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It has taken Apple almost seven years, but it has finally replaced the Pro Display XDR with a successor. Spanning 27-inches with a 5K resolution, the new Studio Display XDR also delivers up to 2,000 nits peak brightness with a 120 Hz refresh rate and dual Thunderbolt 5 ports.

Apple has finally upgraded the Studio Display after four years. Not only has pricing remained unchanged, but so has the Studio Display's underlying panel technology. In fact, only two major upgrades separate the new Studio Display from its predecessor.

The Gram Book 15 may be the least expensive Gram model in the series, but the display leaves a lot to be desired even at the $800 price point.

Monitors with 3:2 panels are definitely not as common as widescreen monitors, but they do exist and serve people who prefer having more vertical real estate without having to move to a larger size.

According to discoveries made by the MacWorld team, Apple might be gearing up to launch two separate variants of the Studio Display monitor with an interesting set of differences.

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G5 (G50SF) is a relatively budget friendly OLED gaming monitor and it has been discounted on Amazon and Samsung’s website. The deal includes a free copy of Resident Evil Requiem.

Xiaomi has released its latest 200 Hz gaming monitor in more markets. Now available across East Asia, Southeast Asia and Europe for the first time, the new monitor also boasts 400 nits peak brightness and 1 ms response times. The Xiaomi 2K Gaming Monitor G27Qi 2026 is relatively affordable to boot.

LG's 27GX790B-B gets its first discount, bringing the price down from $999.99 to $799.99. Built around LG Display's 540Hz Tandem WOLED panel, it can hit 720Hz at 720p and up to 1,500 nits brightness for faster and brighter gaming.

Soldered Electronics has launched a new e-Paper display via Crowd Supply. Dubbed the Inkplate 13Spectra, the ESP32-S3-based board features a massive 13.3-inch six-color E-Ink Spectra panel designed for standalone operation without a Raspberry Pi. The platform also supports battery-powered use, offering up to 40–50 days of runtime on a single charge.

LG has finally opened preorders for its UltraGear evo 52G930B in the US. Featuring a massive 52-inch screen, the monitor targets both productivity users and gamers with a 5K2K resolution and a fast 240Hz refresh rate but needs a capable GPU to take full advantage of its specs.

The new display also supports touch input and can be used as a control panel for a smart home. Users can benefit from very extensive configuration options. In addition, smart home devices can integrated with this system.

The Alienware 27 AW2725DM QHD gaming monitor is a very respectable budget gaming monitor with good color reproduction, 180 Hz refresh rate, and decent motion clarity. Thanks to recent price cuts, the monitor can now be bought with a 30% discount.

A new display with an integrated circuit board can be used to build a relatively affordable smart home display. The Waveshare ESP32-S3 sports two microphones and the ubiquitous touchscreen.

The Gigabyte MO27Q28GR is a new 280Hz Tandem OLED monitor, now with a glossy panel for improved clarity and colors. Available now for $599.99, it arrives as a budget alternative to similar models already on the market.

The Uperfect Uplays C10 is a new portable monitor that offers a high 4K resolution and can also be connected with a single cable. The included cover doubles as a stand, but the monitor can also be mounted on a compatible monitor arm.

The XMG Apex 17 is primarily an extremely fast RTX 5060 gaming laptop—but after calibration, its QHD display reveals surprisingly strong qualities for content creators. With full DCI-P3 coverage and very low DeltaE values, the panel achieves excellent color accuracy. This means the powerful 17-inch laptop could be appealing not only for gamers, but also for photo and video editing.

This new 16-inch portable touchscreen monitor from Luckfox promises sharp visuals and smooth motion with its 3840 × 2400 (4K) IPS panel, 120Hz refresh rate, and 178-degree viewing angle. According to the manufacturer, the display can be used with laptops, smartphones, single-board computers, and game consoles, though performance will depend on the connected device.

The 45-inch LG UltraGear 5K2K gaming monitor is now 35% off on Amazon, dropping its price by around $700. With an extremely color accurate OLED panel, WUHD resolution, and 800R curvature, the UltraGear monitor is a treat for immersive gaming.

The Q27G4ZD is a new OLED gaming monitor that sits within AOC's Gaming series. Released globally, the AOC Gaming Q27G4ZD combines a 280 Hz refresh rate with Nvidia G-Sync compatibility and a four-port USB hub for a relatively affordable price tag in both the UK and the US.

Thanks to an ongoing sale over at Amazon, the 37-inch Samsung ViewFinity S8 monitor can now be purchased with an attractive 42% price cut. With 4K resolution and 90W power delivery, the S8 is undoubtedly a very good choice for an office monitor.

Dell has added two new budget gaming monitors with extremely affordable pricing. Featuring 27-inch Fast IPS panels with 240 Hz refresh rate, the monitors appear to be quite well-specced on paper despite being affordably priced.

AOC has officially launched a blazing-fast new gaming monitor. Spanning 27-inches with a 2.5K resolution, the new monitor also outputs at 540 Hz or 1,000 Hz as needed. While AOC tends to release its gaming monitors globally, it has only introduced the Agon Pro AGP277QK in China for now.

The Alienware AW3423DWF 34-inch OLED gaming monitor is currently available with a 28% discount on Amazon, dropping its price down to an all-time low yet again. With excellent color reproduction, inky blacks and near-instant response times, the AW3423DWF is a well-equipped product.

The Viewsonic VX27G26-2K-3 is a new gaming monitor that has been introduced in China. It's a 27-inch Fast IPS gaming monitor with a 360Hz refresh rate and QHD resolution. Launch and pricing details are yet to officially emerge.

