Happy to see the M27Q-P on the list. I got my M27Q (Non-P) on Feburary 2021 after seeing your review back in December 2020 and it has been working perfectly for me since then! Thanks a lot, Tim.
I bought M27QP as well based on hardware unboxed recommendation, however I cant recommend this monitor to anyone because of poor picture quality. My old NEC 20WGX IPS monitor from 2006 destroys this modern 2022 M27QP when it comes to blacks levels and picture quality in general.
@@PabloB888 That is fine! I hope you're having a great time with your monitor, perhaps I liked this monitor a lot cuz I didn't have anything better before it (Imagine, I had a 1336x768 60Hz 18" VA monitor for 8 years, and then suddenly jumped to 2560x1440 170 Hz 27" IPS ) Hopefully you got a refund, it is not a cheap monitor x.x
@@jake9854 Bruh. Would always pick my UHD 144hz over QHD 240hz monitors. 144hz is very well enough you dont need to play in 500hz not many are esports players.
@@froznfire9531 the fact that u said this line, its obviously u never own a 240hz monitor before. it's still night n day compared to the subpar 144/165 dead refresh rate
Just picked up my neo G7 today and it has blown me away, absolutely gorgeous. Despite having never used a curved monitor before and hearing so many people online complaining that it should be flat, I actually love it. If you're weary about trying the neo G7 because of the curve, I'd really recommend you give it a shot. You can always just return it if you do hate it.
Yeah me too, i have decided to go for flat monitors because while doing documentation work like ms excel or other office work purpose, it might be a problem.
I'd like something similar but smaller they are just too big even 27 is big enough.. I'm on a basic 4k 60hz 27 but since upgrading its not good enough! I like 4k
I've said this before, but can we all just take a moment and appreciate how clearly Tim enunciates each labyrinthine model number? The information is highly appreciated, but not constantly stumbling over the string of letters and numbers is impressive.
LG is releasing a 1440p 240Hz OLED, I hope you review it very soon. It's an actual monitor not a tv, and I hope LG suited it with proper burn in limitation tech and warranty to allow some desktop usage
Most importantly hopefully it has AT LEAST a semi-gloss display, ideally full gloss, otherwise youre not enjoying the black levels your money is paying for
Yeah, they come in different 'intensities' though. Hopefully it's like the lg gp950 screen or something similar. $1000 is at least $150 too much for qhd
@@thepadster123 It's not just about QHD, the fact that it is a 27 inch OLED with full HDR hardware and 240hz is what's driving the price. Monitor's like that just don't exist right now.
Same 😁 But much better is upcoming oleds of like 240hz, hope they will go to 300€ some day or less, but the problem is always longevity since I'm actually still using my 2011 samsung 1080P 22 inch LCD monitor and it's working exactly like day 1 with 0 problems and same exact brightness\color...
@@mrwalker6026 The thing is the higher the frequency and the higher the resolution of the monitor\tv the more we can play around with settings. Like FSR sucks on my 1080P it's unusable for me while it's amazing for my 4K TV. Then you have all the choices in whatever game to go with any settings you want for visuals or performance while at least not being capped by the monitor too much no matter the hardware. Having much higher hz and resolution is always better future wise beside all the new options available to chose.
@@guily6669 I have Aw3423dw paired with rtx 3080 and i9 12900kf.. Barely get 130fps at native 3440x1440p low settings playing MW2 You need Dlss or FSR to get even close to 200fps average
I really wanna see mini LED ultrawides hit the scene. My monitors are on almost all day everyday and I can't really justify the risk/reward factor of OLED monitors right now. Mini LED honestly is the best compromise right now
I chose the aw3423dw over the c2. Now I'm actually tempted to get the c2 42inch as well. I did notice the text and color fringing, it felt extreme for the first day but it did seem to fade away as time went on of using it. I say fade away as I noticed it less and less. Dark mode in windows really helps hide it too.
Really informative, shame the pricing in the UK is terrible. The gigabyte M27Q-P is £450 and the MAG274QRF-QD is £499 (about US $600). Hp x27q and LG GP850 seems to be the only comparable products at around £270 (at sale prices).
I'm going with an Odyssey Neo G8 for immersive and responsive 4K PC gaming + a C2 for HDR and console gaming. I wish we had a 32-36" C2 class panel at 240Hz, which would be the best of both worlds. I'm looking forward to your review of the LG UltraGear 1440p 240Hz OLED, which I think is the first step towards making that a reality.
Great review. After trying and returning the following screens just settled with the NEO G7. 1. M32UC. - Suffers from severe light blooming on the curves. Returned 2. LG 27GP950-B. Great screen just find it too small for 4K. otherwise this is one of the best overall for 27". I recommend this for 27". Returned. 3. LG 32GQ950-B. Very heavy screen and big disappointment because of the very severe light bleed on the left bottom corner (everything looked reddish). Also 4 stuck very shiny pixel and coil whine from the built in fan. Really this LG worth maximum £700 not £1050. Returned. Highly not recommended because of the VERY POOR QC for this price range. 4. Gigabyte M32U. I had not much expectation from this but yeah it did have 3 very shiny stuck pixel. Most of the peoples complain QC issues when it come to this screen. Returned. 5. Asus ROG Swift PG32UQ. Well this one had 12 shiny stuck pixel. Wasn't even bothering to testing it further. Returned 6. Dell G3223Q the budget 32" 4K monitor. 11 stuck subpixel but not visible at all. almost kept this but returned it because of the next screen. 7. BenQ MOBIUZ EX3210U. I loved the extra features like the remote and the 2.1 speaker. Vibrant colours. However the rear sub speaker started to buzz the plastic back after 1 week. No stuck pixel or light bleed. Only cons about this is low peak SDR brightness and mediocre response time. Really great screen but order the Samsung because was on a very great deal. 8. Winner! The Samsung Odyssey Neo G7.. Black levels and HDR on this screen it's amazing and want you play more and more games on it. No stuck or dead pixels on mine. Way much more responsive then any of the IPS screen above. I haven't even experienced any black smear. This screen doesn't have fan. There is quite few issues however: Neo G7 still suffer from "interlace pattern artifacts" on higher refresh rates. This is a common issue on this model. This can be reduced by reducing the refresh rate or the gamma. Other option is turn on the Windows HDR on 120hz. Also the screen deep sleep mode can not be turned off. So after long period of time have to be turned on by hand - DP or HDMI will not wake up the screen. Eye care set on went nuts. Turned the colour temperature cold to warm and warm to cold randomly . Turning off the eyecare will solve this issue. Later I haven't experienced this issue when I turned it back on. Back light strobing totally useless. So I kept this because for £850 this screen is unbeatable in many perspectives.
Bro I’m trying to buy a monitor for my series x, rn I was thinking the sell g3223q looked best on paper for my budget of around £600, however I don’t see anyone review it at all, do you know why, my second option was the gp950, should I go for the gp950 or risk it and go for the dell g3223q
I have the M27Q and by far my favorite screen ever. Been considering getting the M32Q for a while now. Glad to see both are still rated for great value. : )
Went with the 42" C2, and thank you HWU for helping me make the choice. Best monitor/display I have ever used, and probably the only time I been truly happy with a monitor. I have a deep desk and liked it more than the AW QDOLED. However, both are amazing and you won't regret either. Try both or just pick one, you win either way. As for the personal/subjective reasons for my choice: Unlike the AW, any subpixel issues on the C2 were quite literally invisible since I'm sitting far away (you SHOULD be 38"-41" away going by PPD/PPI/Size charts) which you can't quite do with the AW since it has less than half of the screen real estate. I do full time work with it 0 issues due to that. 4K content looks better on it, obviously, and I watch a lot of 4K media. The coating looked better in my Office. It's also $900 (before cash backs), leaving me more than enough cash to get a store burn in warranty and then some. Zero worry. The only advantage AW had for me (IMO) is better brightness, but the C2 at 100% with ABSL off wasn't much different.
what kind of office work do u do? I was thinking the lg but 42 is just too big for me. the AW seems perfect for my 4080 but was curious if u r worried about burn in with your work?
