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1. Best 1080p Monitors
2. Best 1440p Monitors
3. Best 4K Monitors
4. Best UltraWide Monitors
5. Best HDR Monitors
6. Conclusion
THE BEST MONITORS WITH BUILT-IN KVM SWITCH (2024 REVIEWS)
Looking for a monitor with a built-in KVM switch? Check out the best models
currently available and everything you need to know about them!
By Rob Shafer
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November 4, 2024
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Are you often working with two PCs and would like to use a single set of
keyboard and mouse for both computers on a single display?
Then a monitor with a built-in KVM switch is for you! Here are the best models
available as well as all the information you need to know about them!
TypeMonitorSizeResolutionPanelRefresh RateUSB-C Power Delivery Best 1080p
Monitors
Gigabyte M27F A
SIZE
27”
RESOLUTION
1920x1080
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
18W
Check Price
MSI MD272XP
SIZE
27”
RESOLUTION
1920x1080
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
100Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
65W
Check Price
Best 1440p Monitors
Gigabyte M27QA
SIZE
27”
RESOLUTION
2560x1440
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
10W
Check Price
Gigabyte M27Q-X
SIZE
27”
RESOLUTION
2560x1440
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
18W
Check Price
Gigabyte M32Q
SIZE
32”
RESOLUTION
2560x1440
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
15W
Check Price
Best 4K Monitors
MSI MAG274UPF
SIZE
27”
RESOLUTION
3840x2160
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
65W
Check Price
MSI MAG323UPF
SIZE
32”
RESOLUTION
3840x2160
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
Check Price
Dell U4323QE
SIZE
43”
RESOLUTION
3840x2160
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
Check Price
Best 21:9 UltraWide Monitors
Acer XR343CKP
SIZE
34”
RESOLUTION
3440x1440
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
85W
Check Price
Acer XR383CURP
SIZE
38”
RESOLUTION
3840x1600
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
65W
Check Price
MSI MAG401QR
SIZE
40”
RESOLUTION
3440x1440
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
155Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
65W
Check Price
Dell U4025QW
SIZE
40”
RESOLUTION
5120x2160
PANEL
IPS
Black
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
140W
Check Price
Best 32:9 UltraWide Monitors
Dell U4924DW
SIZE
49”
RESOLUTION
5120x1440
PANEL
IPS
Black
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
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LG 49WQ95C
SIZE
49”
RESOLUTION
5120x1440
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
Check Price
ASUS XG49WCR
SIZE
49”
RESOLUTION
5120x1440
PANEL
VA
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
Check Price
LG 45GR75DC
SIZE
45”
RESOLUTION
5120x1440
PANEL
VA
REFRESH RATE
200Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
Check Price
Best HDR Monitors
Cooler Master
Tempest GP27Q
SIZE
27”
RESOLUTION
2560x1440
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
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Innocn 27M2V
SIZE
27”
RESOLUTION
3840x2160
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
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Innocn 32M2V
SIZE
32”
RESOLUTION
3840x2160
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
Check Price
BenQ EX321UX
SIZE
32”
RESOLUTION
3840x2160
PANEL
IPS
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
65W
Check Price
MSI MPG 271QRX
SIZE
27”
RESOLUTION
2560x1440
PANEL
OLED
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
Check Price
MSI MPG 321URX
SIZE
32”
RESOLUTION
3840x2160
PANEL
OLED
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
Check Price
Best UltraWide HDR Monitors
MSI MPG 341CQPX
SIZE
34”
RESOLUTION
3440x1440
PANEL
OLED
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
98W
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Innocn 34M1R
SIZE
34”
RESOLUTION
3440x1440
PANEL
VA
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
Check Price
MSI MPG 491CQP
SIZE
49”
RESOLUTION
5120x1440
PANEL
OLED
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
90W
Check Price
Samsung Neo G9 (G95NC)
SIZE
57”
RESOLUTION
7680x2160
PANEL
VA
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
N/A
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Samsung Ark G97NC
SIZE
55”
RESOLUTION
3840x2160
PANEL
VA
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
USB-C POWER DELIVERY
N/A
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MSI MAG274UPF
* 27″ 4K 144Hz IPS
* High pixel density
* USB-C with 65W PD
See Price
MSI MPG 321URX
* 32″ 4K 240Hz OLED
* High pixel density
* USB-C with 90W PD
See Price
Dell U4025QW
* 40″ 5120×2160 120Hz IPS Black
* High pixel density
* USB-C with 140W PD
See Price
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Monitors with built-in KVM switches allow you to quickly and effortlessly swap
between PCs you control with your keyboard and mouse.
Not only do these monitors bring more convenience and remove clutter, but they
can also be a more cost-effective solution!
In the review summaries below, we’ll help you pick the model that’s most suited
to your preferences and use case.
If you want to view our changelogs for this particular buying guide, you can do
so at the end of this article.
BEST 1080P MONITORS
In case you just want the cheapest monitor with a built-in KVM switch, we
recommend the following models.
GIGABYTE M27F-A
Best 1080p 165Hz Monitor With KVM
Size: 27″
Resolution: 1920×1080
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 165Hz
See Price
THE PROS:
* Accurate colors
* Plenty of features including VRR + MBR up to 165Hz, PiP/PbP
* Height-adjustable stand
THE CONS:
* Low pixel density
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
The Gigabyte M27F A-SA is the cheapest monitor you can get with a KVM switch yet
it offers an immersive and responsive gaming experience!
IMAGE QUALITY
Based on an IPS panel with 99% sRGB color gamut, the monitor delivers consistent
and accurate colors, while the 178° wide viewing angles ensure that the image
won’t degrade in quality when viewed at skewed angles.
You also get a high peak brightness of 400-nits, so the screen can get bright
enough to mitigate glare even in well-lit rooms.
The contrast ratio amounts to 1,000:1, as expected from IPS displays, meaning
that you won’t get as deep blacks as that of VA panel displays, which usually
have a contrast ratio of 3,000:1. However, VA monitors have other drawbacks and
there aren’t any models with integrated KVM functionality at this price range
anyway.
Now, the Full HD resolution is a bit low for the 27″ sized screen of the monitor
as you get a mediocre pixel density of 81 PPI (pixels per inch). So, you won’t
have particularly sharp details or a lot of screen real estate, but it will
suffice for basic use and gaming or watching videos.
If you need a lot of screen space with crisp text, we recommend saving up for
the 27″ 1440p model, which we’ll get into next.
FEATURES
The Gigabyte M27F A supports VRR (variable refresh rate) with a 48-165Hz range
for tear-free gameplay up to 165FPS. There’s also the Aim Stabilizer Sync
technology, which uses backlight strobing at the same time as VRR in order to
reduce perceived motion blur at a cost of picture brightness.
Next, the monitor has a rapid 1ms GtG pixel response time speed, so there won’t
be any noticeable ghosting in fast-paced games.
You’ll also find plenty of useful features, such as Black Equalizer (improves
visibility in dark scenes), OSD Sidekick (desktop application for On-Screen
Display settings), Picture in Picture and Picture by Picture support, crosshair
overlays, on-screen timers, a refresh rate tracker and Dashboard (tracks PC
performance on-screen).
HDR is supported as well, but since the monitor doesn’t have a wide color gamut
or other proper HDR hardware, you won’t get a noteworthy HDR image quality – as
expected from a display at this price range.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor is sturdy and offers height adjustment up to 130mm,
tilt by -5°/20° and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.2, USB-C (DP 1.2
Alt Mode, 18W Power Delivery), a dual-USB 3.0 hub (2 downstream + 1 upstream), a
headphone jack, dual 3W integrated speakers and a KVM switch.
ALTERNATIVES
You might also come across the previous model, the Gigabyte M27F. It has a wider
95% DCI-P3 color gamut for more saturated colors, but a lower 300-nit peak
brightness, a slower pixel response time speed and no built-in speakers.
