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Evening Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Evening Standard
Best multi-screen monitors for productivity and gaming
Best for: Productivity perfection and curves to boot Having recently unboxed, assembled (very simple, by the way) and hoisted this impressively sculpted offering from Philips, I can confirm that the new 34B2U3600C is an absolute beast. Tiltable and coming complete with a height adjustable – what I'm going to call – slider stand, it's at moments like that in a reviewer's life that they question the adequacy of the size of their desk. Subtitled the 'Curved Business Monitor', it's most definitely curved, to a perfect 1500R degree to allow for a more immersive experience and ease of multimedia viewing, and it also most definitely means business, with a 34-inch, 21:9 aspect ratio VA LCD that comes packing a resolution of a razor sharp WQHD (3440 x 1440-pixels), married to a contrast ratio of 3500:1, a brightness of an illuminating 300cd/m2, response time of 4ms, and a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz. A spectacular set of specs, without a doubt, that mean this 'beast' can let you multiscreen your way through work and then instantly relieve any stresses of the corporate day in some online arena of savage combat or, should you be so inclined, behind the wheel of a classic 1987 Toyota Corolla Levin GT-Apex in Tokyo Xtreme Racing. As briefly mentioned above, the Philips is a breeze to put together, featuring a screw-on stand base that takes mere seconds to secure to the arm, which then simply clicks securely into the back of the monitor – less than a minute, door-to-door. From that point on you can change the height of the monitor through 180mm, swivel through -/+180-degrees, and tilt through -5/30-degrees to achieve the absolute Goldilocks Zone of computing comfort. Capable of connecting to two devices simultaneously with 'MultiView', once hooked up you can opt to go PIP (Picture-in-Picture) or PBP (Picture-by-Picture), the latter option splitting the display down the middle to act as two separate screens. Connection-wise, the Philips is an embarrassment of options, racking up 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x USB-C (90W, DP Alt), 4x USB data ports, 1x 3.5mm audio output and 1x Ethernet RJ45 connection, so everything you could need is amply provided, while a built-in a Smart KVM switch lets you flip between sources with a simple click and utilise a single keyboard and mouse. Finally, for the eyes there's 'Flicker-free tech', 'Low Blue Light', and 'Light Sensor', and for the ears there's 2x 5W speakers, so that's every multiscreen box well and truly ticked, making the Philips 34B2U3600C the absolute full-package at a price that seems far too reasonable for such a full spectrum of specs.
Engadget
19-05-2025
- Engadget
LG 27 UltraGear OLED review: I finally get the 480Hz gaming hype
LG's 27-inch 1440p UltraGear OLED monitor (model 27GX790A) is as close to gaming nirvana as fps-hungry players can get — for now, anyway. It has a 480Hz refresh rate, allowing it to actually display up to 480 fps for insanely fast-paced shooters, along with a low 0.03ms response time. And it supports DisplayPort 2.1, which offers higher bandwidth than typical DisplayPort 1.4 ports, so it doesn't need to use Display Stream Compression (DSC) like most other gaming displays. Together with NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology, both of which will help to reduce screen tearing, the UltraGear 27 has pretty much everything you'd want in a high-end gaming display. But given its high $1,000 retail price (though it's currently on sale for $800), the UltraGear 27 clearly isn't meant for most people. You'll absolutely need a powerful GPU and CPU to get close to seeing 480 fps in 1440p. And, let's be honest, very few people will even see the difference between 480Hz and more affordable 120Hz to 240Hz screens. The LG 27GX790A is for the true sickos. The 27 UltraGear is a phenomenal OLED gaming monitor, and it proves that 480Hz screens aren't all just hype. $800 at Amazon Explore More Buying Options $870 at Macy's$800 at Best Buy I've tested plenty of high refresh rate screens in my time, from gaming laptops to a wide variety of monitors. I distinctly remember the excitement around 120Hz LCDs at CES 2010, and I definitely noticed the difference between those screens and standard 60Hz displays at the time. Shooters just looked smoother and felt more responsive. Then there was the leap to 240Hz screens, which was noticeable but not nearly as impressive as the arrival of OLED gaming displays with better black levels and astounding contrast. Then came 360Hz screens, which, to be honest, didn't feel like a huge leap over 240Hz. Our eyes can only see so much after all, especially if you're moving beyond your peak gaming years. So I didn't really expect to be wowed by the UltraGear 27 — I figured it would be yet another solid OLED monitor, like the 27-inch 4K Alienware we recently reviewed. But after spending plenty of time with the UltraGear 27 on