The dimming on the C2 and lower brightness compared to the AW3423DW made the latter a better choice for me... Also 3440x1440p is easier to drive than 4k if you want to match the refresh rate
@@mrwalker6026 Yeah no doubt if someone needs more brightness over all else the AW should be the buy. But for me, personally, like the brightness level of a maxed out C2 (with service menu tweaks). Anything more and I get eye strain/sleepyness. Subjective but indeed important depending on the individual.
@@nicksalgado22 Primarily MS Access, excel, sharepoint, and dynamics. It's highly subjective, I love the crazy screen real estate and text compared to AW. Burn is likely going to happen but I have the bestbuy burn in plan. I wouldn't use it for work without a strong warranty.
@@organicmechanic2477 it's only the smaller C2's as in 42" and 48" that for some reason pale in comparison in regards to their larger 55"+ siblings.... Maybe because LG are cutting them from older non evo panel's
ended up buying the M34WQ and paired with a 4080, it's amazing! most games easily max out the 144hz refresh rate, though a 4080 might be a bit too much, however my last card was starting to struggle powering a UW vs the previous 16:9 1440P display. Spreadsheet work for WFH is also amazing and has increased my productivity overall!
The M32Q blows my mind away, upgrading from a 1080p, 27in, TN display. I still cannot get over the clarity and vibrant colors. Waiting for a $299 sale was also icing on the cake.
I've bought the LG 34GP950-B for 700€ a few months ago and so far I'm pretty happy with it. It usually costs more than that but it's definetly worth considering if you want a nice high-end 34" monitor :D
I got the m27q back when it first launched after your video review on it. I’ve also bought the lg c2 last week after watching all the monitor unboxed videos on hdr. The c2 plays like a dream, I got Dolby atmos theater setup with it plus DTS:x licensing along with its Dolby vision support for the full cinema experience. Those are huge selling points that should also be mentioned imo. Best purchase i have made, gaming just looks sounds and feels so immersive now, its the same joy I got from when I went from a PlayStation 1 + crt to a PlayStation 3 + lcd.
42inch def makes it great ppi, it’s not too big and I sit 30inches away . The hdr just makes games stunning and videos/movies that support hdr. just being a quality oled makes everything great, it’s bright but I’m glad it’s not eye straining bright.
I appreciate the fact that your channel is Aussie based and would recommend stating prices in both USD and AUD, would definitely bring value and alot more viewer from aus.
I recommend the XG27AQ if the Swift is too much. It’s like a little brother and it’s one of the best monitors I’ve owned. I’m also rocking the M27Q-P for work setup and the KVM is the best feature ever. I’ve always been tempted on the QD MSI but hear way too many common QC complaints like dead pixels to buy one. I’ve had previous experiences with their Optix line had 3 monitor all get dead pixels within a year. Thank god for micro center warranty!
I'm still waiting for 38" alternatives. By far the best size, resolution and aspect ratio together for my needs (21:9, 3840x1600), just need an OLED or true HDR upgrade on those products.
My Neo G8 running 1006 firmware is a rock star. Unbelievably crisp, bright and the blacks are insane. No scan lines as some have encountered, no dead pixels. Picked it up new for 1k .
Great update but I'm awaiting the 'EU' focused one as the prices over here are still ridiculous in comparison. There's alot less movement in pricing EU side it seems or I might be looking in the wrong places :)
A few months ago I managed to get a LG 27PG850 for 300 €. LG seems to be priced pretty decently in europe. The monitors he suggests are overprice over here.
Unfortunately at least in North America, none of the m-series gigabyte models recommended are available. A couple of them are but at exorbitant rates i.e. $600 US for the M27Q X. Also B & H Marks them all as "discontinued" so unfortunately all of the picks in the $200-400 range (which I honestly would not pay a penny more for a monitor for...) are completely unavailable.
cheeeeeeeeeeers~ actual;ly buying a monitor again after picking one out 2 years ago from deep diving your reviews. thanks a ton for this but ohh mannnnnnnnnnn monitor prices can flip flop daily on me based on stock this time a year so im zooooooooooooooming in my attempts to find something seriously worth the money that will get me feeling the best possible as i build out a full new rig for a 1440p 144hz+ high quality setup thankssssssssss
Super interested about the European Edition, because even if $US prices before taxes should more or less match € prices after taxes (in theory), in reality most of the time they don't (GPU prices are a great example).
@@chopstickSH Yeah I got lucky living in Germany got a Samsung G5A IPS Panel for 280€ which according to rtings is about as good as the Gigabyte MS27Q non pro which has not many if any difference compared to the pro version the only thing i could find is the the pro version uses a different panel which gives better text clarity and has a few more usb ports and slightly better factory color calibration.
Tbh GPUs arent really that bad, at least current AMD GPUs. 380 for 6700 xT, 540 for 6800 XT, 650 for 6950 XT. Screens suck though. Theres a bunch of cheap ones, but its hard to tell which one is any good. M27Q is one of the few even close to the mentioned price, but its 330€ for me.
Just bought it too because the M27Q-P is out of stock on newegg and when it was in stock it was charging me $60CAD extra for shipping 😢 Do you have any comments about the S2721DGF? I know this channel recommended it a while back if I remember correctly
Great recommendations but I am surprised to not see Dell 2S2721DGF on the list of 1440p monitors. Just got one, happy so far and it was quite cheaper than all the others on this list atleast for black friday in Canada.
I've been using the same monitor since it came out and it's been pretty awesome, no complaints here. I might upgrade to an oled monitor one day, I got an LG C2 tv recently for my lounge room and it really is amazing.
@@fynkozari9271 never once did I have issues with IPS glow. probably more common on entry level IPS. either way OLED are not in the same price category
I bought both neo g7 and c2 after viewing your videos. Got both for 1630 euros and I'm really happy with them. I use neo g7 for desktop and gaming and c2 as a tv and GeForce now gaming.
Alienware AW3423DWF has eliminated the high processing delay issue its older brother has according to Tom's Hardware review. However the DWF is 165hz vs 175hz on the DW. I'm curious, would you guys give up a higher refresh rate for less input lag? I certainly would. (AW3423DW owner here)
at that extreme level, yeah i would. 144 hz+ is pretty insane, and even after losing 10 hz your still above 144 hz. I probably wouldn't even feel the refresh rate loss, but i will definately feel the faster input speed.
Last week, I purchased the 28" G7 for $699, but returned it when I saw the M28U-AE on sale for $479.99 on Amazon! And WOW, I am so glad I did. Happy Holidays everyone!🥂
Just got my AW3432DW about a week ago and it's been lovely. The screen health features seem aggressive, but if that's what it takes to keep a consistent performance like this it's well worth it. Never heard the fan.
@@RathOX Mine does as well in games, but how about start excel, or word in full screen? Then touch the panel with the back of your hand, it gets pretty cozy ;)
In my opinion the LG C1/C2 is the best gaming display ever created. It's been so long since we've had instant pixel response in a display technology that OLED is a sort of "motion clarity revolution", and then on top of that it's 4K120hz which gives us the best of both worlds for both image sharpness and motion fidelity. Plus it is a very capable HDR display so you're getting the best pixel response with the best HDR available, and for the finishing touch it has both G-Sync and Freesync, and all four connection ports are HDMI2.1 so there is never a question of whether your devices have access to the full capabilities of the display. LG has made the most feature rich gaming display in history and when you can regularly find a 55" C1/C2 for under $1,000 it's really hard to justify buying anything else in the price range.
