Often even a higher peak luminance can be achieved under certain conditions. For example, when a smaller area/APL of the display is used for showing a bright object, when a bright object is displayed for a short time, etc. Choosing your preferred monitor for gaming largely depends on your planned usage and which Xbox you own. The Xbox Series X consistently targets 4K resolution, with many top releases pushing up to 120 FPS gameplay for buttery-smooth visuals. That makes the Gigabyte M28U and LG 27GP950-B the best 4K Xbox Series X monitors, although other 4K and 1440p alternatives also draw a ton of value from the console. The Xbox Series S performs similarly, only frequently targeting 1080p or 1440p resolution, making affordable monitors like the ASUS VG27AQ better suited to its capabilities. You should also consider whether other devices will share this display with your Xbox console.

The static contrast shows the ratio between the brightest and the darkest color, which the display can reproduce simultaneously, for example, within one and the same frame/scene.The LG 27GP950-B is a 27-inch monitor that critics have praised as a good option for gaming. It has a sharp 4K screen resolution and HDR support that testers from Rtings have credited for ultra-realistic picture quality. They also pointed out that text clarity is quite high, so it can be used as an office monitor. Reviewers confirmed that image accuracy remained pretty good even when viewed from wide angles, making it a good option for co-op gaming. They were also pleased with the monitor’s high color accuracy, and ascertained that this LG monitor can also be used for color critical work. Reviewers also praised its support for both FreeSync and G-Sync technology as this meant the monitor is compatible with most GPUs, and since it also has an HDMI 2.1 port, it can be connected to the latest PS5 and Xbox consoles. These enhancements all require a compatible display, and the one you choose has a significant bearing on the value attained from your console. It's not all about specifications and features either, with the best models delivering punchy contrast and vibrant colors —an area where some manufacturers can fall short. HDMI 2.1 connectivity doesn't feature, although it's not essential without 4K. Its 1440p resolution allows you to push up to 120Hz over HDMI, supported on the new Xbox consoles. It's best with the Xbox Series X, where supersampling scales down 4K for sharp visuals. But it'll also showcase the best of the Xbox Series S, even if 1440p games on the system are currently scarce. The storage temperature shows the range from a minimum to a maximum temperature, within which storing of the display is considered to be safe. Information about the maximum amount of time, in which the pixels change from one color to another.

While 1440p displays don't offer the same clarity as 4K, it's still a sharp image that provides your middle ground with 1080p. It's a resolution natively supported by the Xbox Series X and Series S or lightening the load when playing PC games. You have a 240Hz refresh rate, ideal for PC, although somewhat overkill given the 120Hz cap with Xbox consoles. Responsive gaming is also guaranteed, with AMD FreeSync and G-Sync Compatible for VRR, plus low input lag and response times. While HDMI 2.1 monitors are getting more affordable, 4K TVs have long offered better value for console gaming. Many 4K TVs continue to lead in features and price, with LG’s OLED series a recurring favorite in our TV roundups. It’s little surprise; this 4K TV’s predecessors won our best gaming TV awards in 2020 and 2021, with the LG C2 still at the forefront for Xbox Series X and PS5 in 2022. I got this monitor, because I wanted something to use for work and some occasional gaming. I have a 2018 Intel MacBook Pro and a 2019 HP Omen (i7-8750H, RTX 2060 6GB). Information about the number of pixels on the horizontal and vertical side of the screen. A higher resolution allows the display of a more detailed and of higher quality image.The stand offers a 4.4-inch height adjustment with 5/15 degree tilt and a portrait mode. There is no swivel function. Movements are very solid and feel like a premium monitor should. The product supports up to 144Hz (O/C 160Hz). But it supports 4K and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) 120Hz when using an HDMI 2.1 cable. This is a 4K TV that rivals the best gaming monitors, with superb picture quality and full support for the best Xbox Series X features. Using this as a PC monitor should also come with knowledge of OLED burn-in, a pitfall of the technology where persistent images like the taskbar and menus can damage the screen over time. It's not a massive deal if you vary your content, especially between Xbox gaming and movie watching, but PC users should look elsewhere. It also has standout HDR, a common pitfall for monitors, supporting many top HDR standards. My gaming laptop has a USB-C port that supports DisplayPort, so I can use the same cable to run at 4K 144hz. It's a slightly older computer though, so I have to run games at 1080p, but they still look great. 1080p scales evenly into 4K, so I find that the graphics still look good.