my gaming PC, powered by an NVIDIA RTX 5090 and AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D, I noticed something strange. While I couldn't really see a major difference between its 480Hz screen and my daily driver, the 240Hz Alienware 32-inch QD-OLED, I could feel it. Devindra Hardawar for Engadget The first time the UltraGear 27 truly clicked for me — the point where I finally understood the hype around 480Hz displays — was during a Rocket League match. I noticed that the longer I played, the more I reached a flow state where I could easily read the position of the ball, re-orient the camera and zip off to intercept. It almost felt like there was a direct connection between what my brain wanted to do, and what was actually happening on the screen. I forgot about the Xbox Elite controller in my hand, and the desk clutter in my office. The real world melted away — I was fully inside Rocket League's absurd soccer arena. When the match ended, it took me a few minutes to reacclimatize to reality. Rocket League's fast motion and lack of downtime made it the ideal introduction to super-high frame rates. I was also easily able to reach 480 fps in 1440p with my system's hardware, but you'll still easily be able to see upwards of 300 fps with older GPUs, especially if you bump down to 1080p. To be clear, this monitor is pretty much wasted on older and budget video cards. I noticed a similarly transcendent flow state as I got back into Overwatch 2, a game I gave up on years ago. The UltraGear 27 shined best when I was playing fast-paced characters like Tracer, Genji and Lucio, since I had a better sense of space during heated matches. But it also helped with more accurate shots when sniping with the likes of Hanzo and Widowmaker. Beyond the seemingly metaphysical benefits of its 480Hz screen, the UltraGear 27 is also simply a great OLED monitor. Black levels are wonderfully dark, and it can also achieve slightly brighter highlights (up to 1,300 nits) than most OLEDs in small areas. Graphically rich games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 practically leap off the screen, thanks to its excellent 98.5 percent DCI-P3 color accuracy. The UltraGear 27 doesn't use a QD-OLED screen like Alienware's latest models, but its color performance doesn't suffer much for it. Devindra Hardawar for Engadget If you've got a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X around, the UltraGear 27's two HDMI 2.1 ports will also let them perform at their best. While there are no built-in speakers, the display does include a headphone jack with support for DTS technology for spatial audio like most gaming monitors. It's also a 4-pole connection, so you can plug in headphones with microphones as well. For accessories, there are two USB 3.0 Type A ports, along with an upstream USB connection for your PC. The UltraGear 27 doesn't look particularly distinctive when it's turned off, but it's hard to ask for much flair when it does so much right. Its nearly borderless bezel makes the screen practically float in the air, and you can also easily adjust its height and angle to suit your needs. Devindra Hardawar for Engadget The biggest downside with the UltraGear 27 is its $1,000 retail price. While it's nice to see it already falling to $800, it's still absurdly high compared to most 27-inch 1440p monitors. If you want to save some cash, LG's 27-inch 240Hz UltraGear is still a very good option. But if you're in the market for a 480Hz display, you'll basically have to live with paying a ton. For example, ASUS's ROG Swift 27-inch OLED is still selling for $1,000. If you're an esports player, or a gamer who demands the highest framerates no matter the cost, the UltraGear 27 is an excellent OLED monitor. But I think most players would be perfectly fine with a cheaper 240Hz screen. Even if you can easily afford the UltraGear 27, it's also worth considering larger screens like the Alienware 32-inch 4K QD-OLED . You'll still get decently high frame rates, but you'll also get a screen that's more immersive for ogling the graphics in Clair Obscur . Devindra Hardawar for Engadget With Samsung teasing a 500Hz OLED gaming screen, there's clearly still a demand for insanely high refresh rates. If you absolutely must have that fix, the UltraGear 27 was made for you. It has all of the benefits of OLED, and with the right title, it might help you achieve a new level of gaming transcendence.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Yahoo
Samsung expands monitor line with Odyssey 3D, OLED G8 and new ultrawide Odyssey G9