I was surprised with an AW3423DW as a gift the other day. I was nervous about the ultra wide at first but so far its been great and the qdoled panel is just superb. Been playing a lot of Dark tide on it which sadly doesn't support hdr but is extremely dark and really shines on an oled panel
Love these video and perfect timing. Included all of the ones I have been looking mostly at. ATM the price of Neo G7 and C2 are the same in my region (converted to 900usd) while the Alienware is still at normal price (1350usd). At these price difference, would you recommend the two former ones, also I'm mostly going to play space games and some office work (4h sessions twice a week). Thanks again for the great videos!
I found a black friday deal that started Thursday on Amazon for the m27qx. Instead of $400 it was $285. Instant purchase for me after double checking it was indeed the 240hz variant
Cooler Master Tempest GP27Q should be included for HDR here. But maybe this video was made before that monitor was reviewed at Monitors Unboxed. But it went on TH-cam after, so a bit weird.
Great video! I did however miss the Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 32". I switched from the neo G7 to the neo G8 and man the G8 hits it out of the ballpark! I think it must be one of the best 4k 32" monitors you can get these days! Especially considering it has 240 refresh rate and mini led. The negative being the price at around 1600 USD. But you should have mentioned it as some may want to get the best of the best no matter the price :)
@@SonicMasterLB If you have problems with scan lines your are entitled to get a new one. I was aware of the issue, but havent had the issue myself. And the image quality is insane!
@@torbjornwiken They way things are in my country, I could only buy it via 3rt party markets. And if I buy it from there, there is no return policy. So, I will stay away from it, and probably buy neo g7 when I update my pc. G7 is almost the same as g8 minus the 240Hz and matte anti-glare coating.
@@torbjornwiken I would like to have neo G8, especially for CSGO. That 240Hz would be amazing. Still, 165Hz will be plenty, coming from my 60Hz IPS monitor ;)
is the aoc 24g2spu better than gigabyte g24f? i saw a lot from these two and it still not helping. can you help me by telling me which one is better and why? please..
After a long time of consideration, i bought the lg c2 oled 42". I use it with my PS5 and its just amazing for fps gaming or any other kind of game... Also, watching movies is incredible! I had to change some settings, but thanks to the hardwareunboxed video on the c2 with a "optimal osd settings" this was eazy. Thanks!
I also considered this option for my PS5 but the 4k resolution is a no-go to me. I'd rather take 1440p/120Hz or even 1440p/locked and stable 60Hz any day over 4k/30Hz or unstable 60Hz
@@tobiasjennerjahn8659 yes you can, but lowering the resolution to 1440p on a 42' display like the LG C2 would result in a very low pixel density, a dedicated 1440p monitor of let's say 32' would give a way nicer image
@@adonbanchamek2254 The trick is to change your actual output resolution being sent to the C2 rather than any in-game resolution scaling option (unless the game in question uses it in combination with FSR or DLSS), and making sure that GPU scaling in your GPU control panel is disabled. Thing is, TVs for whatever reason, especially mid-to-high end TVs like the C2, have WAY better upscaling than monitors do, so if directly feed a 1440p video signal to the C2, you're going to get much better results than if you left the output signal at 2160p and did the 1440p--to->2160p upscaling in the game engine or on your GPU (again, unless the likes of FSR or DLSS are in play). Alternatively, you can actually leave GPU scaling enabled and make a custom resolution of 3840x1600 (assuming that 3840x1600 isn't available out-of-the box?) and select that in whatever game you want to use it with. Because it's OLED, those black bars will blend perfectly into the bezel and you'll get an experience similar to a 1440p ultrawide albeit with a bit higher resolution and the ability to use the full 3840x2160 for desktop usage.
Just got the 42" LG C2 today. When I first started using it I thought I made a horrible decision, as the colors were fucked and dragging windows caused dimming below them. But after I set the HDMI port to PC mode and changed some other settings, everything was resolved and I am basking in the gloriousness of 4K OLED! 120Hz is really all that contemporary hardware can pump out, so I gladly avoided the gamery looking Asus alternative that did not provide enough extra Hz for the drastic difference in price. It can sit farther back than a standard monitor, so it being 3 PPI less than a 27" 1440p is no detraction. In fact, you want it farther back because it is just huge on a desk. I don't know how people do it with those 48" monitors. Plus the build quality on this is immaculate. I also looked at the Alienware OLED and it was CHEAP as could be. Well, maybe not the worst, but far below that of my old PG279Q monitors and even further below the C2. If you can fit it on your desk, want 4K OLED with high refresh rate, then the C2 is an excellent choice! In my opinion, the best option out there right now when you consider things like build-quality, price, and looks. This thing is damn classy looking.
The LG 27GP950-B is 699 with the sphere lighting feature, it’s 599 for the monitor without sphere lighting. I have a PS5 and want the best possible monitor for under 600, so it’s right at the top of my budget. I was going to get the m28u but after hearing about the hdmi 2.1 issue I think I’ll pass. My question is for ps5 gaming should I go with the odyssey g70a or the LG 27GP950-B?
I purchased the M32Q based off recommendations online and plus Hardware Unboxed. I must say its quite a nice monitor but 2 days of owning it the monitor already has a stuck pixel. This also seems to be quite a common problem not only with the M32Q but also the M27Q which stems down to Gigabyte's quality control. So anyone eager to purchase these monitors please be aware there is a high chance you could face the same issue.
at the German amazon the 27q sits on 2 stars basically because almost every unit sold was defective. I think Amazon last month withdrew it from selling it, I guess they must have had too many returns.
@@Usersf134ssk Its a great monitor otherwise which is a massive shame. I should have done more in depth research into it and most likely I would've stayed away from it because of this common problem.
Just dropping a comment saying thanks for the recommendation. Recently bought a M27QX, coming from a very generic 1080p ViewSonic, the difference is amazing. I'm seeing things that weren't there before.
Great video, I think I will go with the LG 27GP950, since I have the money to spare most likely. Suggestion: consider PPI/DPI when doing reviews, high values are great for those that write / read a lot of text aside from gaming. For me personally the perfect monitor would be in fact 24' but there doesn't seem to be any such model on the market with +1440p/+high refresh rate.
Based on your recommendation a couple of months ago, I purchased the Gigabyte M27Q-P and I can confirm that it's amazing. I got a deal on it and paid only $219.
This is a great roundup but I think you are selling the aw3423dwf a bit short though, since (compared to its G-Sync counterpart) it offers some improvements. Among others: - firmware updates - a more quiet fan (since it runs cooler without the gsync module) - the ability to configure it for different aspect ratios (like 4:3) - more settings in the OSD (hue, sharpness etc.) LTT did a video comparing the two not to long ago: th-cam.com/video/k-6yc1dA--0/w-d-xo.html
I am really looking forward to the updated Alienware ultrawide monitor, although I hope there will be some new oled Ultrawide monitors from other manufacturers in the next few months.
@@gdgd5194 Mate, in the very video you are commenting under, Tim said that Alienware AW3423DW is currently the best UW gaming monitor you can get. It's not made for eSports, it's for top end HDR content. Whether AW makes crap elsewhere is not a debate here, we are just talking about displays.
