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A flamingo on the LG UltraGear Dual Mode OLED monitor.

LG Dual Mode OLED review: a truly one-of-a-kind gaming monitor

LG's UltraGear Dual Mode OLED does something no other OLED does: 480Hz. It's the standout feature of this excellent display, but the price holds it back.
An Asus gaming monitor sitting on a table.

Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDMG review: an incredible, glossy OLED monitor

An HDR demo playing on the HP Omen 27k monitor.

HP Omen 27k review: a shockingly good budget monitor

With a 4K resolution, great color, and a suite of features for a reasonable price., the HP Omen 27k is a prime example of how far gaming monitors have come.
The MSI MPG321URX showing an OLED demo.

MSI’s OLED gaming monitor pulls off the impossible

MSI is aggressively going for the OLED crown with MPG 321URX, and thanks to some clear undercutting of the competition, the display could nab it.
Hot Wheels Unleashed on the Asus ROG PG34WCDM.

Asus ROG Swift PG34WCDM review: brightest isn’t always best

Asus' first ultrawide OLED put out the highest brightness we've ever seen out of an OLED monitor, but it's just a little too expensive.
The Dell UltraSharp 34 in an office in front of a window.

The new Dell UltraSharp 34 ultrawide is a productivity nerd’s dream come true

Dell's latest ultrawide UltraSharp monitor adds 120Hz to the mix, in addition to its IPS Black panel.
Cyberpunk 2077 on the Asus ROG PG32UCDM.

Asus ROG Swift 32 QD-OLED review: the one we’ve been waiting for

Asus emerged as the unofficial champion of the first wave of OLED gaming monitors, but does it keep the crown in 2024? The PG32UCDM suggests it does.
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Alienware 27 QD-OLED.

Alienware 27 QD-OLED review: making the best even better

Alienware has enjoyed two years at the top of the heap of best gaming monitors, and with the 27 QD-OLED, it might enjoy another two.
The Alienware 32 QD-OLED monitor on a stand.

Alienware 32 QD-OLED review: a showstopping monitor

When it comes to gaming, the Alienware 32 QD-OLED offers an unparalleled experience
The LG UltraGear 45 monitor playing Resident Evil 4.

LG’s massive 45-inch UltraGear misses what makes 32:9 special

LG's UltraGear 45GR75DC-B brings the unique (and oddly popular) 32:9 aspect ratio below $1,000, but it trades a lot in meeting that price.
Lenovo ThinkVision P49w-30 monitor front view showing screen and base.

Lenovo’s 49-inch ultrawide is absurdly wide — and pretty great

The Lenovo ThinkVision P49w-30 is an extreme example of the ultrawide monitor, and it's quite expensive. But its image quality and features are very good.
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9.

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 review: I want to buy it

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 provides the most immersive gaming experience money can buy, even if that means dealing with a few strange quirks along the way.
MSI Modern MD271UL monitor front view showing display and stand.

This 27-inch 4K monitor is an awesome, affordable choice for creators

The MSI Modern MD271UL is confusing to configure, but once you get it right, it provides excellent colors, brightness, and contrast at an affordable price.
Dell UltraSharp 38 Curved USB-C Monitor front view.

This monster Dell monitor does everything well, except one crucial thing

The Dell UltraSharp 38 Curved USB-C monitor has a long name, but it's worth it with a ton of connectivity and convenience. If only the image quality was better.
Hogwarts Legacy running on the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8.

Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 review: great against all odds

Arriving a year late and $500 more expensive than the competition, the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 seemed doomed to fail. But it still stands out against all odds.
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Lenovo Y32p-30.

The Lenovo Legion Y32p-30 is (almost) the perfect 4K gaming monitor

The Lenovo Y32p-30 doesn't stand out with OLED, mini-LED, or an insane refresh rate. But it has the right balance of features most gamers a looking for.
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the LG UltraGear OLED 45.

LG UltraGear OLED 45 (45GR95QE-B) review: let’s get immersed

The LG UltraGear OLED 45 provides one of the most immersive gaming experiences money can buy, but it's not great for desktop use.
Forza Horizon 5 running on the Asus ROG PG27AQDM.

Asus ROG Swift OLED (PG27AQDM) review: OLED meets brightness

Asus' take on an OLED gaming monitor is here in the PG27AQDM, and it does a lot to improve on previous OLED gaming monitors we've seen.
Overwatch 2 running on the Alienware 500Hz gaming monitor.

Alienware 500Hz gaming monitor review: for the pros only

Alienware's 500Hz gaming monitor may not be the right fit for most gamers, but for the most competitive players, it's the best esports monitor you can buy.
A lizard on the LG UltraGear OLED 27.

