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I just got my new monitor in from Newegg on Thursday. It's a Acer Predator 27" 270 Hz 1440p XB273U. They had it on sale for $399. I've only had it for a few days but it's buttery smooth in D4 :)
5:38 To add onto this, if you buy a Gsync monitor with an AMD GPU you will use adaptive sync (which behaves pretty much exactly like gsync) you will also be able to use most of the premium Gsync features like variable overdrive and HDR. One IMPORTANT thing to mention is that with specific partnerships that Nvidia has with companies like Asus is that they gatekeep (lock behind) firmware/software updates through the need of an Nvidia GPU, such as the PG27AQN which blocks ULMB from being updated onto the monitor if you have an AMD GPU. This has never really been a problem before since (usually) you would update through a USB on the monitor itself or even through the DP cable. So in conclusion, in general you do not need to focus on whether the monitor is Gsync or not if you have an AMD GPU vice versa since most features work if not all, you just have to be careful with specific monitors that intentionally block firmware updates.
i have just today watched your older video about monitors and talked to a friend about this because i am building a new pc and want to get a 1440p monitor. i go to work and as i get home, making something to eat i open youtube and see this video popping up, so glad you are keeping us updated! :)
I bought the 27" Alienware monitor and absolutely love it. For me its a huge jump from 140 Hz to 240/280. I enjoy my competive gaming lik csgo but also my more casual fun games like dbd. Im still looking for optimised setting for working. Glad for your recommandations i had this monitor on my radar for quite a time and im happy with my purchase.❤
Hi Jason! Thanks for all your informative videos! Recently I put together a budget/value build -- my first PC build!. While I made some specific adjustments on a few components based on local (to Canada) pricing and availability, as well as my own personal requirements, I'm confident my system would (mostly) meet your general approval. What I appreciate from your videos is your emphasis on evaluating the different aspects of price, performance, brand quality, availability, feature set, how the components pair with the others, and then weighing the different trade-offs for my budget range and my particular use cases. Putting each component through that assessment process was valuable. Your videos were extremely helpful in my arriving at a system that is right-sized for me, at a cost that was acceptable to me. So, to reiterate -- thanks a lot! Best wishes and continued success for your channel.
Thank you Jason, I was actually looking for a new monitor and having this information really helps narrow down the search. I'd love to also see a 4K monitor video.
Glad this is helpful! And for 4k check out the Best Gaming Monitor 2023 video from a few months ago, we keep the links there updated daily as well so its got our up to date 4k recommendations (:
So glad to see someone say this. I have a 4090 and still have no intention of going 4k. Believe it or not, a lot of demanding titles cant run at 165hz at 4k, max quality. Id much rather have a smooth gaming experience than a few more pixels unless i had to use a giant screen. 1440p is the sweet spot.
Picked up the Acer Nitro XV272U from Microcenter recently, so happy I did! $250 for this guy is a steal! Solid build quality, color calibrated, G-Sync works. Vouch +1 for this. Thanks for covering this monitor, surprised channels like Hardware Unboxed haven't talked about it.
This is something to kinda keep in the back of my mind. Due to space, I'm kinda limited to 24" panels tops, and all of the recommended ones are at least 27. I'll be sticking to 1080p for now, but if there is/will be a good 24" 1440p panel out there, then I might consider it.
There is AOC Q24G2A, 1440p 165hz IPS, but so far it is only available in europe AFAIK (and in China). I've bought one myself, waiting for it to get delivered. Really wanted that high ppi, cause 92~ 1080p ppi just feels too low for me these days. Side effects of having 27" 4k as a second monitor i guess...
1440p is the way to go. Most 4k monitors just aren't there yet, and the ones that are at the level of quality are just too expensive. I have the Gigabyte M28U and got in for $520 but the HDMI 2.1 implementation isn't full bandwidth and only achieves signal parity because of display stream compression. Most 4k monitors have cut down/gimped HDMI 2.1 connections (24 gbps) and the PS5 does not support Display Stream Compression so it can only output at 4:2:2 120hz Not 4:4:4 RGB 120hz. Then moving up to 32" 4k monitors, many of them still have inferior input delay and pixel response times compared to 1440p monitors, especially at 60hz. I do not see any tangible benefits for visual clarity when I swap from a 27" 1440p monitor to a 28" 4k monitor. I have exhaustedly tested a variety of content on PC, PS5, and Series X on both the Gigabyte m27Q 1440p monitor and the Gogabyte M28U 4k monitor and the pixel density isn't advantageous at all in my opinion, at least not in games. At 27", 1440p is the perfect sweet spot for visual clarity, performance, fidelity and price. 4k monitors just aren't where they need to be, unless you have deep pockets.
Man, i still got this MSI Optix @1080p with my 3090, 5900x & 64g of Ram... i really think its time i upgrade my damn monitor. i only got $250ish to spend and there are sooo many options idk what to get. This video did helped
Hey Jason, i've been watching you for a while now, and I think it'd be really beneficial to the community if you made something like a discord server to connect your viewers. Not sure if you'd have time to manage smth like that but it's worth a shot! Keep up the great content!