Samsung Display has announced plans to release new high-end OLED monitors this year. Falling under new QD-OLED Penta Tandem branding, the new monitors will join recent 27-inch and 32-inch examples that already benefit from its five-stack and EL 3.0 technologies.

The Innocn 49Q1R OLED gaming monitor is often on sale but this time it has dropped to its lowest price ever. The monitor is already a budget friendly offering at its MSRP, but now, the value proposition is significantly higher.

The LG C5 4K OLED TV is now available on eBay at up to 65% lower than the list price. Available in 42, 48, 55, and 65-inch screen sizes, the LG C5 OLED on sale offers tremendous value for money, courtesy of its high-refresh-rate WOLED panel, excellent brightness, and incredible color performance.

The Asus XG34WCDMTG is now available to order, featuring a 34-inch WOLED panel and smart TV features. Also with a 240Hz refresh rate, GeForce Now, and 1,000 nits peak brightness, it offers high-end gaming and movie watching, plus plenty of space for multitasking.

BenQ has announced two new glossy monitors targeted at Mac users, including one potential Apple Studio Display alternative. With 5K and 4K options, they offer Mac-tuned colors, Thunderbolt 4, and deeper macOS integration.

The Gigabyte GO27Q24G is a new 1440p glossy WOLED monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate and USB-C. Promising sharper and clearer images than matte OLED panels, it's now available in China for under $400, with a global release expected later.

Xiaomi has now given the 2K Monitor A27Qi 2026 its first release. Preceding a full global launch, the new 2K Monitor A27Qi features several significant upgrades over its 2025 predecessor without costing much more in the process.

The 65-inch Hisense U8 Mini-LED TV has slid down to its lowest price ever on Amazon. Now less than $900, the 43% discount has made the Hisense U8 an excellent value, since the TV is highly rated. However, the discount is only available for a limited time.

Asus has started selling the ROG Strix OLED XG32UQDMS. Launching globally before the end of March, the new 32-inch gaming monitor features a 4K and 240 Hz OLED panel as well as a USB hub for connecting peripherals.

Asus is not due to release the ROG Strix OLED XG27UQDMS in most countries until the spring. However, the company is already offering its new 4K, 240 Hz and 27-inch gaming monitor in the UK. The ROG Strix OLED XG27UQDMS also provides up to 1,000 nits peak brightness when HDR is enabled (APL 3%).

Some buyers are now gravitating toward Mini-LED technology to avoid regrets. Still, a new 3000-hour burn-in test suggests that the OLED monitor issue may be overblown. Overwatch 2 caused the most defects due to high-contrast bars and indicators that remain in the same position.

LG's 27-inch Ultragear OLED 27GS93QE gaming monitor is currently 44% off on Amazon, bringing it down to a previous record-low price last seen on Black Friday. The LG UltraGear OLED 27 features a 1440p resolution, 240 Hz refresh rate, and VRR for both Nvidia and AMD GPUs.

Asus has given the ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM3 its first release. A 4K OLED gaming monitor with a semi-glossy film, the PG32UCDM3 also features DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20) and USB Type-C (90 W) ports and up to 1,000 nits peak brightness when HDR mode is enabled.

Apple’s Studio Display turns four years old in March. With Thunderbolt 3 and a 60Hz refresh rate, the monitor is no longer up to date. The successor could debut soon, but the latest rumors suggest it may not be as big an upgrade as previously hoped.

The Asus ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen2 is a new 4K dual-mode monitor with a 162 Hz native refresh rate and up to 485 Hz at 1080p. Also featuring a 0.03 ms response time, G-Sync VRR, USB-C, and 95% DCI-P3 color coverage, it aims to cater to both gamers and productivity pros on a single screen.

Featuring a large 18.5-inch BOE panel, the Vuelim is a true-wireless monitor designed to boost productivity through its versatility. It surpassed its Kickstarter funding goal within 24 hours of its launch.

The 27-inch Acer Nitro XV272U gaming monitor is now on sale on Amazon at its lowest price ever. The monitor rocks a 1440p IPS display with a super-fast 300 Hz refresh rate, 99% sRGB coverage, HDMI 2.1 input, and more.

The Asus ROG Strix 5K XG27JCG adapts to work and play thanks to its 5K display and 180Hz refresh rate (or 330Hz at QHD). Also featuring USB-C, 97% DCI-P3, and ELMB 2, the monitor is now available in North America starting at $849.

Xiaomi has released the 2K Gaming Monitor G27Qi 2026. Sporting three significant upgrades on its predecessor, the 2K Gaming Monitor G27Qi 2026 combines a 2.5K resolution with a 200 Hz refresh rate with a brighter panel and AMD FreeSync Premium support.

Xiaomi's new G27i gaming monitor has received an international release. Equipped with two major upgrades over its 2025 predecessor, the Xiaomi Gaming Monitor G27i 2026 still costs around ~$150 at current exchange rates, too.

Philips has launched the Evnia 27M2N5500XD in China, revealing more details about its super high refresh rate gaming monitor. With a 540Hz refresh rate at QHD and a 1,000Hz dual mode, it is faster than the new OLEDs coming out, though there are trade-offs.

Xiaomi has finally started selling its latest curved gaming monitor internationally. Set to receive a full global launch too, the Curved Gaming Monitor G34WQi 2026 combined a 180 Hz refresh rate with 400 nits peak brightness and four video inputs for ~$313 at current exchange rates.

Xiaomi has finally released its new Mini LED gaming monitor outside its home market. Available for less than $350 at current exchange rates, the Mini LED Gaming Monitor G Pro 27Qi 2026 is said to deliver up to 2,000 nits peak brightness and improved colour accuracy compared to its predecessor.