out the Sceptre U275W-UPT, which is a 27″ 4K IPS monitor, but it has neither FreeSync nor HDR support.

There’s also the MSI G281UV with the same panel as the ASUS VG289Q, but it has a tilt-only stand.

The Pros:

  • FreeSync over HDMI
  • Wide color gamut
  • High contrast ratio

The Cons:

  • Minor ghosting in fast-paced games, mainly in darker scenes
  • Narrow viewing angles
  • Tilt-only stand

About The Monitor

The LG 32UL500 is the best 32″ 4K VA monitor available for under $300.

It supports FreeSync over HDMI for Xbox One and features a VA panel with a high contrast ratio for deep blacks.

Additionally, it has two HDMI 2.0 ports, HDR support with a wide 95% DCI-P3 color gamut and two integrated speakers.

Image Quality

In comparison to TN and IPS panels, which usually have a static contrast ratio of 1,000:1, the VA panel of the LG 32UL500 boasts a superior 3,000:1 ratio.

This makes for notably deeper blacks and a more distinctive relation between the darkest and the brightest shades.

The viewing angles are 178-degrees, just like with the IPS, but some shifts in color/contrast are expected when looking at the screen from below or above.

The colors are also much closer to that of IPS panels than TN, but they aren’t as punchy and consistent.

Additionally, the LG 32UL500 4K console monitor is factory-calibrated and covers a wider range of colors than the standard sRGB gamut, resulting in vibrant colors.

The response time speed amounts to 4ms, but in darker scenes, motion blur and ghosting is noticeable with fast-moving objects.

It’s not game-breaking by any means, but if you are a competitive FPS gamer, you should look for a monitor with an IPS panel instead.

Features

AMD FreeSync works over both HDMI ports and over the DisplayPort connector with a 40-60Hz VRR range.

The LG 32UL500 also supports HDR, which provides a notable enhancement in picture quality of compatible content thanks to the wide color gamut and high contrast ratio, though the peak brightness could be a bit higher as it sits at around mediocre 300-nits.

Check out our LG 32UL500 review for more information.

Design & Connectivity

lg 32ul500 monitor back

As you can see, the LG 32UL500 design is plain and simple with two HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.2, two 5W built-in speakers and a headphone jack. Ergonomics include tilt and VESA mount compatibility.

Alternatives

  • LG 32UN500 – similar model with a bit higher brightness, but not quite as wide color gamut

The Pros:

  • FreeSync over HDMI
  • Wide color gamut
  • Wide viewing angles

The Cons:

  • Tilt-only stand
  • IPS glow and inferior contrast ratio to VA panels

About The Monitor

Don’t want to deal with narrow viewing angles and inferior response time speed of the above-mentioned VA model?

You’ll need a monitor with an IPS panel.

The Sceptre U325W-UPT is the cheapest 32″ 4K IPS monitor you’ll find since most displays with these specifications are aimed at professional use. Luckily, the Sceptre U325W-UPT is great for gaming, as well as other use!

Image Quality

The Sceptre U325W-UPT has a static contrast ratio of 1,000:1, so you won’t get quite as deep blacks as those of the VA models, but you get wide viewing angles, which will make the picture flawless regardless of the angle you’re looking at the screen — and there’ll be no annoying gamma/saturation shifts from the normal viewing position.

It also covers a wide 95% DCI-P3 color gamut, but there’s no sRGB mode, so if you want to use the monitor for color-critical work, you’ll need a colorimeter to profile it yourself.

Now, for gaming, watching movies and other use, the wide color gamut provides you with more saturated colors and superior shade variety.

Lastly, due to the faster dark to bright pixel transitions of the IPS technology, you won’t get obvious smearing behind fast-moving objects in dark scenes.

Features

The Sceptre U325W-UPT supports AMD FreeSync with a 48-70Hz VRR range for tear-free gameplay as long as your frame rate remains within this range.