If you’d rather have a smaller monitor, we recommend the ASUS XG249CM 1080p
240Hz IPS display for gamers and the BenQ PD2506Q 1440p IPS screen for work.
MSI MD272XP
Best 1080p Budget Monitor With KVM
Size: 27″
Resolution: 2560×1440
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 100Hz
See Price
THE PROS:
* Accurate colors
* Plenty of features including MBR and VRR up to 100Hz
* Fully ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, USB-C 65W PD
THE CONS:
* Low pixel density
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
In case the Gigabyte M27FA is not available or you don’t need a high refresh
rate, the MSI MD272XP is the most affordable option. It has a lower 100Hz
refresh rate, but higher 65W Power Delivery over USB-C.
IMAGE QUALITY
The MSI MD272XP features a 27″ 1080p IPS panel with full sRGB color space
coverage, a 250-nit peak brightness and a 1,000:1 contrast ratio. So, besides
the lower brightness, you get the same viewing experience as that of the M27FA.
Due to the lower refresh rate, you won’t get quite as smooth motion clarity, but
you can still enjoy tear-free gameplay up to 100FPS thanks to variable refresh
rate.
In fact, we find that the difference between 60-75Hz and 100Hz is more
noticeable than the difference between 100Hz and 165Hz, so you still get a big
boost in motion clarity.
You also get the standard gaming features, such as crosshair overlays, on-screen
timers, a refresh rate tracker and MBR support.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The MSI MD272XP has a fully ergonomic stand with up to 110mm height adjustment,
+/- 90° pivot, +/- 30° swivel, -5°/20° tilt and 75x75mm VESA mount
compatibility.
Connectivity options are abundant and include HDMI 1.4, DP 1.2, USB-C with DP
Alt Mode and 65W PD, a dual-USB 2.0 hub (1 upstream + 2 downstream), KVM, a
headphone jack and dual 3W integrated speakers.
ALTERNATIVES
* MSI MD272XPW – the same monitor with a white design
* MSI MD272P / MD272PW – similar monitors with a lower 75Hz refresh rate
BEST 1440P MONITORS
If you’re buying a monitor with an integrated KVM switch, the 2560×1440
resolution models offer excellent value for the price!
GIGABYTE M27QA
Best 27″ 1440p Gaming Monitor With KVM
Size: 27″
Resolution: 2560×1440
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 180Hz
See Price
THE PROS:
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including FreeSync and MBR up to 180Hz, PiP/PbP
* Height-adjustable stand
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
The Gigabyte M27Q Advanced (or M27QA) is one of the cheapest 1440p monitors with
a built-in KVM switch you can get yet it offers an exceptional gaming experience
with a rapid pixel response time speed and a high 180Hz refresh rate. Moreover,
it’s based on an IPS panel with accurate and vibrant colors as well as wide
viewing angles.
So, even if you don’t need the gaming features of the M27QA, it still offers
better value for money!
IMAGE QUALITY
The 1440p resolution hits the pixel density sweet spot on 27″ sized screens.
With roughly 108 PPI (pixels per inch), you get sharp details and plenty of
screen space without having to use any scaling.
Further, if you intend on gaming, 1440p is significantly less demanding to drive
than 4K UHD, allowing you to maintain higher frame rates.
The Gigabyte M27QA also has amazing colors with 95% DCI-P3 gamut coverage,
equivalent to ~130% sRGB gamut size.
A gamut clamp is also available in case you want to restrict the color output to
100% sRGB for better accuracy when editing/watching sRGB content.
You also get a very good peak brightness of 400-nits, so the screen can get more
than bright enough even in well-lit rooms.
The IPS panel of the monitor provides 178° wide viewing angles, ensuring that
the image remains perfect regardless of the angle you’re looking at the screen;
brightness, contrast, gamma and colors are consistent, which along with the wide
gamut support allows you to use the display for color-critical work.
Some IPS glow is preset, which is an expected drawback of this technology and
you get a static contrast ratio of 1,000:1, so blacks won’t be as deep as that
of VA panels with a ~3,000:1 contrast ratio, but VA monitors have their own
disadvantages.
Unlike the previous M27Q variant, the M27QA has a regular RGB subpixel layout,
so you won’t have any issues with text clarity!
FEATURES
Moving on, the monitor supports AMD FreeSync, which allows for a variable
refresh rate (VRR) resulting in tear-free gameplay up to 180FPS. You can also
use VRR with compatible NVIDIA GPUs (GTX 10-series or newer) over DisplayPort.
Motion Blur Reduction is available as well; it uses backlight strobing to reduce
perceived motion blur at the cost of image brightness and it can be active at
the same time as VRR on this monitor!
Other features include Black Equalizer (improves visibility in dark scenes by
altering the gamma curvature), PiP/PbP, crosshair overlays and ‘Dashboard’ that
allows you to track system performance (GPU/CPU temperature, utilization, etc.)
on the screen.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand is quite sturdy and offers height adjustment up to 130mm as well as
tilt by -5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C (DP 1.4
Alt Mode and 10W PD), a headphone jack, a dual-USB 3.0 hub and a built-in KVM
switch.
ALTERNATIVES
Gigabyte has a lot of similar 27″ 1440p high refresh rate IPS gaming models
around this price range:
* Gigabyte M27QA ICE – the same monitor but with a white design
* Gigabyte M27Q rev 1.0 – the older model with a BGR subpixel layout – not
recommended if you want sharp test
* Gigabyte M27Q rev 2.0 – a cheaper model with a proper RGB subpixel layout but
seems to be discontinued
* Gigabyte M27Q-P – a model with a wider 98% DCI-P3 color gamut, but it looks
like it’s been discontinued as well
We also recommend checking out the Acer XV275U V, which can be found on sale for
$200. It even has a high 65W PD over its USB-C port.
In case you’d be okay with something with a lower refresh rate, MSI offers the
MD272QP / MD272QPW / MD272QP Ultramarine models with 75Hz, and the MD272QXP and
MD272QXPW variants with 100Hz. All with built-in KVM and USB-C 65W PD.
If you don’t need a high refresh rate and wide color gamut but want a 27″ 1440p
IPS monitor for color-critical work with a KVM switch, check out the ViewSonic
VP2771.
GIGABYTE M27Q-X
Best 27″ 1440p 240Hz Gaming Monitor With KVM
Size: 27″
Resolution: 2560×1440
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 240Hz
See Price
THE PROS:
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including FreeSync and MBR up to 240Hz, PiP/PbP
* Height-adjustable stand
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
The Gigabyte M27Q-X is similar to the Gigabyte M27QA.
It has a higher 240Hz refresh rate, a wider Adobe RGB color gamut (98% vs 90%)
and a bit higher brightness (450-nits SDR and 500-nits HDR as opposed to
350-nits and 400-nits of the M27QA).
Other specifications and features are the same, so it’s up to you to decide
whether these things are worth the extra cost.
GIGABYTE M32Q
Best 32″ 1440p Monitor With KVM
Size: 32″
Resolution: 2560×1440
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 170Hz
See Price
THE PROS:
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including FreeSync + MBR up to 170Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
The Gigabyte M32Q is the best 32″ 1440p monitor with a built-in KVM switch.
IMAGE QUALITY
The M32Q has a lower pixel density of 92 PPI (pixels per inch) than the M27QA,
so the details overall won’t be as sharp – you get the same viewing experience
as with a 24″ 1080p monitor, but on a bigger 32″ sized screen and with a bit
more screen real estate!
The M32Q has wide color gamut support with 94% DCI-P3 coverage (~120% sRGB) and
a provided sRGB mode. Other panel-related specifications are similar to the M27Q
models and include a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, wide 178° viewing angles and a
400-nit peak brightness with basic HDR10 support.
