In this article, you will find the latest news regarding monitor panel development by the three biggest monitor panel manufacturers, which include LG, Samsung, and AU Optronics, as well as Innolux, BOE, and Sharp.
We’ll also add all new and exciting monitors that get announced. Feel free to bookmark this page to always stay on track with the latest monitor releases and news.
Keep in mind that the dates in the tables below imply when the said panel should go into mass production and that these dates may change.
For news regarding OLED monitors, check out our dedicated guide about OLED panels.
Updates +
- March 2021:
– The Acer Predator X34GS is now up on Amazon for $1,200; quite expensive considering you can get the LG 34GP83A with basically identical specifications (160Hz vs 180Hz overclocking being the main difference) for $800. So, if you’ve been waiting for this model, be sure to check out our LG 34GP83A review too.
– Sceptre released a 32″ 1440p 144Hz IPS gaming monitor for just $400, the Sceptre E325B-QPN168. - February 2021:
02/23/2021:
– The Acer XB253QGW and the Acer XV252QZ 25″ 1080p 240Hz (280Hz OC) IPS gaming monitors are now up on Amazon. That makes a total of 13 different monitors based on the same 24.5″ 1080p 240Hz IPS panel, 6 of which are Acer models, at least that we know of!
– The Acer XV272U V is now up on Amazon. It’s a 27″ 1440p 170Hz IPS gaming monitor based on a new Innolux IPS panel with 1ms GtG and 95% DCI-P3.
02/22/2021:
– The ASUS ROG Swift PG259QNR (1080p 360Hz IPS NVIDIA Reflex Analyzer) and the Acer Predator XB323UGX (32″ 1440p 270Hz IPS HDR600) are now up on Amazon.
02/18/2021:
– The Acer Predator X38P is now up on Amazon for $1660. It offers the same specifications as the LG 38GL950G.
02/17/2021:
– The ASUS PA32UCX and the PA27UCX 4K 60Hz IPS professional monitors with Adobe RGB gamut, Delta E < 1 factory-calibration, Dolby Vision, and mini-LED FALD backlights (576-zone for 27″, 1152-zone for 32″) are now up on Amazon.
02/12/2021:
– ASUS updated their page for the ASUS ProArt PA32UCG; it’s now ‘coming soon’ and they added HDMI 2.1 support!
– The MSI Artymis 343CQR is now up on Amazon for $900, which is quite expensive considering that you can find an ultrawide monitor with similar specifications for $400, such as the Gigabyte G34WQC. You can also get an IPS model at that price range, the LG 34GP83A.
02/08/2021:
– The LG 27EP950 27″ 4K OLED monitor is now up for pre-order for $3,000.
– Added the new MSI Artymis 242C – it’s a 24″ 1080p 165Hz FreeSync gaming monitor based on a 1000R curved VA panel.
– Added the new Gigabyte AORUS FI32Q, a 32″ 1440p 170Hz IPS gaming monitor with 94% DCI-P3 gamut, FreeSync, DisplayHDR 400, and HLG HDR. It also features Gigabyte’s new Aim Stabilizer Sync technology that allows VRR and MBR to be simultaneously active, just like ASUS’ ELMB-SYNC.
02/05/2021:
– LG will also release a 27″ 4K 60Hz OLED monitor, the LG 27EP950, with identical specifications to the 32EP950.
02/02/2021:
– Added the newly announced ViewSonic VA3456-MHDJ 34″ 3440×1440 75Hz IPS ultrawide curved monitor with HDR10, 400-nits peak brightness, an ergonomic stand, built-in speakers, and an affordable $388.99 price. - January 2021:
01/28/2021:
– We added a list of all 24″ 1080p 144Hz IPS gaming monitors available/announced. Since newer revisions of some monitors have replaced their standard PANDA panel with a BOE panel, we’ll keep track of which monitor uses which panel in the list.
– Added the LG 27GN800 and the Cooler Master GM32-FQ to the BOE IPS panel list.
01/15/2021:
– The ASUS VG34VQL1B is now up on B&H (coming soon). It’s a 34″ 3440×1440 165Hz FreeSync ultrawide 1500R curved gaming monitor with a 4,000:1 contrast ratio, 550-nit peak brightness, 90% DCI-P3, 4ms GtG, and variable overdrive.
01/13/2021:
– Added newly announced monitors at CES including the ASUS PG279QM, the ASUS VG28UQL1A, and the AOC AG274QG. You can check out their specifications in the table below.
– Added two new 1080p 360Hz IPS gaming monitors, the AOC AG254FG and the ASUS PG259QNR, both with dedicated G-SYNC modules + Reflex Latency Analyzer.
01/12/2021:
– The LG 27GN800 is now up on Amazon.
01/11/2021:
– Check out all new ViewSonic Monitors.
– ViewSonic announced a bunch of displays for 2021 including five new designer monitors, one of which is a 32″ 8K screen with Adobe RGB gamut, and five new ELITE gaming monitors, such as the ViewSonic XG321UG with 1152-zone Mini-LED FALD.
– Check out all new LG Monitors.
– LG revealed the LG 27GP950 27″ 4K 144Hz Nano IPS monitor with 98% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR 600, and HDMI 2.1. It’s basically the LG 27GN950 with two HDMI 2.1 ports instead of HDMI 2.0.
– LG also announced new OLED displays including 83″ and 42″ OLED TVs, the LG UltraFine 32EP950 32″ 4K monitor with an OLED panel for professionals (99% DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB gamut, USB-C 90W PD), and they mentioned making 20″ – 30″ OLED panels; more info on that will be added as soon as available!
– Other interesting monitors announced by LG at CES 2021 include the 40″ 5K2K ultrawide (LG 40WP95C), the LG 32GP850 32″ 1440p 180Hz 1ms Nano IPS model, and the LG 34GP950G 34″ 3440×1440 144Hz DisplayHDR 600 ultrawide display with G-SYNC Ultimate.
01/08/2021:
– Acer announced the new Acer Predator XB273UNX 1440p 275Hz (OC) IPS G-SYNC gaming monitor and revealed more information about the upcoming XB323QK and XV282K 4K 144Hz IPS models.
– A Swedish website has listed the Acer Nitro XV252QF, a 1080p 390Hz (overclocked from 360Hz) IPS gaming monitor with a 0.5ms response time speed, 99% sRGB color gamut, HDR400, and FreeSync support.
01/06/2021:
– Dell announced several new monitors mostly intended for professional and office-related use.
01/05/2021:
– Acer released the ConceptD CP1 CP1241Y V monitor. It’s a 24″ 1080p 144Hz IPS display with a 2ms GtG quoted response time speed, a 165Hz overclocked refresh rate, and a wide 95% DCI-P3 gamut with Delta E < 2 factory-calibration making it an ideal budget option for both gaming and work.
– The Acer CP3271U V 27″ 1440p 165Hz Nano IPS gaming monitor is now up on Amazon.
– The Acer CM3271K 27″ 4K 60Hz IPS monitor with Adobe RGB gamut is now up on Amazon.
– The MSI Creator PS321QR 32″ 1440p 165Hz IPS Adobe RGB display is now up on Amazon.
– The MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD 27″ 1440p 165Hz IPS Adobe RGB monitor is now up on Amazon.
01/04/2021:
– Dell released the UltraSharp UP3221Q 32″ 4K 60Hz monitor with a 2000-zone Mini-LED backlight, 99% DCI-P3 gamut, DisplayHDR 1000, and Thunderbolt 3. It’s based on LG’s Nano IPS panel.
– LG Display revealed a 48″ bendable OLED panel. - December 2020:
12/26/2020:
– Philips announced the new 279P2MRX 27″ 4K IPS monitor with a 2304-zone FALD Mini-LED backlight, Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, 100% Adobe RGB gamut, and DisplayHDR 1400.
12/25/2020:
– BenQ announced the PD2725U 27″ 4K IPS designer monitor with a wide 95% DCI-P3 gamut and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity.
12/17/2020:
– Added the Philips 329M1RV 32″ 4K 144Hz IPS gaming monitor with 1ms GtG response time.
– The Gigabyte Aorus FI27Q-X actually uses an IPS panel by Sharp, not AUO as previously speculated.
– The Acer XV272U KV and XB273U NV use an IPS panel by Innolux, not AUO.
12/15/2020:
– Samsung announced the new Odyssey G3 budget series. It consists of the 24″ F24G3 and the 27″ F27G3 1080p 144Hz flat-screen gaming monitors featuring VA panels with a 250-nit peak brightness, a 4,000:1 contrast ratio, FreeSync Premium, ergonomic stand, and 1ms response time (MPRT quoted, GtG not specified).
12/02/2020:
– The Philips Momentum 558M1RY is now up on Amazon. It’s a console gaming monitor with 4K 60Hz and 1440p 120Hz support over HDMI 2.0, and 4K 120Hz support over DisplayPort 1.4. It also supports FreeSync Premium Pro and DisplayHDR 1000, but goes for ~$1,500, at which point you should also consider LG’s OLED TVs with better performance, image quality, and HDMI 2.1.
12/01/2020:
– Samsung’s M7 smart monitor, the 32M70A, is now up on Amazon. It’s a 32″ 4K monitor with a VA panel, USB-C (65W Power Delivery), HDMI, Bluetooth, Wireless, and Tizen OS. - November 2020:
11/25/2020:
– Added the ASUS VG34VQL1B, a new 34″ 3440×1440 165Hz FreeSync ultrawide curved (1500R) gaming monitor with a 550-nit peak brightness, a 4,000:1 contrast ratio, and 90% DCI-P3 color gamut, most likely based on the upcoming AUO’s VA panel.
11/19/2020:
– The Dell Alienware AW2721D is now up on Amazon. It’s a 27″ 1440p 240Hz IPS gaming monitor with DisplayHDR 600 and NVIDIA’s G-SYNC module.
11/17/2020:
– The Samsung Odyssey G5 series now also includes a 34″ 3440×1440 165Hz gaming monitor, the Samsung C34G55T with a 1000R curvature, FreeSync, and HDR support. It’s up on Amazon UK at the moment, while the price should be ~$600. It has a 1ms response time speed quoted, but it’s unclear if it’s GtG or MPRT.
11/16/2020:
– The Acer Nitro XV272U X, 27″ 1440p 240Hz (270Hz OC) gaming monitor with 99% Adobe RGB gamut is now up on Amazon.
– Added the Gigabyte AORUS FI27Q-X, another 27″ 1440p 240Hz gaming monitor based on AUO’s IPS panel with Adobe RGB color gamut.
11/13/2020:
– LG revealed the new LG 24GN650 and LG 27GN650 1080p 144Hz IPS gaming monitors with fast 1ms GtG response time at Amazon Japan and LG Japan. These will be the first 1080p IPS 1ms models available allowing you to enjoy great colors and rapid response time on a budget. The LG 24GN600 and the LG 27GN600 will be available too, with tilt-only stands. No word on pricing and availability yet.
– The Acer Predator XB273UGX 27″ 1440p 240Hz 1ms IPS gaming monitor with HDR400, G-SYNC Compatibility, 270Hz factory-overclock, and 99% Adobe RGB color gamut is now up at Acer webstore and Microcenter for ~$700.
– Added the MSI MAG274QRF-QD, a 27″ 1440p 165Hz IPS gaming monitor with a fast 1ms GtG response time speed and a wide 99% Adobe RGB gamut, based on AU Optronics’ panel with quantum-dots. It also supports Motion Blur Reduction but lacks an sRGB emulation mode.
11/04/2020:
– The ASUS ROG Swift PG329Q is now up on Amazon. It’s a 32″ 1440p 144Hz (175Hz OC) IPS gaming monitor with 1ms GtG, G-SYNC Compatibility, DisplayHDR 600, and 99% Adobe RGB gamut for $700 – that’s $100 less than Acer’s XB323UGP based on the same panel. - For older updates, go here.