Design & Connectivity

Sceptre U325W UPT Design

The monitor has a tilt-only stand, but the screen is VESA mount compatible via the 100x100mm pattern.

Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.0 inputs, two DisplayPort 1.4 inputs, a headphone jack and dual 2W integrated speakers.

Alternatives

The next cheapest 32″ 4K 60Hz IPS monitor is the LG 32UP83A, which also has a USB-C port with 60W Power Delivery, a USB hub and an ergonomic stand for ~$390.

The Pros:

  • FreeSync over HDMI
  • Wide color gamut
  • High contrast ratio
  • DisplayHDR 1000
  • HDMI 2.1, KVM

The Cons:

  • Ghosting in fast-paced games, mainly in darker scenes
  • Only a few dimming zones
  • BGR subpixel layout

About The Monitor

The Gigabyte Aorus FV43U is a 4K 144Hz gaming monitor with HDMI 2.1, which you cannot utilize with the PS5 or the Xbox One S/X. However, since it’s equally priced, or slightly more expensive than the 43″ 4K 60Hz models, it offers much better for money – and it’s more future-proof.

Image Quality

The monitor features a high 4,000:1 contrast ratio for deep blacks, a stellar 1,000-nit peak brightness for vivid highlights and an exceptional Adobe RGB gamut coverage for vibrant colors!

Further, the 4K UHD resolution looks great on 43″ sized screens with 104 pixels per inch.

It has only 8 dimming zones, so you’re not getting the true HDR viewing experience, but thanks to the high contrast, strong brightness and excellent colors, HDR content will still look notably better than SDR.

Features

AMD FreeSync Premium Pro is supported with a 48-144Hz range, but it’s not certified by NVIDIA as G-SYNC Compatible, most likely because some units suffer from VRR brightness flickering.

It also features Aim Stabilizer Sync, which allows for VRR and MBR to work at the same time. Other features include Black Equalizer, crosshair overlays and various picture presets.

Check out our Gigabyte FV43U review for more information.

Design & Connectivity

Gigabyte Aorus FV43U Monitor Design

The stand is VESA mount compatible via the 200x200mm pattern, but there are no other ergonomic abilities.

Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports (limited to 24Gbps), USB-C (DP 1.4 Alt Mode, 18W PD), two 12W built-in speakers, a headphone jack, audio line-out, a dual-USB 3.0 hub and a built-in KVM switch.

Alternatives

Note that you can get a 42″ – 48″ OLED display around this price range, such as the LG OLED48C3 TV.

The Pros:

  • More responsive gameplay thanks to 120Hz
  • Gaming features such as FreeSync over HDMI
  • Accurate colors and quick response time
  • Ergonomic design

The Cons:

  • Design lacks swivel option

About The Monitor

The Xbox One X and the Xbox One S also support 120Hz at 1080p and 1440p. Keep in mind that, at the time of this writing, most Xbox One games are limited to either 30FPS or 60FPS, so ensure your favorite games have uncapped frame rates if you decide to go this route.

Higher refresh rates also ensure less screen tearing and stuttering, as well as lower input lag. For the best gaming experience possible, we’ve only selected gaming monitors that support AMD FreeSync as well as 120Hz.

Finally, note that just because a monitor supports 120Hz over HDMI, Xbox One won’t necessarily support it. Xbox One relies on standard VESA timings, whereas most 120Hz (144Hz) monitors have their own customized video signal timings.

The LG 24GN650 is one of the displays that work with the Xbox One S and X without issues at 1080p 120Hz. It also works with the Series X/S consoles, should you consider upgrading.

Image Quality

Here’s the deal: as it’s based on an IPS panel, the LG 24GN650 delivers vibrant colors, wide viewing angles and a quick response time speed.

Additionally, it covers the standard sRGB color gamut (99%), supports 8-bit color depth, has a static contrast ratio of 1,000:1 and a decent peak brightness of 300-nits.