Thanks to the rapid 1ms GtG pixel response time speed and 165Hz (170Hz OC)
refresh rate, there’s no ghosting behind fast-moving objects, ensuring a smooth
fast-paced gaming experience.
Additionally, the monitor supports VRR up to 170Hz as well as Gigabyte’s Aim
Stabilizer Sync technology that allows VRR and MBR to be used simultaneously.
Other features include Dashboard, Black Equalizer, PiP/PbP and various picture
presets. Check out our full M32Q review for more information.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the M32Q is robust and versatile with up to 130mm height
adjustment, +/- 30° swivel, -5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.2, two HDMI 2.0 ports, a headphone
jack, a USB 3.0 hub (1 upstream + 3 downstream), USB-C (DP 1.2 Alt Mode, 15W PD)
and a built-in KVM switch.
ALTERNATIVES
If you’d rather have a higher contrast ratio and curved screen, check out the
Gigabyte M32QC with a VA panel and KVM switch. However, it doesn’t have as
smooth VRR performance or as fast pixel response time speed.
BEST 4K MONITORS
Next up, we have the best 4K monitors with integrated KVM switches!
MSI MAG274UPF
Best Value 4K Monitor With KVM
Size: 27″
Resolution: 3840×2160
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 144Hz
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THE PROS:
* High pixel density, 4K UHD
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including FreeSync + MBR up to 144Hz, PiP/PbP
* Fully ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, USB-C 65W PD
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
The MSI MAG274UPF offers amazing value as a 4K 144Hz gaming monitor, but it’s
also great for other use and its KVM switch is just the icing on the cake!
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Based on a 27″ IPS panel, this 4K UHD monitor offers a high pixel density of 163
PPI (pixels per inch), allowing for crystal-clear details and plenty of screen
real estate.
Further, the MSI MAG274UPF has a wide 98% DCI-P3 color gamut (with a provided
sRGB mode) for saturated and rich colors, as well as a strong 400-nit peak
brightness.
The MSI MAG274UPF has a rapid 1ms GtG response time speed for zero ghosting in
fast-paced games and it supports MRPT-Sync for simultaneous VRR and MBR
performance.
Other supported features include PiP/PbP, Night Vision, crosshair overlays,
refresh rate tracker and on-screen timers.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The design is robust and versatile with a good range of ergonomics, such as +/-
45° swivel, +/- 90° pivot, 130mm height adjustment, -5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm
VESA mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 inputs, DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC,
USB-C (DP 1.4 Alt Mode, 65W PD), a dual-USB 2.0 hub and a headphone jack.
ALTERNATIVES
If you don’t need a high refresh rate, but would rather have professional-grade
color accuracy and/or USB-C with 96W Power Delivery, check out the Philips
27E2F7901 with an IPS Black panel (2000:1 contrast ratio).
MSI MAG323UPF
Best 32″ 4K Monitor With KVM
Size: 32″
Resolution: 3840×2160
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 160Hz
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THE PROS:
* High pixel density, 4K UHD
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including FreeSync + MBR up to 160Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, USB-C 90W PD
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
If you want a 32″ 4K monitor with a KVM switch, look no further than the MSI
MAG323UPF.
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4K UHD resolution looks incredibly sharp even on 32″ sized screens, so with
roughly 140 PPI, you get plenty of screen real estate and crisp details. At this
pixel density, scaling is optional as some users go with the native 100%, while
others prefer 125%.
The MSI MAG323UPF also has a wide color gamut of 95% DCI-P3 with an sRGB
emulation mode available.
On top of that, it has VESA’s DisplayHDR 600 certification meaning that HDR
content gets a boost in peak brightness up to 600-nits and there are 16 dimming
zones that can improve the contrast ratio and dynamic range in scenes where dark
and bright objects are far apart.
The monitor is equipped with plenty of additional features, such as MPRT-Sync
(allows for simultaneous or separate MBR and VRR performance), crosshair
overlays, PiP/PbP, various picture presets and Night Vision (improves visibility
in dark scenes).
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand is robust and fairly ergonomic with up to 100mm height adjustment,
-5°/20° tilt, +/- 45° swivel and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include USB-C (DP 1.4 Alt Mode, 90W PD), DisplayPort 1.4
with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports, a USB 2.0 hub (3 downstream + 1 upstream) and a
headphone jack.
ALTERNATIVES
If you’re looking for something a bit cheaper, check out the Gigabyte M32UC with
a curved VA panel in case you prefer a higher contrast ratio to fast response
time and wide viewing angles.
There’s also the MSI MPG321UR-QD with a wider Adobe RGB color gamut, but it’s
~$100 more expensive than the MSI MAG323UPF.
Don’t need a high refresh rate? Check out the Dell U3223QE with USB-C (90W PD)
and an IPS Black panel with professional-grade factory calibration or the BenQ
PD3220U with Thunderbolt 3.
DELL U4323QE
Best 43″ 4K Monitor With KVM
Size: 43″
Resolution: 3840×2160
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 60Hz
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THE PROS:
* Accurate colors
* Wide viewing angles
* PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand
* Rich connectivity options, including USB-C with 90W PD
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
Want an even larger 4K monitor with a built-in KVM functionality, check out the
Dell UltraSharp U4323QE!
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The 4K UHD resolution looks great even on 43″ sized screens thanks to the decent
pixel density of roughly 104 PPI.
However, note that all 43″ displays use a BGR subpixel layout, meaning that
there will be some noticeable text fringing. So, if you need crystal-clear and
sharp text, you should consider something else.
Further, the monitor only covers the basic sRGB color space and has a decent
350-nit peak brightness and a standard IPS contrast ratio of 1,000:1.
It supports PiP/PbP, allowing you to display four devices at the same time.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor is sturdy and offers height adjustment up to 60mm,
-5°/10° tilt, +/- 20° swivel and 100x100mm or 200x200mm VESA mount
compatibility.
Connectivity options include two DisplayPort 1.4 inputs, two HDMI 2.0 ports,
USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W PD, three upstream USB-C ports, one downstream
USB-C port, four downstream USB-A ports, RJ45, a headphone jack, and two 8W
built-in speakers.
ALTERNATIVES
In case you want a 43″ 4K KVM monitor with a high refresh rate, consider the
Gigabyte FV43U with 144Hz and DisplayHDR 1000.
However, due to its BGR subpixel layout and an issue when displaying gray text
on dark backgrounds on the top of the screen, we can only recommend it as a
monitor mainly for gaming and content consumption.
It’s not ideal for work and office-related use due to subpar text clarity. Some
users might find it acceptable with proper ClearType and scaling settings
though.
BEST ULTRAWIDE MONITORS
Ultrawide monitors provide you with extra horizontal screen space, resulting in
a wider field of view for a more cinematic viewing experience. They’re also very
useful for audio/video editing and productivity/spreadsheet type of work.
ACER XR343CKP
Best Value UltraWide Monitor With KVM
Size: 34″
Resolution: 3440×1440
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 180Hz
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THE PROS:
* Ultrawide format
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including FreeSync + MBR up to 180Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand ;USB-C with 85W Power Delivery
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
If you want an ultrawide monitor with integrated KVM functionality, we highly
recommend the Acer XR343CKP.
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The Acer XR343CKP is a 34″ 3440×1440 IPS ultrawide monitor with wide viewing
angles, quick response time and wide color gamut.
It’s basically equivalent to a 27″ 2560×1440 monitor that’s just ~33% wider. So,
you keep the height and the pixel density of a 27″ 1440p display and get added
horizontal screen space.
Most video games support the 21:9 aspect ratio natively and even a lot of older
games can be patched or modded for the ultrawide format. Movies shot at the
~21:9 aspect ratio are also displayed on the monitor without black borders at
the top and bottom of the screen.
Moving on, the Acer XR343CKP has a wide 98% DCI-P3 color gamut (with a provided
sRGB mode), a 1,000:1 contrast ratio and a peak brightness of 550-nits with the
basic DisplayHDR 400 support.
