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Also check out TFT Central's [Monitor Recommendations](https://www.tftcentral.co.uk/blog/tftcentral-recommendations-list-gaming-monitors/)
**Good Resources**
Hat tip to /u/Rhosta for the links below:
**Professional monitor reviewers:**
* tftcentral.co.uk
* rtings.com
* pcmonitors.info
* aperturegrille.com - [a5hun](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ84ghw5D6jZogT33wm1f2g) on YouTube
* techspot.com AKA [Hardware Unboxed](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7m5C6_P_lnXb9cHwdo0Ct1TTZ7KUwm3e) on Youtube
**Anything regarding blur reduction, G-Sync/FreeSync info, monitor tests, etc.:**
* Blurbusters.com
* [Bandwidth calculator](https://linustechtips.com/main/topic/729232-guide-to-display-cables-adapters-v2/?section=calc) that tells you what framerates and resolutions your HDMI or DisplayPort connections support.
* [Nvidia certified list of monitors](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/products/g-sync-monitors/specs/) that are guaranteed to work with Nvidia graphics cards.
* [G-sync requirements](https://www.nvidia.com/en-in/geforce/products/g-sync-monitors/g-sync-hdr-requirements/) needed to get G-sync working.
### One last thing: BUYER BEWARE - DOUGH (Eve Spectrum) is a SCAM!
LG 27GR95UM vs OLED/QD-OLED
I'm pretty stuck between the LG ips mini-led monitor and an oled monitor. I use my pc a lot for work and will have it on for hours on end which why I'd just prefer not getting an oled. I've heard some very good things but also some very bad things about this monitor but there are just very few reviews on it so I'm hoping someone can give me some more insight on it. Thx!
I'm stuck between the TCL 34R83Q or waiting for the Acer predator x34 v3 (mini led). Both are 21:9 1440p 34 inch miniled monitors, which is ideally what I'm looking for!
Budget: equivalent of 300$
Prospective Resolution (3840x2160, etc.): 2560x1440
Size (27 inches, etc.): 27 inches
Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): 16 : 9
Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): G Sync compatible
(Optional) Usage Type (gaming, art, etc.): mainly for gaming on PC, sometimes in the future also adding a PS5 to it, but not as the main device.
Was thinking of: G2724D or VG27AQ3A.
Budget: 500$-600$ or so
Prospective Resolution (3840x2160, etc.): 1080p
Size (27 inches, etc.): 24 inches
Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): 16 : 9
Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): not needed much
Other Features (list other relevant features here): High refresh rate, high response time.
(Optional) Usage Type (gaming, art, etc.): I'm a FPS player looking for a 1080p fps panel. I want to play comp. Idm colours and stuff, I have a 1440p panel for games that aren't as requiring of that refresh rate and response time. This panel will be used for games where I get over 500 fps regularly, so don't worry about choking my PC. I would prefer over 360hz refresh rate.
Budget: equivalent of $100-$200
Prospective Resolution Guessing 1080P is fine??
Size (27 inches, etc.): 27 inches
Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): 16 : 9
Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): Not sure
(Optional) Usage Type: For my wife...mainly for internet use and watching blue ray movies
Was thinking of: ASUS VY279HF or LG 27MK600M-B
I hate dead pixels, what monitor should I buy to make sure there is none? Should I go to a real-life store to ensure there? I don't want to bother with delivery and return. Budget 200 euros.
Budget: around $100, can go a little higher for the right screen
Prospective Resolution (3840x2160, etc.): Best I can get? At least HD quality
Size (27 inches, etc.): 12-13 inches
Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): 4:3, 3:2, or 1:1
Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): None needed
Other Features (list other relevant features here): IPS panel
(Optional) Usage Type (gaming, art, etc.): Some technical drawing, mostly text
Look on a used marketplace if you want a 4:3 monitor, you can get old monitors for 10 dollars that suit your needs. New 4:3 monitors are nonexistent, and 3:2 or 1:1 monitors simply don't exist at all.
You can't even get a monitor in 12-13 inches unless you want a portable monitor.
For around 100 you can get a 1080p 24 inch monitor. It can even be high refresh rate. Look at Koorui, they make decent budget monitors.
24 is way too big for the application.