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Popular Upcoming Monitors
In the list below, we’ll keep the most looked-for upcoming monitors. The latest additions are in bold. To check out all recently announced or released displays, keep scrolling down!
| Monitor | Specifications | Release Date, Price |
|---|---|---|
| Acer X32 ASUS PG32UQX ViewSonic XG321UG | 32” 4K 144Hz IPS 1152-zone mini-LED FALD, DisplayHDR 1400, G-SYNC Ultimate | N/A |
| ASUS PA32UCG | 32” 4K 120Hz IPS 1152-zone mini-LED FALD, DisplayHDR 1400, VRR, Adobe RGB, HDMI 2.1 | N/A |
| ASUS PG27UQX | 27” 4K 144Hz IPS 576-zone mini-LED FALD, DisplayHDR 1000, G-SYNC Ultimate | N/A |
| ASUS PG32UQ ViewSonic XG320U | 32” 4K 144Hz IPS HDR600 HDMI 2.1 99% Adobe RGB | Q1 2021 |
| Philips 328M1R | 32” 4K 120Hz VA HDR600 HDMI 2.1 | Q1 2021 |
| Acer XB323QK NV | 32” 4K 144Hz IPS HDR400 HDMI 2.1 | May, $1200 |
| Acer XV282K KV | 28” 4K 144Hz IPS HDR400 HDMI 2.1 | May, $900 |
| ASUS VG28UQL1A | 28” 4K 144Hz IPS HDR400 HDMI 2.1 | Q2 2021 |
| LG 27GP950 | 27" 4K 160Hz IPS HDR600 HDMI 2.1 | April 2021 |
| Philips 329M1RV | 32” 4K 144Hz IPS HDR400 | N/A |
| Philips 279P2MRX | 27” 4K 60Hz IPS 2304-zone mini-LED FALD, DisplayHDR 1400 | N/A |
| Dell UP3221Q | 32” 4K 60Hz IPS 2000-zone mini-LED FALD, DisplayHDR 1000 | $5000 |
| ASUS XG43UQ | 43” 4K 144Hz VA HDR1000 HDMI 2.1 | Q1 2021 |
| Acer XB323UGX Acer XV322UX | 32” 1440p 270Hz IPS HDR600 | N/A |
| Acer XB273UNX | 27” 1440p 275Hz IPS G-SYNC + NRA* | May, $1100 |
| AOC AG274QG | 27” 1440p 240Hz IPS G-SYNC Ultimate (likely HDR600) + NRA | N/A |
| ASUS PG279QM | 27” 1440p 240Hz IPS HDR400 G-SYNC + NRA | Q1 2021 |
| Dell U4021WQ LG 40WP95C Lenovo P40W | 40” 5120x2160 60Hz IPS | January, $2100 |
| Acer X34S | 34” 3440x1440 200Hz G-SYNC + NRA | N/A |
| LG 32EP950 | 32" 4K OLED 99% DCI-P3/Adobe RGB | N/A |
| LG 27EP950 | 27" 4K OLED 99% DCI-P3/Adobe RGB | $3000 |
| ASUS PG259QNR AOC AG254FG MSI NXG253R Acer X25 Dell AW2521H | 24.5" 1080p 360Hz IPS G-SYNC + NRA & ULMB | January 2021, $800 (MSI) |
| ViewSonic VP3268-8K | 32" 7680x4320 Adobe RGB, Thunderbolt 3 | Summer 2021, $5000 |
*NRA – NVIDIA Reflex Analyzer
Samsung
| Samsung VA Panel | Panel Production Date | Monitor Name |
|---|---|---|
| 49” 5120x1440 60Hz Curved | Now available | Philips 499P9H |
| 49” 5120x1440 120Hz Curved HDR1000 | Now available | Samsung CRG9 |
| 49” 5120x1440 120Hz Curved HDR400 | Now available | AOC AG493UCX Sceptre C505B-QSN168 |
| 43” 3840x1200 120Hz Curved | Now available | Samsung C43J89 ASUS ROG Strix XG43VQ (+HDR400 and FreeSync 2) Monoprice CrystalPro |
| 43.4” 3840x1200 144Hz FreeSync 2 HDR Curved | Now available | Lenovo Legion Y44W Lenovo ThinkVision P44W |
| 34” 3440x1440 144Hz 1800R Curved | Now available | MSI Optix MPG341CQR |
| 34” 3440x1440 144Hz 1500R Curved | Now available | AOC CU34G2X Nixeus NX-EDG34S Viotek GNV34DBE Lenovo G34W-10 Philips 345M1CR MSI PAG343CQR Iiyama GB3466WQSU-B1 Cooler Master GM34-CF Monoprice Dark Matter Gigabyte G34WQC Acer Nitro XZ342CK P |
| 32” 4K 120Hz Curved | N/A | N/A |
| 32” 4K 60Hz Curved | Now available | Samsung U32R590 MSI MAG321CURV Philips 328E1CA AOC CU32N2 AOC CU32V3 |
| 27" 1440p HDR600 | N/A | N/A |
| 24" 1920x1200 HDR400 | N/A | N/A |
| 24" 1920x1200 HDR600 | N/A | N/A |
| 31.5" 1440p 60Hz Curved | N/A | N/A |
| 31.5" 1440p 165Hz FreeSync 2 HDR400 Curved | Now available | Dell S3220DGF |
| 34" 3440x1440 144Hz | N/A | MSI MAG342CQR |
| 34" 3440x1440 144Hz 1000R HDR400 | Now available | MSI Artymis 343CQR |
| 34" 3440x1440 144Hz 1000R sRGB | Now available | Samsung C34G55T |
| 34" 3440x1440 144Hz 1000R | N/A | AOC CU34G3S |
| 49" 5120x1440 240Hz HDR1000 1000R Curved | 13 June 2020 | Samsung Odyssey C49G95T |
| 27" 1440p 240Hz HDR600 1000R Curved | 13 July 2020 | Samsung Odyssey C27G75T |
| 27" 1440p 240Hz HDR400 1000R Curved | N/A | AOC AGON PD27 (Porsche Design) |
| 32" 1440p 240Hz HDR600 1000R Curved | 13 July 2020 | Samsung Odyssey C32G75T |
AU Optronics
Mini-LED Technology
The mini-LED technology shouldn’t be confused with the micro-LED technology.
In short, miniLED panels are improved versions of LED-backlight displays with higher contrast ratio and faster response time speeds, whereas microLED is similar to OLED as it produces its own light but it’s also brighter and more stable.
| AUO Mini-LED Panel | Panel Production Date | Monitor Name |
|---|---|---|
| 32” 4K IPS 1152-zone mini-LED FALD, Dolby Vision, 99% DCI-P3, 99.5% Adobe RGB, Delta E < 1, Thunderbolt 3 | Now available | ASUS ProArt PA32UCX |
| 27” 4K IPS 576-zone mini-LED FALD, Dolby Vision, 97% DCI-P3, 99.5% Adobe RGB, Delta E < 1 | Now available | ASUS ProArt PA27UCX |
| 27” 4K 144Hz IPS FALD | Q4 2019 | ASUS ROG Swift PG27UQX |
| 32" 4K 120Hz VRR IPS 1152-zone Mini-LED FALD DisplayHDR 1400 HDMI 2.1 | N/A | ASUS PA32UCG |
| 65" 4K 144Hz VA 1000-zone FALD, 2500-nits peak | N/A | N/A |
| 32" 4K 144Hz IPS 1152-zone Mini LED FALD, DisplayHDR 1400, G-SYNC Ultimate | October 2020 (~$3,600) | ASUS ROG Swift PG32UQX Acer Predator X32 |
AUO TN Panels
| AUO TN Panel | Panel Production Date | Monitor Name |
|---|---|---|
| 27” 1440p 240Hz 0.5ms G-SYNC | Now available in some regions | Lenovo Legion Y27GQ |
| 27” 1440p 240Hz 1ms 90% DCI-P3, HDR, FreeSync 2 | Now available | HP Omen X 27 |
| 27” 1440p 240Hz 0.5ms 90% DCI-P3, HDR, FreeSync 2 | Now available | AOC AG273QZ Lenovo Legion Y27GQ-25 |
| 25” 1080p 240Hz 0.4ms G-SYNC | Now available | Acer Predator XN253Q X |
| 25” 1080p 240Hz 0.3ms FreeSync | Now available | Acer Nitro XF252Q X |
| 27” 1080p 240Hz 0.3ms FreeSync | Now available | Acer Nitro XF272 X |
AUO IPS Panels
| AUO IPS Panel | Panel Production Date | Monitor Name |
|---|---|---|
| 24.5" 1080p 144Hz | Now available | Acer Nitro XV253Q P Acer VG252Q P Acer Predator XB253Q G ASUS VG259Q BenQ EX2510 |
| 27” 4K 144Hz HDR G-SYNC | Now available | Acer Predator XB273K |
| 27” 4K 144Hz 99% Adobe RGB HDR1000 576-zone FALD | December 2020 | N/A |
| 24.5" 1080p 165Hz 90% DCI-P3 HDR400 (8-zone local dimming) | January 2021 | N/A |
| 27" 1080p 144Hz | Now available | ASUS VG279Q Acer VG271 LG 27GL650F |
| 27" 1080p 144Hz G-SYNC | Now available | Acer XB273P |
| 24.5" 1080p 240Hz 1ms (GtG) DisplayHDR 400 | Now available | Acer XV253QX Acer XB253Q GX Acer XB253Q GZ Acer VG252Q X Acer XV252Q Z (280Hz OC) Acer XB253Q GW (280Hz OC) Dell AW2521HF MSI MAG251RX Lenovo Y25-25 ASUS VG259QM (280Hz OC, ELMB-Sync) Pixio PX5H2 Pixio PX259 Prime (280Hz OC) Aorus FI25F |
| 27" 1080p 240Hz 1ms (GtG) FreeSync | Now available | ViewSonic XG270 ($430) AOC AG273FZE |
| 27" 1080p 240Hz 1ms (GtG) FreeSync DisplayHDR 400 | Now available | Acer Nitro XV273X Acer VG272 X Dell Alienware AW2720HF Acer XB273GX ASUS VG279QM (280Hz OC, ELMB-Sync) |
| 27" 1080p 240Hz 0.1ms (GtG) G-SYNC Module + Adaptive-Sync | Now available | Acer Predator XB273 X |
| 27" 1440p 240Hz, 99% Adobe RGB, 400-nits | November 2020 (XV272UX) November 2020 (XB273UGX) | Acer XV272UX Acer XB273U GX (270Hz OC) |
| 27" 1440p 240Hz 95% DCI-P3 400-nits | November 2020 | N/A |
| 32" 1440p 240Hz, 99% Adobe RGB, 600-nits | September 2020 | Acer Predator XB323U GX (270Hz OC, December 2020, $900) |
| 32" 1440p 165Hz HDR600 | October 2020 | N/A |
| 32" 4K 144Hz FALD | N/A | N/A |
| 32" 4K 144Hz HDR600 Adobe RGB | December 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1440p 165Hz 95% DCI-P3 1ms (GtG) | Now available (ASUS) | ASUS VG27AQL1A ASUS XG279Q Acer Nitro XV273U S Acer VG272UV Acer Predator XB273UGS ASUS XG27AQ |
| 27" 1440p 165Hz HDR 99% Adobe RGB 1ms (GtG) | November 2020 | MSI MAG274QRF-QD |
| 27" 1440p 165Hz HDR600 Adobe RGB | September 2019 | Acer CP5271UV (170Hz OC, June 2020, ~$700) |
| 27" 1440p 165Hz HDR600 95% DCI-P3 | October 2020 | N/A |
| 32" 1440p 144Hz HDR600 Adobe RGB | Now available (Acer) | MSI PS321QR (165Hz) Acer XB323U GP (170Hz OC) ASUS PG329Q (175Hz) |