Samsung will happily tell you that it's the top choice monitor for gamers, thanks in no small part to the performance of the Odyssey line-up. These premium monitors have pushed design, specs and performance, now updatied for 2025 – including a new addition. The Odyssey 3D (G90XF) offers a glasses-free viewing experience, supported by eye-tracking tech and a lenticular lens to ensure you get a great experience. We first laid eyes on this model at CES 2025 where Digital Trends' Jacob Roach was impressed with its performance. It's a 27-inch monitor, but it's not limited to showing 3D content: it can also convert 2D into 3D, so it's more versatile than some competitor screens. Elsewhere it's a capable gaming monitor supporting 165Hz refresh rates, 4K resolution and support for AMD FreeSync Premium and Nvidia G-Sync to deliver an optimal experience. It's a flat IPS panel with a 16:9 aspect, while connectivity runs to two HDMI 2.1, one Display Port 1.4 and USB ports. There are also a pair of speakers built in. There's RGB lighting to illuminate around the display, which sits on a height adjustable stand. Currently Samsung is inviting pre-registration in some regions, with sales starting in Korea: priced at KRW2,490,000, it could be around $1,700 when it lands in the US on April 8. If 3D isn't your bag, then there's a good chance that the Odyssey OLED G8 (G81SF) will be. This is one of the most popular gaming monitors, with the 2025 model expanding on its forebears and coming in 27 and 32-inch sizes. It's a 4K monitor, with Samsung boasting that the 27-inch model has the highest pixel density (166ppi) for a 240Hz monitor. For many it will be the OLED panel that's attractive, delivering jaw-dropping quality and wonderfully rich visuals, but also supporting a 0.03 gray-to-gray response speeds. There's Display Port 1.4, two HDMI 2.1 and USB connections. There are no speakers here, but you do get illumination on the rear and a premium silver design, with the stand supporting height, pivot and tilt. You can expect to pay around $1,000 for the 27-inch model or $1,200 for the 32-inch, but again, US prices are still to be confirmed. The Odyssey OLED G8 will likely be a great gaming monitor, but it's an expensive choice for sure. Samsung knows how to impress and there's nothing quite like the Odyssey G9. This is one of the widest displays on the market, with a huge 49-inch diagonal measurement. The new model is the G91F and note that this isn't the OLED model, it's the LCD version. What you're effectively getting here is two QHD displays side-by-side and if you've not had the chance to play with one, that's also the option to to view two different sources simultaneously, with picture-by-picture or picture-in-picture modes. It has a 32:9 aspect ratio, with a 1000R curve, which feels like it wraps around you when you're sat at your desk. The actual resolution is 5120 x 1440 pixels and it's a VA LCD display supporting up to 144Hz, and certified for VESA Display HDR 600 standards. The converted prices for the new Odyssey G9 come in at about $900, substantially less than you'll pay for the OLED G9. As I said, full details about these models in the US should land on April 8.
USA Today
17-03-2025
- USA Today
We've already reviewed Dell's new UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor and it's near-perfect for productivity
Pros Deep black levels and high contrast Tons of connectivity options Higher refresh rate Anti-glare screen Cons Slow response time More expensive than most HDR performance is only fine About the Dell UltraSharp 32 4K monitor Credit: Reviewed / Christian de Looper The UltraSharp 32 4K (U3225QE) is the latest IPS Black monitor from Dell. Display size: 32 inches 32 inches Resolution: 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 Refresh rate: 120Hz 120Hz Peak brightness: 600 nits (HDR) 600 nits (HDR) HDR support: VESA DisplayHDR 600 VESA DisplayHDR 600 Color saturation: 99% DCI-P3 (rated), 100% sRGB (rated) 99% DCI-P3 (rated), 100% sRGB (rated) Color depth: 10-bit 10-bit Contrast ratio: 3,000:1 3,000:1 Ports: 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x DisplayPort 1.4 out, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x Thunderbolt 4 upstream with 140W PD, 1x Thunderbolt 4 downstream, 1x USB-C, 1x 3.5 audio out, 4x USB-A 10Gbps, 1x RJ45, 1x front-facing USB-A 10Gbps, 2x front-facing USB-C 10Gbps 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x DisplayPort 1.4 out, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x Thunderbolt 4 upstream with 140W PD, 1x Thunderbolt 4 downstream, 1x USB-C, 1x 3.5 audio out, 4x USB-A 10Gbps, 1x RJ45, 1x front-facing USB-A 10Gbps, 2x front-facing USB-C 10Gbps VRR support: HDMI VRR HDMI VRR Other features: Anti-glare panel, multi-source mode Anti-glare panel, multi-source mode Price: $949.99 The UltraSharp 32 4K (U3225QE) is the latest IPS Black monitor from Dell, and sits alongside a similar 27-inch model, the Dell UltraSharp 27 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor (U2725QE). It also doubles as a Thunderbolt 4 hub, with a series of rear-facing and front-facing ports. The UltraSharp 32 4K (U3225QE) monitor costs $949.99 ($699.99 for the 27), though you'll likely be able to get it discounted both from Dell and other retailers soon, given it was just released to the market today, February 25, 2025. How we tested In testing the Dell UltraSharp 32 4K, we used the monitor in various modes, connected to different sources, and so on. We also tested things like backlighting, using test videos designed to highlight things like display uniformity and motion blur. We've reviewed hundreds of monitors