{"id":3102,"date":"2020-04-17T16:19:18","date_gmt":"2020-04-17T16:19:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gamerevolution.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/?p=3102"},"modified":"2023-05-30T17:44:04","modified_gmt":"2023-05-30T17:44:04","slug":"the-5-best-gaming-monitors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/the-5-best-gaming-monitors\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best Gaming Monitors"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>1.\u00a0ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q 27&#8243; Gaming Monitor<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/PG279Q-DisplayPort-Adjustable-Ergonomic-EyeCare\/dp\/B017EVR2VM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/PG279Q-DisplayPort-Adjustable-Ergonomic-EyeCare\/dp\/B017EVR2VM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41mOpVdKIpL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/PG279Q-DisplayPort-Adjustable-Ergonomic-EyeCare\/dp\/B017EVR2VM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Best Gaming Monitor For Most People <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">Moderately priced with tons of advanced specs, the 27-inch ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q is a top monitor and a great value. <\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Overall<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/PG279Q-DisplayPort-Adjustable-Ergonomic-EyeCare\/dp\/B017EVR2VM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>If you&#8217;re a serious gamer who&#8217;s looking to get the most value out of their monitor, the ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q is an ideal choice. The 27-inch model has been heralded as one of the most well-rounded on the market, thanks to its combination of high refresh rate, decent resolution, and reasonable price tag. The WQHD IPS panel is capable of 165Hz with overclocking, giving it a leg up on most of its standard 144Hz competitors, and the 1440p resolution ensures visuals are crisp and colorful. As if that wasn&#8217;t enough, the NVIDIA G-Sync technology helps to minimize stutter and screen tearing, resulting in even smoother performance.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Low blue light and flicker-free modes<\/li>\n<li>Lots of connection options<\/li>\n<li>Thin bezels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Not for AMD users<\/li>\n<li>No HDR<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>2. Razer Raptor 27&#8243; Gaming Monitor<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Razer-Raptor-Gaming-Monitor-Compatible\/dp\/B085K647FM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Razer-Raptor-Gaming-Monitor-Compatible\/dp\/B085K647FM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41pYNCMZLiL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Razer-Raptor-Gaming-Monitor-Compatible\/dp\/B085K647FM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Game In Style<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">Razer's new Raptor 27\" represents an excellent -- not to mention colorful -- take on the gaming monitor. <\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Runner-Up<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Razer-Raptor-Gaming-Monitor-Compatible\/dp\/B085K647FM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>Emblazoned with the brand&#8217;s signature lighting and suite of color effects, the 27-inch Razer Raptor clearly deserves the award for best-looking monitor around. But it also happens to be one of the best in general, thanks to a host of competitive performance specs that put it on par with other leading models in the gaming sphere. Those include a 2560 x 1400 IPS panel that covers a huge swath of the sRGB color gamut as well as supports HDR400, ensuring a vibrant and rich picture, but also a blazing fast 144Hz refresh rate and 1 millisecond response time. It&#8217;s also extremely flexible, being compatible with AMD Freesync and NVIDIA G-sync standards.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ultra low motion blur technology<\/li>\n<li>Works with other Razer products<\/li>\n<li>Wide and sturdy base<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Height adjustment is limited<\/li>\n<li>Design is not for everyone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>3. <span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\">Acer Predator X27 Gaming Monitor<\/span><\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Acer-Predator-X27-bmiphzx-Monitor\/dp\/B07CWDBL39\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Acer-Predator-X27-bmiphzx-Monitor\/dp\/B07CWDBL39\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41u5wddr-TL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Acer-Predator-X27-bmiphzx-Monitor\/dp\/B07CWDBL39\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Mother Of All Monitors <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">The 27-inch Acer Predator X27 is one of the best 4K monitors money can buy. <\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best High-End 4K<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Acer-Predator-X27-bmiphzx-Monitor\/dp\/B07CWDBL39\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>When you&#8217;re ready to advance to the big leagues, few monitors will enhance your visual experience during game play like the Acer Predator X27. \u00a0The 27-inch, IPS widescreen model offers one of the most brilliant viewing panels of any 4K monitor out there, displaying everything from first-person shooters to expansive role-playing games in ultra high-definition. At 3840 x 2160, the picture is crisp and clear, and the 144Hz refresh rate, together with a 4 millisecond response time, ensures you never miss a beat of the action. The only problem is the price &#8212; and like the monitor&#8217;s performance itself, it&#8217;s a doozy.