| 32" 1440p | November 2019 | N/A |
| 27” 4K 60Hz 99% Adobe RGB | N/A | N/A |
| 32” 4K 60Hz 99% Adobe RGB HDR1000 576-zone FALD | December 2020 | N/A |
| 32” 4K 60Hz 99% Adobe RGB 300-nits | October 2020 | N/A |
| 32” 4K 60Hz 90% DCI-P3 DisplayHDR 400 | Now available | BenQ EW3280U |
| 25" 1080p 360Hz G-SYNC | Now available (ASUS) | ASUS PG259QN ASUS ROG Swift PG259QNR MSI NXG253R Acer X25 Dell AW2521H AOC AGON PRO AG254FG |
| 27" 4K 95% DCI-P3 400-nits | Q4 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 4K 99% DCI-P3 400-nits | Q1 2021 | N/A |
| 27" 4K 95% DCI-P3 HDR1000 384-zone FALD | H1 2021 | N/A |
| 24" 1920x1200 sRGB 350-nits | October 2020 | N/A |
| 30" 2560x1080 90Hz sRGB 300-nits | October 2020 | N/A |
| 30" 2560x1080 200Hz sRGB 300-nits | November 2020 | N/A |
| 30" 2560x1080 200Hz 95% DCI-P3 400-nits | Q1 2021 | N/A |
| 27" 4K 99% Adobe RGB + 99% DCI-P3 400-nits | Q1 2021 | N/A |
AUO VA Panels
| AUO VA Panel | Panel Production Date | Monitor Name |
|---|---|---|
| 35” 3440x1440 200Hz FALD-HDR | Now available | Acer Predator X35 ASUS ROG Swift PG35VQ AOC AGON AG353UCG |
| 35" 3440x1440 120Hz FreeSync 2 HDR | Q4 2019 | Cooler Master GM219-35 |
| 43”4K 60Hz HDR600 | June 2019 | N/A |
| 43”4K 120Hz FreeSync 2 HDR | September 2019 | ASUS ROG Strix XG438Q |
| 65” 4K 144Hz FALD-HDR | Now available (ASUS) | HP Omen X Emperium 65 Acer Predator 65 ASUS ROG Swift PG65UQ |
| 43” 4K 144Hz HDR600 | Q3 2019 | N/A |
| 43” 4K 144Hz FreeSync HDR1000 | Now available | Acer Predator CG437K ASUS PG43UQ (with DSC) |
| 27" 1080p 200Hz | N/A | N/A |
| 30" 2560x1080 200Hz | Q4 2019/ Now Available | Cooler Master GM219-30 MSI PAG301CR MSI MAG301CR Sceptre C305B-200UN |
| 30" 2560x1080 | October 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1080p 240Hz Curved | Now available (Samsung and MSI) | Samsung C27RG5 AOC C27G2Z MSI MAG272CRX Philips 272M8CP AOC AG273FCZE |
| 27" 1080p 240Hz | N/A | MSI MAG272RX |
| 32" 1080p 240Hz 1500R Curved | 2020 | AOC C32G2Z Philips 322M8CP |
| 32" 1440p 240Hz | April 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1440p 240Hz 1500R Curved | May 2020 | N/A |
| 34" 3440x1440 100Hz 1500R | December 2020 | N/A |
| 34" 3440x1440 165Hz 1500R | December 2020 | ASUS VG34VQL1B |
| 34" 3440x1440 100Hz 1000R | January/February 2021 | N/A |
| 34" 3440x1440 165Hz 1000R | January 2021 | N/A |
| 32" 4K 144Hz 1000R | Q2 2021 | N/A |
| 32" 1440p 165Hz 1000R | Q4 2020 | N/A |
| 32" 1440p 240Hz 1000R | April 2021 | N/A |
| 32" 1080p 240Hz 1500R | October 2020 | N/A |
| 32" 1080p 165Hz 1000R | November 2020 | N/A |
| 32" 1080p 240Hz 1000R | December 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1440p 165Hz 1000R | September 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1440p 165Hz 1500R | September 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1440p 240Hz 1000R | September 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1440p 240Hz 1500R | September 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1080p 165Hz 1000R | November 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1080p 240Hz 1000R | Q1 2021 | N/A |
| 27" 1080p 240Hz 1500R | Q1 2021 | N/A |
| 24" 1080p 165Hz 1000R | H1 2020 | N/A |
LG
Nano IPS Panels
| LG Nano IPS Panel | Panel Production Date | Monitor Name |
|---|---|---|
| 32” 4K 98% DCI-P3 HDR | Now available | LG 32UL950 |
| 27” 4K 98% DCI-P3 HDR | N/A | N/A |
| 34” 5120×2160 HDR | Now available | LG 34WK95U MSI PS341WU |
| 27” 1440p 144Hz 1ms | Now available (LG) August $620 (Acer) July $570 (Dell) | LG 27GL850 LG 27GL83A LG 27GN850 LG 27GN800 Dell S2721DGF (165Hz OC) Acer CP3271U (165Hz OC, Delta E < 2) Philips 275M1RZ HP Omen 27i Lenovo Legion Y27q-20 Eve Spectrum QHD 144Hz (crowd funded) |
| 27” 1440p 165Hz 1ms NVIDIA G-SYNC | Now available | ViewSonic XG270QG |
| 27” 4K 144Hz 1ms HDR600 | H2 2020 | N/A |
| 38” 3840×1600 175Hz HDR400 G-SYNC Curved | Now Available | LG 38GL950G Acer Predator X38 P |
| 38” 3840×1600 144Hz HDR600 G-SYNC Ultimate Curved | N/A | MSI MEG381CQR |
| 38” 3840×1600 144Hz HDR600 FreeSync Curved | Now available (LG) Q3/Q4 2020 (MSI) Q4 (Acer) | LG 38WN95C Acer XR383CKP |
| 38” 3840×1600 160Hz HDR600 FreeSync Curved | N/A ($1600) | LG 38GN950 LG 38GN95B |
| 34" 3440x1440 60Hz 98% DCI-P3 Flat-Screen | N/A | BenQ PD3420Q |
| 34” 3440×1440 144Hz HDR | Now available | LG 34GK950F |
| 34” 3440×1440 144Hz 1ms HDR400 | Now available | LG 34GN850 |
| 34” 3440×1440 180Hz OC 1ms HDR400 | N/A | Acer XR343CKP Acer X34 GS |
| 34” 3440×1440 200Hz G-SYNC 1ms HDR400 | N/A | Acer X34 S |
| 34” 3440×1440 120Hz G-SYNC | Now available | LG 34GK950G Dell AW3420DW |
| 27" 4K 144Hz 1ms, 98% DCI-P3, HDR600, 'real borderless' | July 2020 (LG) Q1 2021 | LG 27GN950 Eve Spectrum 4K 144Hz (crowd funded) |
| 27" 1440p 240Hz 1ms, 98% DCI-P3, HDR600, 'real borderless' | Now available (Dell) | Dell Alienware AW2721D Eve Spectrum QHD 240Hz (crowd funded) |
| 31.5" 4K, 99% DCI-P3, HDR1000, Mini-LED w/ 2,000+ zones | Now available | Dell UP3221Q ($5,000) |
| 31.5" 4K 144Hz 98% DCI-P3 HDR1000 | Q4 2021 | N/A |
| 31.5" 8K Adobe RGB | N/A | N/A |
| 40" 5120x2160 98% DCI-P3 2500R | Q1 2021 | N/A |
LG IPS Panels
| LG IPS Panel | Panel Production Date | Monitor Name |
|---|---|---|
| 49” 5120x1440 Curved | Now available | Dell U4919DW LG 49WL95 |
| 49” 5120x1440 144Hz Curved | Q4 2019 | N/A |
| 31.5" 4K HDR1000 BT2020 | Q4 2019 | N/A |
| 25" 1920x1200 sRGB | N/A | N/A |
| 27" 2560x1440 144Hz 1ms GtG sRGB G-SYNC compatible | Now available | LG 27GL83A |
| 27" 1080p 240Hz 1ms | Q4 2019 | N/A |
| 24.5" 1080p 240Hz 1ms | Q3 2020 | N/A |
| 31.5" 1440p 165Hz | N/A | N/A |
Innolux
| Innolux IPS Panel | Panel Production Date | Monitor Name |
|---|---|---|
| Megazone 31.5” 4K 120Hz/144Hz 7ms (GtG) HDR1000 94% DCI-P3 | Q2 2020 | N/A |
| MiniLED 31.5” 4K 120Hz/144Hz 7ms (GtG) 1000-nits 95% BT 2020 | Q3 2020 | N/A |
| 31.5” 4K 120Hz/144Hz 90% DCI-P3 7ms (GtG) | June 2020 | N/A |
| 28” 4K 120Hz/144Hz 90% DCI-P3 5ms (GtG) | Q4 2020 | N/A |
| 28” 4K 60Hz 90% DCI-P3 4ms (GtG) | Now available September 2019 (Acer) | Samsung U28R550 ASUS VG289Q Acer VG280K Acer CB282K Philips 288E2A Philips 288E2E |
| 27" 1440p 144Hz DP 1.2 | Available | ViewSonic VX2758-2KP-MHD |
| 27" 1440p 144Hz *DP 1.2 HDR400 | Available | Acer VG271UP Acer XV272U |
| 27" 1440p 144Hz **DP 1.2+ HDR400 | Available | Gigabyte Aorus AD27QD Gigabyte Aorus FI27Q |
| 27" 1440p 165Hz ***DP 1.4 HDR | Available | Pixio PX7 Prime BenQ EX2780Q |
| 27" 1440p 165Hz DP 1.4 HDR400 | Now available | Razer Raptor 27 Gigabyte Aorus FI27Q-P |
| 27" 1440p 165Hz 7ms (GtG) w/o overdrive | March 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1080p 144Hz 7ms (GtG) 90% DCI-P3 | April 2020 | N/A |
| 24" 1080p 165Hz 5ms (GtG) 90% DCI-P3 | Q3 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1440p 60Hz sRGB | Q2 2020 | N/A |
| 24" 1440p 60Hz sRGB | Q3 2020 | N/A |
| 31.5" 4K 60Hz 7ms (GtG) 90% DCI-P3 | N/A | N/A |
| 31.5" 1440p 165Hz 5ms (GtG) 90% DCI-P3 HDR400 | Q3 2020 | Acer XB323QU NV |
| 31.5" 1440p 165Hz 5ms (GtG) 90% DCI-P3 HDR600 | Q3 2020 | N/A |
| 27" 1440p 240Hz 5ms (GtG) 90% DCI-3 HDR600 | Q3 2020 | N/A |
| 28" 4K 144Hz 1ms GtG 98% DCI-P3 HDR400 HDMI 2.1 | May 2021 | Acer XV282K KV (~$1,000) |
| 27" 1440p 165Hz 95% DCI-P3 1ms (GtG) | N/A | Acer XB273U NV (170Hz OC) Acer XV272U KV (170Hz OC, Delta E < 1, December 2020, $400) Acer XV272U V (170Hz OC) |
BOE
Here, you’ll find the latest panel developments regarding BOE’s ADS (Advanced Super Dimension Switch), basically IPS, panels.
BOE’s also working on their BD Cell technology, aiming to compete with OLED. It involves a dual-cell panel with ‘pixel-level backlight control’ that should bring 12-bit color depth support and a contrast ratio of up to 2,000,000:1. We’ll add more information regarding this technology and its development as it becomes available.