LG UltraGear OLED 27 review: the OLED revolution is here

LG is the first to hit the ground with a 27-inch OLED gaming monitor, and the despite the 27GR95QE-B being a pricey display, it impresses on every level.
Dell UltraSharp 43 4K USB-C Hub monitor front view showing display and stand.

Dell UltraSharp 43 4K USB-C Hub Monitor review: massive is the word

The Dell UltraSharp 43 4K USB-C Hub Monitor is a massive display that produces good, but not great images. It will fit some needs, but it needs lots of space.
Cyberpunk 2077 on the Cooler Master GP27Q monitor.

Cooler Master Tempest GP27Q review: a mini-LED wonder

The Cooler Master GP27Q is a showstopping gaming monitor that's rarely held back despite its relatively low price.
Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 with an HDR demo on screen.

Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 review: the gaming monitor to beat

Samsung's Odyssey Neo G8 marks a new milestone with a 240Hz, 4K panel. Its fantastic HDR performance and vibrant colors are just the cherries on top.
The LG DualUp monitor with a colorful wallpaper.

LG DualUp review: the ultimate dual-monitor setup?

Having a secondary vertical monitor has become more and more common, and the LG DualUp takes it a step further.
LG UltraGear 48 inch monitor with an HDR movie.

LG UltraGear 48-inch OLED review: a TV for your desk

LG's UltraGear 48-inch OLED gaming monitor begs an interesting question about what makes a monitor, a monitor. And thankfully, it provides a few answers.
Samsung M8 Smart Monitor with the Digital Trends logo.

Samsung M8 Smart Monitor review: the display ultimatum

The Samsung M8 is a TV and a monitor in a single screen, but its jack-of-all-trades approach isn't the best fit for everyone.
The Sony InZone M9 sitting next to a PlayStation 5.

Sony InZone M9 gaming monitor review: the ultimate PS5 HDR monitor?

If you're looking for a PS5 monitor, the Sony InZone M9 is an obvious choice. But its excellent HDR performance makes it ideal for PC gamers, too.
Corsair Xeneon 32 running Deep Rock Galactic.

Corsair Xeneon 32UHD144 review: A great gaming monitor, at a price

Corsair's first 4K gaming monitor impresses with excellent color due to the Quantum Dot layer, but HDR performance lags behind new monitors hitting the market.
Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor front angled view.

Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor review: Deep blacks, more power

Dell's updated UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor uses LG's IPS Black technology for higher contrast and pushes more power to laptops, with an excellent image.
Paint pouring over a cube on the MSI Optix MPG 32 QD.

MSI Optix MPG 32 QD review: Quantum dot elevates color

MSI's Optix MPG 32 QD is a marvel of a gaming monitor, combining cutting-edge display tech with the best and latest gaming features.
The Alienware QD-OLED monitor in front of a window.

Alienware 34 QD-OLED review: The final frontier

The Alienware 34 QD-OLED is the first QD-OLED gaming monitor -- and once you game in HDR with it, you won't want to go back.
The BenQ Mobiuz EX3410R monitor.

BenQ Mobiuz EX3410R monitor review: Pushing prices down

The BenQ EX3410R is a showcase of how far ultrawide gaming monitors have come, with a long list of premium features that help it punch above its budget price.
Guardians of the Galaxy on the Acer Predator X28.

Acer Predator X28 review: True G-Sync for under $1,000

The Acer Predator X28 is one of the few true G-Sync displays around, and it delivers great color. There are cheaper FreeSync alternatives, though.
Dying Light 2 on the HP Omen 27c.

HP Omen 27c review: The Goldilocks of gaming monitors

The HP Omen 27c is an excellent gaming monitor that ticks all of the boxes it should. There are a few minors issues, though, that make it feel less premium.

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Luke Larsen is a Senior Editor at Digital Trends and manages all content covering laptops, monitors, PC hardware, and everything else that plugs into a computer. Luke joined Digital Trends in 2017 as a native Portlander, happy to join a media company that called his city home. His obsession with technology is in observing the ebb and flow of how technological advancement and product design intersects with our day-to-day experience of it. From digging into the minute details to stepping back and seeing the wider trends, Luke revels in telling stories with tech.

Before working at DT, he worked as Tech Editor at Paste Magazine for over four years and has bylines at publications such as IGN and The Oregonian. When he’s not obsessing over what the best laptop is or how Apple can fix the Mac, Luke spends his time playing designer board games, quoting obscure Star Wars lines, and hanging with his family.