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1000 nit peak brightness<\/li>\n<li>Eight pre-set gaming modes<\/li>\n<li>Adjustable hood<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Only G-Sync compatible<\/li>\n<li>Very expensive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>4. Alienware AW3420DW 34 Inch Gaming Monitor<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Alienware-Curved-NVIDIA-Edgelight-Monitor\/dp\/B07YLGH9Q5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Alienware-Curved-NVIDIA-Edgelight-Monitor\/dp\/B07YLGH9Q5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41P2wnjbPsL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Alienware-Curved-NVIDIA-Edgelight-Monitor\/dp\/B07YLGH9Q5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Supersize Your Viewing Screen<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">The 34-inch Alienware AW3420DW is a premium ultra-wide, curved monitor with a premium price tag.<\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Ultra-Wide<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Alienware-Curved-NVIDIA-Edgelight-Monitor\/dp\/B07YLGH9Q5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>Dedicated fans of open-world role-playing games like Cyberpunk or Red Dead Redemption know that to truly appreciate them in all their immersive, cinematic glory, you need a bigger screen. That&#8217;s where ultra-wide monitors like the Alienware AW3420DW come in. At 34 inches, with a curved, 1900R, 21:9 display, it offers one of the widest and richest viewing experiences around, allowing you to take in every beam of sunlight, drop of sweat, and contour of landscape more fully than on a tradition 27-inch screen. It&#8217;s expensive, yes, but your eyes will undoubtedly thank you for the investment.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Whopping 4.9 million pixels<\/li>\n<li>4 USB ports<\/li>\n<li>Stand-out industrial design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Very pricey<\/li>\n<li>Brightness is subpar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>5. ViewSonic XG2702 Gaming Monitor<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ViewSonic-VX2252MH-Gaming-Monitor-Inputs\/dp\/B00EZSUWFG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ViewSonic-VX2252MH-Gaming-Monitor-Inputs\/dp\/B00EZSUWFG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41k-kxJvn-L.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ViewSonic-VX2252MH-Gaming-Monitor-Inputs\/dp\/B00EZSUWFG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">For Cost-Conscious Gamers<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">With a 144Hz refresh rate and Freesync support, the ViewSonic XG2702 offers reliable performance at an entry-level price. <\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best On A Budget<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ViewSonic-VX2252MH-Gaming-Monitor-Inputs\/dp\/B00EZSUWFG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>You don&#8217;t have to spend a ton of money to get decent features and performance out of your monitor, as the ViewSonic XG2702 so clearly demonstrates. For a fraction of the cost of other premium monitors, the 27-inch model offers a sharp, fluid display that should satisfy even particularly scrutinizing gamers, with a 144Hz refresh rate and a full HD, 1080p resolution. It also supports Freesync technology, making it suitable for AMD users, and boasts a wide array of connection options for those who like to keep their setup flexible.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 millisecond response time<\/li>\n<li>Customizable game modes<\/li>\n<li>Adjustable stand<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Color accuracy could be better<\/li>\n<li>Clunky design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<p><strong>How do gaming monitors differ from regular ones?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Because one of the primary requirements of gaming is the ability to respond to stimuli quickly, gaming monitors are usually designed with a higher refresh rates, low input lag, and faster response times. All of these help provide you with a competitive advantage, whether its against other people in multiplayer games or otherwise. Being able to react even a millisecond quicker than your opponent could be the difference between winning and losing a match, so you can see why a monitor built to provide you with that advantage is desirable.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What size panel should I buy?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This totally depends upon the time of games you\u2019ll be playing most frequently. If you\u2019re all-in on MMORPGs or other world-based single-player games, you\u2019ll likely want to enjoy the highly-detailed environments that are designed purely for your gaming pleasure, and a bigger screen will help you do this. To miss out on the beauty of a game like Witcher 3, for example, would be a shame.<\/p>\n<p>Bigger doesn\u2019t always mean better, though. Competitive gamers usually aim for a 24\u2033 monitor, although 27\u2033 is popular too. Playing a first-person shooter with a monitor that\u2019s too big would result in you having to be more precise with your aim. A smaller monitor requires less motion, both from your mouse-holding hand and from your eyes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1.\u00a0ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q 27&#8243; Gaming Monitor If you&#8217;re a serious gamer who&#8217;s looking to get the most value out of their monitor, the ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q is an ideal choice. The 27-inch model has been heralded as one of the most well-rounded on the market, thanks to its combination of high refresh rate, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":33,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1009,1010],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3102"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/33"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3102"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3102\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3116,"href":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3102\/revisions\/3116"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3102"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3102"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3102"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}