BOE IPS Panels
| BOE IPS Panel | Panel Production Date | Monitor Name |
|---|---|---|
| 27” 4K 99% DCI-P3/Adobe RGB 83% Rec2020 300-nits | September 2020 | N/A |
| 27” 4K 99% DCI-P3/Adobe RGB 83% Rec2020 400-nits | Septmeber 2020 | N/A |
| 27” 4K 90% Rec2020 | Q1 2021 | N/A |
| 32” 4K 90% Rec2020 | N/A | N/A |
| 27” 4K 144Hz | July 2021 | N/A |
| 27” 1080p 360Hz | February 2021 | N/A |
| 27” 1440p 240Hz | February 2021 | N/A |
| 32” 4K 144Hz | January 2021 | N/A |
| 23.8” 1080p 240Hz | October 2020 | N/A |
| 34” 2560x1080 165Hz | April 2021 | N/A |
| 34” 3440x1440 144Hz (1900R) | H2 2021 | N/A |
| 29” 2560x1080 165Hz | May 2021 | N/A |
| 29” 3440x1440 | May 2021 | N/A |
| 25.7” 2560x1080 | Septmber 2020 | N/A |
| 34” 5120x2160 | May 2021 | N/A |
| 39.7” 5120x2160 (2500R) | October 2021 | N/A |
| 24” 2560x1600 95% DCI-P3 | N/A | N/A |
| 27" 4K 1000-zone Mini-LED | December 2020 | N/A |
| 34" 3440x1440 3000-zone Mini-LED | N/A | N/A |
| 32" 4K 4000-zone Mini-LED | Q4 2021 | N/A |
| 27" 1440p 144Hz 1ms GtG | Now available | LG 27GN800 |
| 32" 1440p 165Hz | March 2021, $500 | Cooler Master GM32-FQ |
24″ 1080p 144Hz IPS Panels
| Monitor | Maximum Refresh Rate | HDR | Brightness (cd/m²) | Color Gamut | Ergonomics | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acer CP1241Y V | 165Hz | Yes | 250 | 95% DCI-P3 | Full | |
| Acer RG241Y P | 144Hz | Yes | 250 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| Acer RX241Y P | 165Hz | HDR400 | 400 | sRGB | Full | |
| Acer VG240Y S | 165Hz | Yes | 250 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| Acer VG240YP | 144Hz | Yes | 250 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| Acer VG242Y P | 165Hz | HDR400 | 400 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| Acer XF243YP | 165Hz | Yes | 250 | sRGB | Full | |
| Acer XV240Y P | 165Hz | Yes | 250 | sRGB | Full | |
| Acer XV242Y P | 165Hz | HDR400 | 400 | sRGB | Full | |
| AOC 24G2 | 144Hz | N/A | 250 | 95% DCI-P3 | Full | |
| AOC 24G2U HDN-ATN | 144Hz | N/A | 250 | 95% DCI-P3 | Full | PANDA LC238LF1F |
| AOC 24G2U HDP-AWB | 144Hz | N/A | 250 | 95% DCI-P3 | Full | BOE MV238FHB-NG0 |
| ASUS VG249Q | 144Hz | N/A | 250 | sRGB | Full | |
| ASUS VG249Q1R | 165Hz | N/A | 250 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| ASUS VP249QGR | 144Hz | N/A | 250 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| HP X24i | 144Hz | N/A | 350 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| HP X24ih | 144Hz | N/A | 350 | sRGB | Tilt, Height, VESA | |
| LG 24GN600 | 144Hz | Yes | 300 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| LG 24GN650 | 144Hz | Yes | 300 | sRGB | Tilt, Height, Pivot, VESA | |
| MSI G241 | 144Hz | N/A | 250 | 95% DCI-P3 | Tilt, VESA | |
| MSI G242 | 144Hz | N/A | 250 | 95% DCI-P3 | Tilt, VESA | |
| MSI G242P | 144Hz | N/A | 250 | 95% DCI-P3 | Full | |
| Pixio PX247 | 144Hz | N/A | 350 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| Pixio PX248 Prime | 144Hz | N/A | 350 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| Pixio PX248 Prime S | 165Hz | Yes | 400 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| Sceptre E248B-FPT168 | 165Hz | N/A | 250 | sRGB | Tilt, VESA | |
| ViewSonic XG2405 | 144Hz | N/A | 250 | sRGB | Full | |
| Philips 242M8 | 144Hz | N/A | 250 | 95% DCI-P3 | Tilt, VESA |
In 2020, BOE Technology bought Gen 8.5 and Gen 8.6 fabs by PANDA, the panel manufacturer that made the popular 24″ 1080p 144Hz IPS gaming monitors.
Now, some of the popular models, such as the AOC 24G2, have replaced the older PANDA LC238LF1F panel with the newer BOE MV238FHB-NG0 panel.
The BOE (TPM238WF1-FHBNG0) panel sacrifices some of the contrast ratio (from ~1,500:1 to ~1,000:1) and brightness (from ~350-nits to ~250-nits) for a faster pixel response time speed. Note that brightness and contrast vary across different units of monitors, too.
The AOC 24G2 has a specified contrast ratio of 1,000:1 and peak brightness of 250-nits, but many reviewers were getting results closer to 1,500:1 and 350-nits, respectively.
The newer 24G2 models using the BOE panel will have contrast ratio and brightness closer to the specified values, but slightly better pixel responsiveness.
Besides the AOC 24G2, it looks like the ASUS VG249Q and VP249QGR models also use the BOE panel.
As the situation develops, we’ll be adding which panel is used by which monitor in the table above.
We’re also keeping an eye on the new models by HP and LG, which quote a 1ms GtG pixel response time speed for their models. We have yet to see if they’re actually using different and faster panels, or if it’s just marketing shenanigans.
Sharp
| Sharp IPS Panel | Panel Production Date | Monitor Name |
|---|---|---|
| 27" 1440p 240Hz, 100% Adobe RGB, HDR400 | N/A | Gigabyte AORUS FI27Q-X |
| 27" 1440p 170Hz, BGR layout | Now available | Gigabyte M27Q |
New Monitors
Below, you will find more information about new monitors by various popular manufacturers. Some of these monitors use the above-mentioned panels, but for most of them, it’s unknown what panel will be used. Click on the monitor manufacturer to jump to their models.
Acer
ASUS
LG
Philips
AOC
MSI
Samsung
Lenovo
Gigabyte
ViewSonic
BenQ
Dell
Other
Acer Monitors
Acer Predator XB3 Series
Acer Predator XB323QK NV
The Acer Predator XB323QK NV is a long-anticipated budget-friendlier variant of a 32″ 4K 144Hz IPS gaming monitor.
Unlike the previously announced (~$3,600) Acer X32 and ASUS PG32UQX 32″ 4K 144Hz IPS models with expensive FALD systems, the XB323QKNV will only support VESA’s entry-level DisplayHDR 400 certification.
Although the XB323QK will be quite pricey (~$1,200), it’s still significantly cheaper than the X32 model yet it’ll offer an incredibly immersive and responsive SDR gaming experience.
Other panel-related specifications include a 400-nit peak brightness, a 1,000:1 static contrast ratio, dithered 10-bit color depth, 90% DCI-P3 color gamut, and 178° viewing angles.
Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.4, two HDMI 2.1 ports, a USB type C port (65W PD), a quad-USB 3.0 hub, and a headphones jack while the design boasts full ergonomic support. Sadly, no HDMI 2.1.
The monitor will also support AMD FreeSync (will likely be certified as G-SYNC Compatible) and the new Acer VisionCare 4.0 technology that includes a built-in sensor, which automatically adjusts the brightness and color temperature according to ambient lighting and dims or turns off the display if no one is in front of it.
The release date should be in May 2021 for North America.
Acer Predator XB273U NX
Another interesting monitor from Acer’s new XB3 series is the Predator XB273UNX.
It uses a 1440p 240Hz (275Hz factory-OC) IPS panel with a fast 0.5ms GtG response time speed, a wide 95% DCI-P3 color gamut, and HDR support.
Equipped with a dedicated G-SYNC module, the monitor ensures flawless VRR performance with compatible NVIDIA graphics cards. Just like the XB323QK model, it features USB-C with 65W PD and the new VisionCare 4.0 technology.
While it does support HDR, we don’t know to what extent as the peak brightness or the use of local dimming is not specified.
The monitor will be priced at ~$1100 once it’s released in May 2021.
Acer Nitro XV282K KV
Finally, we have the Acer XV282KKV based on Innolux’s 4K 144Hz IPS panel with a wide 90% DCI-P3 color gamut, FreeSync, DisplayHDR 400 support, and fast 1ms GtG response time.
Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 ports, DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, a USB-C port with 65W PD, and a quad-USB hub. Acer VisionCare is supported on this model as well.
The release date is scheduled for May 2021, while the price will be ~$900.
ASUS Monitors
New HDMI 2.1 Monitors
ASUS announced three new monitors (28″, 32″, and 43″ sized models) with HDMI 2.1:
- ASUS TUF Gaming VG28UQL1A – 28″ 4K 144Hz IPS DisplayHDR 400
- ASUS ROG Swift PG32UQ – 32″ 4K 144Hz IPS DisplayHDR 600 (Delta E < 2, 98% DCI-P3, 1ms GtG, FreeSync/G-SYNC Compatible, ELMB-Sync)
- ASUS ROG Strix XG43UQ – 43″ 4K 144Hz DisplayHDR 1000
Will update this section with more information, including pricing and availability, as soon as we get it.
LG Monitors
At CES 2021, LG announced several exciting new displays:
- LG 27GP950 – 27″ 4K 144Hz (160Hz OC) Nano IPS DisplayHDR 600, HDMI 2.1
- LG 32GP850 – 32″ 1440p 165Hz (180Hz OC) Nano IPS
- LG 34GP950G – 34″ 3440×1440 144Hz (180Hz OC) Nano IPS DisplayHDR 600 with G-SYNC Ultimate
- LG 40WP95C – 40″ 5120×2160 Nano IPS
- LG UltraFine 32EP950 – 32″ 4K OLED with 99% Adobe RGB/DCI-P3
More information, including price and release date, will be added as we get it.
Philips Monitors
Philips 279P2MRX
The Philips 279P2MRX is a 27″ 4K IPS monitor featuring a mini-LED backlight with a 2304-zone full-array local dimming solution for an amazing HDR image quality; it even has VESA’s high-end DisplayHDR 1400 certification.
Other specifications include a wide 100% Adobe RGB color gamut, Delta E < 2 factory-calibration, and two Thunderbolt 4 ports. More information to follow.
Philips 329M1RV
Philips announced the new 329M1RV 32″ 4K 144Hz IPS gaming monitor, following the Acer XB323QK NV with the same key specifications.
Main specifications include quick 1ms GtG pixel response time, wide 95% DCI-P3 color gamut, 400-nit peak brightness, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 10-bit color depth, and 178° viewing angles.
The display also features Delta E < 2 factory-calibration, FreeSync, Ambiglow RGB lighting, and DTS integrated speakers.
Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.4, two HDMI 2.0 ports (sadly no HDMI 2.1), and a USB-C port.
No word on pricing and availability yet.
New Console Gaming Displays
Philips has introduced three new console gaming monitors to their Momentum series:
- Philips 558M1RY – 55″ 4K 120Hz VA display with HDR 1000 and edge-lit local dimming. It also offers three HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort, and a quad-USB 3.0 hub. The HDMI ports are limited to 60Hz at 4K or 120Hz at 1440p. For 4K 120Hz, you will need to use the DisplayPort input.
- Philips 559M1RYV – 55″ 4K 144Hz VA display with HDR1000, HDMI 2.1, and USB-C (with 65W PD and DP Alt Mode).
- Philips 328M1R – 32″ 4K 120Hz VA monitor with HDR 600, 1ms MPRT, and the same connectivity options as the 55″ variant + HDMI 2.1.
Both monitors support AMD FreeSync and feature the Ambiglow RGB lighting technology.
The release date of the Philips 328M1R has been pushed to Q1 2021, as Philips wants to implement HDMI 2.1 to make the monitors ready for the next-gen consoles.
AOC Monitors
New AOC Gaming Displays
- AOC AG323QCXE – 32″ 1440p 144Hz curved (1500R) model with FreeSync, HDR, 550-nits, and 91% DCI-P3 gamut
- AOC CQ27G3S – 27″ 1440p 165Hz 1000R curved VA monitor with FreeSync and HDR
- AOC CU34G3X – 34″ 3440×1440 144Hz ultrawide 1000R curved VA gaming monitor
- AOC U34G3X – 34″ 3440×1440 144Hz IPS ultrawide flat-screen gaming monitor with FreeSync and 98% DCI-P3 color gamut
- AOC AG274QG – 27″ 1440p 240Hz IPS G-SYNC Ultimate
- AOC AG254FG – 25″ 1080p 360Hz IPS G-SYNC
MSI Monitors
New MSI Monitors
- MSI PS321QR – 32″ 1440p monitor aimed at designers and gamers with a 165Hz refresh rate, DisplayHDR 600, and 1ms GtG response time, 95% DCI-P3 and 99% Adobe RGB color gamut
- MSI PS321UR – 32″ 4K IPS designer monitor with 95% DCI-3, 99% Adobe RGB, and DisplayHDR 600
- MSI MEG381CQR – 38″ ultrawide monitor with an innovative human-machine interface which includes a small extra OLED display. It’s based on LG’s IPS panel with 3840×1600 resolution, 144Hz refresh rate (overclockable to 175Hz), Display HDR600, and G-SYNC Ultimate.
