LG Display, a global leader in display technologies, is taking gaming to a new level with the mass production of its new gaming OLED panels, reports PR Newswire. These panels offer unprecedented flexibility as users can adjust the refresh rate and resolution to their individual needs while gaming. Unique technology for a dynamic gaming experience [...]
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With a breathtaking refresh rate of 540 Hz and a lightning-fast response time of 0.2 ms (GtG), the AG246FK offers a smooth and responsive gaming experience that will delight even the most demanding gamers. Technical data at a glance: Display: 24.1 inch TN panel Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels (Full HD) Refresh rate: 540 Hz Response time: 0.2 ms [...]
ASUS presented two new monitors from its Pro Art Display series at the NAB 2024 trade fair, which may be of interest to some. The first of these is the ProArt Display PA32KCX, which measures 7680 x 4320, i.e. 32 inches with 8K picture quality. This is said to be the world’s first professional 8K mini LED monitor. The average ΔE value is said [...]
Yes yes, the Philips EVNIA 34M2C8600. A name that goes down the gullet like liquid sunlight. All joking aside! The Philips offers the same first-generation Samsung QD-OLED panel that Alienware, MSI and Samsung themselves also have in their range. So we get a 3440 x 1440p ultrawide monitor with 175 Hz refresh rate and 1800R Curved. It also comes [...]
Don’t touch it! Anyone who works with a multi-monitor setup or has had the pleasure of setting one up will be familiar with the situation – once you’ve accidentally touched it, days of adjustment are a waste of time. Read on to find out how to prevent this situation. When I was asked some time ago whether I had the time and [...]
But it’s about time there were 32-inch monitors with OLED panels – or what do you think? Today we take a closer look at the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM. A monitor in 16:9 format with a resolution of 3840 x 2160p and a refresh rate of up to 240 Hz. The built-in panel comes from Samsung Display, a 3rd generation QD-OLED panel with a slightly [...]
ASUS is expanding its ROG Strix series with two new gaming monitors, reports TweakTown: the XG27UCS and the XG27ACS. Both models offer innovative features designed to enhance the gaming experience, including an integrated smartphone holder and a compact stand design for a minimal footprint. Revolutionary stand design with smartphone holder: The [...]
LG has recently released the full specifications and pricing for three more models of its high-end 4K UltraGear monitor, which were announced back in December last year. These new models, namely the 34GS95QE, the 39GS95QE and the 45GS95QE, all offer an impressive resolution of 3440 x 1440 pixels. The model names already give an indication of their [...]
Finally, an LG OLED panel in ultrawide 3440 x 1440p format, but this time on 34 inches. ASUS ROG is launching the Swift PG34WCDM onto the market. I was lucky enough to be able to test the monitor before the official launch. Unfortunately, the PG34WCDM still has the old RWBG subpixel layout and not the previously announced RWGB layout. It’s a [...]
LG’s roadmap has enormous significance for the display industry, as the company has a significant influence on market trends. In 2024, LG plans to drive the markets forward with the refinement of existing technologies and the introduction of new customized solutions for specific target groups. The company intends to add WOLED panels as well [...]
Xiaomi may not have made much progress in the PC industry, but it remains committed to the sector. A notable example of this is the launch of a “decent” AMD Ryzen “Phoenix” APU laptop with amazing capabilities. In addition, the company has unveiled the new Redmi G Pro gaming monitor, which, at least on paper, seems to be a [...]
The ASUS ROG series enjoys great popularity due to its performance, appealing design and user-oriented features. The new ROG STRIX XG259QNS is no exception and is aimed at “hardcore gamers” who want to maximize their in-game performance by using the equipment they already have. The XG259QNS features a 24.5-inch “Fast IPS” [...]
I’ve been officially testing monitors at Igor’sLab for almost two years now. I started out quite rudimentary with a very cheap colorimeter, the SpyderX and a mixture of DisplayCal and the SpyderX software. Everyone starts small, of course. The whole thing then developed quite quickly and we gradually upgraded and managed to get [...]
Before I focus on the new flagship models with OLED panels in 2024, let’s take a look at one of the cheapest entry-level gaming or home office/second monitors that you can currently buy. The ASUS VA24ECE comes with a 24-inch 1920 x 1080p Full HD IPS panel and a maximum refresh rate of 75 Hz. I can’t tell you which manufacturer the [...]
Just in time for CES, ASUS presents the new ROG SWIFT OLED and QD OLED gaming monitor range, featuring the latest 3rd generation OLED technology. These monitors offer a 30% brighter display, clearer pixel edges and extremely low motion blur. The monitors are available in a range of sizes including 27-inch, 32-inch, 34-inch and 39-inch. In [...]
In 2024, MSI is launching its new QD OLED gaming monitor family, which includes several models from the MPG & MAG series. Leaks have previously hinted at an imminent release of QD OLED gaming monitors from MSI. Now the company has decided to present its lineup before and then at CES 2024. In total, the family includes five new models, with [...]