I would very much appreciate it if you guys started to factor in internal fans and power consumption. This may not seem important to most (yet), but I can assure you as soon are you start hearing your monitor wine with a high pitch or just stop working because of a fan failure, this concern is going to be more and more mainstream. I got an LG 4k monitor with a fan not knowing it had one and I absolutely hate it. The panel is great, but I would rather it be thicker and heavier and use passive cooling or at least put the fan in an easier place to swap out and be more standard so I could source something more quiet.
thanks to you guys i was able to pick out the aorus ad27qd in 2019 when the 27gl850b was out of stock everywhere. still use it to this day and its amazing
The AW3423DW is technically not self lit, it is UV-backlit with a quantum dot layer than converts that nearly invisible UV light into more visible light. Visually it is hard to tell the difference between OLED and QDOLED, but QDOLED is basically a QLED that uses an OLED backlight instead of an LED backlight
Waiting for 2023 when LG will release the 32" OLED monitor. Not sure if it will be 1440p or 4k. Hopefully 4k since I consider 32" 4k the sweet spot for me so I can end my quest for finding a worthy monitor. 😁
Thank you! I had one of your old recommendations on my Christmas list and it went from $300 to $475! I was shocked and i've managed to switch it with the first monitor you recommended in the 1440p category for $270.
I can’t believe the msi 1440 is still on the top picks. That’s crazy. I just got a second gl850 and still happy with my original one. And is it seems, it still goes to bat with this years monitors.
The Corsair Xeneon 32" 165hz 1440p monitor is an insanely good deal @ $350. I've had mine for almost a year and absolutely love it. Its only real weakness is black level (as with all edge-lit IPS panels). A gorgeous screen, and the 3 year no-dead-pixel warranty make it a no-brainer.
*side note: despite the lacking full array local dimming, the expanded color gamut and solid brightness makes this thing pop in HDR. Currently playing God of War Ragnarok on PS5 and this thing looks stunning in 1440p HDR at 120hz.
This sold me the Alienware OLED monitor. I was debating the C2 but since I already have a 55" LG CX for PS5/Series X, I feel like the Alienware is the better fit as a PURE PC gaming monitor.
400$ train for the msi monitor sadge~~ i ALMOST got the lg gp850 b upgrade for 299$ and that would have been super solid but ohh well~ atleast my gigabyte G32QC has done me a ton of value for 2+ years but i just want an ips panel so maybe i just dig in deep for cheap and go for the M27Q cause thats deffinitly where i want my primary monitor to be yep yep
I just recieved my M28U. Will be used for both PC/PS5 gaming, think the HDMI bandwith will matter much compared to the G7 S28? The differences cant be too significant? I managed to cop the M28U for only £411, with 3 years warranty. In the UK the cheapest G7 S28 at the moment is £480+ (unsure about warranty unless its just manufacturer). Cheers
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Really appreciate you guys for doing your first ever European pricing version of this - I'm sure many of us will be happy :)
indeed
Indeed 🙏
agreed, very excited for the European version
Truly.
nobody cares about that across the pond crap.... emilio!
Right after I bought a monitor😂
Hahaha, same!
Same lol
what did you get?
Same, literally yesterday.
Return ;))
Happy to see the M27Q-P on the list. I got my M27Q (Non-P) on Feburary 2021 after seeing your review back in December 2020 and it has been working perfectly for me since then! Thanks a lot, Tim.
I bought M27QP as well based on hardware unboxed recommendation, however I cant recommend this monitor to anyone because of poor picture quality. My old NEC 20WGX IPS monitor from 2006 destroys this modern 2022 M27QP when it comes to blacks levels and picture quality in general.
I did also! I love the KVM switch with my Xbox also.
@@PabloB888 That is fine! I hope you're having a great time with your monitor, perhaps I liked this monitor a lot cuz I didn't have anything better before it (Imagine, I had a 1336x768 60Hz 18" VA monitor for 8 years, and then suddenly jumped to 2560x1440 170 Hz 27" IPS )
Hopefully you got a refund, it is not a cheap monitor x.x
@@dontsupportrats4089 It is a nice feature, yeah! I tried it with a PS2 (using an AV to HDMI converter) and it worked great.
Enjoy the monitor :)
@@TheOfficialEdugta It's great with the Series X.
The M27Q is easily the best monitor I've ever owned, happy to see the improved version on this list. Thanks for your reviews!
nah 165hz is a dead refreshrate
@@jake9854 to low?
@@jake9854 Other than for eSport, there is no need for more lol.
@@jake9854 Bruh. Would always pick my UHD 144hz over QHD 240hz monitors. 144hz is very well enough you dont need to play in 500hz not many are esports players.
@@froznfire9531 the fact that u said this line, its obviously u never own a 240hz monitor before. it's still night n day compared to the subpar 144/165 dead refresh rate
Just picked up my neo G7 today and it has blown me away, absolutely gorgeous. Despite having never used a curved monitor before and hearing so many people online complaining that it should be flat, I actually love it. If you're weary about trying the neo G7 because of the curve, I'd really recommend you give it a shot. You can always just return it if you do hate it.
Yeah me too, i have decided to go for flat monitors because while doing documentation work like ms excel or other office work purpose, it might be a problem.
I hate that its a VA.
@@SpacePirateBollocks easy choice since its primarily FPS games > IPS.
because VAs are very slow with response time.
@@SpacePirateBollocks Np.
I'd like something similar but smaller they are just too big even 27 is big enough.. I'm on a basic 4k 60hz 27 but since upgrading its not good enough! I like 4k
I've said this before, but can we all just take a moment and appreciate how clearly Tim enunciates each labyrinthine model number? The information is highly appreciated, but not constantly stumbling over the string of letters and numbers is impressive.
LG is releasing a 1440p 240Hz OLED, I hope you review it very soon. It's an actual monitor not a tv, and I hope LG suited it with proper burn in limitation tech and warranty to allow some desktop usage
Most importantly hopefully it has AT LEAST a semi-gloss display, ideally full gloss, otherwise youre not enjoying the black levels your money is paying for
@@thepadster123 unfortunately it has a matte coating and costs $1000
Yeah, they come in different 'intensities' though.
Hopefully it's like the lg gp950 screen or something similar.
$1000 is at least $150 too much for qhd
@@thepadster123 It's not just about QHD, the fact that it is a 27 inch OLED with full HDR hardware and 240hz is what's driving the price. Monitor's like that just don't exist right now.
It's 27 inch, 240hz, 2560x1440p, with the same type of panel as their tvs wrgb oled with a matte coating. At $999
Man the Alienware is just nuts, I'm going to really love gaming in something like that in 10 years when this trickles to the mainstream
Same 😁
But much better is upcoming oleds of like 240hz, hope they will go to 300€ some day or less, but the problem is always longevity since I'm actually still using my 2011 samsung 1080P 22 inch LCD monitor and it's working exactly like day 1 with 0 problems and same exact brightness\color...
@@guily6669you will need a 4090 gpu to get even close to using 240hz at 3440x1440p
@@mrwalker6026 The thing is the higher the frequency and the higher the resolution of the monitor\tv the more we can play around with settings.
Like FSR sucks on my 1080P it's unusable for me while it's amazing for my 4K TV.
Then you have all the choices in whatever game to go with any settings you want for visuals or performance while at least not being capped by the monitor too much no matter the hardware.
Having much higher hz and resolution is always better future wise beside all the new options available to chose.
@@guily6669 I have Aw3423dw paired with rtx 3080 and i9 12900kf..