- MSI 242C – 24″ 1080p 165Hz FreeSync 1000R Curved, 90% DCI-P3, 1ms MPRT
Samsung Monitors
Samsung Odyssey G5
Samsung’s Odyssey G7 and G9 models delivered surprisingly good pixel response time performance. They are the first VA displays with a 1ms GtG pixel response time speed allowing you to enjoy both high contrast ratio and smooth motion clarity.
For more information, you can check out our Samsung G7 and Samsung G9 reviews.
Just like the G7 series, the G5 models will be available as 27″ and 32″ variants with QHD resolution and steep 1000R screen curvature.
However, they’ll have a lower 144Hz maximum refresh rate and no DisplayHDR 600 support. Instead, they’ll just support basic HDR with a 250-nit peak brightness and a 2,500:1 static contrast ratio. Color gamut is not specified.
While Samsung specifies a 1ms response time speed, it implies the MPRT measure, not the GtG measure like that of the G7 and G9 series. Hopefully, the G5 will have a fast enough GtG response time to eliminate the notorious VA black smearing.
Update: It seems that the GtG response time speed is not 1ms, based on this video. Bad news, but also somewhat expected for $300.
The 27″ Samsung G5 is available for $300 on Amazon while the 32″ G5 model is $350.
Lenovo Monitors
New Lenovo ThinkVision Monitors
Lenovo showcased several displays at CES 2020 including:
- Lenovo ThinkVision T34W-20 – 34″ 3440×1440 ultrawide curved (1500R) monitor with a VA panel, 60Hz, and ~99% sRGB color gamut. Other features include a quad USB hub, USB-C with 75W PD, and PiP/PbP support. The release date is scheduled for March 2020, priced at $800.
- Lenovo ThinkVision P27H-20 – 27″ 1440p monitor with USB-C PD (90W) and a height-adjustable stand. It should be available in March as well, for $500.
- Lenovo ThinkVision T24V-20 – 24″ 1080p IPS monitor with an integrated Full HD camera, facial recognition, and dual microphones; available in April 2020 for $264.
Lenovo ThinkVision Creator Extreme P27 – 27″ 4K IPS monitor for professional use with 100% sRGB and 99% Adobe RGB color gamut, factory-calibrated.
Other specs include a 1,000-nit peak brightness, a 14ms GtG response time speed, and an 1152-zone Mini-LED local dimming solution.
The monitor will also feature USB-C with 90W PD, DP 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.0 ports, a quad USB hub, and an ergonomic stand with a smartphone holder. It should be available in April for $2,500. More info here. - Lenovo ThinkVision 32H-20 – 31.5″ 1440p IPS monitor with sRGB color gamut and USB-C
- Lenovo ThinkVision P27Q-20 – 27″ 1440p IPS monitor with sRGB color gamut and DP, mDP, and DP-out ports as well as a WiFi smartphone charging base
Gigabyte Monitors
- Gigabyte AORUS FI32Q – 32″ 1440p 165Hz (170Hz OC) IPS gaming monitor with 1ms GtG, FreeSync, DisplayHDR 400, HLG, 94% DCI-P3 gamut, and the new Aim Stabilizer Sync technology (allows for backlight strobing and VRR at the same time)
- Gigabyte AORUS FI27Q-X – 27″ 1440p 240Hz IPS gaming monitor with 1ms GtG, FreeSync, DisplayHDR 400, 100% Adobe RGB gamut, and Aim Stabilizer
ViewSonic Monitors
ViewSonic announced plenty of interesting monitors for 2021 for both gaming and professional use:
- ViewSonic VP3286-8K – 32″ 8K IPS, Adobe RGB, Thunderbolt 3; Summer 2021, $5000
- ViewSonic VP3286-4K -32″ 4K IPS, Adobe RGB, Thunderbolt 3; Summer 2021, $2000
- ViewSonic VP2786-4K – 27″ 4K IPS, Adobe RGB, Thunderbolt 3, Summer 2021, $1000
- ViewSonic VP2776-4K – 27″ 4K IPS, 100% DCI-P3
- ViewSonic VP2776-2K – 27″ 1440p IPS, 100% DCI-P3
- ViewSonic XG320Q – 32″ 1440p 165Hz, Adobe RGB, DisplayHDR 600
- ViewSonic XG320U – 32″ 4K 144Hz IPS, Adobe RGB, DisplayHDR 600, HDMI 2.1
- ViewSonic XG321UG – 32″ 4K 144Hz IPS, DisplayHDR 1400, G-SYNC Ultimate, 1152-zone Mini-LED FALD
- ViewSonic XG271QG – 27″ 1440p 240Hz IPS, DisplayHDR 400
- ViewSonic XG2431 – 24″ 1080p 240Hz, DisplayHDR 400
- ViewSonic VA3456-MHDJ – 34″ 3440×1440 75Hz IPS FreeSync 1800R Curved; $390
BenQ Monitors
BenQ PD2725U
BenQ’s latest designer monitor, the PD2725U, uses a 27″ 4K IPS panel with a wide 95% DCI-P3 color gamut (100% sRGB and Rec.709) and Delta E ≤ 3 factory-calibration.
Other useful features include Thunderbolt 3 connectivity with both input and output for daisy-chaining, a built-in KVM switch, ‘Mac-to-Monitor Color Sync’, a hotkey puck for remote and quick OSD setting shortcuts, and what appears to be a color and brightness uniformity compensation feature.
No word on availability and pricing at the moment.
Dell Monitors
Dell has announced several new monitors for Q1 2021, the most interesting one being the Dell U4021WQ, the first 39.7″ ultrawide display.
It also boasts a high 5120×2160 resolution, which on its 39.7″ sized screen results in a rich pixel density of 140 PPI. The monitor is basically as tall as a regular 32″ 16:9 screen, but ~30% wider.
Other noteworthy specifications include an IPS panel with 98% DCI-P3 and 100% sRGB gamut with Delta E < 2 factory-calibration, 5ms response time, 60Hz, 300-nit peak brightness, a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 178° viewing angles.
Connectivity options include USB-C (15W PD), Thunderbolt 3 (90W PD and DP Alt Mode), an Ethernet port, dual 9W speakers, DP 1.4, two HDMI 2.0 ports, and a quad-USB 3.0 hub. PiP/PbP and KVM are supported as well.
It should be available by the end of January 2021 for ~$2,100.
Other monitors announced by Dell are intended for professinoal and/or office use and include:
- Dell U3821DW – 38″ 3840×1600 IPS ultrawide with 60Hz, 95% DCI-P3 gamut, USB-C (90W PD); January, ~$1500
- Dell U2722D – 27″ 1440p 60Hz IPS model with 95% DCI-P3 gamut; March, $530
- Dell U2722DE – same as above + USB-C with 90W PD, RJ45, and KVM; March, $630
- Dell U2422H – 24″ 1080p 60Hz IPS model with 85% DCI-P3 gamut; March, $330
- Dell U2422HE – same as above + USB-C with 90W PD, RJ45, and KVM; March, $430
- Dell C2422HE – same as above + 5MP webcam and microphone built-in; February, $520
- Dell C3422WE – 34″ 3440×1440 60Hz ultrawide with with a built-in 5MP webcam and microphone, USB-C (90W PD, RJ45, and KVM; February, $1150
- Dell C2722DE -27″ 1440p 60Hz IPS model with a built-in 5MP webcam and microphone, USB-C (90W PD, RJ45, and KVM; February, $720
New Display Technology
360Hz Gaming Monitors
- ASUS ROG Swift PG259QN
- ASUS ROG Swift PG259QNR
- AOC AGON PRO AG254FG
- MSI Oculux NXG253R – January 2021, $800
- Acer Predator X25
- Dell Alienware AW2521H
The new 360Hz gaming monitors are based on a 24.5″ 1080p IPS panel made by AU Optronics and feature a native G-SYNC module.
Other panel-related specifications include a 400-nit peak brightness, a 1,000:1 static contrast ratio, 8-bit color depth support, 99% sRGB color gamut, 178° viewing angles, DisplayHDR 400 support, and 1ms GtG response time speed.
These 360Hz G-SYNC gaming monitors also support ULMB (Ultra Low Motion Blur) at 144Hz and 240Hz, as well as Adaptive-Sync in order to provide VRR for AMD GPU users.
NVIDIA Reflex Analyzer
All of the above-mentioned 360Hz models, except for the PG259QN, will support NVIDIA Reflex Analyzer (NRA) that allows you to effortlessly and precisely measure latency using a compatible mouse from ASUS, Logitech, SteelSeries, or Razer.
Other non-360Hz models that will support NRA include:
- Acer Predator X34S
- Acer Predator XB273U NX
- AOG AGON PRO AG274QG
- ASUS ROG Swift PG279QM
ASUS ROG Bezel-Free Kit
Back at CES 2018, ASUS showcased a triple monitor setup with lenses attached where the bezels of the monitors meet which made the gaps appear more transparent.
There wasn’t any news regarding these kits for a while, but they have finally appeared on Amazon. Check the video below to see what’s it all about.
Looking Glass Factory – 32″ 8K Holographic Monitor
Looking Glass Factory just released a 32″ 8K holographic display for 3D content viewing without the need of using any headsets or glasses.
The monitor is not intended for gaming though but rather for medical and marketing use. Some of the specs include 8K resolution at 60Hz, 10-bit color depth support, two DisplayPort inputs, and a USB type B port.
For more information, visit the manufacturer’s website.
LG 48″ Bendable OLED Display
LG Display revealed their new 48-inch bendable OLED panel. Basically, it’s a flat-screen OLED TV that you can bend to curvature of up to 1000R for a more immersive gaming experience.
Just like the 2019 and 2020 LG’s OLEDs, the bendable display will support a variable refresh rate with a 40-120Hz range and have an instantaneous 0.1ms response time speed.
Additionally, the display will feature the CSO (Cinematic Sound OLED) technology, which was previously known as ‘Crystal Sound Display.’ CSO allows the display to vibrate and emit sound without using any speakers.
More information regarding panel specifications, pricing, and release date will be added as soon as available.
Updates +
- October 2020:
10/30/2020:
– Added a new section containing the latest panel developments by BOE Technology.
10/22/2020:
– Updated AUO’s IPS panel list. The most interesting additions include various new FALD models, 30″ 2560×1080 high refresh rate IPS ultrawides, and more information about already known panels. All new changes are put in bold in the table below.
– Updated AUO’s VA panel list. Added many variations of high refresh rate curved gaming monitors (both 1000R and 1500R) including new 34″ 3440×1440 ultrawides. AUO’s VA panels are less prone to VRR brightness flickering than Samsung’s, so we’re excited to see how these will perform. Hopefully, response times will be on par with Samsung’s Odyssey G7 and G9 models!
10/15/2020:
– Updated LG’s Nano IPS panel list. The most interesting additions include a 40″ 5120×2160 ultrawide, a 32″ 8K Adobe RGB gamut display, and a 32″ 4K 144Hz HDR1000 panel.
10/1/2020:
– The LG 38GN950 is now up on Amazon.
– Acer announced the Acer Predator X34 S, a 34″ 3440×1440 200Hz IPS ultrawide curved gaming monitor with a native G-SYNC module, wide 98% DCI-P3 color gamut, HDR400, and 1ms GtG response time speed. There’s also the Acer X34 GS model with FreeSync support and 180Hz overclockable refresh rate (from 144Hz).
– MSI announced the 343CQR, a 34″ 3440×1440 144Hz ultrawide curved gaming monitor with a 1000R curved VA panel. - September 2020:
09/30/2020:
– The LG 34GP83A is now up on Amazon. It features identical specifications as the LG 34GN850 yet it’s $200 cheaper at $800! Based on the difference between LG’s 27GL850 and 27GL83A, it’s possible that they made a mistake, and that the LG 34GP83A only has 100% sRGB gamut, and not 98% DCI-P3 as specified. We’ll keep an eye on it.