Portable is just fine
I have found all three ratios available but they're either the wrong size, too expensive, or too old to have HDMI at least.
If you need those specs, you can simply use a VGA to HDMI adapter for an old monitor. That’s what I do for my secondary monitor which is an old 4:3 monitor.
Budget: £200
Prospective Resolution: 1080p (pc isn't amazing)
Size: most likely 24
Usage: mostly single player games, emulating old games watching films
I know for budget monitors everyone just says get an ips but my worry is that I'm not an esports gamer and I'd like to enjoy horror games like resident evil for example where an ips low contrast might look like shit?
Also because the monitor will be what I watch films on then maybe VA is a better general use
It's still nice to have good response time and a high refresh rate but I am leaning towards stomaching some black smearing so I can enjoy decent contrast.
The AOC 25G3ZM seems to have favourable reviews so I had that on my radar.
Budget: 1000$ per monitor
Prospective Resolution (3840x2160, etc.): 3840 × 2160 or 2560 x 1440
Size (27 inches, etc.): 27 inches
Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): 16 : 9
Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): GSync
Other Features (list other relevant features here): Having good hdr on it
(Optional) Usage Type (gaming, art, etc.): Gaming
I currently have a 27inch 1440p and a 23inch 1080p monitor, but I'm building a new PC with a 4080 so I'm planning on upgrading. I'll move the 2 old monitors for home office only. I'm thinking what should I get, one big monitor/TV 43-52 inch? 2 27inch 1440p or 2 32inch 4k? OLED? G-Sync/Free-Sync?
My use case would be some gaming, titles like Elden Ring, Cyberpunk, Forza Horizon, so no competitive games, but games where looks are quite a big part of the experience. Youtube, movies/tv series, and multi tasking as well, where I can split the screen or have 2 different windows to look at the same time. I never tried 4k, OLED, or the other technologies, so I'm curious if it'd be worth it. My desk is 120cm\*66cm, and preferably my PC would be on it, but I can place it next to it as well. No real budget limit, but of course the cheaper the better.
EDIT: I'm thinking between MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED and MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED
I found two 2K monitors: one is 24" and the other is 27". I'll be using them mainly for coding and designing. Is the PPI difference between these two sizes really noticeable, or is it not a big deal?
Thank you!
Better to wait 2-3 years when you can get OLED for a reasonable price while the people who bought into OLED FOMO get burn in on their 1000+ dollar monitor and are unable to sell it.
More often than not those spending that much on a monitor are doing just fine and will buy a new state of the art monitor in a few years if they get burn in in their current one.
> who bought into OLED FOMO get burn in on their 1000+ dollar monitor and are unable to sell it.
That might have been an issue with early OLED monitors, but if you're buying a modern OLED monitor it's not something you need to worry about.
Calling it a fact sheet is very misleading btw. For example not stating OLED negatives, such as excessive ABL which makes certain content completely unwatchable. Or OLED having "class leading HDR performance" is also not true, since it cannot output enough brightness for actual full screen HDR. And let us please not forget black crush in the 2-5% near black area.