Hello! We have thought about it but right now our three person two cat team is stretched too thin to take on a discord sever of that size. We have however just started Channel Memberships, you can check it out by clicking the "join" button under the videos. It allows easier communication through comments and right now we are doing a once a month live stream where we answer questions live. We are planing to start a channel member discord soon as that will be small enough for us to moderate for the moment. And of course I work hard to read all the comment and answer as many as I can no matter what outside the membership too (;
I play fighting games mostly for hours at a time.. I am afraid to get an OLED because I think the huds will burn in, but maybe I am wrong. I dig that refresh rate though.
They have made huge strides on that and I wouldn't worry about it anymore. We have an older C1 and have never had an issue, and the new ones are even better. But of course I always recommend buying from a retailer with good customer service just in case issues arise.
I bought an LG C2 55 for my TV. It has given me pause on buying an OLED for PC. It looks great but the 2nd gen OLED PC monitors need to deal with text and be more multi-functional. I have the M27QX and I think it looks better at times than my xbox X on the Oled TV. Don't underestimate the high refresh rate. I also noticed eye strain in the dark room with the Oled TV, base lighting is a must I think.
@@The23rdGamer The only thing is there is some IPS glow around the edges of mine. But I have kind of gotten used to it, the contrast is great and I have 6750 XT and most of the old games I play max out on medium to high settings. Diablo 4 runs great and looks great. I also use it for work with no problems. For the price you can't go wrong.
I was able to get a 1440p 144hz ASUS strix 27” monitor for somewhere under $200 on sale last fall. Was happy with that to pair with my 3060ti. I am happy as a clam with this combo for now. Big upgrade from a 1080p monitor with a gtx 1660 gpu.
@@eeoui0334 Yes, even if your GPU doesn't put out the maximum that the monitor is capable of. It's still a good idea to get as good a monitor as you can. After all, that's what you will spend most of your time looking at. If and when you upgrade your GPU, having a good quality, high refresh rate panel will continue to be a worthwhile buy, so long as the panel really is good quality and that includes what support you get. Check warranties for example carefully and avoid ones which only last for a year or so.
2 very important things to mention: 1.) Make sure to inform yourself about what panel type you need for your specific needs (gaming, work, watching movies + room brightness, angle etc are all important factors that can ruin your experience if not taken into consideration when buying a monitor). 2.) Be aware that, when you buy a higher refresh rate 1440p monitor, your GPU might not be able to fully utilize the high hz rate. My 6700XT doesnt come close to handling 120hz on high settings in modern AAA titles. And buying a higher hertz rate 1440p screen will basically force you to always buy a stronger GPU if u want to fully utilize the hertz rate in modern demanding games. In the end you didnt spend more money on a high refresh rate screen just to lower the settings in a game, right? Buying those monitors is a "bigger" decision than it might seem and has a significant impact on your set up 😅
Great video Jason I just wish you would have listed the differences between the odyssey G7 and G6, the G6 is a smart monitor and also has HDMI 2.1 the G7 has a hdmi 2.0. That could be a dealbreaker for some
As someone from EU, these lower prices are not really an option but Ive just gotten myself a LG27GN880-B for 330€ which was the best thing I couldve gotten when taking account for not needing to buy a monitor arm, couldnt be happier with it
I bought the Acer Nitro XV272UZ, it lacks G-sync, but is 240Hz(270Hz OC) (not 170Hz from the non-Z version you suggested) cost was about $220 when removing 25% VAT and converting currency (2990SEK). It works really nice with my A750.
@@cathdan It supports DP1.4 instead of 1.2 and can do 240Hz(270Hz OC) instead of just 170Hz. It's weight is only 4kg, instead of 5kg and draws a tiny bit more power in HDR.
currently running LG 27GL850 and 27GP850-B both were 500$ ish at that time but bought them as demo units so got about 10-20% off. Probably going to stick with LG in the future but current offering for 1440p that are "better" but not needed right now are 27" OLED and 32" Ultra gear model. Gonna wait till 27" Oleds drops in price. otherwise happy with these 2 IPS panels and almost the same screens.
Just got the 27 OLED LG and it sucks big time.... The text looks really and I mean really bad, its like I need prescription glasses to read it. Also headackes from it, only upside are the colors, which in truth look a bit too saturated for me.
I bought a 1440p capable card due to the vram requirements of 2023 but I dont want to be spoiled so I'm sticking to 1080p 165hz. The cost that goes along maintaining 1440p AAA gaming feels exponential overtime.
Dude! You are informative!! You saved me from wasting money on higher Hz since I'm stuck on console for now. I've been slowly learning what I'd want for my future PC build thanks for teaching me a lot in this video!! Coming from a brain fog person
Dude you saved me! I was about to buy a 1440p gaming monitor but I decided to wait till prime day. I was originally gonna buy the GIGABYTE M27Q non pro but now I know I'll buy the Acer Nitro. Thank you so much!