– AOC announced the AOC CU34G3S, a 34″ 3440×1440 165Hz VA gaming monitor with a steep 1000R screen curvature, FreeSync support, and 90% DCI-P3 color gamut.
09/23/2020:
– The Acer Predator XB323U GP 32″ 1440p 175Hz IPS gaming monitor with DisplayHDR 600, 99% Adobe RGB color gamut, 0.5ms GtG response time speed, and G-SYNC Compatibility is now up on Amazon for $800!
09/21/2020:
– A 32″ 1440p 240Hz IPS gaming, the Acer XB323U GX, has appeared on NVIDIA’s list of G-SYNC Compatible monitors.
09/17/2020:
– AOC released the AOC C24G1A, a 24″ 1080p 165Hz curved gaming monitor with FreeSync and wide color gamut. It’s the updated model of the popular C24G1.
– Pixio and HP announced new gaming models based on PANDA’s 24″ 1080p 144Hz IPS panel, including the Pixio PX248 and the HP X24i and X24ih (with a height-adjustable stand).
09/14/2020:
– Acer announced the XV282K KV 28″ 4K 144Hz gaming monitor based on an IPS panel by Innolux. Other features include 98% DCI-P3 color gamut, DisplayHDR 600 support, a fast 1ms GtG response time speed, and HDMI 2.1.
– The MSI Creator PS321QR is now available on Newegg. It’s a 32″ 1440p 165Hz 1ms (GtG) IPS gaming monitor with 99% Adobe RGB gamut and DisplayHDR 600.
– The 32″ Samsung Odyssey G5 is now up on Amazon for $350.
09/11/2020:
– The 27″ Samsung Odyssey G5 is now up on Amazon. The product page over at Amazon specifies a 1ms GtG pixel response time speed, but there’s a YouTube video of the monitor running Blur Busters’ ghosting test that suggests otherwise, sadly.
– The Gigabyte G27Q is now available on Amazon for $330. It’s a new 27″ 1440p 144Hz IPS gaming monitor based on AUO’s IPS panel.
09/08/2020:
– Added more information about the upcoming 360Hz gaming monitors.
– Added more information about Samsung’s Odyssey G5 monitors.
– Added the ViewSonic XG320U 32″ 4K 144Hz display with HDMI 2.1.
– Added the new BenQ XL2546K and XL2411K gaming monitors. - August 2020:
08/26/2020:
– ASUS released more information about their PG259QN 1080p 360Hz IPS gaming monitor including a marketing video, price, and availability ($700, September 2020).
– Acer announced a new ultrawide gaming monitor, the Acer XR343CKP with 3440×1440, 180Hz overclock, and LG’s Nano IPS panel.
08/25/2020:
– It seems that MSI’s new MAG342CQR monitor won’t have the steep 1000R curvature as previously reported, but a more subtle 1500R curvature.
– AOC announced the AOC CQ27G3S 27″ 1440p 165Hz VA gaming monitor with a 1000R curved screen, FreeSync, and HDR support.
08/01/2020:
– ASUS announced three new monitors with HDMI 2.1. - July 2020:
07/30/2020:
– The LG 27GN950 27″ 4K 144Hz Nano IPS monitor with 1ms GtG response time, DisplayHDR 600, DSC, and FreeSync Premium Pro/G-SYNC Compatible is now up for pre-order on Amazon.
07/24/2020:
– ASUS announced the PG329QN 32″ 1440p 175Hz IPS gaming monitor with 98% DCI-P3 color gamut and DisplayHDR 600, likely based on the same panel as the XB323U and the MSI PS321QR.
07/21/2020:
– ViewSonic’s XG2405 and XG2705 gaming monitors based on Panda’s 1080p 144Hz IPS panels are now up on Amazon US (in stock as of August 23).
07/20/2020:
– A DisplayPort 1.4 to HDMI 2.1 active adapter is now available. If you have an HDMI 2.1 display (such as an LG’s OLED TV), you can now get 120Hz at 4K via DisplayPort 1.4 on your graphics card. However, variable refresh rate is not supported.
– Added more information about Acer’s XB323QK 32″ 4K 144Hz (price will be ~$1,430) and X25 1080p 360Hz gaming monitors.
07/13/2020:
– Added more information about the Acer XB273U GX 1440p 240Hz IPS gaming monitor with 99% Adobe RGB color gamut.
07/11/2020:
– Samsung announced the Odyssey G5 series which includes more budget-friendly variants of the high-end G9 and G7 Odyssey models such as the Samsung C32G75T which we reviewed recently.
The G5 series will be available as 27″ and 32″ models as the Samsung C27G55T and the Samsung C32G55T, respectively. They will feature the same 1000R curved design and be based on wide color gamut VA panels, but with a lower 144Hz refresh rate and only basic HDR support with a 250-nit peak brightness. At the moment, it’s unclear whether they will have as fast 1ms GtG pixel response time speed. For more information, you can visit the official product page.
– Acer Nitro XV340CKP is now up on Amazon. It’s a 34″ 3440×1440 144Hz ultrawide IPS gaming monitor with a flat-screen panel.
07/01/2020:
– Added the Philips 288E2A and 288E2E 28″ 4K monitors with wide color gamut and FreeSync based on Innolux’s IPS panel, the same one used in the ASUS VG289Q. - June 2020:
06/29/2020:
– Added the Philips 275M1RZ, another 27″ 1440p 144Hz gaming monitor based on LG’s 98% DCI-P3 1ms GtG Nano IPS panel.
06/26/2020:
– Added more information about Acer’s XB3 gaming monitor line-up.
06/25/2020:
– The release date of the Philips 328M1R 32″ 4K 120Hz VA-panel gaming monitor has been pushed to Q1 2021 in order for HDMI 2.1 to be implemented.
06/24/2020:
– Acer announced many exciting monitors including the Acer XB323QK NV, a 31.5″ 4K 144Hz IPS gaming monitor with 0.5ms GtG response time, FreeSync, and DisplayHDR 400. The release date should be in September, but the price is unknown at the moment.
– Also announced is the Acer XB273U GX, a 1440p 240Hz IPS gaming monitor. The release date is in September, but no word on pricing yet.
– Acer announced their monitor based on the 360Hz IPS G-SYNC panel too, the Acer Predator X25. It should be available in November for ~$1,100. You can check out the Acer Predator X25 product page here.
– For more information, visit Acer’s press release regarding these monitors.
– Added the Dell S2721DGF and the Acer CP3271U 1440p 144Hz 1ms gaming monitors based on LG’s Nano IPS panel with 98% DCI-P3 color gamut.
– Added the Acer CM3271K 32″ 4K Adobe RGB professional monitor to Acer’s ConceptD series of monitors.
– Added the Acer XR383CKP 38″ 3840×1600 ultrawide curved gaming monitor with FreeSync and DisplayHDR 600. It will use the same panel as the LG 38WN95C.
06/20/2020:
The LG 38WN95C 37.5″ 3840×1600 IPS ultrawide gaming monitor with 144Hz, 1ms, Thunderbolt 3, DisplayHDR 600, FreeSync Premium (G-SYNC Compatible), and 98% DCI-P3 is now up on Amazon.
06/17/2020:
– Viotek released the Viotek GNV29CB, a 29″ 2560×1080 120Hz VA-panel ultrawide gaming monitor with a steep 1200R screen curvature and AMD FreeSync.
06/11/2020:
– The Cooler Master GM34-CF is now up on Amazon. It’s based on the same 3440×1440 144Hz 1500R curved VA panel as the AOC CU34G2X.
– Added more information about the Philips 558M1RY 55″ console gaming monitor.
06/05/2020:
– The Gigabyte G32QC 32″ 1440p 165Hz curved VA-panel gaming monitor is now available on Amazon.
06/02/2020:
– The Samsung C27G75T 27″ 1440p 240Hz curved VA-panel gaming monitor is now up on Amazon.
– Added the Acer CB282K 28″ 4K IPS monitor based on the same Innolux IPS panel as the ASUS VG289.
06/01/2020:
– The Acer Predator XB273P is now available on Amazon. It’s a 27″ 1080p 144Hz IPS gaming monitor with a native G-SYNC module.
– Pixio released a new display called the Pixio PX278. It’s a 27″ 1440p 144Hz 1ms gaming monitor based on a TN panel with a wide 95% DCI-P3 gamut and HDR support! - May 2020:
05/30/2020:
– The Samsung C32G75T 1440p 240Hz curved VA-panel gaming monitor is now up on Amazon!
– Added the Pixio PX5H2, another 24.5″ 1080p 240Hz IPS gaming monitor.
05/29/2020:
– The Samsung C49G95T 5120×1440 240Hz HDR1000 super-ultrawide curved gaming monitor is now up for pre-order on Amazon for $1,700. Release date is June 13, 2020.
– The LG 38GN950 should be available soon, priced at $1,600 – that’s $200 less than the G-SYNC model, the LG 38GL950G – yet the 38GN950 has a better HDR600 implementation (as opposed to HDR400 of the 950G) and certified G-SYNC compatibility. No G-SYNC module though; we’re looking forward to seeing how its pixel response time performs across different refresh/frame rates.
05/28/2020:
– Added some information about Looking Glass’ 32″ 8K Holographic monitor.
05/24/2020:
– Added the Acer XV272UX, a 27″ 1440p 240Hz IPS gaming monitor with a 1ms GtG response time speed and 99% Adobe RGB color gamut. More info here.
– Acer announced two monitors based on new curved VA panels by CSOT with a 4,000:1 contrast ratio, 1080p resolution, FreeSync, and 240Hz refresh rate, the Acer XZ270X and the Acer XZ320QX.
– The AOC CQ27G2 affordable 27″ 1440p 144Hz curved gaming monitor is now finally available in the US.
– The ViewSonic Elite XG270QC 27″ 1440p 165Hz FreeSync Premium Pro gaming monitor with DisplayHDR 400, 90% DCI-P3 gamut, and 550-nit peak brightness is now available on Amazon!
– ASUS released two new ProArt displays, the PA248QV (24″ 1920×1200 IPS) and the PA278QV (27″ 1440p IPS) with 100% sRGB gamut and DeltaE < 2 factory-calibration.
05/21/2020:
– Sceptre released 24″ and 27″ gaming monitors based on the popular 1080p 144Hz IPS panels by PANDA, the Sceptre E248B-FPT168 and the Sceptre E275B-FPT168, respectively. While they are more affordable than some alternatives by more famous brands, they still aren’t as cheap as the ASUS VP249QGR.
05/18/2020:
– After ASUS, Dell announced a 360Hz model as well called the Dell Alienware AW2521H. It turns out that the new 360Hz models will be based on an IPS panel!
05/17/2020:
– Added the Acer CP5271U V. It’s a 27″ 1440p IPS gaming monitor with a 170Hz refresh rate (OCed from 144Hz), a quoted GtG response time speed of 0.7ms, quantum dots, Adobe RGB 99% color gamut, DeltaE < 1 Pantone-certified color accuracy, DisplayHDR 600, and USB-C with 65W PD and DP Alt Mode.
The release date should be sometime in June 2020 while the price should be around $700.
– The ASUS XG17AHP 17″ 1080p 240Hz IPS portable monitor is now up on Amazon. Unlike the XG17AHPE model, this one also comes with a tripod allowing you to use it as a full-on desktop monitor.
05/13/2020:
– The Nixeus NX-EDG274K is now up on Amazon! This is a 4K 144Hz FreeSync IPS gaming monitor with DSC and 128-level adjustable overdrive.
– The Acer Predator XB273 X is now up on Amazon. It’s the first 1080p 240Hz IPS gaming monitor with a native G-SYNC module. It also supports Adaptive-Sync over DP, and VRR over HDMI.
05/12/2020:
– The Samsung C32T55 32″ 1080p 75Hz monitor with a 1000R curved VA panel is now up on Amazon for $300 which is a bit steep considering you can get a 32″ 1440p 144Hz curved model at that price range. Hopefully, the 24″ and 27″ T55 models will be more reasonably priced.
05/10/2020:
– The Dell Alienware AW2521HF 24.5″ 1080p 240Hz IPS monitor is now up on Amazon.
