The most popular panel type on monitors is OLED. They have individual pixels that can turn on and off, which helps them display perfect blacks in dark rooms without any haloing around bright objects. There are different OLED sub-types, including WOLED and QD-OLED, and even Tandem OLED, with various sizes, resolutions, and refresh rates. Since many models use the same panel as their competitors, choosing one over another can come down to features, price, and availability. They're also available at different price points, including new entry-level models coming out. Besides their superior picture quality versus LCD displays, they're beneficial for gaming as they have a near-instantaneous response time for sharp motion.
However, there are downsides to using an OLED, including VRR flicker with changing frame rates. Also, they're prone to burn-in when exposed to the same static elements over time, like if you only use it for work all day, every day. Although QD-OLEDs generally offer the best picture quality with more vivid colors than WOLEDs, their black levels rise in bright rooms, making them look gray or purple, depending on their screen coating. However, a downside of WOLEDs is that they tend to have a gamma shift at low refresh rates, causing a loss of details in dark scenes. This means any OLED panel type has its flaws, so choosing one type over another depends on your preferences.
We've bought and tested more than 405 monitors, and below are our picks for the best OLED monitors available. See our recommendations for the best HDR gaming monitors, the best HDR monitors, and, alternatively, the best Mini LED monitors. Also check out the best OLED TVs and learn about the best monitor brands.
We buy and test more than 30 monitors each year, all of which we purchase ourselves, without cherry-picked units or samples. We put a lot into each unbiased, straight-to-the-point review, and there's a whole process from purchasing to publishing, involving multiple teams and people. We do more than just use the monitor for a week; we use specialized, custom tools to measure various aspects and deliver objective, data-driven results. We also consider multiple factors before making any recommendations, including the monitor's cost, its performance compared to the competition, and whether it's easy to find.
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Best OLED Monitor
PC GamingConsole GamingHDR PictureSDR PictureBrightnessResponse TimeColor AccuracySize32"Panel TypeOLEDSub-TypeQD-OLEDMax Refresh Rate240 HzNative Resolution3840 x 2160See all our test resultsScreen FinishThe best OLED gaming monitor we've tested is the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM Gen3. It's a QD-OLED that combines a 4k resolution with a 240Hz refresh rate. This makes it ideal for gamers who want a responsive feel and a detailed image. It has everything you'd expect from a premium gaming monitor, like a near-instantaneous response time for sharp motion. It also takes full advantage of gaming consoles and modern graphics cards because it supports both HDMI and DisplayPort 2.1 bandwidth. It even has remarkable HDR picture quality with vivid colors and bright highlights, which is what you should expect with a QD-OLED. Plus, it uses a newer fourth-gen QD-OLED panel that gets brighter than older panels.
Besides that, it's part of a group of 4k QD-OLEDs that all perform similarly. This particular model is worth getting over the competition because it has some extra features, like a USB hub and a KVM switch. These help if you want to connect different devices directly to the monitor. It also supports Dolby Vision, which is a nice touch if you have a source that also supports Dolby Vision, like an Xbox Series X|S. If you find its 240Hz refresh rate limiting, you can also look into the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG32UCWMG. It's a 4k, 240Hz option with a dual mode to boost it to 480Hz with a lower 1080p resolution. However, its colors aren't as vivid as on the PG32UCDM Gen3.
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Best Upper Mid-Range OLED Monitor
PC GamingConsole GamingHDR PictureSDR PictureBrightnessResponse TimeColor AccuracySize32"Panel TypeOLEDSub-TypeWOLEDMax Refresh Rate330 HzNative Resolution3840 x 2160See all our test resultsScreen FinishIf you don't need a premium OLED at a high price, there are plenty of OLEDs you can get for a bit less, like the Samsung Odyssey OLED G73SH S32HG732S. It's especially worth getting when it's on sale. It's another 4k OLED, but it uses a different panel type that results in a few differences in picture quality versus the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM Gen3. It uses a WOLED panel whose colors aren't as vivid as on the ASUS. However, it has a few advantages: it maintains lower black levels better in bright rooms, so it has great picture quality in a well-lit room. Even though it isn't as bright as the ASUS and it has worse reflection handling, it's still fine to use with a few lights around.
In terms of gaming, it has a lower 165Hz native refresh rate than the ASUS, so gaming doesn't feel as smooth when you're using a 4k resolution. That said, you can boost its refresh rate to 330Hz with a lower 1080p resolution, so it offers versatility for playing different types of games. Like the ASUS, motion looks sharp, and it takes full advantage of modern gaming consoles, but it lacks DisplayPort 2.1 bandwidth like the higher-end ASUS. Lastly, it lacks productivity perks that the ASUS has, like a small USB hub, but its high resolution and sharper text clarity help for casual browsing the web or chatting with friends.