@@PCBuilderChannel i personally have the gigabyte 34in ultrawide BUT mine has a IPS panel even with it being curved!! I've been looking to replace my asus 24in and I think the acer or gigabyte 27in might be my go to. thanks again man
Hey Jason Love the videos just wanted to give you and the members a heads up. The alienware ultra wide can be had at Best buy for $799 if you take their $50 plus membership. So you're looking at $850 plus tax out the door. It looks like that deal is good for the next couple days
Ah, perfect timing. I only started looking around for a new monitor recently ever since I built a new PC. I picked the M27Q-X 27 after watching many other videos and then yours came out. I'm glad you validated my choice 👍
Ive been using my Asus rog pg278qr for the last 5 years and its been the best monitor ive ever owned, it was the jump from 1080p75hz to 1440p 144hz was insane but im looking for a modern screen now with an IPS panel and 240hz over my TN with 144/165. But where i live *THEY'RE ALL OUT OF STOCK* and i'd hate to dish out 1k on the asus juicer monitors but damn..they do look great...
i had the same monitor 😊 but now i upgradet from a 980ti to an rtx4080 so im looking for a new one, but have absolutly no clue about va, ips etc.pp ... would you tell me wich one you would buy nowadays? i cant decide because my lack of knowledge and don't get ver, smart in the internet too everything is as good as bad it seems 😅 so my new pc is sleeping since nearly 2 months now... glad if you had an idea for me 😊 budget between 700 an 1k (the money i spared by not buying a 4090 😅) thanks and if you can't help still all the best to you, cheers 😊
@@Huafhax with that budget i would get either the alienware 280hz 1440p monitor, the asus 360hz 1440p ips monitor or the 240hz asus OLED monitor. all 3 are excellent choices.
@@smiIingman thank's a lot man! 👍🏻😁 i am afraid of oled a little bit because of this whole burn in thing etc. but from an 980ti and tn panel i think i will be more than impressed without oled by going to a 4080 and away from tn 😅 would you be so kind to tell me zhe names of this monitors? because wehen i type asus for example there are 100 variations with 170hz fast ips up to 300hz with only one letter changed in the name 😅🙈 and i am too stupid to use google it seemes lol.. that's why i asked here 😜 if you have no time ill try to get the right one anyhow 😅 your answer helped me a lot even without names, hopefully find the right one then haha Thanks a lot for taking your time and helping me out!! 😁 have a good one, cheers
@@smiIingman just if your'e interested, ordered the g7, the other ones where out of stock and it costed me 444,- so if it is as amazing as most people say, i spared some money for the second monitor i'll need asap 👍🏻😅 maybe then i can get one of them you mentioned 🤔😅 and thank you again, cheers
@@PCBuilderChannel I would but unfortunately my schedule is really filled up from now until around the end of November, so even if I buy now, I won't get much time to actually use the things I bought. Still worth a check though in case any prices change and just kinda hover there even after Prime Day and Fantastech.
Jason, been following your vids for a while and find them very helpful. I have one request though: please stop saying 'this is the best time to...'. It cannot always be the best time to do something!
i dont leave comments on videos but this is exactly what i needed since my monitor recently died. Thank you so much! It's definitely what i needed since im a pc and ps5 gamer. Looking for the best of both worlds is tough but you sir are a godsend
Nabbed an Acer Predator XB273u KF, as far as I know only sold in EU. IPS, 1440p, 300hz that supports HDMI 2.1 for €499. Same panel as the XB273u GX. It is an amazing monitor if you play both pc and want VRR support for PS5 in 1440p.
One thing that is really making me upset while shopping for a monitor right now is the widespread lack of DisplayPort 1.4 in monitors. Why would you make a 1440p 170Hz 10 bit color monitor and then put a DisplayPort 1.2 port in there??? You can't even run it at those settings with that version, you either have to run it at 170Hz and 8 bit color or 120Hz and 10 bit color. All they have to do is add a DisplayPort 1.4, but I guess they are too cheap to do that. It is completely ridiculous that they are selling monitors that cannot even be used at their max settings that they advertise. All of the midrange monitors listed in this video would be a great option if it weren't for the fact that all of them only have DisplayPort 1.2. Please tell me that I'm not alone in recognizing this ridiculous situation.
you had a link for the HP Omen 27QS but you didnt talk about it in your video. how is this monitor at $369 and have 240hz and 2560x1440p is this monitor actually as good as its specs?
Thanks for the video. In the past few days my ViewSonic VX2758-2KP-MHD started malfunctioning and I had to replace it. After doing some research, I ended up buying the LG 27GP850P-B for 350 euros.
Hi Jason- I love your videos and help. I am confused by your monitor rankings sometimes. In your Best Game Monitor videos for 1440p 240Mhz monitors, I don't know which you prefer between: 1. GIGABYTE M27Q X 27" 2. Alienware AW2723DF Monitor will pull double duty as a main desktop monitor for office work as well, so text clarity is as important as streaming movies. Thank you!
Hey Jason, I live in Albania, and I found a Samsung Odyssey G55A - LED 27" for $290 (after 20% VAT). Do you think I should buy it? I will be getting a 6800xt and I was wondering if it would be a good purchase at 165 Hz.
Hi, can you please help me decide which monitor I should get? I'm between buying odyssey G5 144hz 27 inches and AOC C27G2ZE. Which one is more worth buying and generally better? Thank you!
This is one of my favorite PC channels. I appreciate you making this video, Jason. However, if you are watching this video looking for recommendation, please also watch Hardware/Monitor Unboxed review video on whatever monitor you are thinking about getting. Tim does a great job going in depth for basically every monitor on the market.
Would you recommend a 32" 2K monitor for gaming and watching videos/movie ? I know that 32" has less pixel density but it the difference that noticeable?