Barely get 130fps at native 3440x1440p low settings playing MW2
You need Dlss or FSR to get even close to 200fps average
Needs to be 38inch
I really wanna see mini LED ultrawides hit the scene. My monitors are on almost all day everyday and I can't really justify the risk/reward factor of OLED monitors right now. Mini LED honestly is the best compromise right now
All of the mentioned, 1440p 165hz monitors which supposed to be around 250-300, are well over 400€ in Austria :(
One of the best displays you will find is when you go out of your home. The graphics are amazing!!
Not if i leave my house without glasses then its more like 144p
Yea but the gameplay is terrible and there is no dlc yet to move to another planet
Respawn rates are bugged too
Horrible motion blur tho
Depends on where you live though.
I chose the aw3423dw over the c2. Now I'm actually tempted to get the c2 42inch as well.
I did notice the text and color fringing, it felt extreme for the first day but it did seem to fade away as time went on of using it. I say fade away as I noticed it less and less. Dark mode in windows really helps hide it too.
Is the text hard to read with the fringing? And, did you notice the colors surrounding the letters/words as well? Thanks!
As a European thanks , more of this Guys best pc enthusiast Channel on TH-cam
Really informative, shame the pricing in the UK is terrible. The gigabyte M27Q-P is £450 and the MAG274QRF-QD is £499 (about US $600). Hp x27q and LG GP850 seems to be the only comparable products at around £270 (at sale prices).
I am fucking fuming. Pricing here is rubbish. Waited so long for deals and stuff and seeing these prices, I am gutted.
the Aw3423dw is a great price in the uk imo, was an instant purchase
I own the 32GP850 and it's an excellent monitor, I remember HUB saying to just go for the cheaper one when comparing M27Q and 27GP850.
Same here in germany. 500€ for the Gigabyte M27Q-P
@@eyki8873 It's 430euro, check Geizhals
I've had the M32U for about 6 or 7 months now, and I really like it
I'm going with an Odyssey Neo G8 for immersive and responsive 4K PC gaming + a C2 for HDR and console gaming. I wish we had a 32-36" C2 class panel at 240Hz, which would be the best of both worlds. I'm looking forward to your review of the LG UltraGear 1440p 240Hz OLED, which I think is the first step towards making that a reality.
Great review. After trying and returning the following screens just settled with the NEO G7.
1. M32UC. - Suffers from severe light blooming on the curves. Returned
2. LG 27GP950-B. Great screen just find it too small for 4K. otherwise this is one of the best overall for 27". I recommend this for 27". Returned.
3. LG 32GQ950-B. Very heavy screen and big disappointment because of the very severe light bleed on the left bottom corner (everything looked reddish). Also 4 stuck very shiny pixel and coil whine from the built in fan. Really this LG worth maximum £700 not £1050. Returned. Highly not recommended because of the VERY POOR QC for this price range.
4. Gigabyte M32U. I had not much expectation from this but yeah it did have 3 very shiny stuck pixel. Most of the peoples complain QC issues when it come to this screen. Returned.
5. Asus ROG Swift PG32UQ. Well this one had 12 shiny stuck pixel. Wasn't even bothering to testing it further. Returned
6. Dell G3223Q the budget 32" 4K monitor. 11 stuck subpixel but not visible at all. almost kept this but returned it because of the next screen.
7. BenQ MOBIUZ EX3210U. I loved the extra features like the remote and the 2.1 speaker. Vibrant colours. However the rear sub speaker started to buzz the plastic back after 1 week. No stuck pixel or light bleed. Only cons about this is low peak SDR brightness and mediocre response time. Really great screen but order the Samsung because was on a very great deal.
8. Winner! The Samsung Odyssey Neo G7.. Black levels and HDR on this screen it's amazing and want you play more and more games on it. No stuck or dead pixels on mine. Way much more responsive then any of the IPS screen above. I haven't even experienced any black smear. This screen doesn't have fan.
There is quite few issues however: Neo G7 still suffer from "interlace pattern artifacts" on higher refresh rates. This is a common issue on this model. This can be reduced by reducing the refresh rate or the gamma. Other option is turn on the Windows HDR on 120hz.
Also the screen deep sleep mode can not be turned off. So after long period of time have to be turned on by hand - DP or HDMI will not wake up the screen. Eye care set on went nuts. Turned the colour temperature cold to warm and warm to cold randomly . Turning off the eyecare will solve this issue. Later I haven't experienced this issue when I turned it back on. Back light strobing totally useless.
So I kept this because for £850 this screen is unbeatable in many perspectives.
Bro I’m trying to buy a monitor for my series x, rn I was thinking the sell g3223q looked best on paper for my budget of around £600, however I don’t see anyone review it at all, do you know why, my second option was the gp950, should I go for the gp950 or risk it and go for the dell g3223q
I bought the MSI MAG274QRF-QD after watching your review 2 years ago, I'm surprised it is still on the list
Because it's old or because you don't like it?
Old but gold
I have the M27Q and by far my favorite screen ever. Been considering getting the M32Q for a while now. Glad to see both are still rated for great value. : )
Went with the 42" C2, and thank you HWU for helping me make the choice. Best monitor/display I have ever used, and probably the only time I been truly happy with a monitor. I have a deep desk and liked it more than the AW QDOLED. However, both are amazing and you won't regret either. Try both or just pick one, you win either way.
As for the personal/subjective reasons for my choice: Unlike the AW, any subpixel issues on the C2 were quite literally invisible since I'm sitting far away (you SHOULD be 38"-41" away going by PPD/PPI/Size charts) which you can't quite do with the AW since it has less than half of the screen real estate. I do full time work with it 0 issues due to that. 4K content looks better on it, obviously, and I watch a lot of 4K media. The coating looked better in my Office. It's also $900 (before cash backs), leaving me more than enough cash to get a store burn in warranty and then some. Zero worry. The only advantage AW had for me (IMO) is better brightness, but the C2 at 100% with ABSL off wasn't much different.
what kind of office work do u do? I was thinking the lg but 42 is just too big for me. the AW seems perfect for my 4080 but was curious if u r worried about burn in with your work?
The dimming on the C2 and lower brightness compared to the AW3423DW made the latter a better choice for me...
Also 3440x1440p is easier to drive than 4k if you want to match the refresh rate
@@mrwalker6026 Yeah no doubt if someone needs more brightness over all else the AW should be the buy. But for me, personally, like the brightness level of a maxed out C2 (with service menu tweaks). Anything more and I get eye strain/sleepyness. Subjective but indeed important depending on the individual.
@@nicksalgado22 Primarily MS Access, excel, sharepoint, and dynamics. It's highly subjective, I love the crazy screen real estate and text compared to AW. Burn is likely going to happen but I have the bestbuy burn in plan. I wouldn't use it for work without a strong warranty.
@@organicmechanic2477 it's only the smaller C2's as in 42" and 48" that for some reason pale in comparison in regards to their larger 55"+ siblings....
Maybe because LG are cutting them from older non evo panel's
actually just picked up a MAG274QRF-QD yestersday, and it looks fantastic!
ended up buying the M34WQ and paired with a 4080, it's amazing! most games easily max out the 144hz refresh rate, though a 4080 might be a bit too much, however my last card was starting to struggle powering a UW vs the previous 16:9 1440P display. Spreadsheet work for WFH is also amazing and has increased my productivity overall!
The M32Q blows my mind away, upgrading from a 1080p, 27in, TN display.
I still cannot get over the clarity and vibrant colors. Waiting for a $299 sale was also icing on the cake.
Same for that deal I don’t think it can be beat
because u were using a TN xd TNs are pure garbage.
Absolutely love that you are doing a special video just for Europe ♥️♥️♥️
I just bought M28U because of your previous recommendation and it's AMAZING!! Only staring at the display brought me peace in my soul 🕊️
How much did you pay?