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Best Mid-Range OLED Monitor
PC GamingConsole GamingHDR PictureSDR PictureBrightnessResponse TimeColor AccuracySize27"Panel TypeOLEDSub-TypeQD-OLEDMax Refresh Rate360 HzNative Resolution2560 x 1440See all our test resultsScreen FinishIf you're looking for the best OLED gaming monitor at a lower cost without getting into budget models, look into the Dell Alienware AW2725DF. It differs from the Samsung Odyssey OLED G73SH S32HG732S in that it has a lower 1440p resolution, so text and images aren't as sharp. Sadly, it doesn't have high-bandwidth HDMI and DisplayPort 2.1 ports, so you can only reach the max refresh rate with compression over a DisplayPort connection. If you're using an HDMI connection, then the max refresh rate is limited to 144Hz. It at least has a higher max refresh rate of 360Hz, so gaming feels smoother, and you don't need to lower the resolution to reach this.
Another difference from the Samsung is that this Dell is a QD-OLED, so colors are more vivid. You still get all the benefits of an OLED with perfect blacks against bright highlights, but the black levels rise in bright rooms, making them look purple. This means you need to use it in a dark space to get the best picture quality. If you want an OLED that performs better in well-lit rooms, the LG 27GX700A-B is a solid option with a Tandem OLED panel that gets brighter. However, it tends to cost more unless you can find it on sale.
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Best Lower Mid-Range OLED Monitor
PC GamingConsole GamingHDR PictureSDR PictureBrightnessResponse TimeColor AccuracySize27"Panel TypeOLEDSub-TypeQD-OLEDMax Refresh Rate240 HzNative Resolution2560 x 1440See all our test resultsScreen FinishThere are more entry-level OLEDs coming out, which are great choices if you want the benefits of an OLED panel without premium features. If that's what you're interested in, the HyperX OMEN OLED 27q is a solid choice with good value. It's a step down from the Dell Alienware AW2725DF because it has a lower 240Hz refresh rate, which is still fast enough for most gamers. Plus, it offers all the benefits of an OLED, including the same deep blacks and sharp motion. That said, it's dimmer than the Dell, so highlights aren't as bright, and colors aren't as vivid, meaning its overall picture quality isn't as good.
On the plus side, it actually has some advantages over the Dell, mainly due to its HDMI 2.1 bandwidth. This means it can take full advantage of HDMI 2.1 graphics cards, including reaching its max refresh rate over HDMI. While it also works well with gaming consoles, it doesn't support downscaled 4k @ 120Hz signals with a PS5 or Xbox Series X|S. You can check out the LG 27GX704A-B if you want better console compatibility, but it uses a WOLED panel with less vivid colors, and it sometimes costs more.
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Best Budget OLED Monitor
PC GamingConsole GamingHDR PictureSDR PictureBrightnessResponse TimeColor AccuracySize27"Panel TypeOLEDSub-TypeQD-OLEDMax Refresh Rate240 HzNative Resolution2560 x 1440See all our test resultsScreen FinishAlthough there aren't many budget-friendly OLEDs out there, the Dell Alienware AW2726DM offers good value at a lower cost than most other options. It has the same screen specs as the HyperX OMEN OLED 27q, with a 27-inch size, 1440p resolution, and 240Hz refresh rate. It also has a QD-OLED panel that performs similarly for the most part, but there are a few trade-offs for this cheaper model. It doesn't get as bright and has worse out-of-the-box accuracy, which is something to consider if you want accurate images without any sort of calibration. Its stand doesn't come with typical swivel adjustment, either, which is a downside for co-op gaming with someone next to you.
Another thing to consider if you want to get this monitor is that it lacks HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, like the HyperX. This means you can't reach the monitor's max refresh rate over HDMI with a gaming PC. That said, it supports the same signals with gaming consoles, including VRR with a PS5, so it performs the same as the HyperX if you need something for console gaming.