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What monitor are you currently using and what are you looking to upgrade to?
I just got my new monitor in from Newegg on Thursday. It's a Acer Predator 27" 270 Hz 1440p XB273U. They had it on sale for $399. I've only had it for a few days but it's buttery smooth in D4 :)
Nice!!
@@danabell2709So nice ! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@@PCBuilderChannelthat asrock 1080p monitor is $99 on newegg
I have an MSI Optix mag274qrf-qd (27", 1440p, 165Hz). I'm really satisfied with it so far.
This guy infects you with his enthusiasm. Quite refreshing among all the "pc review" channels out there in the wild.
Thank you for the awesome feedback! So glad you are enjoying (:
Quite "refreshing", I see what you did there.
He's the best one.
The monster is coming here: Ryzen 9 7950X3D, ASUS ROG Crosshair X670-E Extreme, 64 GB RAM, WC 360, RTX 4090 ASUS ROG STRIX, ASUS THOR 1200W.
pretty sure he was a tele salesman in the 80's-90s it just instantly comes to mind
5:38 To add onto this, if you buy a Gsync monitor with an AMD GPU you will use adaptive sync (which behaves pretty much exactly like gsync) you will also be able to use most of the premium Gsync features like variable overdrive and HDR.
One IMPORTANT thing to mention is that with specific partnerships that Nvidia has with companies like Asus is that they gatekeep (lock behind) firmware/software updates through the need of an Nvidia GPU, such as the PG27AQN which blocks ULMB from being updated onto the monitor if you have an AMD GPU. This has never really been a problem before since (usually) you would update through a USB on the monitor itself or even through the DP cable.
So in conclusion, in general you do not need to focus on whether the monitor is Gsync or not if you have an AMD GPU vice versa since most features work if not all, you just have to be careful with specific monitors that intentionally block firmware updates.
i have just today watched your older video about monitors and talked to a friend about this because i am building a new pc and want to get a 1440p monitor.
i go to work and as i get home, making something to eat i open youtube and see this video popping up, so glad you are keeping us updated! :)
Glad the timing was good! (;
I bought the 27" Alienware monitor and absolutely love it. For me its a huge jump from 140 Hz to 240/280. I enjoy my competive gaming lik csgo but also my more casual fun games like dbd. Im still looking for optimised setting for working. Glad for your recommandations i had this monitor on my radar for quite a time and im happy with my purchase.❤
Price?
@@Deadhumie ~$500
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So glad its helpful! Thank you for watching
Hi Jason!
Thanks for all your informative videos!
Recently I put together a budget/value build -- my first PC build!. While I made some specific adjustments on a few components based on local (to Canada) pricing and availability, as well as my own personal requirements, I'm confident my system would (mostly) meet your general approval.
What I appreciate from your videos is your emphasis on evaluating the different aspects of price, performance, brand quality, availability, feature set, how the components pair with the others, and then weighing the different trade-offs for my budget range and my particular use cases.
Putting each component through that assessment process was valuable. Your videos were extremely helpful in my arriving at a system that is right-sized for me, at a cost that was acceptable to me.
So, to reiterate -- thanks a lot! Best wishes and continued success for your channel.
Thank you so much for the amazing feedback! It really means a lot to me. So glad we could help and congrats on your new build!
Thank you Jason, I was actually looking for a new monitor and having this information really helps narrow down the search. I'd love to also see a 4K monitor video.
Glad this is helpful! And for 4k check out the Best Gaming Monitor 2023 video from a few months ago, we keep the links there updated daily as well so its got our up to date 4k recommendations (:
@@PCBuilderChannel I will go watch it now, thanks Jason 👍
Didnt know Saul Goodman is into gaming hardware
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Always a good day when PC builder posts a new vid
Hope you enjoy!!
So glad to see someone say this. I have a 4090 and still have no intention of going 4k.
Believe it or not, a lot of demanding titles cant run at 165hz at 4k, max quality. Id much rather have a smooth gaming experience than a few more pixels unless i had to use a giant screen. 1440p is the sweet spot.
For me also
Same. What monitor you got?
Picked up the Acer Nitro XV272U from Microcenter recently, so happy I did! $250 for this guy is a steal! Solid build quality, color calibrated, G-Sync works. Vouch +1 for this.
Thanks for covering this monitor, surprised channels like Hardware Unboxed haven't talked about it.
Thanks for writing this post, looks like you just made up my mind. I’m gonna pick this one up.
Any updated thoughts on it? Debating between it and the M27 atm
They improved the text clarity of M27Q in rev 2.0 , by changing the pixel layout to RGB.
Yeah I think they changed the name to m27q-p
This came out in the right time! Thanks!!
Perfect!
This is something to kinda keep in the back of my mind. Due to space, I'm kinda limited to 24" panels tops, and all of the recommended ones are at least 27. I'll be sticking to 1080p for now, but if there is/will be a good 24" 1440p panel out there, then I might consider it.
24 inch 1440p just isn't really a thing I'm afraid. So yes 1080p is the best option for now
There is AOC Q24G2A, 1440p 165hz IPS, but so far it is only available in europe AFAIK (and in China). I've bought one myself, waiting for it to get delivered. Really wanted that high ppi, cause 92~ 1080p ppi just feels too low for me these days. Side effects of having 27" 4k as a second monitor i guess...