05/05/2020:
– The MSI MAG301CR 30″ curved ultrawide monitor with 2560×1080 and 200Hz is now up on Amazon.
– Added the HP Omen 27i, another 27″ gaming monitor based on LG’s 1440p 144Hz Nano IPS panel. - April 2020:
04/28/2020:
– Acer has announced a new monitor: the Acer Predator XB323U – a 32″ 1440p 144Hz (170Hz OC) IPS gaming monitor with DisplayHDR 600 and 99% Adobe RGB color gamut. 04/24/2020:
– The Acer Predator XB253Q GX is now up on Amazon. It’s a 25″ 1080p 240Hz IPS gaming monitor with DisplayHDR400 and certified G-SYNC compatibility.
– MSI released more information regarding the MSI PSI321QR 32″ 1440p 165Hz IPS monitor aimed at both gamers and designers with 100% sRGB, 99% Adobe RGB, 95% DCI-P3, and DisplayHDR 600. No word on price or release date yet though, nor whether it will support FreeSync or G-SYNC.
– Gigabyte announced two more new monitors: the Gigabyte G27Q and the Gigabyte G27FC.
– Added the Viotek GNV34DBE 34″ 3440×1440 144Hz VA-panel curved ultrawide gaming monitor, based on the same panel as the AOC CU34G2X.
– Added more info about the Lenovo ThinkVision Creator Extreme P27.
– Added the Philips 322M8CP 32″ 1080p 240Hz curved VA-panel gaming monitor.
– Added the Dell U2421HE and the Dell U2721DE UltraSharp monitors with USB-C, DP-Out, and RJ45 ports. They feature 1080p and 1440p IPS panels with Delta E < 2 calibration and 99% sRGB color gamut. 04/23/2020:
– Added the Acer Predator XB253Q G 24.5″ 1080p 144Hz IPS gaming monitor with FreeSync, ~1ms GtG response time, and DisplayHDR 400.
– Added the Philips 345M1CR 3440×1440 144Hz curved (1500R) VA-panel gaming monitor.
04/18/2020:
– The ASUS VG259QM 1080p 280Hz IPS gaming monitor is now up on Amazon for $320!
– The Dell U2720Q 4K professional monitor with USB-C 90W PD is now up on Amazon.
04/16/2020:
– MSI has revealed the MSI MAG301CR, a 30″ 2560×1080 200Hz ultrawide gaming monitor based on the same panel as the Viotek C305B-200UN.
– The LG 27GN950 4K 144Hz (160Hz OC) IPS gaming monitor with 1ms GtG response time, DSC, and DisplayHDR 600 has started appearing in some stores in the UK! For more info, go here.
04/15/2020:
– Samsung’s 27″ and 32″ G7 1440p 240Hz curved (1000R) VA gaming monitors have appeared on their Vietnamese website! For more info, click here.
– The LG 34GN850 is now up on Amazon. It’s a 34″ 3440×1440 144Hz curved ultrawide gaming monitor with a Nano IPS panel rocking 98% DCI-P3 color gamut and 1ms GtG response time!
– Added the Acer VG272UV, a new monitor based on AUO’s 1440p 144Hz 1ms IPS panel. - March 2020:
03/13/2020:
– Last year, Cooler Master announced their entry to the gaming monitor market with the Cooler Master GM219-35 and GM219-30 ultrawide models.
No word on those models yet, but they do have a product page up for the new GM34-CW model with 3440×1440, 144Hz, and HDR400 support meaning that it will feature the same Samsung panel as the AOC CU34G2X, hopefully, with a better VRR implementation as FreeSync 2 is mentioned on Cooler Master’s website.
– The LG 27GN750 1080p 240Hz IPS gaming monitor is now up on Amazon.
– The Lenovo Legion Y44W is now up on Amazon. - February 2020:
02/28/2020:
– The ASUS VG279QM 1080p 280Hz (overclocked) IPS monitor with ELMB-Sync is now up on Amazon!
– The Acer VG272 X is now available on Amazon as well. It’s the same monitor as the Acer XV273 X, but with a tilt-only stand.
02/11/2020:
– Th/e Dell U4320Q monitor is now up on Amazon. It’s a 43″ 4K IPS professional-use display with an ergonomic stand and USB-C (90W PD) – among other things.
02/08/2020:
– The ASUS PG43UQ 43″ 4K 144Hz gaming monitor with DSC and DisplayHDR 1000 is now up on Amazon.
– We have yet another 24″ 1080p 144Hz gaming monitor based on the Panda IPS panel, the Pixio PX247.
– The ASUS XG17AHPE 240Hz IPS portable monitor with a built-in battery is now up on Amazon.
02/04/2020:
– The ASUS VG289Q is now up on Amazon. It’s a 28″ 4K monitor based on an IPS panel by Innolux with 90% DCI-P3 color gamut, HDR support, and AMD FreeSync.
– Samsung announced a new T55 series which consists of 1080p 75Hz displays based on a 1000R curved VA panels. - January 2020:
01/22/2020:
– The ASUS ROG Strix XG279Q is now up on Amazon. It’s a 1440p 144Hz (170Hz overclocked) IPS gaming monitor with a specified response time of 1ms GtG, DisplayHDR 400, and ELMB-Sync.
– The MSI Prestige PS341WU 5K2K ultrawide monitor with HDR600, Thunderbolt, and 98% DCI-P3 gamut is now available on Amazon.
01/21/2020:
– MSI released the MSI G241 and the MSI G271 1080p 144Hz gaming monitors based on the popular Panda IPS panel. Just like AOC’s models, the G241 and the G271 feature wide color gamut support with 95%/92% DCI-P3.
01/20/2020:
– The MSI Optix MAG251RX 24.5″ 1080p 240Hz IPS gaming monitor is now up for pre-order on Amazon.
01/17/2020:
– The ASUS XG43VQ 3840×1200 120Hz DisplayHDR 400 FreeSync 2 gaming monitor is now available.
01/14/2020:
– The Acer VP249QGR is now available on Amazon for just $159!
It uses the same 1080p 144Hz IPS panel by Panda as the Acer VG240YP, the AOC 24G2, and the ASUS VG249Q, but it has a tilt-only stand.
01/10/2020:
– Added the Dell UP3221Q 31.5″ 4K IPS monitor with 2,000 mini LED dimming zones.
01/09/2020:
– Added more info about MSI’s newly announced monitors.
– Gigabyte announced three new gaming displays.
– The ASUS XG43UQ is now replaced by ASUS PG43UQ. Same specs, just different names.
01/06/2020:
– ASUS announced a new 360Hz gaming monitor!
– We’re finally getting 32″ 4K 144Hz IPS gaming monitors, and quite good ones at that, by ASUS (PG32UQX) and Acer (Predator X32). The monitors will feature a Mini LED backlight, G-SYNC Ultimate, and DisplayHDR 1400, and won’t be cheap.
– Nixeus announced a new 27″ 4K 144Hz gaming monitor with DSC and ‘adaptive’ overdrive
– MSI and Lenovo announced their monitors based on AUO’s 1080p 240Hz IPS panel.
01/04/2020:
– ASUS’ Bezel-Free Kit is now available on Amazon for $109.
– Apple’s Pro Display XDR 6K monitor is now available for purchase.
– Plenty of new and exciting monitors have been announced and showcased at CES 2020.
Click on the links below to learn more about the monitors by their respective manufacturers.
– Samsung – new 1000R curved gaming monitors such as the Odyssey G9 5120×1440 240Hz ultrawide display
– MSI – a new 38″ ultrawide monitor with a cutting-edge user interface that includes an extra OLED display
– LG – new budget 1080p IPS monitors with USB-C (45W power delivery and DP Alt Mode)
– Lenovo – new monitors for professional use including the Creator Extreme P27 with an 1152-zone Mini LED local dimming implementation 01/03/2020:
– The LG 38GL950G is now finally up on Amazon for $1,800.
– Dell announced three new displays to their UltraSharp series aimed at professional designers. - December 2019:
12/28/2019:
– The MSI MAG272QR 1440p 165Hz flat-screen VA gaming monitor with 1ms MPRT and FreeSync is now available on Amazon for $350.
12/25/2019:
– The Aorus FI27Q (non -P version) is now up on Amazon for $600. Keep in mind that this monitor uses the same panel as the ~$300 ViewSonic VX2758-2KP, so make sure you check it out as well.
12/23/2019:
– All the way back at CES 2018, ASUS showcased the ROG Bezel-Free kit that would make the gaps between multi-monitor setups appear more ‘transparent’. There weren’t any updates regarding this until now as the kit has actually appeared on Amazon. For more info, click here.
12/21/2019:
– Updated the table for Innolux’s IPS panels. There’s a lot more information about the previously announced panels including their availability. In addition, there are plenty of new IPS panels announced including 32″ 1440p 144Hz HDR400/600, 24″ 1080p 165Hz DCI-P3, 27″ 1440p 240Hz HDR600, and more! All new changes are made in bold.
12/20/2019:
– The ASUS VG249Q is now available on Amazon. It’s based on the same 24″ 1080p 144Hz IPS panel that’s used in the AOC 24G2 and the Acer VG240YP.
12/19/2019:
– LG announced exciting new gaming monitors including the LG 27GN950 4K 144Hz display and the LG 38WN95C 3840×1600 144Hz ultrawide monitor. Both are based on Nano IPS panels with FreeSync, HDR600, 98% DCI-P3 gamut, and 1ms response time speed.
– The AOC AG493UCX 49″ 5120×1440 120Hz gaming monitor is now available on Amazon.
– ASUS announced a new gaming monitor, the ASUS VG279QM, with a 27″ 1080p IPS panel and a 280Hz refresh rate (factory-overclocked from native 240Hz). It will also support ELMB-Sync and DisplayHDR 400.
12/17/2019:
– Updated the tables for LG’s Nano IPS panels, AUO IPS panels, and AUO VA panels. There are plenty of changes and new panels announced, so click on the links above to jump to the respective table. All new changes are in bold.
– The MSI MAG272CRX 1080p 240Hz curved gaming monitor with 1ms MPRT is now up on Amazon.
– Sceptre rolled out an affordable new 35″ 3440×1440 100Hz gaming monitor, the Sceptre C355W-3440UN.
12/12/2019:
– Viotek just released the first 22″ gaming monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate! The Viotek GFV22CB is based on a VA panel with 5ms response time, FreeSync, and G-SYNC compatibility according to Viotek. It’s priced at only $130!
– The AOC CU34G2X 3440×1440 144Hz ultrawide curved gaming monitor with 1ms MPRT, FreeSync, and 91% DCI-P3 gamut is now available on Amazon for only $450.
– Added the Dell AW2521HF, another newly announced monitor which will be using the 24.5″ 1080p 240Hz IPS panel by AUO.
12/10/2019:
– AOC announced the AOC C27G2 1080p 165Hz curved (1500R) gaming monitor with a VA panel, 90% DCI-P3 color gamut, FreeSync, and 1ms MPRT.
2/02/2019:
– BenQ announced a new 34″ 3440×1440 60Hz IPS flat-screen ultrawide monitor called the BenQ PD3420Q based on LG’s Nano IPS panel with 98% DCI-P3 gamut, Delta E ≤ 3 factory-calibration, and USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 65W PD. - November 2019:
11/29/2019:
– Acer announced the Acer Predator X38 P which will be based on the same Nano IPS panel as LG’s 38GL950G.
11/22/2019:
– The ASUS CQ32UQ 4K DiplayHDR 600 console gaming monitor is now up on Amazon.
11/18/2019:
– The ViewSonic XG270QG is now up on Amazon.
– Added more info about the upcoming Acer XV240Y P and the ViewSonic XG2405 24″ 1080p 144Hz IPS models.
11/16/2019:
– The ViewSonic XG270 1080p 240Hz 1ms FreeSync gaming monitor is now available on Amazon.
– Added the ASUS VG252QX, a new 24.5″ 1080p 240Hz IPS model.
– Added the Philips 392M7C, a newly announced 38.5″ 1920×1080 144Hz gaming monitor.
– Added the NEC PA311D, a new high-end professional monitor.
– Added the Acer VG240Y S, a new version of the VG240YP with a slightly higher 165Hz refresh rate.