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Best Ultrawide OLED Gaming Monitor
PC GamingConsole GamingHDR PictureSDR PictureBrightnessResponse TimeColor AccuracySize34"Panel TypeOLEDSub-TypeQD-OLEDMax Refresh Rate360 HzNative Resolution3440 x 1440See all our test resultsScreen FinishAlthough the recommended monitors above all have 27-inch screen sizes, there's another class of OLEDs with an ultrawide aspect ratio. These offer more horizontal screen space than on a 27-inch screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio, giving you an immersive gaming experience. If that's what you're interested in, the best ultrawide OLED monitor we've tested is the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDN. It has a 34-inch screen with a 3440x1440 resolution, so images aren't as detailed as other high-end options, like the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM Gen3, which is the best all-around OLED due to its higher resolution. That said, this monitor offers advantages in other ways.
For example, it has a higher 360Hz refresh rate for a smoother feel. Like the PG32UCDM Gen3, it uses a newer QD-OLED panel that gets bright. It also uses the same BlackShield glossy coating that's better at minimizing black level raise in bright rooms than other QD-OLEDs. However, it isn't perfect, as blacks still look gray in a well-lit space. If you want an ultrawide that maintains deep blacks in dark rooms, look into the LG 39GX950B-B. It's a 39-inch display with a 5k2k resolution and a Tandem OLED panel that gets bright. That said, it costs more than the PG34WCDN, and its colors aren't as vivid.
Notable Mentions
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ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM:
The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM is a smaller and cheaper alternative to the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM Gen3 with similar overall performance. However, it isn't as bright.
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Samsung Odyssey OLED G80SH S32HG802S:
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G80SH S32HG802S is a high-end 4k, 240Hz QD-OLED that competes directly with the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM Gen3. While the Samsung performs similarly, the main difference is that it has a matte coating. This means it has better reflection handling, but images aren't as clear.
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ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W:
The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W is an upper mid-range option that's better for gaming than the Samsung Odyssey OLED G73SH S32HG732S. The ASUS has a higher 540Hz refresh rate that you can boost to 720Hz in its dual mode. However, the ASUS has a lower 1440p resolution, so it's less versatile than the Samsung.
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ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG:
The ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG is a 1440p, 360Hz QD-OLED that competes with the Dell Alienware AW2725DF. It performs similarly for the most part and has a few extra features, like HDMI 2.1 bandwidth. However, it tends to cost more than the Dell.
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Dell S3225QC:
The Dell S3225QC is an entry-level OLED with a higher 4k resolution than the Dell Alienware AW2726DM. The S3225QC is a good choice if you want detailed images, like for console gaming, but it has a lower 120Hz refresh rate and tends to cost more than the AW2726DM.
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Dell Alienware AW3426DW:
The Dell Alienware AW3426DW is a 1440p, 280Hz ultrawide that's cheaper than the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDN. The Dell is a solid alternative if you want to save some money, but its lower refresh rate is less ideal for gaming. The Dell also lacks a few features, like DisplayPort 2.1 bandwidth and a KVM switch.
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Recent Updates
Sep 02, 2026:
We replaced the LG 27GX790B-B as the 'Best Upper Mid-Range OLED Monitor' with the Samsung Odyssey OLED G73SH S32HG732S, which has a higher resolution. In the Notable Mentions, we removed the Dell Alienware AW2725Q, the LG C6 48 OLED, and the MSI MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36, and we added the Samsung Odyssey OLED G80SH S32HG802S, the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W, and the Dell Alienware AW3426DW to better represent the current market.
Jul 22, 2026:
We replaced the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM with the newer and brighter ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM Gen3 as the best overall OLED. In the Notable Mentions, we removed the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM and the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG, and we added the PG27UCDM and the LG C6 48 OLED.
Jun 09, 2026:
We added the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDN as the 'Best Ultrawide OLED Gaming Monitor' to better reflect the current market. We also added the MSI MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36 to the Notable Mentions.
May 13, 2026:
We added the HyperX OMEN OLED 27q as the 'Best Lower Mid-Range OLED Monitor' to give another option, and we replaced the Dell S3225QC with the cheaper Dell Alienware AW2726DM in the budget category. In the Notable Mentions, we removed the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG and added the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG and the S3225QC.
Apr 14, 2026:
We made sure all the monitors are available to buy, and the article is consistent with other articles.
All Reviews
Our recommendations are based on what we think are the best OLED monitors currently available in the United States, including the best OLED gaming monitor. They're adapted to be valid for most people in each price range. The rating is based on our review, feedback from visitors, and price. For example, two monitors may perform the same, but the cheaper one will be recommended. We also consider availability, as we don't recommend a monitor that's hard to find.
If you'd prefer to make your own decision, here's the list of all of our OLED monitor reviews. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. Most monitors are good enough to please most people, and the things we fault monitors on are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.