Today I’m taking a look at the “new” second monitor from Wellenbrecher. Some of you may have noticed that Wellenbrecher is a “lucky guy” when it comes to buying monitors. He bought the MSI Optix MAG274QRX four times and still ended up with a monitor with pixel errors on the panel. A real quality chaos, there’s [...]
So anyone who really believes that everything used to be cheaper is very much mistaken. Just compare salaries and prices! Computers are a luxury good. And gold-plated accessories are as old as the PC price list. But who am I telling? If you browse through yesterday’s advertisements today, it can make you feel really sick. But just before [...]
Today’s monitor was not sent to me by the manufacturer, as is usually the case. I bought it myself, but I’m going to be harsh on Samsung and AMD at one point or another. I can already say that in advance. The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 is one of a total of four QD OLED monitors on the market. It has the same 3440 x 1440p resolution and [...]
I don’t know how long it’s actually been since MSI announced this monitor. After what feels like an eternity, the time has finally come – the MSI MEG342C QD-OLED is on my playing field. A 34-inch ultrawide monitor with a maximum resolution of 3440 x 1440p and a refresh rate of 175 Hz. The RRP of the MEG342C is 1,499 euros [...]
Today the time has finally come, I have the first VA panel in my test. This means that I have now tested all the current display types. Introducing the Cooler Master GA271. I wouldn’t normally take a look at this monitor, but the RRP of 159.90 euros immediately got me interested. A monitor with a resolution of 2560 x 1440p and 100 Hz refresh [...]
If you think I’m going to take another look at a monitor I’ve already tested, you’re not wrong. Visually, the KTC M27P20 Pro (M27P20P) looks extremely similar to the Cooler Master Tempest GP27U. You could almost call them identical twins. The built-in panel from AU-Optronics is also the same as the GP27U. The Cooler Master [...]
How much can you go wrong when choosing a monitor, even if reviews of it are positive? A lot, because a review can often only assess the manufacturer’s quality control to a limited extent, unless there are more reports of faulty or defective copies of a device. However, if you get (obviously several times) a Monday device, then Murphy is [...]
Today we’ll take a look at a monitor that is somehow different. Different in the sense of the target group. Different compared to most monitors on the market. The BenQ ZOWIE XL2566K was developed and designed specifically for eSports professionals. I really wanted to take a look at this monitor, because in terms of motion clarity, the [...]
Another OLED monitor from LG wants to be tested. Most will already know the panel from the Corsair Xeneon Flex. The two share the genes. The WOLED panel comes from LG displays and measures 45 inches diagonally and is 800R curved. Unfortunately, the display only comes with a resolution of 3440 x 1440p at 240 Hz refresh rate. Personally, I would [...]
Today I’ll take a look at a monitor that is often recommended by YouTubers as a cheap entry-level gaming monitor. The monitor only costs about 110 Euros when new. I was able to buy the monitor for 75 euros (still with foil on it) almost new via classifieds. I myself don’t need the Samsung Full HD monitor – also known as [...]
With Cooler Master, we have another player in the monitor market. And with the GP27U, Cooler Master is damn serious and goes “all in”. The UHD panel with 3840 x 2160p resolution comes with a refresh rate of 160 Hz. The panel itself comes from AU-Optronics – Fast IPS and Quantum Dot enhanced with 576 dimming zones and a mini-LED [...]
We recently wrote about the LG UltraGear 27GR95QE-B in a detailed article, and I recommend it to those who already want to buy an OLED monitor. The OLED monitors are currently still quite expensive, but compared to some IPS or VA alternatives – especially the LG 27GR95QE – offers decisive advantages. Contrast and HDR gaming – [...]
Whenever you think IPS panels have reached the end of their raison d’être, ASUS ROG comes along. They’re sending another monitor into the race to win the favor of eSports gamers. The ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQMR is a 1440p monitor with a Fast IPS panel and offers up to 300Hz refresh rate. What makes this IPS panel special is the use of IGZO [...]
Finally – an OLED monitor in 16:9 format. LG sent me the UltraGear 27GR95QE-B for testing. In addition to the well-known Ultrawide OLED options, you can now also rely on an eSports-ready format with an OLED panel. The LG 27GR95QE comes with the familiar RWBG subpixel layout and a resolution of 2560 x 1440p @ 240 Hz refresh rate ums [...]
Even though I’m not the first to take a closer look at this – let’s call it “slightly different” – monitor with today’s article on the Corsair Xeneon Flex 45WQHD240 OLED (that’s a mouthful), it’s going to go into a bit more detail today compared to most other reviews. What can already be [...]
GALAX enters the gaming display market with the announcement of its new 27-inch gaming monitor. The monitor features a high-resolution quantum dot-in-plane switching display with a refresh rate of up to 165 Hz and an MPRT response time of 1 ms. The new display is the first gaming display in the VIVANCE series to have NVIDIA G-Sync certification [...]
