The 6 Best Monitors of 2025

The best computer monitor we've tested is the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM. It's a premium 27-inch, 4k monitor that has a QD-OLED panel. Although it's designed with gaming in mind, it's great for a variety of uses and offers fantastic picture quality. Your favorite content looks realistic, as it displays deep and inky blacks in dark rooms and makes highlights pop and colors look vivid. It has a few features for versatility, like its USB-C port with 90W of power delivery and a KVM switch, which helps if you want to change sources and use the same keyboard and mouse on both.

It's also one of the best options for gaming because of its 240Hz refresh rate and near-instantaneous response time. It even has HDMI and DisplayPort 2.1 bandwidth to take full advantage of gaming consoles and modern graphics cards. While OLEDs like this risk permanent burn-in with constant exposure to the same static elements over time, it isn't so much of a risk if you vary your usage. Even if you want to use it for work, its 4k resolution helps result in sharp text clarity, and the 27-inch screen is big enough to place two windows side-by-side. However, you can also check out the 32-inch ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM if you want a larger screen. It performs similarly, but text isn't as sharp, and this monitor doesn't support DisplayPort 2.1 bandwidth.

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If you still want a premium display for a bit less or are concerned about the risk of burn-in, check out the BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX. It's different from the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM because instead of having a QD-OLED panel, it uses an IPS panel with Mini LED backlighting. This means it doesn't have the same deep, inky blacks in dark rooms without any haloing, and it doesn't display the same vivid colors either. However, its 1,152 local dimming zones still help improve its contrast ratio, producing deep enough blacks in dark rooms, though it has haloing around bright objects.

However, this is a more versatile display for different uses, including work, than the ASUS. Besides the fact that it doesn't risk burn-in with constant exposure to the same static elements over time, it also gets incredibly bright. Even though some reflections on the screen can get distracting, it easily gets bright enough to fight this glare. It also has some productivity features, like a USB-C port with 65W of power and DisplayPort Alt Mode to connect a laptop, and a KVM switch that makes it easy to change sources and use the same peripherals on both.

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While most of the gaming monitors mentioned above are good enough for work purposes, there are other great options if you want a dedicated work monitor without gaming perks. The Dell U3225QE is excellent for work as it has features for almost any type of work. Plus, the main advantage of getting it over other monitors with an OLED panel, like the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM, is that you can use it to work for long hours and not worry about burn-in.

Besides that, text looks sharp, and the 32-inch screen is big enough to open multiple windows side by side. It also has wide viewing angles and incredible ergonomics, so it's easy to share your screen with someone else or adjust it to a preferred position. Another advantage of getting this over other 4k options, like the BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX, is that it has a massive USB hub to which you can connect a variety of devices. This includes five USB-A ports and five more USB-C ports, and it supports Thunderbolt 4 and 140W of power, which is ideal if you want to connect a MacBook. If you're looking for a smaller 27-inch version of this monitor, check out the less expensive Dell U2725QE, which has very similar performance and nearly identical features.

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If the BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX is still out of your price range, the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx is a solid mid-range option. It often goes on sale and is worth getting when it does. It's actually very similar to the BenQ because it also uses Mini LED backlighting, with 576 dimming zones, but there are still some trade-offs. For example, the Acer doesn't get as bright, but because it has better reflection handling, it's still a good choice to use in a well-lit room. The Acer also has fewer features, as it has a smaller USB hub and supports less bandwidth over its DisplayPort input.

It's still a fantastic monitor for both work and play. It has a 4k resolution, like the BenQ, and even though it has a smaller screen, it has higher pixel density, and text looks incredibly sharp. Besides that, it has everything you'd want in a gaming monitor, like HDMI 2.1 bandwidth to take advantage of gaming consoles. Motion looks sharp, and this monitor has low input lag with most signals, but it increases with 60Hz signals, which is disappointing if you play games that need fast reactions.

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If you don't need a dedicated work monitor and are looking for a multi-use monitor like the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx on a budget, look at the AOC Q27G3XMN. It has a lower 1440p resolution than the Acer, so text and images aren't as sharp and detailed. Another trade-off for getting something cheaper is that the AOC has fewer features than the Acer, as it doesn't have a USB hub to connect your devices. That's normal for an entry-level monitor, so you must ensure your computer has enough ports to connect your devices.

The biggest advantage of the AOC, especially against other low-cost monitors, is that it uses Mini LED backlighting, similar to that of the Acer. This means it displays deep blacks against bright highlights, which is great for watching HDR content, especially in dark rooms. It even gets bright enough to fight glare in a well-lit room. Lastly, it has gaming features like a 180Hz refresh rate, and it has a fast response time, but there's smearing behind fast-moving objects. You can also check out the AOC Q27G40XMN, which gets brighter and has a better local dimming system. However, it has worse motion handling and ergonomics.

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If you want something less expensive than the AOC Q27G3XMN, look at the MSI G274QPF-QD. It performs similarly to the AOC in several ways, such as its 1440p resolution and fantastic ergonomics. It also has very good SDR brightness, so you can use it in a typical room. It even has some things the AOC lacks. You can connect it to your computer via USB-C, and it lacks the AOC's smearing with fast-moving objects, though it does have more blur overall.

The main difference between these two monitors is their HDR performance. The MSI doesn't get bright enough for highlights to pop, and because it lacks a local dimming system and has sub-par contrast, deep blacks appear gray in a dark room. Its colors aren't as vivid as those on the AOC, though it still displays a wide range of colors. Provided you don't plan on using it for HDR, the MSI is a versatile monitor that works well for gaming or productivity.

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