VRR is supported up to 180Hz, while other features include PiP/PbP, Black Boost,
various picture presets, crosshair overlays and advanced image adjustment tools,
such as gamma, sharpness and 6-axis hue/saturation.
Check out our full Acer XR343CKP review for more information.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor is sturdy and offers height adjustment up to 130mm,
tilt by -5°/35°, +/- 30° swivel and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility. The
screen has a moderate 1900R curvature for added immersion.
Connectivity options include two DisplayPort 1.4 inputs, two HDMI 2.0 ports (max
100Hz), USB-C (DP 1.4 Alt Mode, 85W PD), a headphone jack, a quad-USB 3.0 hub
and dual 7W integrated speakers.
ALTERNATIVES
* LG 34WQ73A – 34″ 3440×1440 IPS monitor with a more subtle 3800R screen
curvature, USB-C 90W PD and KVM switch, but a lower 60Hz refresh rate. It can
be found on sale for $330.
* Dell U3425WE – 34″ 3440×1440 120Hz IPS Black panel with a 1900R curvature and
Thunderbolt 4, but no VRR support
ACER XR383CUR P
High-End UltraWide Gaming Monitor With KVM
Size: 38″
Resolution: 3840×1600
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 165Hz
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THE PROS:
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Delta < 1 factory calibration
* Plenty of features, including VRR up to 165Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand, USB-C with 65W PD
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
If you want a bigger 21:9 ultrawide gaming monitor with KVM as well as a higher
resolution to back up the bump in screen size, the Acer Nitro XR383CURP is for
you!
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This 37.5″ viewable screen has a resolution of 3840×1600, which allows you to
maintain that pixel density sweet spot of 110 PPI of 34″ 1440p ultrawides, but
you get a bigger screen with more screen space.
The Acer XR383CURP has a fast 1ms GtG IPS panel with a wide 95% DCI-P3 color
gamut, Delta E < 1 factory calibration, a strong 450-nit peak brightness and
even DisplayHDR 600 support.
Since it has only 12 dimming zones, don’t expect a particularly good HDR image
quality, though with a 750-nit peak brightness, some bright HDR scenes can look
better than SDR.
Picture in Picture and Picture by Picture modes are supported as well.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor is sturdy and offers a good range of ergonomics,
including up to 130mm height adjustment, -5°/35° tilt, +/- 30° swivel and
100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 ports, DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C with DP
Alt Mode and 65W PD, a dual-USB 3.0 hub and a headphone jack.
ALTERNATIVES
If you don’t need a high refresh rate, check out the Dell UltraSharp U3824DW 38″
3840×1600 ultrawide monitor with an IPS Black panel and more extensive
connectivity options.
In case you’re looking for something cheaper, check out the Acer CB382CUR with
75Hz, wide color gamut, KVM and USB-C (90W PD) for ~$900.
MSI MAG401QR
Affordable 40″ UltraWide Monitor With KVM
Size: 40″
Resolution: 3440×1440
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 155Hz
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THE PROS:
* Ultrawide format
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features, including VRR and MBR up to 155Hz, PiP/PbP
* USB-C PD up to 65W
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
* Mediocre pixel density
* Tilt-only stand
ABOUT THE MONITOR
If you’re interested in a big ultrawide monitor, but can’t afford the XR383CURP,
there’s the MSI MAG401QR!
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The MSI MAG401QR has a big 40″ ultrawide panel, but it only has a screen
resolution of 3440×1440, which results in a pixel density of 93.23 PPI (pixels
per inch).
So, in terms of text and detail sharpness, you get the same viewing experience
as that of the typical 24″ 1080p displays.
Still, the 3440×1440 resolution provides plenty of screen space, making the
MAG401QR ideal for productivity work and audio/video editing.
It has an IPS panel with a wide 94% DCI-P3 color gamut (sRGB mode available), a
high 400-nit peak brightness and a 1,000:1 contrast ratio.
The main downside of the MAG401QR is that its panel is flat, not curved, which a
lot of users might’ve preferred at this screen size. However, at a reasonable
viewing distance, this won’t be an issue for most users.
Other features include VRR support up to 155Hz, Night Vision (improves
visibility in dark scenes), crosshair overlays, MBR, and PiP/PbP support.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor is tilt-only, but it’s VESA mount compatible via the
100x100mm pattern. There’s also an RGB LED strip at the rear.
Connectivity options include DP 1.4, two HDMI 2.0 ports, USB-C with DP Alt Mode
and 65W PD, a headphone jack and a dual-USB 2.0 hub.
DELL U4025QW
High-End UltraWide Monitor With KVM
Size: 40″
Resolution: 5120×2160
Panel: IPS Black
Refresh Rate: 120Hz
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THE PROS:
* High pixel density
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Delta < 2 factory calibration, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand, USB-C with 140W PD
THE CONS:
* Expensive
* IPS glow (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
Want something even better in the ultrawide form factor? Check out the Dell
U4025QW!
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This 40″ ultrawide display with a screen resolution of 5120×2160 is essentially
equivalent to a 32″ 4K UHD monitor that’s 33% wider!
Further, it uses an IPS Black panel with a wide 99% DCI-P3 color gamut and a
provided sRGB emulation mode with Delta E < 2 factory calibration.
The Dell U4025QW has a peak brightness of 450-nits (600-nits for HDR), a 2,000:1
contrast ratio and 178° wide viewing angles.
It also has a high 120Hz refresh rate and VRR support for tear-free gameplay.
The monitor supports Uniformity Compensation and PiP/PbP.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor offers up to 120mm height adjustment, -5°/21° tilt, +/-
30° swivel and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility. The screen has a subtle 2300R
curvature for added immersion.
The Dell U4025QW has a robust design with a good range of ergonomics, including
up to 150mm height adjustment, -5°/21° tilt, +/- 30° swivel and 100x100mm VESA
mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include DP 1.4, HDMI 2.1, Thunderbolt 4 with 140W PD and DP
Alt Mode, Thunderbolt 4 for daisy-chaining, a headphone jack, dual 9W integrated
speakers, RJ45 (2.5 Gbps), five type A USB ports and three type C USB ports. The
monitor also has integrated KVM functionality and an ambient light sensor.
ALTERNATIVES
If you’re looking for something similar but cheaper, the LG 40WP95C can be found
on sale for $1300 though it has a regular IPS panel and a 72Hz maximum refresh
rate.
DELL U4924DW
IPS Super-UltraWide Monitor With KVM
Size: 49″
Resolution: 5120×1440
Panel: IPS Black
Refresh Rate: 60Hz
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THE PROS:
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* High contrast ratio
* Delta < 2 factory calibration, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand, USB-C with 90W PD
THE CONS:
* Expensive
* IPS glow (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
Need even more screen space? Consider a super-ultrawide monitor with a 32:9
aspect ratio! The Dell U4924DW is the best option if you just need 60Hz.
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A 49″ 5120×1440 32:9 ultrawide monitor is basically equivalent to two 27″
2560×1440 displays side by side, just without the bezels in-between them.
The Dell U4924DW uses an IPS Black panel with a wide 98% DCI-P3 gamut coverage
for accurate colors (Delta < 2 factory calibration), while other specs include a
2,000:1 contrast ratio and a peak brightness of 350-nits.
It supports PiP/PbP and Uniformity Compensation, but it lacks FreeSync support
and it’s limited to 60Hz.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The Dell U4924DW has premium design quality with up to 120mm height adjustment,
-5°/21° tilt, +/- 170° swivel and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility. The screen
has a subtle 3800R curvature for added immersion without distorting the image.
Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 ports, DisplayPort 1.4, two upstream
10 Gbps USB-C ports, five downstream USB-A ports, a USB-C upstream port, a
headphone jack, two 9W integrated speakers, RJ45 and USB-C (DP 1.4 Alt Mode and
90W PD).