and other kinds of displays over the years and have a deep understanding of what makes a great monitor—and a not-so-great one. What we like The Dell UltraSharp 32 4K has deep black levels (for an IPS screen) Let's get this out of the way right now. For an IPS screen, the Dell UltraSharp 32 4K offers excellent deep black levels and a high contrast ratio. Previous generation IPS screens have struggled to get past a 1000:1 contrast ratio, but this monitor smashes that number, reaching all the way to 3000:1. And you can tell the difference. IPS screens are known for better color reproduction compared to TN and VA panels but have struggled to reach the same black levels. IPS Black, however, minimizes light leakage to achieve deeper black levels, while retaining that superior color reproduction. OLED, of course, is the elephant in the room, thanks to the fact that OLED panels offer pixel-level lighting control for perfect black levels (or so-called true blacks), and contrast ratios of 1,000,000:1 or even higher. The downside to OLED monitors is the risk of screen burn-in, which happens when you have a static image on the screen for extended periods. That's common on computer monitors when it comes to things like menu bars and other icons. Not only that, IPS screens can get brighter than OLED, though OLED technology is improving when it comes to brightness. So how do the black levels perform in the real world? Well, they're certainly deeper than other IPS screens, but blacks still really look like really dark grays. On an OLED panel, parts of the image that are black can even blend in with a black bezel around the screen, but that won't happen here. The basic gist is that IPS technology is still arguably the way to go when it comes to computer monitors. They're bright and vibrant, and there's no risk of burn-in—plus they now sport deeper black levels. But, those black levels still don't approach OLED panels. The image is crisp and has excellent color reproduction Credit: Reviewed / Christian de Looper A good balance between beauty and affordability. Thankfully, the colors offered by this monitor are vibrant and bright, providing excellent color accuracy overall. The monitor can cover 99% of the DCI-P3 color space and 100% of the sRGB color space, with an average DeltaE under 2. Some monitors offer more accurate colors, though they often cost more. It's no accident that Dell is quoting a DeltaE of under 2. DeltaE essentially measures the difference between the intended color and what's produced on the screen. It's generally considered that the untrained eye can't see a DeltaE below 2. A DeltaE below 1 is usually considered good enough for ultra-color-sensitive work, like professional photo editing and video color-grading. That said, as a casual photographer and videographer, I found the monitor easily good enough for my work. So, unless you're working in a professional setting, your experience will likely be similar. Beyond work that requires ultra-accurate colors, the Dell UltraSharp 32 4K excels. Again, colors are vibrant and bright, and watching movies on the screen is a joy. Games looked stunning, too —this isn't a full-on gaming monitor and can't compete with the best gaming monitors we've tested, you'll still be pleased with what it offers. With a 4K resolution, the monitor is crisp and detailed—nothing new these days, but if you haven't used one regularly before, you'll find that text looks a little more crisp and images a little more detailed than lower resolution monitors. The anti-glare panel limits reflections We are big fans of anti-glare glass on TVs and monitors in recent times. The anti-glare glass used on the Dell UltraSharp 32 4K looks great, even when placed right beside a window in the afternoon when glare can get a little annoying on glossy display panels. You won't have to deal with this as much with the Dell UltraSharp 32 4K. The anti-glare glass doesn't eliminate glare, but it does a good job of minimizing it—you can see what's on the screen better and it's better for your eyes. Speaking of being better for your eyes, Dell says that the monitor is TÜV Rheinland 5-star eye comfort certified. That's thanks to a combination of the higher refresh rate, anti-glare glass, and high color accuracy. It means that it's easier on your eyes than other monitors, and could help reduce eye strain. The Dell UltraSharp 32 4K's brightness isn't stunningly high, but it's easily enough for the vast majority of settings, especially in the professional world. Even in the afternoon when the sun was shining through the window, I was still able to see what was on the screen perfectly well, with the brightness set to around 75%. The viewing angles on the monitor are also quite good, although this is less important on monitors than it is for TVs. Even at a wide viewing angle, we were able to easily see what was on the screen without any degradation in color. The display wasn't quite as bright at wide viewing angles, but again, it was easy to see what was on the screen, and it still looked quite good. There are tons of rear-facing ports and some