Man you really cover every scenario for all types of consumers. I prefer less “gamer” looks for all my products and you even covered that. Thank you
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the feedback
Another great video. Thanks for your work, man! Have a great weekend, Jason & crew! 💯🙌
Thank you Thomas!! Have a great weekend too!
Im so happy that I bought a gigabyte m27q-pro for $299 I was using a 1080p monitor and holy dolly what a change! Lovin it so far!
Nice! Thanks for sharing
1440p is the way to go. Most 4k monitors just aren't there yet, and the ones that are at the level of quality are just too expensive. I have the Gigabyte M28U and got in for $520 but the HDMI 2.1 implementation isn't full bandwidth and only achieves signal parity because of display stream compression. Most 4k monitors have cut down/gimped HDMI 2.1 connections (24 gbps) and the PS5 does not support Display Stream Compression so it can only output at 4:2:2 120hz Not 4:4:4 RGB 120hz.
Then moving up to 32" 4k monitors, many of them still have inferior input delay and pixel response times compared to 1440p monitors, especially at 60hz. I do not see any tangible benefits for visual clarity when I swap from a 27" 1440p monitor to a 28" 4k monitor. I have exhaustedly tested a variety of content on PC, PS5, and Series X on both the Gigabyte m27Q 1440p monitor and the Gogabyte M28U 4k monitor and the pixel density isn't advantageous at all in my opinion, at least not in games.
At 27", 1440p is the perfect sweet spot for visual clarity, performance, fidelity and price. 4k monitors just aren't where they need to be, unless you have deep pockets.
Well currently the alinewere and accessories predator xb283k is the same price at this time on Amazon. So which would you choose 🤔
Is there a 1440p monitor recommend
Man, i still got this MSI Optix @1080p with my 3090, 5900x & 64g of Ram... i really think its time i upgrade my damn monitor. i only got $250ish to spend and there are sooo many options idk what to get. This video did helped
Glad you found it helpful! Keep checking back to the links to our recommendations in the description as prices are updated often :)
For those flat VA panel boomers like me, there is the "Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A 27". I like staying in the old and familiar.
I bought a 27 inch Benq Mobiuz 2710q to pair with my 5800x3d and 6750xt. Im Loving it. TY to share your knowledge and love with this community!
Thank you for sharing! So glad you are enjoying!
How are the FPS on average with the 6750XT on 1440pm
@@mc1996 140 average fps in Diablo IV at 1440p with ultra settings bro
Would be great if you could mention the amount of max nits each one of them can reach. Especially for the OLED panels
Really appreciate your videos. They are such good resources for looking through a bunch of monitors all at once. You enthusiasm is infectious.
Glad you like them! Thank you for sharing I appreciate it
Jason, what do you think of the new Alienware 27" AW2724DM?
I'm only seeing it for $400 right now, which is priced very high compared to the other options. But looks like a good monitor!
Thank you so much for going super in depth, I feel like no one else bothers to explain these things in detail
You're very welcome! Glad you enjoyed this one!
The lg 27” oled accepts the full 48gbps hdmi 2.1 vs the asus oled which is limited. This was crucial for me when making my choice between the two.
Perfect time for this bid. I got a 6800xt and now im planning on upgrading from 1080 to 1440.
Awesome! Thats a great GPU for it
Hey Jason, i've been watching you for a while now, and I think it'd be really beneficial to the community if you made something like a discord server to connect your viewers. Not sure if you'd have time to manage smth like that but it's worth a shot! Keep up the great content!
Hello! We have thought about it but right now our three person two cat team is stretched too thin to take on a discord sever of that size. We have however just started Channel Memberships, you can check it out by clicking the "join" button under the videos. It allows easier communication through comments and right now we are doing a once a month live stream where we answer questions live. We are planing to start a channel member discord soon as that will be small enough for us to moderate for the moment. And of course I work hard to read all the comment and answer as many as I can no matter what outside the membership too (;
I play fighting games mostly for hours at a time.. I am afraid to get an OLED because I think the huds will burn in, but maybe I am wrong. I dig that refresh rate though.
They have made huge strides on that and I wouldn't worry about it anymore. We have an older C1 and have never had an issue, and the new ones are even better. But of course I always recommend buying from a retailer with good customer service just in case issues arise.
Yeah I heard its even recommended to use like liquid 3D backgrounds so the taskbar doesnt "burn in"..Seems like a big downer when buying OLED.
@Greenalex89 We've never needed to with our C1, and again newer OLED is even better around it. So personally I wouldn't worry about it
@@PCBuilderChannel Next time I win the lottery I will buy an OLED for sure then 🤗
I bought an LG C2 55 for my TV. It has given me pause on buying an OLED for PC. It looks great but the 2nd gen OLED PC monitors need to deal with text and be more multi-functional. I have the M27QX and I think it looks better at times than my xbox X on the Oled TV. Don't underestimate the high refresh rate. I also noticed eye strain in the dark room with the Oled TV, base lighting is a must I think.
So you like the M27Q-X? This information is hugely useful.
thank you for sharing!