ALTERNATIVES
* Dell U4919DW – the older model with the basic sRGB color gamut, fewer
connectivity options and a 1,000:1 contrast ratio.
LG 49WQ95C
Best IPS Super-UltraWide Monitor With KVM
Size: 49″
Resolution: 5120×1440
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 144Hz
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THE PROS:
* Wide color gamut
* Plenty of features including VRR up to 144Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand, USB-C with 90W PD
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
While the Dell U4919DW is an excellent display, the LG 49WQ95C offers a higher
refresh rate and a wider color gamut for a more responsive gaming experience and
more immersive content consumption.
The best part is that, when it’s on sale, it’s actually cheaper than the Dell
U4919DW.
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The LG 49WQ95C has a wide 98% DCI-P3 color gamut (~135% sRGB gamut size) for
rich and saturated colors. It also has the option to clamp its gamut down to
~100% sRGB for better accuracy when viewing SDR content.
Other specs include a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, a 400-nit peak brightness, PiP/PbP
and DisplayHDR 400 support.
Variable refresh rate is supported for flawless tear-free gameplay up to 144FPS
with both AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and G-SYNC Compatible certifications.
Be sure to check out our full LG 49WQ95C review for more details.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor is robust and offers height adjustment up to 110mm,
-5°/20° tilt and +/- 15° swivel, while the screen has a subtle 3800R curvature
and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 ports, DP 1.4 with DSC, USB-C with DP
1.4 Alt Mode and 90W PD, a dual-USB 3.0 hub, a headphone jack, dual 10W
integrated speakers and an integrated KVM functionality.
ASUS XG49WCR
Best VA Super-UltraWide Monitor With KVM
Size: 49″
Resolution: 5120×1440
Panel: VA
Refresh Rate: 165Hz
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THE PROS:
* High contrast ratio
* Wide color gamut
* Plenty of features, including VRR up to 165Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, USB-C 90W PD
THE CONS:
* Minor ghosting in darker scenes in fast-paced games
* VRR brightness flickering in dark scenes of games with fluctuating frame
rates (expected drawback of OLED and VA panels)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
If you don’t need an IPS panel for color-critical work, but would like a 49″
super-ultrawide display, the ASUS XG49WCR is for you!
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Based on a VA panel with a 3,000:1 contrast ratio, the ASUS XG49WCR delivers
deep blacks, while its peak brightness of 550-nits allows it to get more than
bright enough even in well-lit rooms.
Further, it has a wide 90% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage for vibrant colors, VRR
up to 165Hz and PiP/PbP support.
Its VA panel is a bit slower when it comes to pixel response time, so some
ghosting will be noticeable in fast-paced games, mainly in darker scenes. Unless
you’re particularly sensitive to it, this won’t be an issue for most gamers.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor offers -5°/20° tilt, +/- 8° swivel, 120mm height
adjustment and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility, while the screen has a 1800R
curvature for added immersion.
Connectivity options include USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W PD, DisplayPort 1.4,
HDMI 2.0, a USB 3.0 hub (3 downstream + 1 upstream), RJ45, a headphone jack and
dual 5W integrated speakers.
ALTERNATIVES
* AOC AG493UCX2 – A 49″ 5120×1440 165Hz curved VA monitor with USB-C (65W PD).
However, its USB-C port is limited to 120Hz.
LG 45GR75DC
Best 45″ Super-UltraWide Monitor With KVM
Size: 45″
Resolution: 5120×1440
Panel: VA
Refresh Rate: 200Hz
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THE PROS:
* High contrast ratio
* Wide color gamut
* Plenty of features, including VRR up to 200Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, USB-C 90W PD
THE CONS:
* Minor ghosting in darker scenes in fast-paced games
* VRR brightness flickering in dark scenes of games with fluctuating frame
rates (expected drawback of OLED and VA panels)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
If you’re looking for a cheaper and/or smaller super-ultrawide monitor, check
out the LG 45GR75DC!
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The LG 45GR75DC is a 44.5″ 5120×1440 32:9 monitor, which is equivalent to two
24.5″ 2560×1440 displays side by side, just without the bezels in between them.
For many users, the monitor might be too wide for its height, especially after
considering that the 49″ variants can be found for just $100 (~15%) extra.
The smaller screen also has its benefits. The monitor takes less of your screen
space and you get a higher pixel density of roughly 120 PPI for sharper text and
details.
The LG 45GR75DC has a high 200Hz refresh rate with VRR support, PiP/PbP, a
3,000:1 contrast ratio, a 400-nit peak brightness (600-nits for HDR) and a wide
95% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor offers +/- 15° swivel, -5°/15° tilt, 110mm height
adjustment and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility, while the screen has a 1500R
curvature for added immersion.
Connectivity options include USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W PD, DisplayPort 1.4,
two HDMI 2.1 ports, a dual-USB 3.0 hub and a headphone jack.
BEST HDR MONITORS
Want a single KVM monitor that’s great for work, gaming and HDR content
consumption? These are the best models available!
COOLER MASTER TEMPEST GP27Q
Best 1440p HDR Monitor With KVM
Size: 27″
Resolution: 2560×1440
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 165Hz
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THE PROS:
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including VRR and MBR up to 160Hz
* Fully ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, including USB-C with 90W
PD
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
* Minor blooming/haloing noticeable in certain scenes with local dimming
ABOUT THE MONITOR
If you want a KVM gaming monitor that also offers amazing HDR image quality, the
Cooler Master Tempest GP27Q offers unbeatable value for the price.
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To start with, this 27″ 1440p 165Hz gaming monitor has an IPS panel with a quick
1ms GtG pixel response time speed and an exceptional color gamut, covering 99%
Adobe RGB and 98% DCI-P3 color space with Delta E < 2 factory calibration.
These specs, along with the built-in KVM switch and USB-C port with Power
Delivery, make the GP27Q worth its $500 asking price yet it also features a
576-zone mini LED FALD (full-array local dimming backlight) for true HDR image
quality!
The monitor can reach over 1,200-nits peak brightness and has 576 individually
controllable zones that can dim parts of the image that are supposed to be dark
for a significantly higher contrast ratio.
On top of that, it supports VRR and MBR up to 165Hz and has standard gaming
features, such as Black Stabilization, crosshair overlays, on-screen timers,
etc.
Be sure to check out our full GP27Q review for more information.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor offers height adjustment up to 110mm, 90° pivot, +/-
15° swivel, -5°/15° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.4, two HDMI 2.0 ports (max 144Hz), a
USB-C port with DP 1.4 Alt Mode and 90W PD, dual 3W built-in speakers, a
headphone jack and integrated KVM functionality.
ALTERNATIVES
* KTC M27T20 – 27″ 1440p 165Hz VA gaming monitor with 576-zone mini LED FALD,
USB-C 90W and KVM for $400. Its VA panel offers a higher contrast ratio for
less noticeable blooming, but it has a lower response time speed and not as
wide viewing angles and color gamut.
INNOCN 27M2V
Best 27″ 4K HDR Monitor With KVM
Size: 27″
Resolution: 3840×2160
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 160Hz
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THE PROS:
* High pixel density
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including VRR up to 144Hz, PiP/PbP
* Fully ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, including USB-C with 90W
PD
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
* Minor blooming/haloing noticeable in certain scenes with local dimming
ABOUT THE MONITOR
The Innocn 27M2V is the best 4K HDR gaming monitor currently available.
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In comparison to the Cooler Master Tempest GP27Q, the Innocn 27M2V provides you
with a higher 4K UHD resolution, which results in sharper details and more
screen real estate. However, it also means that you’ll need a high-end GPU to
maintain high frame rates at 4K.