11/13/2019:
– The Acer CP3271K (27″ 4K 144Hz FreeSync HDR400) and the Acer CP7271K (27″ 4K 144Hz G-SYNC Ultimate) ConceptD gaming monitors are now available on Amazon, priced $1,300 and $2,200 respectively.
11/11/2019:
– The ASUS TUF VG259Q 24.5″ 1080p 144Hz IPS gaming monitor with 1ms MPRT is now up on Amazon.
– The Acer Predator CG437K P 43″ 4K 144Hz gaming monitor with DisplayHDR 1000 is now available on Amazon.
11/8/2019:
– Added the Nixeus NX-EDG34S 3440×1440 144Hz curved gaming monitor which is now up for pre-order on Amazon for ~$550.
11/7/2019:
– The following monitors are now up on Amazon:
– LG 38GL950G
– LG 27MD5KL
– LG 34WN80C
– ASUS ProArt PA32UCX
– ASUS ROG Swift PG65UQ
– ASUS TUF VG35VQ
– AOC revealed the AOC AG273FXE based on the same panel as the AOC 27G2 with all the same specs – plus HDR support.* 10/7/2019: Added a section for Dell’s new monitors and included the Dell UP2720Q with a built-in colorimeter.
– The AOC CU34G2X 3440×1440 144Hz curved ultrawide monitor with FreeSync and 1ms MPRT has appeared on Amazon as well. To track its availability and price, visit its Amazon page. It should be available in December for around $450.- Added the Samsung U28R550 28″ 4K monitor based on an IPS panel by Innolux with 90% DCI-P3 gamut HDR support, and AMD FreeSync.
– Added more new gaming monitors by MSI. - October 2019:
– The MSI Omen X 27 is now available on Amazon for $650. It’s one of the first 1440p 240Hz displays available.
– The LG 27GL83A is now up on Amazon for $380. This model is basically the sRGB gamut version of the 27GL850 1440p 144Hz IPS monitor with the same 1ms GtG response time speed, but no wide DCI-P3 color gamut.
– Added two new monitors: the ASUS VG249Q and the AOC AG323QCXE.
– Xiaomi announced their first monitors including a very affordable 34″ 3440×1440 144Hz display.
– Added more information about the new 27″ 1440p 144Hz IPS displays such as the Razer Raptor and the BenQ EX2780Q.- The Gigabyte Aorus FI27Q-P is now available on Amazon.
– The Acer XV273X and the Dell Alienware AW2720HF 1080p 240Hz IPS displays are now available on Amazon.- The AOC 24G2 and the AOC 27G2 1080p 144Hz IPS models are now available on Amazon!
– Included more info about the upcoming Aorus FI27Q and the Aorus FI27Q-P and how they compare to other models based on the same Innolux panel.
– Added the MSI MAG272RX, a 1080p 240Hz VA panel display with a flat screen and 1ms MPRT. - September 2019:
– The ASUS TUF VG259Q is now up on ASUS’ website.
– ViewSonic introduced new gaming monitors including the ViewSonic XG270QG which will be based on the same Nano IPS panel as the LG 27GL850. However, it will have a G-SYNC module (maybe ULMB too) and be overclockable to 165Hz. It will also offer premium design with RGB lighting, mouse bungees, and a headphone hook. Naturally, it will be more expensive than LG’s model. It will be priced at $600 while the release date is in November. More info here.
– Other interesting newly announced monitors include the AOC AG273QCX2 and the ViewSonic XG270QC 27″ 1440p 165Hz curved (1500R) VA gaming monitors with FreeSync 2, 550-nits peak brightness, 90% DCI-P3 color gamut, 3ms (GtG), and 1ms (MPRT). – Three of ASUS’ TUF gaming monitors with ELMB-SYNC are now available on Amazon.
– There are new 27″ 1440p 144Hz IPS models revealed including the Lenovo Y27Q-20 and Pixio PX7 Prime.
– The Philips 328E1CA is now available on Amazon for $350.
– The ASUS PA32UCX Mini-LED monitor is up for pre-order.
– MSI announced new monitors including a 1200R curved 24″ 1080p 144Hz model and a 30″ 2560×1080 200Hz ultrawide display. – Tables in this article are now mobile-friendly!
– Acer introduced four new displays to their Nitro XV3 series, all of which will be based on AUO’s IPS panels including 25″ 1080p 144Hz and 25″ 1080p 240Hz 1ms (GtG).
– ASUS revealed a new monitor called the ASUS ProArt PA32UCG which will be based on a 32″ 4K 120Hz IPS panel with an 1152-zone mini-LED local dimming system for a peak brightness of 1,600-nits.
– ASUS unveiled a gaming laptop with a 300Hz refresh rate screen.
– ViewSonic revealed their 24″ 1080p 144Hz IPS gaming monitor, the ViewSonic VX2480-HD-PRO, which uses the same panel as the Acer VG240YP.
– Acer introduced the Acer VG272 X, a 27″ IPS 1080p gaming monitor with 240Hz, 1ms (GtG), and HDR400. - August 2019:
– The ASUS VG259Q, a 1080p 144Hz IPS gaming monitor based on a 24.5″ IPS panel by AUO, has appeared in China.
– The ASUS TUF VG32VQ with ELMB-Sync is now available on Amazon.
– AUO has announced new 65″ and 32″ VA panels with Mini LED backlights.
– The ASUS XG438Q 4K 120Hz FreeSync 2 HDR (600) display has appeared on Amazon, if you want to track its availability, you can do so here.
– Added the LG 27GL83A, a 27″ 1440p 144Hz IPS gaming monitor with 1ms GtG and G-SYNC compatibility like the 27GL850 model, but without the wide color gamut, only the standard sRGB.
– AOC has released a 27″ 1440p 144Hz VA-panel curved gaming monitor with FreeSync and 1ms MPRT for only $280, the AOC CQ27G1.
– Philips revealed three new Momentum-series displays for console gaming.
– AOC has announced plenty of new displays that you can check out on this page.
– Added a few new 27″ 1440p 144Hz IPS gaming monitors including the budget-friendly ViewSonic VX2758-2KP-MHD which is already up for pre-order for only $355.
– The Acer Nitro VG240YP is now available on Amazon.
– The LG 27GL850 is now available on Amazon.
– Added several newly announced monitors. Some of the more interesting ones include the Dell AW2720HF 1080p 240Hz IPS monitor, the ASUS XG27UQ and XG43UQ 4K 144Hz models with DSC, and the HP Omen X27 1440p 240Hz TN display.
– Added three more ASUS monitors from the TUF gaming series.
– The Samsung C27RG5, the first 240Hz monitor with a VA panel, is now available on Amazon.
– The first 1440p 240Hz monitor, the Lenovo Y27QG, is now available in certain regions.
– A 30″ 2560×1080 ultrawide gaming monitor with 200Hz is now available by Sceptre.
– Added more info about the upcoming 24″ 1080p 144Hz IPS gaming monitors by AOC, Philips, and ASUS. - July 2019: Added two new 240Hz monitors to the list (the Acer Nitro XF252Q with 0.3ms GtG and FreeSync, and the Acer Predator XN253Q with 0.4ms GtG and G-SYNC) as well as Apple’s new 4K and 5K UltraFine displays by LG: the LG 24MD4KL and the LG 27MD5KL respectively.
– The Acer Nitro XV273X appears to be the very first 1080p 240Hz desktop gaming monitor with an IPS panel! It will feature a rapid 1ms response time speed, AMD FreeSync, and DisplayHDR 400.
– The Acer Predator X35 is now available for pre-order on Amazon.
– The MSI Optix MPG341CQR has appeared on Amazon. It’s the first 3440×1440 144Hz ultrawide gaming monitor with a VA panel.
– A new 24″ 1080p 144Hz IPS model has surfaced, the Acer Nitro VG240YP.
– The MSI Optix MAG321CURV is now available on Amazon.
– Added more information about the ASUS PA32UCX. - June 2019: Added panel development plans by Innolux.
– Just like the LG 27GL850, LG’s new 38″ ultrawide display based on the next-generation IPS technology, the LG 38GL950G, will have a 1ms (GtG) response time speed.
– Samsung announced their first 240Hz model, the Samsung C27RG50. It will also be the first 240Hz monitor that’s based on a curved VA panel. Other specs include 1080p resolution, FreeSync with G-SYNC compatibility, and a 4ms response time speed. It should be released in July and it will be available for just under $400.
– More information about the LG 27GL850 is now available. It will be the first IPS panel with a 1ms (GtG) response time speed.
– The Samsung C49RG9 is now available on Amazon.
– Added Apple’s new 6K (6016 x 3384) display dubbed as the Apple Pro Display XDR. It’s a 32″ IPS monitor with 576-zone FALD, 1600-nit peak brightness, Thunderbolt 3, and a $5,000 price tag – and that’s without the stand!
– Cooler Master announced their first two gaming monitors, the Cooler Master GM219-30 30″ 2560×1080 200Hz gaming monitor with FreeSync and HDR, and the Cooler Master GM219-35 35″ 3440×1440 120Hz FreeSync 2 HDR display. Both ultrawide VA-panel curved gaming monitors will be released in Q4 2019 with $399 and $999 MSRP respectively. Other known specs include height-adjustable stands and 1ms MPRT. - May 2019: AUO announced several new panels including 32″ 4K 144Hz and 1440p 240Hz IPS models as well as 240Hz VA panels.
– Added the MSI Optix MPG341CQR, the LG 27GL850, and the ASUS ROG Swift PG27UQX to the list. Also added a new heading where we’ll keep track of new monitors. Added two ASUS TUF gaming monitors with ELMB-Sync (simultaneous VRR and backlight strobing) and a 17″ 240Hz IPS portable monitor, the ASUS ROG Strix XG17. - April 2019: AOC has announced a new G2 series of gaming monitors which consists of four IPS models including the very first 24″ 1080p 144Hz IPS model to be announced!
– Added four monitors from the new Acer ConceptD series: Acer CP3271K (27″ 4K 144Hz model), Acer CP3271U (27″ 1440p 144Hz HDR400), Acer CP7271K (27″ 4K 144Hz G-SYNC Ultimate), Acer CM7321K (32″ 4K mini-LED).
– The Acer Predator CG437K has been announced. It’s dubbed as LFGD (Larger Format Gaming Display), similar to the 65″ BFGDs (Big Format Gaming Display). It won’t have FALD nor G-SYNC as previously speculated though. Instead, this 43″ 4K 144Hz gaming monitor offers FreeSync and DisplayHDR 1000 with edge-lit local dimming, so it’s priced significantly lower as well ($1,300 vs $5,000 BFGD).
– We finally have more information about the long-awaited 35″ 3440×1440 200Hz G-SYNC HDR ultrawide displays with 512-zone FALD. The AOC AGON AG353UCG should be available in June (or October at the latest) 2019 with an estimated price tag of $2,000 – $2,500.
– Changed the release dates to Q2 2019 for the monitors not released in Q1 2019 as scheduled. Hopefully, they won’t get abandoned. Some displays did get released which are now marked as ‘now available‘ in the tables below. - January 2019: Added the Samsung CRG9, the Samsung UR59C, and the LG 27GL850G.
Also added the Lenovo Legion Y27GQ (27″ 1440p 240Hz AUO panel), Lenovo Legion Y44W (43″ 3840×1200 144Hz FreeSync2 HDR VA panel), and the ASUS XG438Q (43″ 4K 120Hz AUO panel).
The HP Omen X 65 Emperium BFGD is now available for pre-order on Amazon. - December 2018: Added the LG 49WL95 49″ 5120×1440 display and the LG 38GL950G 3840×1600 144Hz G-SYNC gaming monitor (LG IPS models).
- November 2018: Updated the article. Some release dates have been pushed back, some of them due to certain panel changes.
Also, new panels have been announced. The most interesting new panels include the 27″ 1440p 165Hz 1ms (GtG) IPS and 1080p 240Hz 1ms (GtG) IPS models by LG as well as the 25″ and 27″ 144Hz/240Hz IPS models by AUO. - October 2018: Added the Dell U49149W (LG IPS panel).