@@The23rdGamer The only thing is there is some IPS glow around the edges of mine. But I have kind of gotten used to it, the contrast is great and I have 6750 XT and most of the old games I play max out on medium to high settings. Diablo 4 runs great and looks great. I also use it for work with no problems. For the price you can't go wrong.
THIS WAS THE MOST detailed and specific VIDEO ON MONITORS EVER I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!! KEEP IT UP MY MAN
So glad that you appreciated this one!! And thank you for watching :))
I was able to get a 1440p 144hz ASUS strix 27” monitor for somewhere under $200 on sale last fall.
Was happy with that to pair with my 3060ti.
I am happy as a clam with this combo for now.
Big upgrade from a 1080p monitor with a gtx 1660 gpu.
Nice!! And thanks for sharing
i just built a ryzen 5 5600 + rx6600, i can use a 1440p high refresh rate monitor right?
@@eeoui0334 Yes, even if your GPU doesn't put out the maximum that the monitor is capable of. It's still a good idea to get as good a monitor as you can. After all, that's what you will spend most of your time looking at. If and when you upgrade your GPU, having a good quality, high refresh rate panel will continue to be a worthwhile buy, so long as the panel really is good quality and that includes what support you get. Check warranties for example carefully and avoid ones which only last for a year or so.
Almost done, just looking for the monitor for my build. This channel has been so helpful for first timers
Glad you've found the channel helpful. Almost there! :)
2 very important things to mention: 1.) Make sure to inform yourself about what panel type you need for your specific needs (gaming, work, watching movies + room brightness, angle etc are all important factors that can ruin your experience if not taken into consideration when buying a monitor).
2.) Be aware that, when you buy a higher refresh rate 1440p monitor, your GPU might not be able to fully utilize the high hz rate. My 6700XT doesnt come close to handling 120hz on high settings in modern AAA titles. And buying a higher hertz rate 1440p screen will basically force you to always buy a stronger GPU if u want to fully utilize the hertz rate in modern demanding games. In the end you didnt spend more money on a high refresh rate screen just to lower the settings in a game, right?
Buying those monitors is a "bigger" decision than it might seem and has a significant impact on your set up 😅
Good tips (:
I have a 6800xt speedster merc 319. Can I still play on high settings with the 1440p with atleast 144hz?
wow JUST as i’m looking for a new 144p 240hz to replace my 144hz he that stopped working, you never fail to help when i need it ♥️
Love it when we nail the timing! (;
I actually think the m27q-x is superior to the aw2723df, the aw has so much ips glow and blb it can be very distracting.
I love your videos man straight to point and relevant
Thank you! That's good to hear
Great video Jason I just wish you would have listed the differences between the odyssey G7 and G6, the G6 is a smart monitor and also has HDMI 2.1 the G7 has a hdmi 2.0. That could be a dealbreaker for some
As someone from EU, these lower prices are not really an option but Ive just gotten myself a LG27GN880-B for 330€ which was the best thing I couldve gotten when taking account for not needing to buy a monitor arm, couldnt be happier with it
330EUR, holy hell. I can only find ones that are 700+ around me..
I bought the Acer Nitro XV272UZ, it lacks G-sync, but is 240Hz(270Hz OC) (not 170Hz from the non-Z version you suggested) cost was about $220 when removing 25% VAT and converting currency (2990SEK).
It works really nice with my A750.
What is the diff between this and xv275u
@@cathdan It supports DP1.4 instead of 1.2 and can do 240Hz(270Hz OC) instead of just 170Hz. It's weight is only 4kg, instead of 5kg and draws a tiny bit more power in HDR.
@@magnusnilsson9792 hi so which is better since both are same price in my country
@@cathdan If you have don't have a Nvidia GPU, get the XV272UZ, with a Nvidia GPU it's a toss up.
@@magnusnilsson9792 isn’t xv275u is 2023 model, how come the technology is still same as 2021 xv272u?
Thanks, Jason…ur the goat🧍🏽♂️
Much appreciated, happy to help! And thank you for your support!
currently running LG 27GL850 and 27GP850-B both were 500$ ish at that time but bought them as demo units so got about 10-20% off. Probably going to stick with LG in the future but current offering for 1440p that are "better" but not needed right now are 27" OLED and 32" Ultra gear model. Gonna wait till 27" Oleds drops in price. otherwise happy with these 2 IPS panels and almost the same screens.
Just got the 27 OLED LG and it sucks big time.... The text looks really and I mean really bad, its like I need prescription glasses to read it. Also headackes from it, only upside are the colors, which in truth look a bit too saturated for me.
Hey how is the contrast ratio on the gp850? Is it really bad in games with dark blacks?
Perfect timing since I've just started looking for what 1440p monitor to get as an upgrade from my 1080p monitor
Love it when the timing is good!
I bought a 1440p capable card due to the vram requirements of 2023 but I dont want to be spoiled so I'm sticking to 1080p 165hz. The cost that goes along maintaining 1440p AAA gaming feels exponential overtime.
I’ve been shopping for hours for a monitor. Thanks for putting me on the Acer!
Couldn’t have come at a better time for me!! Cheers Jason!
Love it when the timing is good!
I don't know how you knew, but I was just searching for new 1440p monitors last night and couldn't find a newer video, life saver
We were hoping this was good timing for folks!