Additionally, the Innocn 27M2V has an 1152-zone mini LED FALD backlight for
better dimming control. Other specifications are similar, including a 1200-nit
peak brightness, 99% DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB color gamut, PiP/PbP support and a
rapid 1ms GtG pixel response time speed.
Check out our Innocn 27M2V review for more information.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand is sturdy and offers height adjustment up to 120mm, +/- 15° swivel,
90° pivot, +/- 15° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 ports with full 48 Gbps bandwidth, DP
1.4 with DSC, USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W PD, two 5W built-in speakers, a
headphone jack and a dual-USB 3.0 hub.
ALTERNATIVES
* Redmagic GM001J – similar monitor with the same 1152-zone backlight
* Cooler Master Tempest GP27U, KTC M27P20P – fewer 576 dimming zones
* Acer XV275K P3 – similar to the GP27U and M27P20P, but it can be found on
sale for $600
If you’d rather have a higher refresh rate than resolution, check out the AOC
AG274QZM with a 1440p 240Hz IPS panel and 576-zone mini LED FALD.
INNOCN 32M2V
Best 32″ 4K HDR Monitor With KVM
Size: 32″
Resolution: 3840×2160
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 144Hz
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THE PROS:
* High pixel density
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including VRR up to 144Hz, PiP/PbP
* Fully ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, including USB-C with 90W
PD
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
* Minor blooming/haloing noticeable in certain scenes with local dimming
* Occasional flickering issues when using VRR and local dimming simultaneously
ABOUT THE MONITOR
The Innocn 32M2V is basically the 32″ version of the Innocn 27M2V.
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Just like the 27M2V, the 32M2V has 1152 dimming zones, which means it has fewer
dimming zones per inch, resulting in a bit more blooming. However, it still
manages to deliver amazing HDR image quality.
Additionally, the 32M2V doesn’t have quite as fast pixel response time speed as
the 27″ version, but it’s fast enough for enjoyable fast-paced gaming. Serious
competitive FPS players shouldn’t be looking at large 32″ displays anyway.
Finally, some users report occasional flickering issue when using VRR and local
dimming at the same time.
Check out our Innocn 32M2V review for more information.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand is sturdy and offers height adjustment up to 80mm, +/- 25° swivel,
-5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 ports with full 48 Gbps bandwidth, DP
1.4 with DSC, USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W PD, two 5W built-in speakers, a
headphone jack and a dual-USB 3.0 hub.
ALTERNATIVES
* Innocn 32A6V – the same monitor with a darker design
BENQ EX321UX
Premium 4K 144Hz Mini LED Monitor
Size: 32″
Resolution: 3840×2160
Panel: IPS
Refresh Rate: 144Hz
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THE PROS:
* High pixel density
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including VRR up to 144Hz
* Fully ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, including USB-C with 65W
PD
THE CONS:
* IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
* Minor blooming/haloing noticeable in certain scenes with local dimming
ABOUT THE MONITOR
The BenQ EX321UX is yet another 32″ 4K 144Hz IPS gaming monitor with an
1152-zone mini LED FALD backlight and a wide 99% Adobe RGB / DCI-P3 color gamut,
but with a more premium finish.
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The Innocn 32M2V has clunky OSD buttons, a flimsy design and only a 1-year
warranty.
The BenQ EX321UX, on the other hand, boasts premium design quality with a
joystick and a remote controller for easy OSD navigation, and comes with a
3-year warranty.
Its local dimming is also better optimized as there’s no flickering when using
VRR.
However, it’s also more expensive, so it’s up to you whether these features are
worth the extra cost. Check out our in-depth BenQ EX321UX review for more
details.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor is sturdy and offers height adjustment up to 100mm,
tilt by -5°/20°, +/- 15° swivel and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Connectivity options include DP 2.1 (UHBR10), three HDMI 2.1 ports with 48 Gbps
(one with eARC), USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 65W PD, three USB-A 3.0 ports, two
USB-C ports and a headphone jack.
MSI MPG 271QRX
Best 27″ OLED Monitor With KVM
Size: 27″
Resolution: 2560×1440
Panel: OLED
Refresh Rate: 360Hz
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THE PROS:
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including VRR up to 360Hz, PiP/PbP
* Infinite contrast ratio
* Fully ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, including USB-C with 90W
PD
THE CONS:
* Risk of burn-in (though there’s 3-year warranty that covers it)
* Not as bright as mini LED displays
ABOUT THE MONITOR
If you want an OLED gaming monitor with built-in KVM functionality, the MSI MPG
271QRX is an excellent option!
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OLED panels provide you with an infinite contrast ratio as they can turn off
each pixel individually for true blacks. This also means that there are no
blooming artifacts, IPS/VA glowing, or backlight bleeding associated with
LED-backlit panels, which provides you with a more immersive viewing experience,
especially in dark rooms.
However, OLED displays can’t get as bright as some LED-backlit LCDs. The MSI MPG
271QRX can reach 250-nits for a 100% white window.
For most users, this is still bright enough under normal lighting conditions,
but if you plan on using the screen in a particularly bright room (studio
lighting) or facing a window with no blinds or curtains, it won’t be able to
mitigate glare.
For smaller highlights (< 3% white window), the MSI MPG 271QRX can reach up to
1000-nits, so you still get punchy details required for a proper HDR viewing
experience. On top of that, the monitor also has a wide 99.3% DCI-P3 gamut
coverage for vibrant colors and PiP/PbP support.
Next, OLED panels have an instantaneous pixel response time speed for zero
ghosting or overshoot in fast-paced scenes, while VRR support up to 360Hz
ensures smooth and tear-free performance.
The main downside is the risk of permanent image burn-in when leaving images
with bright static elements for too long. However, as long as you’re using the
monitor sensibly and use its built-in burn-in prevention features, you should be
fine.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand offers height adjustment up to 110mm, -5°/15° tilt, +/- 30° swivel,
+/- 90° pivot and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
The screen has passive cooling, while the coating is semi-glossy for a more
vivid image, but it’s reflective and raises the black level when hit with direct
lighting.
Connectivity options include DP 1.4, two 48 Gbps HDMI 2.1 ports, USB-C (DP Alt
Mode and 90W Power Delivery), a headphone jack, a built-in KVM and a dual-USB
2.0 hub (2 downstream + 1 upstream).
ALTERNATIVES
In case the MSI MPG 271QRX is not available, check out the Gigabyte FO27Q3 as an
alternative. It uses the same panel, though it has a lower 18W PD.
There’s also the cheaper Gigabyte FO27Q2 variant with a 240Hz QD-OLED panel.
You can even find more affordable 1440p 240Hz OLED monitors with KVM, such as
the Koorui 27E8QK (90W PD) and the KTC G27P6 (65W PD), though these have LG’s
older W-OLED panel with lower brightness and an RWBG subpixel layout that causes
minor fringing on small text and fine details.
Acer also plans to release a 1440p 480Hz W-OLED gaming monitor with KVM, the
Acer Predator X27U F3. No word on pricing and availability though.
MSI MPG 321URX
Best 32″ OLED Monitor With KVM
Size: 32″
Resolution: 3840×2160
Panel: OLED
Refresh Rate: 240Hz
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THE PROS:
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including VRR up to 240Hz, PiP/PbP
* Infinite contrast ratio
* Fully ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, including USB-C with 90W
PD
THE CONS:
* Risk of burn-in (though there’s 3-year warranty that covers it)
* Not as bright as mini LED displays
ABOUT THE MONITOR
The MSI MPG 321URX is the best 32″ OLED gaming monitor with a built-in KVM.
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The MSI MPG 321URX is basically the 32″ version of the 271QRX. You get a larger
32″ screen with a higher 4K UHD resolution but a lower 240Hz refresh rate.
Other specifications are the same, including the 99.3% DCI-P3 color gamut,
250-nit peak brightness (1000-nits for 3% APL), wide viewing angles,
instantaneous pixel response time speed and infinite contrast ratio.
