AOC launches AG276QKD 27" QHD OLED monitor with 480Hz refresh rate, 1300 nits brightness and 0.03 ms response time

As the OLED display market is rapidly picking up pace, AOC clearly doesn't want to be left behind. This is apparent by the company's latest launch on its Chinese website — the AG276QKD. It's a 26.5-inch OLED QHD gaming monitor, aimed at users seeking class-leading refresh rate and peak visual performance, if we go by the specs alone.

The display boasts a 480Hz refresh rate and an ultra-fast 0.03ms grayscale response time. It supports a native resolution of 2560×1440 and comes with OLED tech, offering over 10 million self-luminous pixels for vibrant color reproduction and deeper blacks. At 100% APL (full white screen), the brightness is 275 nits, while at 25% APL, it's 450 nits. For HDR content at 1.5% APL, the brightness peaks at 1300 nits.

One standout feature is the 1,500,000:1 static contrast ratio, which should retain sharp detail in both light and dark scenes. The monitor supports DCI-P3 color gamut coverage at 98.5%, with factory calibration achieving a color accuracy of ΔE<2 for precise color representation. Its hardware-based low blue light technology reduces harmful blue light emissions, while TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free certification should make it easy on the eyes during extended viewing sessions.

Certified with VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400, the AG276QKD offers a wide dynamic range. AGLR anti-glare and low-reflection technology should further add to the viewing comfort in various lighting conditions. The monitor also has OLED Care tech, claiming to prevent burn-in — a common issue with OLED panels.

In terms of connectivity, the monitor comes with multiple ports, including HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, and two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. It also supports Picture-by-Picture (PBP) and Picture-in-Picture (PIP) modes, allowing for dual-screen functionality. The AG276QKD offers height adjustment, tilt, and rotation for comfortable long-term use. The monitor definitely doesn't compromise on style, as evident by the cool asymmetrical polygon base and ultra-slim bezels.

With features like customizable RGB lighting and a quick-release bracket, this monitor seems well-suited for both high-end gaming and professional use. Pricing info isn't available yet, but we can expect the company to update the product page soon enough.