Features

AMD FreeSync is supported over both HDMI and DisplayPort with a 48-144Hz VRR range. You will also be able to use VRR with select NVIDIA cards (GTX 10-series or newer) without any issues.

Other gaming features include Black Equalizer, Motion Blur Reduction, and various picture presets.

For more information, visit our LG 24GN650 review.

Design & Connectivity

LG 24GN650 Monitor Design

The LG 24GN650 has a fairly ergonomic stand with up to 110mm height adjustment, -5°/15° tilt, 90° pivot and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility, but you cannot swivel the screen.

Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.2 and a headphone jack.

Alternatives

The LG 24GN650 is also available as a 27″ sized variant, the 27GN650, if you’d prefer a bigger screen, but don’t mind the lower pixel density.

The Pros:

  • 120Hz mode and rapid 1ms response time speed
  • Plenty of gaming features including FreeSync over HDMI
  • Wide 98% DCI-P3 color gamut
  • Fully ergonomic design

The Cons:

  • Inferior contrast ratio to that of VA panels

About The Monitor

If you want a bigger monitor with a higher resolution, the LG 27GP83B and the LG 32GP83B are for you!

These two monitors offer identical performance and features, the main difference is in the screen size and, therefore, pixel density (pixels per inch).

The 27GP83B offers sharper image quality, while the LG 32GP83B has a bigger screen for better immersion, but the details aren’t quite as crisp.

Image Quality

The LG monitors also feature a Nano IPS panel with a wide 98% DCI-P3 color gamut for more vibrant colors!

Next, they have a rapid 1ms GtG pixel response time speed, which ensures that there’s zero trailing visible behind fast-moving objects, making them ideal for competitive first-person shooters.

Finally, the monitors offer a very good peak brightness of 400-nits, while the contrast ratio is standard at ~1,000:1.

Features

Other features include AMD FreeSync, Black Stabilizer (better visibility in darker areas of games) and various pre-calibrated picture presets.

Check out our LG 27GP850 review for more information. The GP850 series is identical to the GP83B, but they’re overclockable to 180Hz and have USB ports for ~$50 – $100 extra.

Design & Connectivity

LG 27GP83B Monitor Design

The monitors also boast premium build quality with versatile ergonomics including up to 110mm height adjustment, -5°/15° tilt, 90° pivot and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.4, two HDMI 2.0 inputs and a headphone jack

Buyer’s Guide: Which Console Gaming Monitor Is Right For Me?

console gaming on pc monitors

As you can see, there are a lot of gaming monitors to choose from for console gaming.

If you’ve followed our guidelines regarding what panel type, screen size, refresh rate and other components you should choose, we guarantee that you will be pleased with the monitor you’ve picked.

Here’s a summary of things to look out for when buying a monitor for console gaming.

Monitor vs. TV: Recap

There are two main things why a monitor is better for console gaming than a TV.

First of all, gaming monitors have lower input lag. Every monitor in this list has a lower input lag than an equally-priced TV.

Input lag is the time a monitor or TV takes to react and display your commands, which is why it’s important for responsive gameplay.

Secondly, monitors have a faster response time speed, which is the time pixels take to change from one color to another.

If a display has a too slow response time speed, moving objects will leave a trail behind them, resulting in ghosting or motion blur.

Of course, there are exceptions, as there are some TVs with faster response times and lower input lag than certain gaming monitors, but these are naturally more expensive, such as LG’s OLED TVs.

HDR (High Dynamic Range)

best monitor for ps4 pro

Not all HDR displays are the same. Some deliver an outstanding image quality due to the superior color depth, brightness and contrast capabilities of the display while others barely improve the image quality of HDR content.

Now, for the best HDR viewing experience, a display should be capable of at least 1,000-nit peak brightness, 20,000:1 contrast ratio, 4K UHD resolution and 90% DCI-P3 color gamut with 10-bit color depth support. Preferably, it should also have a good local dimming solution.

The only monitor that meets all those demands in this list is the Gigabyte FV43U. Although it could use additional dimming zones, it offers a good HDR picture quality.