Check out our full MSI 321URX review for more information.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor is sturdy and offers a good range of ergonomics,
including up to 110mm height adjustment, -5°/15° tilt, +/- 30° swivel, +/- 10°
pivot for balancing and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Just like the 27″ sized model, the MSI MPG321URX has a heatsink for cooling and
the same semi-glossy screen finish.
Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports with
full 48 Gbps and CEC support, USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W Power Delivery, a
dual-USB 2.0 hub (2 downstream + 1 upstream type B), a headphone jack and
built-in KVM functionality with PiP/PbP.
ALTERNATIVES
* ASUS PG32UCDM – based on the same panel with ELMB up to 120Hz and Dolby
Vision, but it’s more expensive (in the US at least)
* Gigabyte FO32U2 – with a lower 18W Power Delivery over USB-C
* ASUS PG32UCDP – 32″ 4K 240Hz model based on a W-OLED panel with a 1080p 480Hz
mode and KVM / USB-C 90W PD
MSI MPG 341CQPX
Best UltraWide HDR Monitor With KVM
Size: 34″
Resolution: 3440×1440
Panel: OLED
Refresh Rate: 240Hz
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THE PROS:
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Infinite contrast ratio
* Plenty of features including VRR up to 240Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, including USB-C with 98W PD
THE CONS:
* Minor text clarity issues due to the uncommon subpixel layout
* Risk of burn-in (though there’s 3-year warranty that covers it)
* Not as bright as mini LED displays
ABOUT THE MONITOR
The MSI MPG 341CQPX is one of the rare ultrawide OLED gaming monitors available
with a KVM switch.
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The MSI MPG 341CQPX is limited to around 250-nits for a full white window, but
it can still reach up to 1,000-nits for small highlights in HDR, delivering
immersive HDR image quality.
Additionally, you get PiP/PbP support, gorgeous colors with 99.3% DCI-P3 gamut
coverage and true 10-bit color depth for no banding, while VRR is supported up
to 240Hz for tear-free gameplay.
Check out our in-depth MSI MPG 341CQPX review for more information.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The monitor’s stand is robust and offers height adjustment up to 100mm, -5°/20°
tilt, +/- 30° swivel and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
Unlike the other monitors in this guide with matte anti-glare coatings, the MSI
MPG 341CQPX has a semi-glossy screen surface, which provides a more vivid image
quality, but it’s also more reflective and raises the black level under direct
lighting.
Connectivity options include DP 1.4 with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports with full 48
Gbps, USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 98W PD, a dual-USB 3.0 hub and a headphone
jack.
ALTERNATIVES
* MSI MEG 342C – the older model with a lower 175Hz refresh rate and 65W PD,
though it usually costs the same as the 341CQPX
* Philips Evnia 34M2C8600 – USB-C 90W and KVM, but doesn’t have an accurate HDR
image (it’s either too dark and limited to 450-nits, or over-brightens
everything in the 1000-nits mode)
* ASUS PG34WCDM – USB-C 90W and KVM, based on a 34″ 3440×1440 240Hz W-OLED
panel with a steeper 800R screen curvature
* ASUS PG39WCDM – upcoming 39″ 3440×1440 240Hz variant
INNOCN 34M1R
Best Mini LED UltraWide HDR Monitor With KVM
Size: 34″
Resolution: 3440×1440
Panel: VA
Refresh Rate: 165Hz
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THE PROS:
* 2304-zone mini LED FALD
* High contrast ratio, vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including VRR up to 165Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, USB-C 90W PD
THE CONS:
* Minor blooming/haloing noticeable in certain scenes
* Minor ghosting behind fast-moving objects (mostly in dark scenes)
* VRR brightness flickering in dark scenes of games with fluctuating frame
rates (expected drawback of OLED and VA panels)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
If you want an ultrawide monitor with proper HDR support but don’t want to deal
with the risk of burn-in of OLED displays, check out the Innocn 34M1R!
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The Innocn 34M1R features a 34″ 3440×1440 165Hz curved (1500R) VA panel with a
2304-zone mini LED FALD backlight for exceptional HDR image quality with a high
1,000-nit peak brightness and a wide 99% DCI-P3 / Adobe RGB color gamut
coverage.
It also has PiP/PbP support, excellent Delta E < 2 factory calibration and sharp
text in comparison to OLED displays thanks to the standard RGB subpixel layout.
Sadly, as it’s the case with most high refresh rate VA gaming monitors, some
ghosting is noticeable in fast-paced games (mostly in darker scenes) and it’s
prone to VRR brightness flickering in in-game menus/loading screens and games
with fluctuating frame rates.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor is sturdy and offers a good range of ergonomics with up
to 120mm height adjustment, -5°/20° tilt, +/- 25° swivel and 100x100mm VESA
mount compatibility.
The screen has a light matte anti-glare coating and a 1500R curvature for added
immersion.
Connectivity options include USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W PD, DisplayPort 1.4,
two HDMI 2.0 ports, a dual-USB 3.0 hub, integrated speakers (the soundbar below
the bottom bezel) and a headphone jack.
MSI MPG 491CQP
Best Super-UltraWide OLED Monitor With KVM
Size: 49″
Resolution: 5120×1440
Panel: OLED
Refresh Rate: 144Hz
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THE PROS:
* Accurate and vibrant colors
* Infinite contrast ratio
* Plenty of features including VRR up to 144Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options, including USB-C with 90W PD
THE CONS:
* Risk of burn-in (though there’s 3-year warranty that covers it)
* Not as bright as mini LED displays
ABOUT THE MONITOR
If you want a 32:9 super-ultrawide monitor with an OLED panel and built-in KVM,
the MSI MPG 491CQP is for you!
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The MSI MPG 491CQP uses Samsung’s QD-OLED panel, so you’ll get a similar image
quality to that of previous OLED monitors mentioned due to the same 99.3% DCI-P3
color gamut coverage, 250-nits peak brightness (1000-nits for small HDR
highlights), infinite contrast ratio and true 10-bit color depth support.
Additionally, the 491CQP is factory-calibrated and has dedicated picture modes
for sRGB, Adobe RGB and DCI-P3 color spaces.
It supports VRR up to 144Hz and has plenty of features for both gaming and work,
including Night Vision, PiP/PbP, a refresh rate tracker, on-screen timers and
MSI’s advanced OLED Care features (pixel refresher, pixel shift, static
screen/logo detection, etc.).
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor offers height adjustment up to 100mm, +/- 30° swivel,
-5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
It uses the same screen coating as other QD-OLED panels, meaning that the image
is more vivid, but also more reflective, and it has a moderate 1800R screen
curvature for extra immersion.
Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 ports, DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, USB-C
with DP Alt Mode and 90W PD, a dual-USB 3.0 hub and a headphone jack.
ALTERNATIVES
* Gigabyte Aorus CO49DQ – same panel, has KVM but its USB-C port only has 18W
PD
* ASUS PG49WCDM – same panel with KVM and USB-C (90W PD), but it’s more
expensive and has only a 2-year burn-in warranty
SAMSUNG G95NC
57″ Super-UltraWide Monitor With KVM
Size: 57″
Resolution: 7680×2160
Panel: VA
Refresh Rate: 240Hz
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THE PROS:
* High pixel density
* 2392-zone mini LED FALD
* High contrast ratio, vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including VRR up to 240Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options
THE CONS:
* Expensive
* Minor blooming/haloing noticeable in certain scenes with local dimming
* VRR brightness flickering in dark scenes of games with fluctuating frame
rates (expected drawback of OLED and VA panels)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
If you want to take your gaming experience to the next level, you’re going to
love the Samsung Odyssey G9/G95NC S57CG95.
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This 57″ 7680×2160 panel is basically equivalent to two 32″ 4K panels put side
by side, just without the bezels in between them. This also means that you’ll
need quite a powerful PC rig to achieve high frame rates.
