Monitor

The Acer Nitro XZ452CU V is now official with a 4-inch curved (1500R) VA panel with a resolution of 5,120 x 1,440. It has a refresh rate of 165 Hz, a peak brightness of 450 nits and covers 90% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut.

The Acer Predator X34 V has been announced with a 34-inch UWQHD (3,440 x 1,440) OLED screen, 1000 nits peak brightness, 165 Hz refresh rate and 99% of DCI-P3 colour gamut coverage. It costs €1,299 (US$1,424) and will be purchasable in November 2023.

The Nano IPS 34-inch 1440p curved gaming monitor LG 34GP950G-B is now 23% off on Amazon, so those interested can get it for US$996.99 instead of US$1,299.99. Its list of specs and features also includes a 1 ms response time, 144 Hz refresh rate, G-Sync Ultimate support, adjustable tilt/height, and more.

LG has announced that it has re-vamped its signature logo with a "a new visual identity" that "smiles back" at an increasingly digital audience. It involves an upgrade for the basic 'face' made of the electronics giant's name to a solid "Active Red" background and the ability to become a GIF at any opportunity. This, according to the OEM, will turn it into an engaging and lively mascot for its "human-centered" business.

This is excellent value for a 32-inch gaming monitor. It comes with a decent IPS panel capable of almost 100% sRGB reproduction and the contrast ratio is higher than average.

According to new reports, Apple will not release a new 27-inch Studio Display with mini-LED backlights or 120 Hz ProMotion support anytime soon. Purportedly, Apple has cancelled the current model, but an analyst has revealed mass production plans centred around a new prototype.

The 34-inch BenQ Mobiuz EX3415R curved gaming monitor has been available on Amazon since March 28, 2021. Now, its price is down from the list value of US$999.99 to US$749.99, thanks to a generous 25% discount. Its highlights include a 2.1 speaker system with a 5 W subwoofer, HDRi optimization, AMD FreeSync Premium support, and more.

Featuring a gaming dial and a small secondary display for easy control and monitorization of its current status, the MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus curved gaming monitor is now down by 22% on Amazon. Thanks to it, this 38-inch monitor that comes with a camera cradle and mouse bungee can be acquired for US$1,399.99.

AOC has showcased the AGON Pro AG276QZD in China ahead of its launch. While the company has not confirmed pricing details yet, it has outlined all key specifications. The AGON Pro AG276QZD will combine a 1,000-nit peak brightness with a 240 Hz refresh rate and a 1440p resolution across a 26.5-inch OLED panel.

Philips has started selling the 45B1U6900CH, a 44.5-inch VA monitor with a 1440p resolution and a 75 Hz refresh rate. The monitor also has various ports and a 5 MP webcam with Windows Hello certification.

The ultra-fast 240 Hz refresh rate helps to distinguish the Innocn 27G1S from other 27-inch QHD gaming monitors in the same US$300 to US$400 price range. Hopefully the 1 ms response time holds true for this VA panel.

RedMagic has unleashed a number of its PC gaming range alongside the latest colorway for its 8 Pro Android smartphone on markets such as the US and Canada for the first time. The accessories include the brand's Gaming Mouse and Keyboard as well as its 4K Monitor. Most of them are available to order from the OEM's website.

The MSI G253PF is the company's latest high-refresh rate gaming monitor. Equipped with a 24.5-inch Fast IPS panel, the MSI G253PF also offers 1 ms response times, a 1080p resolution and a peak 380 Hz refresh rate.

Available on Amazon since August 27, 2021, the 27-inch Dell S2722QC 4K UHD monitor comes with dual 3 W speakers, USB-C connectivity with 65 W PD, as well as AMD FreeSync support. With a list price of US$369.99, the S2722QC is now down by 19% on Amazon, so those interested can buy it for US$299.99.

Available on Amazon since November 2022, the Samsung Odyssey G65B is a 32-inch QHD curved gaming monitor with a 1 ms response time and 240 Hz refresh rate that delivers a DisplayHDR 600 visual experience. With a list price of US$799.99, it is now below the US$600 threshold, thanks to a 25% discount.

Philips is now selling the 45B1U6900C, one of two 45-inch monitors it introduced last month. The Philips 45B1U6900C features a 45-inch and 1440p panel with a 75 Hz refresh rate and VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification. The monitor offers various ports too, including twin USB Type-C connections with DisplayPort Alt Mode and 100 W Power Delivery support.