I've bought the LG 34GP950-B for 700€ a few months ago and so far I'm pretty happy with it. It usually costs more than that but it's definetly worth considering if you want a nice high-end 34" monitor :D
Bro, prices are insane right now, what you said was a $250 monitor in the US is now like $600😂
I got the m27q back when it first launched after your video review on it. I’ve also bought the lg c2 last week after watching all the monitor unboxed videos on hdr. The c2 plays like a dream, I got Dolby atmos theater setup with it plus DTS:x licensing along with its Dolby vision support for the full cinema experience. Those are huge selling points that should also be mentioned imo. Best purchase i have made, gaming just looks sounds and feels so immersive now, its the same joy I got from when I went from a PlayStation 1 + crt to a PlayStation 3 + lcd.
What about oled burning
The sound on it is so great
@@lkline000 i have the LG C1 as PC monitor for more than 1 year, use it at least 8hrs a day , and no burn in whatsoever.
what make it more immersive? 4K, 42 inch or oled hdr?
42inch def makes it great ppi, it’s not too big and I sit 30inches away . The hdr just makes games stunning and videos/movies that support hdr. just being a quality oled makes everything great, it’s bright but I’m glad it’s not eye straining bright.
I appreciate the fact that your channel is Aussie based and would recommend stating prices in both USD and AUD, would definitely bring value and alot more viewer from aus.
I recommend the XG27AQ if the Swift is too much. It’s like a little brother and it’s one of the best monitors I’ve owned. I’m also rocking the M27Q-P for work setup and the KVM is the best feature ever.
I’ve always been tempted on the QD MSI but hear way too many common QC complaints like dead pixels to buy one. I’ve had previous experiences with their Optix line had 3 monitor all get dead pixels within a year. Thank god for micro center warranty!
I got the Gigabyte M28U thanks to your review about 2 months ago. It's been fantastic!
How much was it?
@@thinkblue8089 around $600 Canadian
I'm still waiting for 38" alternatives. By far the best size, resolution and aspect ratio together for my needs (21:9, 3840x1600), just need an OLED or true HDR upgrade on those products.
I agree! I have the Alienware 38” and can’t upgrade to anything but an oled version.
I'm using the LG 38GN950-B and it's pretty darn good - however now I want a 4K monitor too haha
i play some games in 3840x1620 on my 42 in c2. best of both worlds.
@@emiliod90 Had fun with that monitor and eventually moved to a 4k monitor. got annoyed by compatibility issues with ultrawide.
@@Jaynan2 haha looks like great minds think alike - what brand/model and size did you get? I was thinking a 32 inch for 4K would be the best?
My Neo G8 running 1006 firmware is a rock star. Unbelievably crisp, bright and the blacks are insane. No scan lines as some have encountered, no dead pixels. Picked it up new for 1k .
Great update but I'm awaiting the 'EU' focused one as the prices over here are still ridiculous in comparison. There's alot less movement in pricing EU side it seems or I might be looking in the wrong places :)
Would of loved one as well, i seached for 3 days, none of these IPS panels available in the EU, had to settle for a VA.
the samsung odyssey series seems very reasonably priced in the EU, probably the most value buy, that or going super high end and getting the AW3423dw
@@valhallagalex The G5 was a tempting deal last week, but yet again VA Curved panel.
A few months ago I managed to get a LG 27PG850 for 300 €. LG seems to be priced pretty decently in europe. The monitors he suggests are overprice over here.
@@fisty445 I did find the LG 27GP850-B on sale. Is it a good buy?
In Switzerland, the M27Q-X costs around 600 dollars… still worth it?
Unfortunately at least in North America, none of the m-series gigabyte models recommended are available. A couple of them are but at exorbitant rates i.e. $600 US for the M27Q X. Also B & H Marks them all as "discontinued" so unfortunately all of the picks in the $200-400 range (which I honestly would not pay a penny more for a monitor for...) are completely unavailable.
Why not Dell G3223Q in 4k category? I would say it is as good as M32U or better.
cheeeeeeeeeeers~ actual;ly buying a monitor again after picking one out 2 years ago from deep diving your reviews. thanks a ton for this but ohh mannnnnnnnnnn monitor prices can flip flop daily on me based on stock this time a year so im zooooooooooooooming in my attempts to find something seriously worth the money that will get me feeling the best possible as i build out a full new rig for a 1440p 144hz+ high quality setup thankssssssssss
Super interested about the European Edition, because even if $US prices before taxes should more or less match € prices after taxes (in theory), in reality most of the time they don't (GPU prices are a great example).
Indeed, the suggested 250$ budget options go for 450€ and above around here. That doesn't sound like a good deal. (-:
@@chopstickSH Yeah I got lucky living in Germany got a Samsung G5A IPS Panel for 280€ which according to rtings is about as good as the Gigabyte MS27Q non pro which has not many if any difference compared to the pro version the only thing i could find is the the pro version uses a different panel which gives better text clarity and has a few more usb ports and slightly better factory color calibration.
Tbh GPUs arent really that bad, at least current AMD GPUs. 380 for 6700 xT, 540 for 6800 XT, 650 for 6950 XT.
Screens suck though. Theres a bunch of cheap ones, but its hard to tell which one is any good. M27Q is one of the few even close to the mentioned price, but its 330€ for me.
I bought Dell27 S2721DGFA from back Friday for really nice price, perfect 2K gaming monitor.
Just bought it too because the M27Q-P is out of stock on newegg and when it was in stock it was charging me $60CAD extra for shipping 😢 Do you have any comments about the S2721DGF? I know this channel recommended it a while back if I remember correctly
Great recommendations but I am surprised to not see Dell 2S2721DGF on the list of 1440p monitors. Just got one, happy so far and it was quite cheaper than all the others on this list atleast for black friday in Canada.
I've been using the same monitor since it came out and it's been pretty awesome, no complaints here. I might upgrade to an oled monitor one day, I got an LG C2 tv recently for my lounge room and it really is amazing.
can u review AW3423DWF model? and how does it compare with AW3423DW?
LG27GP950 was 599€ here on Amazon Italy. absolute steal for a 4k160 IPS monitor with excellent colors
Lol IPS glow. Its almost 2023. OLED monitors 240hz are coming soon. 2160 pixels on small 27 inch is not good.
I have tried so many brands... but LG makes the best monitors, especially for gaming.
The LED ring on the LG27GP950 is amazing too. 🌈🌈🌈
@@fynkozari9271 never once did I have issues with IPS glow. probably more common on entry level IPS. either way OLED are not in the same price category
I bought both neo g7 and c2 after viewing your videos. Got both for 1630 euros and I'm really happy with them. I use neo g7 for desktop and gaming and c2 as a tv and GeForce now gaming.
where did you buy them?
Alienware AW3423DWF has eliminated the high processing delay issue its older brother has according to Tom's Hardware review. However the DWF is 165hz vs 175hz on the DW. I'm curious, would you guys give up a higher refresh rate for less input lag? I certainly would. (AW3423DW owner here)
at that extreme level, yeah i would. 144 hz+ is pretty insane, and even after losing 10 hz your still above 144 hz. I probably wouldn't even feel the refresh rate loss, but i will definately feel the faster input speed.
The prices right now are much higher than mentioned in this video. M27Q P for 330, or M27Q X for 530, MSI MAG for 420...
Europe here, all of these monitors are almost double the price here 😭😭
For real...
Last week, I purchased the 28" G7 for $699, but returned it when I saw the M28U-AE on sale for $479.99 on Amazon! And WOW, I am so glad I did.
Happy Holidays everyone!🥂
I'm looking to buy the M28U also, but it's currently $529. I'm hoping it drops to $479 again or lower.