After we last looked at two Ultrawide monitors, we now return to the 16:9 format. The ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQ-W takes on the test marathon. Another ROG-branded gaming monitor as far as the eye can see. The monitor comes with a resolution of 2560 x 1440p and up to 170 Hz – on an IPS panel with RGB subpixel layout and 8-bit color depth. Even [...]
Last year, we already had an Ultrawide monitor in my test. And, because that was so nice, I thought, let’s do another one right away. BenQ sends the Mobiuz EX3415R into the race to acquire the customers’ favor. A 34 inch monitor with a 1900R IPS curved display. Thus, nothing new, but the view is well worth it. BenQ calls an MSRP of 809 [...]
Today for the weekend we have some light food. A few weeks ago, I switched my testing software – for my monitor tests – from DisplayCal to Portrait Displays Calman Ultimate. I had written a dedicated article on this and afterwards there was quite a tense disagreement in the forum (to put it mildly). The topic was not the Calman [...]
In the meantime, I have become a convinced Ultrawide gamer myself. I’m even no longer so prejudiced against the topic of Curved. Therefore, the ASUS ROG Strix XG349C fits quite well into my test program. I can understand that Ultrawide and Curved are not for everyone. But as we all know, thinking outside the box is supposed to broaden your [...]
AMD launch was yesterday! Today’s topic is HDR (High Dynamic Range). Monitors with corresponding hardware in the form of Full Array Local Dimming (FALD) in combination with an IPS or VA panel have been around for a long time, but they are still quite expensive and only a stopgap solution in my opinion. The KTC (Key to Combat) G42P5, in turn [...]
This is only the second time in almost 4 years that we have had to withdraw the award from an article. As much as we dislike doing such things, in the end it is always a matter of decency and respect for our readers to implement and explain such things. The item has an MSRP of 183 Euros, which is not justified by anything, and is also only sold [...]
Yes, NZXT now also has monitors in its own product portfolio, and we’ll take a close look at one of them today. It is the 24.5″ Full HD NZXT Canvas. It comes with an IPS panel and a refresh rate of 240 Hz. This also makes it clear which target group NZXT wants to address with it. The eSports players, or those who want to be. Even [...]
So far, we’ve basically only looked at high-end gaming or a content creator monitor. We have not yet tested a pure office monitor. So today is the day. The MSI Modern MD272QP from 2021 faces our test program. It is indeed – a pure office monitor, as you can find it in almost every office. Expectations should not be too high now [...]
Today I will introduce you to the new SDR measurement standard for our monitor tests regarding color performance. Regarding HDR, there will be a separate article. Nevertheless, from now on it’s “We used the Calman color calibration software from Portrait Displays.” All previous monitor tests are still valid. The results were/are [...]
Today there is my second test monitor, which I use for my articles concerning DLSS/FSR etc.. UHD gaming is becoming more and more popular and thus you also need a monitor that can reproduce this resolution natively. Thankfully, LG supported me here and provided me with the LG UltraGear 27GN950. The LG 27GN950 dates back to 2020 and had an MSRP of [...]
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Today we have something for the readers who don’t only gamble. The MSI Summit MS321UP is a monitor made for content creators. You notice this after unpacking at the latest, because you inevitably stumble across a measurement log. This monitor has a factory calibration for the DCI-P3 color space. But that is by far not all. The MSI MEG381CQR [...]
We are through with the basics, then we can get started now. The MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus is the first monitor to prove itself in our test. Yes, in terms of naming, all monitor manufacturers are trying to generate their own Da Vinci code. Basically, however, there is a certain logic behind it. MEG (MSI Enthusiast Gaming), 38 refers to the screen [...]
Since Igor is currently at the Games-Com, I can today – once again – a little romp on the homepage. So far, we had already dealt with the various panel types, the basics about colors, color spaces, and so on. For those who missed it, here’s a quick read. With the third part of our journey concerning the monitors and the [...]
After we have dealt with the monitor basics in the last part of our journey – especially with the topic of color space – we will go one step deeper into the matter today. I already mentioned it briefly in the last article: color depth 8 bit vs. 10 bit vs. 12 bit, what does the user need? And, what does Rec. 2020? Is there already [...]
After dealing with the topic of LCD and OLED panels in the last article, today we take the next step on our journey around the basics when it comes to monitors. From the advantages and disadvantages of the last article, we were able to take away a few things for today’s topic in the transfer. Not all LCD panels are the same, and not all [...]
Small and super fast, the 24-inch IPS Oculux NXG253R has a 360 Hz refresh rate. A real e-sports monitor! On the other hand, the MEG381CQR Plus is very big, still fast enough and packed with a lot of gimmicks. The basis for both is an IPS panel. But that was it. The two monitors are worlds apart in terms of price, and the target groups are [...]
After a long hick-hack with my internet provider and a professional special case – the time has finally come. We’ll start with the basics on the subject of monitors. Today we’ll look at the topic of panel types, screen sizes and resolutions. However, I will not do a total deep dive into the technical level, but only go so far [...]