ViewSonic has launched a new line of tablets pitched at creators who want a device just for writing or drawing on the go (or "pen tablets"), one of which is now touted as the most portable 12-inch iteration of this category on the market. The ID1230 is joined by 7-inch (PF720) and 10-inch (PF1020) counterparts, each of which feature advanced pressure sensitivity, multiple hotkeys and USB type-C support.

Corsair has partnered with LG Display to deliver the XENEON 27QHD240, an MLA OLED panel with a QHD resolution and 1,000 nits peak brightness. The XENEON 27QHD240 also offers a 240 Hz refresh rate, among other features.

With a list price of US$1,199.99, the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey CRG9, model LC49RG90SSNXZA, is now down to US$799.96 on Amazon thanks to a 33% discount. With a brightness of 1,000 nits and a 95% DCI-P3 color gamut, this curved gaming monitor delivers an amazing 5,120 X 1,440-pixel visual experience.

The AOC AGON AG325QZN/EU is a high refresh rate gaming monitor with a 31.5-inch and 1440p VA panel. The AGON AG325QZN/EU is also VESA DisplayHDR 400 certified, has four video outputs and a USB hub, among other features.

Lenovo has unveiled two new monitors, the Legion Y34wz-30 and Legion R45w-30. Both have an integrated USB hub, KVM switches and current-gen I/O such as HDMI 2.1 and DP 1.4. The former costs €1,399 and the latter €999. Both monitors will be purchasable in October.

Introduced last year, the Dell P2222H is a 60 Hz monitor focused on productivity. It features a stand with height, tilt, swivel, pivot adjustments, multiple inputs (HDMI, DP, VGA), as well as a USB hub with one upstream and four downstream 5 Gbps ports. Thanks to a 49% price cut, it can be acquired from Amazon for just US$168.99.

UGREEN has announced that its latest USB type-C dock accessory has upgraded to integrate a 1Gb/s RJ-45 port, as well as a new DisplayLink chipset for its dual-monitor support. It allows the user to either extend the display contents across 2 4K/60Hz external displays, or switch one to a mirror mode instead. The new 9-in-1 I/O solution for ultrabooks such as the MacBook Pro is now available via sellers such as Amazon.

LG has started selling the UltraGear 49GR85DC-B, its latest curved gaming monitor. Based around a 49-inch panel, the UltraGear 49GR85DC-B combines a 1440p resolution with a 240 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response times and VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification, among other features.

Available since late April 2018, the 32-inch Samsung UJ59 4K UHD monitor with the model number LU32J590UQNXZA is now discounted by 21%. From a list price of US$339.99, this LED monitor with a 60 Hz refresh rate is down to US$269.99, a price available for the time being from both Amazon and Samsung US.

Available on Amazon since September 2021, the Asus TUF Gaming VG28UQL1A gaming monitor has a 28-inch display size with 3,840 X 2,160 pixels, 144 Hz refresh, 1 ms GtG response time, as well as G-Sync, FreeSync Premium, and Variable Overdrive support. The ongoing 20% discount has pushed the US$749 list price to US$599.

Also available in a 55-inch variant, the 65-inch Samsung S95B smart TV with Alexa built-in features an AI-powered processor with high-quality 4K upscaling, Dolby Atmos, 120 Hz refresh, as well as support for Bixby and Google Assistant. The ongoing 40% discount pushes the US$2,997.99 Amazon list price to US$1,797.99.

Philips has introduced the Philips 16B1P3302D, a 15.6-inch portable monitor designed to be used with a host of external devices. The Philips 16B1P3302D features two USB Type-C ports that support DisplayPort Alt Mode and USB Power Delivery, among other features.

Previously priced at US$597.48 on Amazon and US$599.99 on LG's US online store, the 34-inch curved ultrawide 34WP75C-B.AUS monitor is now available on Amazon for just US$396.99. Its highlights include AMD FreeSync Premium support, HDR10, sRGB 99% color gamut, two 7 W speakers, 65 W Power Delivery, and more.

(March 20, 2023 update: Sale live again for US$550) The FQQ S17 sounds pretty cool on paper, but overall brightness and build quality leave a lot to be desired relative to its high US$600 asking price.

The 55-inch Samsung Odyssey Ark gaming monitor has received a US$1,000 discount on Amazon and Best Buy, bringing its price down to US$1,999.99 on both platforms. Key specs include a 4K mini-LED panel, 165 Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness.

Available for purchase since June 2022, the Acer Nitro ED240Q Sbiip curved gaming monitor is a budget solution that provides AMD FreeSync Premium support, 165 Hz refresh, and a minimum response rate of 1 ms. The US$179.99 list price of this 23.6-inch monitor is now down by 33%, so it can be acquired via Amazon for US$119.99.