Just got my AW3432DW about a week ago and it's been lovely. The screen health features seem aggressive, but if that's what it takes to keep a consistent performance like this it's well worth it. Never heard the fan.
you can mute the notifications
Does the fan blows that heavy when you run Office for some time? My reaches panel temps of about 40-45°c and makes lots of noises.
@@0Turbox mine makes just about no noise, and im pushing HDR 24/7
@@0Turbox I don't really spend time in office.
@@RathOX Mine does as well in games, but how about start excel, or word in full screen? Then touch the panel with the back of your hand, it gets pretty cozy ;)
In my opinion the LG C1/C2 is the best gaming display ever created.
It's been so long since we've had instant pixel response in a display technology that OLED is a sort of "motion clarity revolution", and then on top of that it's 4K120hz which gives us the best of both worlds for both image sharpness and motion fidelity.
Plus it is a very capable HDR display so you're getting the best pixel response with the best HDR available, and for the finishing touch it has both G-Sync and Freesync, and all four connection ports are HDMI2.1 so there is never a question of whether your devices have access to the full capabilities of the display.
LG has made the most feature rich gaming display in history and when you can regularly find a 55" C1/C2 for under $1,000 it's really hard to justify buying anything else in the price range.
I was surprised with an AW3423DW as a gift the other day. I was nervous about the ultra wide at first but so far its been great and the qdoled panel is just superb. Been playing a lot of Dark tide on it which sadly doesn't support hdr but is extremely dark and really shines on an oled panel
rich families be like
@@valkenhayn412 you jealous
Love these video and perfect timing. Included all of the ones I have been looking mostly at. ATM the price of Neo G7 and C2 are the same in my region (converted to 900usd) while the Alienware is still at normal price (1350usd). At these price difference, would you recommend the two former ones, also I'm mostly going to play space games and some office work (4h sessions twice a week). Thanks again for the great videos!
I found a black friday deal that started Thursday on Amazon for the m27qx.
Instead of $400 it was $285. Instant purchase for me after double checking it was indeed the 240hz variant
All monitors listed here are either out of stock or super overpriced :)
Cooler Master Tempest GP27Q should be included for HDR here. But maybe this video was made before that monitor was reviewed at Monitors Unboxed. But it went on TH-cam after, so a bit weird.
Great video! I did however miss the Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 32". I switched from the neo G7 to the neo G8 and man the G8 hits it out of the ballpark! I think it must be one of the best 4k 32" monitors you can get these days! Especially considering it has 240 refresh rate and mini led. The negative being the price at around 1600 USD. But you should have mentioned it as some may want to get the best of the best no matter the price :)
But it has scanline issues. And that's a deal breaker at that price point.
@@SonicMasterLB If you have problems with scan lines your are entitled to get a new one. I was aware of the issue, but havent had the issue myself. And the image quality is insane!
@@torbjornwiken They way things are in my country, I could only buy it via 3rt party markets. And if I buy it from there, there is no return policy. So, I will stay away from it, and probably buy neo g7 when I update my pc. G7 is almost the same as g8 minus the 240Hz and matte anti-glare coating.
@@SonicMasterLB ah i see, thats a bummer. But the neo G7 is also an excelent monitor and as you say not a big difference ☺️👌🏻
@@torbjornwiken I would like to have neo G8, especially for CSGO. That 240Hz would be amazing. Still, 165Hz will be plenty, coming from my 60Hz IPS monitor ;)
Just bought a gigabyte M28U 4k 144hz for £400 in the UK. Lowest I've ever seen in the UK for a monitor of this class!
It’s crazy how this could change VERY soon with LG and their newest OLED monitors coming in December.
Should I wait until they come out to buy a new monitor?
I don't think many people are willing to drop $1000 + tax as you might think. Its still expensive.
if you are in the $1000 price range you might as well get a c2 oled for just $900 bucks
@@Steph497 Many people also dont want a huge tv as a monitor. I personally will only every buy 27 inches but not at $1k
@@zynx2981 true
is the aoc 24g2spu better than gigabyte g24f? i saw a lot from these two and it still not helping. can you help me by telling me which one is better and why? please..
After a long time of consideration, i bought the lg c2 oled 42". I use it with my PS5 and its just amazing for fps gaming or any other kind of game... Also, watching movies is incredible! I had to change some settings, but thanks to the hardwareunboxed video on the c2 with a "optimal osd settings" this was eazy. Thanks!
Rtings and hdtv should have some good calibration suggestions, as they specialise in televisions
I also considered this option for my PS5 but the 4k resolution is a no-go to me. I'd rather take 1440p/120Hz or even 1440p/locked and stable 60Hz any day over 4k/30Hz or unstable 60Hz
@@adonbanchamek2254 I’m not a console gamer, but can you not lower the resolution in the system settings?
@@tobiasjennerjahn8659 yes you can, but lowering the resolution to 1440p on a 42' display like the LG C2 would result in a very low pixel density, a dedicated 1440p monitor of let's say 32' would give a way nicer image
@@adonbanchamek2254 The trick is to change your actual output resolution being sent to the C2 rather than any in-game resolution scaling option (unless the game in question uses it in combination with FSR or DLSS), and making sure that GPU scaling in your GPU control panel is disabled.
Thing is, TVs for whatever reason, especially mid-to-high end TVs like the C2, have WAY better upscaling than monitors do, so if directly feed a 1440p video signal to the C2, you're going to get much better results than if you left the output signal at 2160p and did the 1440p--to->2160p upscaling in the game engine or on your GPU (again, unless the likes of FSR or DLSS are in play).
Alternatively, you can actually leave GPU scaling enabled and make a custom resolution of 3840x1600 (assuming that 3840x1600 isn't available out-of-the box?) and select that in whatever game you want to use it with. Because it's OLED, those black bars will blend perfectly into the bezel and you'll get an experience similar to a 1440p ultrawide albeit with a bit higher resolution and the ability to use the full 3840x2160 for desktop usage.
Just got the 42" LG C2 today. When I first started using it I thought I made a horrible decision, as the colors were fucked and dragging windows caused dimming below them. But after I set the HDMI port to PC mode and changed some other settings, everything was resolved and I am basking in the gloriousness of 4K OLED! 120Hz is really all that contemporary hardware can pump out, so I gladly avoided the gamery looking Asus alternative that did not provide enough extra Hz for the drastic difference in price. It can sit farther back than a standard monitor, so it being 3 PPI less than a 27" 1440p is no detraction. In fact, you want it farther back because it is just huge on a desk. I don't know how people do it with those 48" monitors. Plus the build quality on this is immaculate. I also looked at the Alienware OLED and it was CHEAP as could be. Well, maybe not the worst, but far below that of my old PG279Q monitors and even further below the C2. If you can fit it on your desk, want 4K OLED with high refresh rate, then the C2 is an excellent choice! In my opinion, the best option out there right now when you consider things like build-quality, price, and looks. This thing is damn classy looking.
I'm eyeing the 43in neo QLED TV, OLED is a no-no due to burn-in
The LG 27GP950-B is 699 with the sphere lighting feature, it’s 599 for the monitor without sphere lighting.
I have a PS5 and want the best possible monitor for under 600, so it’s right at the top of my budget.
I was going to get the m28u but after hearing about the hdmi 2.1 issue I think I’ll pass.
My question is for ps5 gaming should I go with the odyssey g70a or the LG 27GP950-B?