Other HDR monitors in the list offer limited HDR support with specs such as 400-nit peak brightness and ~90% DCI-P3 wide color gamut, which is still an improvement over the standard image quality, but not nearly as good as the ‘full HDR’ support.

4K/60Hz Requirements

cables for 4k 60hz

To achieve 4K at 60Hz, make sure that you’ve connected your monitor via the HDMI 2.0 port; some 4K monitors have both HDMI 2.0 and HDMI 1.4 inputs where the HDMI 1.4 port is limited to 4K at 30Hz.

Additionally, ensure that you are using the correct VESA-certified HDMI cables labeled as ‘High-Speed HDMI’ or ‘HDMI Premium Certified Cabe’.

Xbox One: AMD FreeSync

The Xbox One, Xbox One S and Xbox One X consoles support AMD FreeSync and FreeSync Premium Pro over HDMI. FreeSync allows a compatible display’s refresh rates to change dynamically and in sync with the GPU’s frame rates.

This eliminates screen tearing and stuttering without adding input lag as V-SYNC does. However, it only works within a certain refresh rate range depending on the monitor.

Check the video below to see how to enable FreeSync on Xbox One X.

Xbox One X: 4K 60Hz vs. 1080p 120Hz vs. 1440p 120Hz

The Xbox One S and Xbox One X also support a 120Hz refresh rate at 1080p and 1440p.

So, while most of the games are limited to 30FPS or 60FPS on Xbox One, some do have uncapped frame rates, such as Rainbow Six Siege.

Even when the frame rate is locked, a higher refresh rate is still useful as it reduces screen tearing, stuttering and input lag.

Whether all that’s a worthy trade-off for 4K and HDR depends on what games you are playing and your personal preference.

Conclusion

We hope you’ve found this buyer’s guide helpful and can now make an informed decision about your new monitor for console gaming.

If you are still uncertain, we highly recommend the ASUS VG289Q as the best budget monitor with great colors and performance.

In case you prefer something bigger for a more immersive viewing experience, both the LG 32UL500 and the Sceptre U325W-UPT will provide you with amazing image quality for the money, depending on your budget and preference.

The Gigabyte Aorus FV43U is also a good option, especially if you plan on getting a next-gen console in the future.

If you have an Xbox One console, you should take advantage of its 120Hz support (as long as the games you play also support it) and consider the LG GP83B or the LG 24GN650, based on your budget and personal preference.

Changelog +

  • November 20, 2023:
    – Replaced the LG 32UN650 with the Sceptre U325W-UPT.
  • November 24, 2022:
    – Replaced the BenQ EX2510 with the LG 24GN650.
  • December 14, 2021:
    – Added review summaries for the monitors that were missing them.
  • November 25, 2021:
    – Checked up on the guide to ensure that our picks are still the best options available.
  • August 17, 2021:
    – Replaced the LG 32UL500 with BenQ EW3270U.
    – Replaced the Philips 436M6VBPAB with Gigabyte Aorus FV43U.
    – Replaced the Dell S2721DGF with LG 27/32GP83B.
  • May 30, 2021:
    – Improved readability.
  • February 17, 2021:
    – Added the LG 32UN650.
  • December 4, 2020:
    – Added the Dell S2721DGF as the best 1440p 120Hz monitor for the Xbox consoles, as well as a couple of alternatives: BenQ EX2780Q, AOC CQ27G2, Samsung CHG70, Samsung G7 and Dell S322DGF (A3 or newer revision).
    – Replaced the LG 27GL650F with the more affordable and better BenQ EX2510.
    – Removed the overpriced ASUS CG32UQ as you can just get the Samsung G7 for the same price and get a similar HDR viewing experience – plus 1440p 120Hz support with 1ms GtG response time speed and 240Hz if you have a gaming PC.

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Rob Shafer

Rob is a software engineer with a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Denver. He now works full-time managing DisplayNinja while coding his own projects on the side.