front-facing ones Credit: Reviewed / Christian de Looper When connected to a laptop, the monitor can supply up to 140W of power. It also has HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs, plus there are four USB-A ports and a USB-C port. One of the big selling points of the Dell UltraSharp 32 4K over other monitors is the fact that it doubles as a Thunderbolt hub. In other words, it can connect to your computer through a single Thunderbolt cable and then allow you to plug accessories straight into your monitor for charging and connecting to your computer. For starters, when connected to a laptop, the monitor can supply up to 140W of power, which is easily enough to top off relatively quickly. It also has HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs, plus there are four USB-A ports and a USB-C port. That's not all—there are a few front-facing ports accessible with a little pop-out hub. We found the hub a little stiff—you practically have to lift the monitor to pop it out, but it then extends down and gives you access to two USB-C ports and one USB-A port, all three of which support data transfer of up to 10Gbps. This is loads of ports and should be more than enough for most users. We might have swapped out one or two of the USB-A ports on the back for another USB-C port or two, but that's down to personal preference. You can also use multiple inputs at once. The monitor lets you place images from multiple sources side-by-side or picture-in-picture. Use for this is perhaps niche, but it's still a cool feature. The Dell UltraSharp 32 4K monitor boasts a sleek and stylish design Credit: Reviewed / Christian de Looper The monitor is made of matte silver plastic, which looks high-quality despite not being metal. We love the look of this monitor. It features relatively thin bezels around the screen, which helps achieve a modern look. The monitor is made of matte silver plastic, which looks high-quality despite not being metal. The stand that the monitor comes with is versatile. It allows for the adjustment of monitor height, as well as the tilt angle, so you can get the perfect positioning for your needs. Additionally, the monitor supports VESA mounting, so if the stand doesn't quite do it for you, you can attach it to a more advanced mounting system. Dell indicates that the materials for the monitor are sustainably sourced. It's made from 87% post-consumer plastic and 100% recycled aluminum. Other materials aren't as sustainable—it uses 50% recycled stainless steel and 20% recycled glass. Hopefully, these numbers will continue to increase over time. As we mentioned, Dell also makes this monitor in a 27-inch size that may be a better fit for buyers who don't need a huge screen space and want to save some money. What we don't like HDR performance is only so-so While the monitor gets decently bright and the black levels are deeper thanks to IPS Black technology, this Dell monitor is still only 'just fine' when it comes to HDR performance. The monitor is VESA DisplayHDR 600 certified, and you can tell the difference. That said, the edge-lighting tech on the monitor means that HDR highlights simply aren't as impressive as they otherwise would be. Dell's own Alienware monitors, like the Alienware AW3225QF gaming monitor we reviewed, offer better HDR support, though. Some Alienware monitors support Dolby Vision and a peak HDR brightness of 1000 nits, at a similar price. But again, the Dell UltraSharp 32 4K isn't a gaming monitor, it's more focused on productivity, which means that HDR support isn't quite as important. At least until you want to watch a movie on it. It's not fully equipped for gaming The Dell UltraSharp 32 4K doubles its refresh rate to 120Hz compared to the previous generation model, which makes for a smoother experience overall. A higher refresh rate is never a bad thing, including when it comes to productivity. Sure, it's not as critical as in gaming, but you'll still get a smoother look and feel, especially when it comes to animations on the screen and scrolling through web pages. The Dell UltraSharp 32 4K also supports HDMI VRR, which means that it's equipped with a widely-compatible variable refresh rate. Unfortunately, however, it doesn't support hardware-specific versions of VRR, like AMD FreeSync or Nvidia G-Sync, so you may not get some optimizations. But, HDMI VRR is open enough to where you'll still get most of the advantages associated with a variable refresh rate in general. The response time on the monitor is a little lower than some gamers would want. Dell quotes a response time of between 5ms and 8ms depending on the mode you use, which is fine at best. Plenty of gamers look for monitors that have a sub-1ms response time, especially when it comes to competitive shooters. This monitor won't give you that. For productivity use, of course, you won't notice a response time like that at all. You may see some motion blur now and then, but we didn't find it to be distracting. Warranty The Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor (U3225QE) comes with Dell's 3-year limited hardware warranty. This covers manufacturer defects and issues, not damage that you my do to the monitor during the three years. In other words, you'll want to be careful with it. Should you buy the Dell UltraSharp 32 4K? Yes, it's a stunning productivity monitor The Dell UltraSharp 32 4K stays in its lane in a good way. The monitor is perfect for productivity, offering a high level of brightness and a much higher contrast ratio than any IPS screen before it. It's still not quite the gaming machine that some users may have wanted, despite the higher refresh rate, but if you're primarily looking for a monitor for productivity use, this one can still easily be used for casual gaming. Don't forget it serves as a great Thunderbolt hub with loads of ports to choose from. Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor Perfect for productivity, offering a high level of brightness and a much higher contrast ratio than any IPS screen before it. Read Our Review BUY NOW at Dell Dell UltraSharp 27 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor If you love everything about the Dell UltraSharp but prefer a smaller screen size, the 27 may be the way to go. Read Our Review BUY NOW at Dell Prices were accurate at the time this article was published but may change over time. The product experts at Reviewed have all your shopping needs covered. Follow Reviewed on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, or Flipboard for the latest deals, product reviews, and more. Meet the tester Christian de Looper Contributor @cdelooper Christian de Looper is a consumer tech journalist with over a decade of experience. De Looper has covered all areas of the consumer tech industry, from smartphones to smart homes — and has attended all of the major trade shows, including CES. De Looper has always been interested in consumer technology, but his love for gadgets and electronics blossomed into a full-blown passion when he started writing about it while completing his degree in audio production. Since then, he has written for many of the top tech publications, including [Digital Trends]( [Tom's Guide]( [TechRadar]( and many more. He loves getting his hands on all of the latest gadgets, but when he's not reviewing tech, he can be found hanging out with his family or producing music. See all of Christian de Looper's reviews
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WIRED
28-01-2025
- WIRED
Dell Has a Gorgeous 32-Inch 4K Gaming Monitor for $400 Off
Jan 28, 2025 12:27 PM Enjoy a huge discount on Alienware's high-refresh QD-OLED screen. Photograph: Dell; Getty Images If you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism. Learn more. Please also consider subscribing to WIRED Have you been checking out the upcoming Nvidia 50 Series GPUs, but worry your gaming monitor is holding you back? Dell is offering a healthy discount on the Alienware AW3225QF, an impressively-equipped gaming panel that will give even the Nvidia RTX 5090 Founders Edition (7/10, WIRED Recommends ) some room to breathe. Alienware tends to have pronounced styling, with this screen in particular sporting rounded edges and light-colored panels. If that bothers you, the stand is replaceable for any VESA 100x100 mount, and it's not like you'll see the back while using it anyway. Photograph: Dell At the heart of this gaming monitor, you'll find a slightly curved 4K QD-OLED panel, which should result in deeper, darker black levels, as well as beautifully rich colors. While 32 inches might not be the largest panel size, I think it strikes a nice balance between pixel density and usability. The 240Hz refresh rate is among the highest available at that resolution, which should give this screen plenty of life over the next few years. For anyone who can't quite keep up with the 240Hz refresh rate right now, the Alienware has Nvidia G-Sync. This adaptive refresh technology keeps your display's panel tied to the framerate of the game you're playing, reducing tearing and flickering when the two don't line up. While G-Sync only works with Nvidia graphics cards, AMD users can still take advantage of the VESA AdaptiveSync standard, which has the same core functionality. I also appreciate both the inputs provided here, as well as the included cables. Alongside a DisplayPort 1.4 port, you'll find three HDMI 2.1 ports, one with FRL and eARC, as well as a full USB 3.2 Gen 1 hub. Alienware includes the corresponding HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, and USB 3.2 Gen 1 cables, so you don't need to dig around in your bin of old cables wondering which might work. If that all sounds appealing, Dell has the 4K Alienware panel marked down from $1,200 to $900, and then you can use the code MONITORS15 to take an additional 15%, bringing the total cost down to just $765. The code will be good through 7 AM CST on February 3rd, but only as long as these stay in stock. Power up with unlimited access to WIRED . Get best-in-class reporting that's too important to ignore for just $2.50 $1 per month for 1 year. Includes unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber-only content. Subscribe Today .