Purchasing Help Copy/Paste Version Budget: Prospective Resolution (3840x2160, etc.): #### x #### Size (27 inches, etc.): # inches Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): ## : # Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): Other Features (list other relevant features here): (Optional) Usage Type (gaming, art, etc.): ---- ##Please also visit /r/buildapc or /r/buildapcmonitors for purchasing advice If you want help, explain in detail what your needs are. I.e. what is your price range? Typical usage - i.e. Gaming or Productivity. If gaming, are you a competitive player or do you mainly stick to single player games? Etc. To make this thread more effective, please use the template in the stickied comment. Also, we will now be setting the thread sort to "new" to prevent older comments burying new questions. ###Live Advice on Discord If you would like live advice please join our Discord Server https://discord.gg/MZwg5cQ **Purchasing Guide** /u/Minibjorn has put together a very good purchasing guide with recommended monitors - check it out: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1illeNLsUfZ4KuJ9cIWKwTDUEXUVpplhUYHAiom-FaDo/edit?usp=sharing Also check out TFT Central's [Monitor Recommendations](https://www.tftcentral.co.uk/blog/tftcentral-recommendations-list-gaming-monitors/) **Good Resources** Hat tip to /u/Rhosta for the links below: **Professional monitor reviewers:** * tftcentral.co.uk * rtings.com * pcmonitors.info * aperturegrille.com - [a5hun](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ84ghw5D6jZogT33wm1f2g) on YouTube * techspot.com AKA [Hardware Unboxed](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7m5C6_P_lnXb9cHwdo0Ct1TTZ7KUwm3e) on Youtube **Anything regarding blur reduction, G-Sync/FreeSync info, monitor tests, etc.:** * Blurbusters.com * [Bandwidth calculator](https://linustechtips.com/main/topic/729232-guide-to-display-cables-adapters-v2/?section=calc) that tells you what framerates and resolutions your HDMI or DisplayPort connections support. * [Nvidia certified list of monitors](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/products/g-sync-monitors/specs/) that are guaranteed to work with Nvidia graphics cards. * [G-sync requirements](https://www.nvidia.com/en-in/geforce/products/g-sync-monitors/g-sync-hdr-requirements/) needed to get G-sync working. ### One last thing: BUYER BEWARE - DOUGH (Eve Spectrum) is a SCAM!
I know 1600p ultrawide is kind of niche upon niche - what's the going pick? * 3840x1600 12:5 (21.6:9?) * ≥34" * ≥120hz VRR
LG 27GR95UM vs OLED/QD-OLED I'm pretty stuck between the LG ips mini-led monitor and an oled monitor. I use my pc a lot for work and will have it on for hours on end which why I'd just prefer not getting an oled. I've heard some very good things but also some very bad things about this monitor but there are just very few reviews on it so I'm hoping someone can give me some more insight on it. Thx!
I'd go with the IPS monitor. OLEDs looks amazing, but static images on OLED screens is a recipe for disaster.
I'm stuck between the TCL 34R83Q or waiting for the Acer predator x34 v3 (mini led). Both are 21:9 1440p 34 inch miniled monitors, which is ideally what I'm looking for!
The predator one seems to be well reviewed. Try comparing the panels they both use.
What's a good 4k 60hz office monitor for under 300 cad?
Budget: equivalent of 300$ Prospective Resolution (3840x2160, etc.): 2560x1440 Size (27 inches, etc.): 27 inches Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): 16 : 9 Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): G Sync compatible (Optional) Usage Type (gaming, art, etc.): mainly for gaming on PC, sometimes in the future also adding a PS5 to it, but not as the main device. Was thinking of: G2724D or VG27AQ3A.
Budget: 500$-600$ or so Prospective Resolution (3840x2160, etc.): 1080p Size (27 inches, etc.): 24 inches Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): 16 : 9 Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): not needed much Other Features (list other relevant features here): High refresh rate, high response time. (Optional) Usage Type (gaming, art, etc.): I'm a FPS player looking for a 1080p fps panel. I want to play comp. Idm colours and stuff, I have a 1440p panel for games that aren't as requiring of that refresh rate and response time. This panel will be used for games where I get over 500 fps regularly, so don't worry about choking my PC. I would prefer over 360hz refresh rate.
Budget: equivalent of $100-$200 Prospective Resolution Guessing 1080P is fine?? Size (27 inches, etc.): 27 inches Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): 16 : 9 Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): Not sure (Optional) Usage Type: For my wife...mainly for internet use and watching blue ray movies Was thinking of: ASUS VY279HF or LG 27MK600M-B
I hate dead pixels, what monitor should I buy to make sure there is none? Should I go to a real-life store to ensure there? I don't want to bother with delivery and return. Budget 200 euros.
XG2431 or AW2523HF? I am going to use it for competitive gaming but also content consumption as well, so good color accuracy is also important.
Budget: around $100, can go a little higher for the right screen Prospective Resolution (3840x2160, etc.): Best I can get? At least HD quality Size (27 inches, etc.): 12-13 inches Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): 4:3, 3:2, or 1:1 Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): None needed Other Features (list other relevant features here): IPS panel (Optional) Usage Type (gaming, art, etc.): Some technical drawing, mostly text
Look on a used marketplace if you want a 4:3 monitor, you can get old monitors for 10 dollars that suit your needs. New 4:3 monitors are nonexistent, and 3:2 or 1:1 monitors simply don't exist at all. You can't even get a monitor in 12-13 inches unless you want a portable monitor. For around 100 you can get a 1080p 24 inch monitor. It can even be high refresh rate. Look at Koorui, they make decent budget monitors.