Welcome back IIII’M JASON! Thst phrase got me through some of the darker parts of Covid times
That's good to hear. Glad we could be there for you. Sending best wishes!
What do you think about the KOORUI Gaming Monitor 27 inch 240hz for 333€? Is the image quality, response time and other things good?
Great video! Keep up the good work!
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed this one!
Dude! You are informative!! You saved me from wasting money on higher Hz since I'm stuck on console for now. I've been slowly learning what I'd want for my future PC build thanks for teaching me a lot in this video!! Coming from a brain fog person
I NEEDED to see this video, thank you so much!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching
Dude you saved me! I was about to buy a 1440p gaming monitor but I decided to wait till prime day. I was originally gonna buy the GIGABYTE M27Q non pro but now I know I'll buy the Acer Nitro. Thank you so much!
I think you will love it! Glad we could help
Thx for the in-depth recommendations !!
So glad its helpful! Thank you for watching
YES JASON THANK YOU !!! I KNOW YOU WERE SICK OF ME ASKING OVER AND OVER LOL . YOURE THE BEST
haha! We got you Jay (;
@@PCBuilderChannel i personally have the gigabyte 34in ultrawide BUT mine has a IPS panel even with it being curved!! I've been looking to replace my asus 24in and I think the acer or gigabyte 27in might be my go to. thanks again man
thanks for this. I actually learned a lot & you answered the questions I had.
So glad it was helpful!
Hey Jason Love the videos just wanted to give you and the members a heads up. The alienware ultra wide can be had at Best buy for $799 if you take their $50 plus membership. So you're looking at $850 plus tax out the door. It looks like that deal is good for the next couple days
Ah, perfect timing. I only started looking around for a new monitor recently ever since I built a new PC. I picked the M27Q-X 27 after watching many other videos and then yours came out. I'm glad you validated my choice 👍
Glad we could help!
Hello, let me know please, buy this monitor or not? Has he bad side?
@@rcknrllrom_guitar It's a great monitor IF you can buy it. It's been sold out for months now, that's how good it is.
Snapped up 2 of the Acer monitors you recommended, great video and thanks for making a detailed/difficult process easy to understand
Nice! Glad you got what you needed and that it was helpful!
my boy Jason always got you covered💪💪
You know it! Thanks for the support!
Ive been using my Asus rog pg278qr for the last 5 years and its been the best monitor ive ever owned, it was the jump from 1080p75hz to 1440p 144hz was insane but im looking for a modern screen now with an IPS panel and 240hz over my TN with 144/165.
But where i live *THEY'RE ALL OUT OF STOCK* and i'd hate to dish out 1k on the asus juicer monitors but damn..they do look great...
i had the same monitor 😊 but now i upgradet from a 980ti to an rtx4080 so im looking for a new one, but have absolutly no clue about va, ips etc.pp ... would you tell me wich one you would buy nowadays? i cant decide because my lack of knowledge and don't get ver, smart in the internet too everything is as good as bad it seems 😅 so my new pc is sleeping since nearly 2 months now... glad if you had an idea for me 😊 budget between 700 an 1k (the money i spared by not buying a 4090 😅) thanks and if you can't help still all the best to you, cheers 😊
@@Huafhax with that budget i would get either the alienware 280hz 1440p monitor, the asus 360hz 1440p ips monitor or the 240hz asus OLED monitor. all 3 are excellent choices.
@@smiIingman thank's a lot man! 👍🏻😁 i am afraid of oled a little bit because of this whole burn in thing etc. but from an 980ti and tn panel i think i will be more than impressed without oled by going to a 4080 and away from tn 😅 would you be so kind to tell me zhe names of this monitors? because wehen i type asus for example there are 100 variations with 170hz fast ips up to 300hz with only one letter changed in the name 😅🙈 and i am too stupid to use google it seemes lol.. that's why i asked here 😜 if you have no time ill try to get the right one anyhow 😅 your answer helped me a lot even without names, hopefully find the right one then haha
Thanks a lot for taking your time and helping me out!! 😁 have a good one, cheers
@@smiIingman oh dear.. me genius 😅 those out of the video i think, logically? haha thank you man! 😁
@@smiIingman just if your'e interested, ordered the g7, the other ones where out of stock and it costed me 444,- so if it is as amazing as most people say, i spared some money for the second monitor i'll need asap 👍🏻😅 maybe then i can get one of them you mentioned 🤔😅 and thank you again, cheers
Just the video I was looking for! This should be really helpful when I'm upgrading my setup over the Thanksgiving and Black Friday deals season.
Glad we can help! And there is Prime Day and Newegg Fantastech sales coming next week so you might check those out as well
@@PCBuilderChannel I would but unfortunately my schedule is really filled up from now until around the end of November, so even if I buy now, I won't get much time to actually use the things I bought. Still worth a check though in case any prices change and just kinda hover there even after Prime Day and Fantastech.
That was exactly what i was looking for. He covered everything, especially the part about series X. Thanks man!
So glad it was helpful!
Jason, been following your vids for a while and find them very helpful. I have one request though: please stop saying 'this is the best time to...'. It cannot always be the best time to do something!
Jason so the alienware or Samsung g7! Which one would you pick?