What about the Msi g274qrfw for $270? Is that a good deal? I can’t tell if it’s the same as the mag274qrf-qd just in white
I purchased the M32Q based off recommendations online and plus Hardware Unboxed. I must say its quite a nice monitor but 2 days of owning it the monitor already has a stuck pixel. This also seems to be quite a common problem not only with the M32Q but also the M27Q which stems down to Gigabyte's quality control. So anyone eager to purchase these monitors please be aware there is a high chance you could face the same issue.
at the German amazon the 27q sits on 2 stars basically because almost every unit sold was defective. I think Amazon last month withdrew it from selling it, I guess they must have had too many returns.
@@Usersf134ssk Its a great monitor otherwise which is a massive shame. I should have done more in depth research into it and most likely I would've stayed away from it because of this common problem.
Just dropping a comment saying thanks for the recommendation. Recently bought a M27QX, coming from a very generic 1080p ViewSonic, the difference is amazing. I'm seeing things that weren't there before.
Great video, I think I will go with the LG 27GP950, since I have the money to spare most likely.
Suggestion: consider PPI/DPI when doing reviews, high values are great for those that write / read a lot of text aside from gaming. For me personally the perfect monitor would be in fact 24' but there doesn't seem to be any such model on the market with +1440p/+high refresh rate.
Based on your recommendation a couple of months ago, I purchased the Gigabyte M27Q-P and I can confirm that it's amazing. I got a deal on it and paid only $219.
This is a great roundup but I think you are selling the aw3423dwf a bit short though, since (compared to its G-Sync counterpart) it offers some improvements.
Among others:
- firmware updates
- a more quiet fan (since it runs cooler without the gsync module)
- the ability to configure it for different aspect ratios (like 4:3)
- more settings in the OSD (hue, sharpness etc.)
LTT did a video comparing the two not to long ago: th-cam.com/video/k-6yc1dA--0/w-d-xo.html
I got myself a MSI Optix QD 27 inch 165hz 1440p. It's such an upgrade from 75hz monitor
I am really looking forward to the updated Alienware ultrawide monitor, although I hope there will be some new oled Ultrawide monitors from other manufacturers in the next few months.
Alienware lol. Mid end performance for high end price
@@gdgd5194Clueless comment
@@EarthIsFlat456 Sure kid, why don't you join e-sports team with your OP monitor. Pros will stand no chance with their cheap 144hz xl24 monitors :)
@@gdgd5194???? Its an hdr content consumption monitor not an esports monitor lol
@@gdgd5194 Mate, in the very video you are commenting under, Tim said that Alienware AW3423DW is currently the best UW gaming monitor you can get. It's not made for eSports, it's for top end HDR content. Whether AW makes crap elsewhere is not a debate here, we are just talking about displays.
Props for doing an EU version of the video as well!
Much appreciated
I would very much appreciate it if you guys started to factor in internal fans and power consumption. This may not seem important to most (yet), but I can assure you as soon are you start hearing your monitor wine with a high pitch or just stop working because of a fan failure, this concern is going to be more and more mainstream. I got an LG 4k monitor with a fan not knowing it had one and I absolutely hate it. The panel is great, but I would rather it be thicker and heavier and use passive cooling or at least put the fan in an easier place to swap out and be more standard so I could source something more quiet.
thanks to you guys i was able to pick out the aorus ad27qd in 2019 when the 27gl850b was out of stock everywhere. still use it to this day and its amazing
I just got a C2 42 and love it! Amazing HDR with crispy 4K and smooth 120fps.
Was able to grab the MSI MAG321QRF-QD for $350. Haven't had a chance to set it up yet but hoping for the best
Still not seeing a worthy upgrade to my Asus PG279Q I bought 5 years ago. I hope by this time next year we will have some proper 27" OLED monitors
The AW3423DW is technically not self lit, it is UV-backlit with a quantum dot layer than converts that nearly invisible UV light into more visible light.
Visually it is hard to tell the difference between OLED and QDOLED, but QDOLED is basically a QLED that uses an OLED backlight instead of an LED backlight
I bought the lg 42 c2 based on your previous testing. Thanks.
Waiting for 2023 when LG will release the 32" OLED monitor. Not sure if it will be 1440p or 4k.
Hopefully 4k since I consider 32" 4k the sweet spot for me so I can end my quest for finding a worthy monitor. 😁
I just ordered the new LG UltraGear 27' OLED 240hz 1440p monitor. Would love to see you review it
The HP X27Q can be had for $170 right now, whereas the Gigabyte M27Q-P is going for $250. At that price difference is the M27Q-P worth the upgrade?
Thank you! I had one of your old recommendations on my Christmas list and it went from $300 to $475! I was shocked and i've managed to switch it with the first monitor you recommended in the 1440p category for $270.
I can’t believe the msi 1440 is still on the top picks. That’s crazy. I just got a second gl850 and still happy with my original one. And is it seems, it still goes to bat with this years monitors.
good work , 1440p is my main interest
too many to choose from
LG 27gp850-b £280 & asus ROG Pg259qn £400 - which one?
I rarely comment on hw videos, however, this is one of the best, most neutral and most balanced buying guides I have seen in a very long time.
The Corsair Xeneon 32" 165hz 1440p monitor is an insanely good deal @ $350. I've had mine for almost a year and absolutely love it. Its only real weakness is black level (as with all edge-lit IPS panels). A gorgeous screen, and the 3 year no-dead-pixel warranty make it a no-brainer.
*side note: despite the lacking full array local dimming, the expanded color gamut and solid brightness makes this thing pop in HDR. Currently playing God of War Ragnarok on PS5 and this thing looks stunning in 1440p HDR at 120hz.
@@adamsteinbacher2629 Thanks for the details fam, I had to jump on one myself haha
Hyped for the European version, thanks a lot for including us too! Have been a fan of your channel for a long time, greetings from Romania.
Just bought the MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD, excited to get it tomorrow!
I have the Gigabyte m32q and it’s great. Above average color and contrast with a fast refresh rate and pixel response.
I really want more 4k options larger than 35”, with gsync and hdr, preferable oled or microled.
This sold me the Alienware OLED monitor. I was debating the C2 but since I already have a 55" LG CX for PS5/Series X, I feel like the Alienware is the better fit as a PURE PC gaming monitor.
I like that Corsair naming scheme; size, panel type, hz.
I went curved ultrawide and I’m never going back
Grabbed an LG C2, and it’s hands down the best monitor/display I’ve used in my lifetime.
It's not the best with the risk of burn in 🤣
What’s with the Gigabyte FI32q?
400$ train for the msi monitor sadge~~ i ALMOST got the lg gp850 b upgrade for 299$ and that would have been super solid but ohh well~ atleast my gigabyte G32QC has done me a ton of value for 2+ years but i just want an ips panel so maybe i just dig in deep for cheap and go for the M27Q cause thats deffinitly where i want my primary monitor to be yep yep
Went with the MSI MAG274QRX instead. The monitor is on sale and with a promo code, brings it closer to the Gigabyte M27Q-X price.
What's the promo code?
@@zynx2981 Newegg ZIP11 promo (11% off) + Paid with apple pay (discover mobile payments 5%)
I just recieved my M28U. Will be used for both PC/PS5 gaming, think the HDMI bandwith will matter much compared to the G7 S28? The differences cant be too significant? I managed to cop the M28U for only £411, with 3 years warranty. In the UK the cheapest G7 S28 at the moment is £480+ (unsure about warranty unless its just manufacturer). Cheers
I like the m27q-x based on specs, but it seems to be out of stock for a while now.
I got it for 500€ , pricing in eu is ridiculous but still the monitor is awesome, colors are excellent, and dat 240hz is butter smooth!
This video released at the best time for me, was just about to go searching for a new monitor and found this in my notifications