The RTX 40-series doesn’t even support the maximum 7680×2160 resolution at
240Hz, so you’ll be limited to 120Hz. Only AMD’s 7000-series supports 240Hz at
the maximum resolution at the moment.
However, considering how demanding this resolution is, you most likely won’t be
getting over 120FPS in most games with decent picture settings anyway.
The Samsung S57CG95 uses a fast VA panel with a 1ms GtG pixel response time
speed, so there won’t be any noticeable ghosting behind fast-moving objects.
Next, VRR is supported up to 240Hz for tear-free gameplay.
You get a stellar peak brightness of 1300-nits for <10% bright highlights
(750-nits for 100% white windows) and 95% DCI-P3 gamut coverage for vibrant
colors, while the 2392 dimming zones efficiently dim the areas of the screen
that are supposed to be dark, delivering a high contrast ratio and minimal
blooming.
Be sure to check out our full Samsung G95NC review for more information.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor is very sturdy and offers height adjustment up to
120mm, -5°/12° tilt, +/- 15° swivel and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility,
while the screen has a steep 1000R curvature for added immersion.
Connectivity options include DisplayPort 2.1, three HDMI 2.1 ports, a headphone
jack, two USB-A ports, two USB-B ports.
SAMSUNG ARK G97NC
55″ 4K Curved Monitor
Size: 55″
Resolution: 3840×2160
Panel: VA
Refresh Rate: 165Hz
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THE PROS:
* 1056-zone mini LED FALD
* High contrast ratio, vibrant colors
* Plenty of features including VRR up to 165Hz, PiP/PbP
* Ergonomic stand and rich connectivity options
THE CONS:
* Expensive
* Minor blooming/haloing noticeable in certain scenes with local dimming
* VRR brightness flickering in dark scenes of games with fluctuating frame
rates (expected drawback of OLED and VA panels)
ABOUT THE MONITOR
In case you’re looking for something even more extravagant, check out the
Samsung Odyssey Ark with a 55″ 4K 165Hz curved (1000R) fast VA panel with a
1056-zone mini LED FALD.
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Since it has a 1056-zone mini LED FALD backlight and a 55″ 4K panel, the HDR
viewing experience won’t be quite as good as that of the Neo G95NC, but you
still get excellent HDR image quality with deep blacks and a high 1300-nit peak
brightness.
Further, the monitor has a wide 95% DCI-P3 color gamut, a fast 1ms GtG pixel
response time speed and VRR support up to 165Hz.
The 4K UHD resolution has a pixel density of 80.96 PPI, so details and text
won’t be particularly sharp (similar to that of 27″ 1080p displays). It also
uses a BGR subpixel layout, so some fringing will be noticeable on small text
and fine details.
Still, considering how large the screen is, you’ll be sitting further from the
screen (than you would from a typical ~27″ sized display), so the individual
pixels won’t be that noticeable.
It also has built-in Tizen OS with smart features, such as streaming apps,
Microsoft 365, DeX, Multi-View (displays up to 4 inputs at once) voice
assistance and more.
Thanks to its design and steep 1000R screen curvature, the monitor can be used
in both landscape and portrait orientations.
DESIGN & CONNECTIVITY
The stand of the monitor offers 188° pivot, up to 270mm height adjustment in the
landscape position (and up to 30mm in portrait), +/- 10° tilt and 200x200mm VESA
mount compatibility (or 300x300mm and 400x400mm via an extension kit).
Connectivity options on the monitor itself include a headphone jack, a USB-C
input for a webcam and a port for the One Connect Box, which is an external
device with other connectors.
The One Connect Box has DisplayPort 1.4, three HDMI ports, an Ethernet port,
digital audio output, a USB hub (2 type A downstream, 2 type B upstream and 2
type C upstream) and the ‘ex-link’ port for service.
Bluetooth 5.2 and WiFi 5 are supported too, and the Samsung Odyssey Ark has
integrated 2.2.2 channel speakers with 60W total for excellent audio quality and
Dolby Atmos support. You also get a remote controller.
Note that the older model, the Odyssey Ark G97NB, doesn’t support KVM.
CONCLUSION
These are the best monitors with built-in KVM switches currently available! Did
you find the best model for you? Feel free to leave us a comment below if you
need help picking the monitor that’s most suited for you!
All in all, the MSI MAG274UPF offers the best value for money for both gaming
and work.
In case you’re not interested in HDR, pick one of the premium ultrawide models,
such as the Dell U4025QW.
If you want to enjoy proper HDR, any of the mini LED or OLED displays will do
just fine, though we highly recommend the MSI MPG 271QRX, 321URX and MPG 341CQPX
models.
Didn’t find what you’re looking for? We also have a dedicated list of all KVM
monitors!
Updates +
* November 4, 2024:
– Added the MSI MD272XP.
– Replaced the Gigabyte M27Q-P with the Gigabyte M27QA.
– Added review summary for the BenQ EX321UX.
* July 23, 2024:
– Replaced the MSI MEG 342C with the MSI MPG 341CQPX.
* April 25, 2024:
– Added the MSI MPG 491CQP.
* March 29, 2024:
– Replaced the Corsair 27QHD240 with MSI MPG 271QRX, and the ASUS PG32UCDM
with the MSI MPG 321URX.
* March 7, 2024:
– Replaced the Dell UltraSharp U4021QW with the U4025QW.
* February 5, 2024:
– Replaced the Gigabyte M27U and M32U models with the MSI MAG274UPF and
MAG323UPF models.
– Replaced the AOC AG493UCX2 with the ASUS XG49WCR.
– Added the LG 45GR75DC and the Innocn 34M1R.
* December 11, 2023:
– Replaced the Gigabyte M34WQ with the Acer XR343CKP, and the Gigabyte M28U
with M27U.
– Added the Samsung G97NC and the MSI MAG401QR.
* November 24, 2023:
– Added the Acer CB382CUR as an alternative to the Acer XR383CURP.
– Added the MSI MAG401QR and the Acer XR343CKP as alternatives to the
Gigabyte M34WQ.
* October 30, 2023:
– Added review summaries for the Samsung G95NC and the Corsair 27QHD240.
– Added back the Gigabyte M27Q-X.
* July 21, 2023:
– Removed the Gigabyte M27Q-X (discontinued).
– Replaced the Dell U4919DW with the U4924DW, the Samsung S95UA with the AOC
AG493UCX2.
– Added the Dell U4323QE and the Acer XR383CURP.
– Added review summaries for the Innocn 27M2V, 32M2V and the MSI MEG342C.
* May 16, 2023:
– Added HDR category.
* March 3, 2023:
– Replaced the MSI MPG321UR-QD with the Gigabyte M32U.
– Added the Innocn 27M2V and the Innocn 32M2V as HDR alternatives for the
M28U/M32U.
* January 2, 2023:
– Added the ASUS XG349C as an alternative for the Gigabyte M34WQ.
* December 14, 2022:
– Added the LG 49WQ95C and the AOC AG493UCX2 as an alternative to the Samsung
S95UA.
* December 1, 2022:
– Added review summaries for the Tempest GP27Q and GP27U.
* November 22, 2022:
– Checked up on the guide to ensure that our picks are still the best options
available.
* October 13, 2022:
– Added the Gigabyte M27F-A.
* October 12, 2022:
– Added the Gigabyte M32QC, the Gigabyte M32UC and the LG 34WQ73A as
alternatives for the M32Q, the MSI MPG321UR-QD and the Gigabyte M34WQ,
respectively.
– Replaced the Gigabyte M27Q with the M27Q-P (Pro).
– Added the Gigabyte M27F-A to the table. A dedicated review section will be
added soon.
* May 8, 2022:
– Added the Samsung S95UA.
* April 20, 2022:
– Added the Gigabyte M27Q-X.
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