When did the PS5 start supporting Freesync? I thought it only supported Vesa’s VRR tech over HDMI 2.1
What do you think of the Dell 27 Gaming Monitor - G2724D? It is 249dollars at Dell.
i dont leave comments on videos but this is exactly what i needed since my monitor recently died. Thank you so much! It's definitely what i needed since im a pc and ps5 gamer. Looking for the best of both worlds is tough but you sir are a godsend
So glad to hear this was helpful! Thank you!
Great video lots of good info
Happy that we could help. Hope you keep enjoying the content!
I already bought the LG 27GP850-B for $346.99 on Amazon for my monitor upgrade from 1080 but still love these videos 🔥🔥
Nice! Glad you got what you needed, and are enjoying the content (:
Great video, I have the Samsung Odyssey G7 and love it
Thanks for sharing!
Jason! This is perfect as I'm just now building a 1440p beast. Thanks so much.
Love it when we nail the timing! Best wishes on your build (:
Nabbed an Acer Predator XB273u KF, as far as I know only sold in EU. IPS, 1440p, 300hz that supports HDMI 2.1 for €499. Same panel as the XB273u GX. It is an amazing monitor if you play both pc and want VRR support for PS5 in 1440p.
Genuinely such a phenomenally informative video. Took me at least an hour of research to learn the things this video gives away all in one place
So glad this was helpful!
The Asus TUF VG27AQML1A will be my next monitor. 27” 240hz 1440p ips for $399
One thing that is really making me upset while shopping for a monitor right now is the widespread lack of DisplayPort 1.4 in monitors. Why would you make a 1440p 170Hz 10 bit color monitor and then put a DisplayPort 1.2 port in there??? You can't even run it at those settings with that version, you either have to run it at 170Hz and 8 bit color or 120Hz and 10 bit color. All they have to do is add a DisplayPort 1.4, but I guess they are too cheap to do that. It is completely ridiculous that they are selling monitors that cannot even be used at their max settings that they advertise. All of the midrange monitors listed in this video would be a great option if it weren't for the fact that all of them only have DisplayPort 1.2. Please tell me that I'm not alone in recognizing this ridiculous situation.
Im getting the Acer Nitro XV272U, cant wait to switch from 1080p and be able to experience some of the amazing looking ps5 games at 1440p!
great vid bro
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed!
Just bought a 1440p 32 inch monitor for 340 EUR (285 without tax). Very excited for it to arrive :)
Got the Acer Nitro coming in tomorrow!
Hi, shall i go with LG 27GR75Q or KTC H27T22?
What do you think about the LG 27GP850P?
you had a link for the HP Omen 27QS but you didnt talk about it in your video. how is this monitor at $369 and have 240hz and 2560x1440p is this monitor actually as good as its specs?
Thanks for the video. In the past few days my ViewSonic VX2758-2KP-MHD started malfunctioning and I had to replace it. After doing some research, I ended up buying the LG 27GP850P-B for 350 euros.
Hi Jason- I love your videos and help. I am confused by your monitor rankings sometimes. In your Best Game Monitor videos for 1440p 240Mhz monitors, I don't know which you prefer between:
1. GIGABYTE M27Q X 27"
2. Alienware AW2723DF
Monitor will pull double duty as a main desktop monitor for office work as well, so text clarity is as important as streaming movies.
Thank you!
The Gigabyte
Hey Jason,
I live in Albania, and I found a Samsung Odyssey G55A - LED 27" for $290 (after 20% VAT). Do you think I should buy it? I will be getting a 6800xt and I was wondering if it would be a good purchase at 165 Hz.
Hi, can you please help me decide which monitor I should get? I'm between buying odyssey G5 144hz 27 inches and AOC C27G2ZE. Which one is more worth buying and generally better? Thank you!
Really great info regarding Freesync, that is a noteworthy change in thenmarketplace since my time shopping for a monitor.
This is one of my favorite PC channels. I appreciate you making this video, Jason. However, if you are watching this video looking for recommendation, please also watch Hardware/Monitor Unboxed review video on whatever monitor you are thinking about getting. Tim does a great job going in depth for basically every monitor on the market.
Much appreciated, thanks for watching! We love him!
Thank you again for all your hard work and love to your cats ❤️
Thank you! The cats appreciate it (;
I saw aoc monitor curved, 32" 2k 165 hz, from microcenter, how are the aoc monitors?
Is the normal 27Q still good? my country doesn't have the pro on sale
Howdy Jason love your energy!!! Been watching your channel for a few months and I gotta say. Keep up the great work bud!!!
Thank you! Really appreciate the feedback!
Easily the most intuitive, modest, and user friendly pc TH-camr out there keep up what you're doing man you're awesome !
I appreciate that thank you!
@PCBuilderChannel and you reply holy man you're just so awesome just never go man you make learning pcs easy and fun
Hello
How about the Acer X45? Should I wait for this or get the XENEON Flex from Corsair? Thanks
Would you recommend a 32" 2K monitor for gaming and watching videos/movie ? I know that 32" has less pixel density but it the difference that noticeable?
awesome, thanks
For sure! Thank you for watching!
best tech channel love your vids
Thank you!! So glad you are enjoying!
Great information. I just ordered the as rock monitor thanks for all you do
Nice! Its a crazy good deal