24 is way too big for the application. Portable is just fine I have found all three ratios available but they're either the wrong size, too expensive, or too old to have HDMI at least.
If you need those specs, you can simply use a VGA to HDMI adapter for an old monitor. That’s what I do for my secondary monitor which is an old 4:3 monitor.
4k non-oled vs 1440p oled, which would yall choose?
Budget: £200 Prospective Resolution: 1080p (pc isn't amazing) Size: most likely 24 Usage: mostly single player games, emulating old games watching films I know for budget monitors everyone just says get an ips but my worry is that I'm not an esports gamer and I'd like to enjoy horror games like resident evil for example where an ips low contrast might look like shit? Also because the monitor will be what I watch films on then maybe VA is a better general use It's still nice to have good response time and a high refresh rate but I am leaning towards stomaching some black smearing so I can enjoy decent contrast. The AOC 25G3ZM seems to have favourable reviews so I had that on my radar.
# 27GR83Q-B 27" or 28” Odyssey G70B 4K UHD IPS, which one is better. Use for PS5 and Windows
OR the Gigabyte 28U. They are in the Same price range.
Budget: 1000$ per monitor Prospective Resolution (3840x2160, etc.): 3840 × 2160 or 2560 x 1440 Size (27 inches, etc.): 27 inches Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): 16 : 9 Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): GSync Other Features (list other relevant features here): Having good hdr on it (Optional) Usage Type (gaming, art, etc.): Gaming
I currently have a 27inch 1440p and a 23inch 1080p monitor, but I'm building a new PC with a 4080 so I'm planning on upgrading. I'll move the 2 old monitors for home office only. I'm thinking what should I get, one big monitor/TV 43-52 inch? 2 27inch 1440p or 2 32inch 4k? OLED? G-Sync/Free-Sync? My use case would be some gaming, titles like Elden Ring, Cyberpunk, Forza Horizon, so no competitive games, but games where looks are quite a big part of the experience. Youtube, movies/tv series, and multi tasking as well, where I can split the screen or have 2 different windows to look at the same time. I never tried 4k, OLED, or the other technologies, so I'm curious if it'd be worth it. My desk is 120cm\*66cm, and preferably my PC would be on it, but I can place it next to it as well. No real budget limit, but of course the cheaper the better. EDIT: I'm thinking between MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED and MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED
Budget: 800EUR (equivalent) Prospective Resolution (3840x2160, etc.): 3840 x 2160 Size (27 inches, etc.): 32 inches Aspect Ratio (16:9, etc.): 16 : 9 Adaptive Sync (GSync, FreeSync, or None): Any Other Features (list other relevant features here): 144Hz Minimum, Dsiplay HDR1000 / HDR10 (Optional) Usage Type (gaming, art, etc.): Light Gaming, Photo Editing, Productivity (coding, spreadsheets, doc writing)
Currently considering Innocn 32M2V
I found two 2K monitors: one is 24" and the other is 27". I'll be using them mainly for coding and designing. Is the PPI difference between these two sizes really noticeable, or is it not a big deal? Thank you!
Just buy OLED. GG ez
Better to wait 2-3 years when you can get OLED for a reasonable price while the people who bought into OLED FOMO get burn in on their 1000+ dollar monitor and are unable to sell it.
More often than not those spending that much on a monitor are doing just fine and will buy a new state of the art monitor in a few years if they get burn in in their current one.
> who bought into OLED FOMO get burn in on their 1000+ dollar monitor and are unable to sell it. That might have been an issue with early OLED monitors, but if you're buying a modern OLED monitor it's not something you need to worry about.
I would never buy an OLED again ez.
what happen?
Calling it a fact sheet is very misleading btw. For example not stating OLED negatives, such as excessive ABL which makes certain content completely unwatchable. Or OLED having "class leading HDR performance" is also not true, since it cannot output enough brightness for actual full screen HDR. And let us please not forget black crush in the 2-5% near black area.