ASUS is on the verge of launching the ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM, its 27-inch, 2.5K and 240 Hz OLED gaming monitor. The company has finally revealed pricing information for the UK and the US. The gaming monitor is available to pre-order in the UK too, ahead of a global release.

Although the 100 Hz refresh rate and minimum response time of 4 ms GtG do not make it suitable for the needs of pretentious gamers, the Dell S3422DW is a good choice for many scenarios, including multimedia consumption and office tasks. With a list price of US$479.99, it is now down to US$349.99 on both Amazon and Dell US.

LG has unveiled the UltraGear 49GR85DC-B, a 49-inch curved gaming monitor with a 1440p and 240 Hz VA panel. The UltraGear 49GR85DC-B is also VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certified and offers a 2,500:1 contrast ratio, among other features.

BenQ has released the MOBIUZ EX480UZ in Europe, where it is available for €1,799. The BenQ MOBIUZ EX480UZ has a 48-inch OLED panel that operates at 4K, 120 Hz and 450 nits. The MOBIUZ EX480UZ has HDMI 2.1 and USB Type-C ports too, among other features.

Available since last March, the Dell UltraSharp U3223QE is a 31.5-inch IPS monitor with a generous resolution of 3840 X 2160 pixels, 100% Rec 709 and sRGB color gamut, as well as a rich set of connectivity options. The ongoing 27% Amazon discount takes this US$1,149.99 piece of hardware down to US$835.79.

Available for purchase since late September 2020, the Acer KB272HL Hbi is a 27-inch FHD monitor with a VA panel, AMD FreeSync support, 75 Hz refresh, and 1 ms response time. With a list price of US$159.99, it is now available with a 25% discount on Amazon, so those interested can get it for US$119.99.

Although it's marketed as being portable, the Lepow Z1 can still make for a good monitor on almost any desk setup because of its flexibility and small footprint.

The 49-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NA curved gaming monitor has been around since late July 2021 and features a 240 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response time, and compatibility with both G-Sync and FreeSync Premium Pro. Now, its US$2,299.99 list price is down to US$1,449.99 thanks to a massive 37% discount.

The AGON Pro AG254FG is available at nearly a US$200 discount on Amazon US. AOC equips the gaming monitor with a 1080p and 360 Hz flat IPS panel that also delivers 1 ms response times and supports NVIDIA G-SYNC.

Using a 34-inch VA panel with 3,440 X 1,440 pixels, the Samsung SJ55W monitor also features AMD FreeSync support, a 75 Hz refresh rate, 4 ms response time (GtG), as well as multitasking split screen functions such as PBP and PIP. The ongoing 20% Amazon discount pushes the US$329.99 list price down to US$264.06.

The SideTrak STMNHD23L is extraordinarily light and with a small footprint to be perfect for tight workspaces. Features are limited, however, with no tilting or USB-C options.

JMGO has finally started offering its N1 Ultra projector globally. The JMGO N1 Ultra outputs at 4K and creates up to 150-inch projections. The projector also has an adjustable stand, peaks at 4,000 ANSI lumens and is available from US$1,099.

Also available from Dell for US$499.99, the 34-inch Dell S3422DWG curved gaming monitor has the same list price on Amazon, but the ongoing 26% discount pushes it to a more convenient US$367.99. This monitor has a 1800R curve, a refresh rate of 144 Hz, and a resolution of 3,440 X 1,440 pixels.

The spacious OLED Innocn monitor should appeal to professional artists who want the display quality of an Apple Studio Display without needing to pay the "Apple tax".

The Alienware 500Hz gaming monitor is now enjoying its final appearance as a showcase model prior to becoming available on the North American market. The AW2524H is backed to push IPS display technology to its limit by pairing its refresh with NVIDIA's new Reflex Latency Analyzer as well as G-SYNC to eliminate ghosting and tearing.

LG has reduced another high-end gaming monitor under its UltraGear series. The UltraGear 27GP95R-B has a Nano-IPS panel with a default 144 Hz refresh rate. However, LG allows the UltraGear 27GP95R-B to be overclocked to 160 Hz, which combines with a native 4K resolution, 1 ms response times and VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification.

Best Buy is currently selling LG's 48-inch A2 OLED TV for a penny shy of US$600, which is about 54% off its MSRP of $1299.99. The larger 77-inch A2 OLED TV is also on sale for $1000 off.

OLED doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg these days. Users can supplement their current desktop, laptop, Mac, or gaming console with this plug-and-play portable monitor. It also happens to be one of the most affordable OLED options out there.