Five of the best gaming monitors for under R5,000

If you are like me, there is nothing more precious than being able to run your PC games at smooth framerates without any screen tearing or stuttering.

However, if you spent all your money on your graphics card without considering your PC monitor, you might still experience the occasional visual artefact.

With that in mind, here are some of the best high refresh rate gaming monitors you can buy without burning through all your savings.

AOC 24G2 — R3,999

AOC’s 24G2 is one of the best affordable high refresh rate monitors out there — and it is currently on special from Wootware for only R3,999.

The screen’s 24-inch size makes for a crisp viewing experience in 1080p, while the 144 Hertz (Hz) refresh rate lets your games run buttery smooth.

Extra features like wall mount compatibility, a fully-adjustable stand, and AMD FreeSync support mean you get premium monitor technology for an affordable price.

ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD — R4,499

If you are looking for a larger screen size that’s curved, the ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD is an excellent choice.

With a 1080p display that runs at 165 frames per second, ViewSonic’s product is perfect for competitive gamers who love to get immersed in their gameplay sessions.

Say goodbye to screen-tearing and annoying graphics settings deep dives by using the built-in VESA Adaptive-Sync technology to cut out screen-tearing entirely.

DELL S2721HGF — R4,499

Whereas ViewSonic’s 27-inch screen gives you good specs, Dell’s offering adds more stand adjustability.

The S2721HGF ships with a 1,920 x 1,080 resolution, a refresh rate of 144 frames per second, and AMD FreeSync support — all of which are ideal for running most modern games above 60 fps if you have a midrange GPU.

NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium support allow for stutter-free gameplay, while the curved screen improves viewing angles.

Samsung Odyssey G3 — R4,599

Samsung’s Odyssey G3 has all the features you need for high-end 1080p gaming — a 27-inch display rendering 144 frames per second with a 1 ms response time and variable refresh rate technology.

This monitor’s adjustable stand allows you to change the display’s height, tilt, swivel, and orientation.

A bonus is HDMI 2.0 support and Samsung’s Flicker Free technology to minimise eye fatigue and extend your gameplay sessions.

LG UltraGear 24GN600 — R4,849

The LG UltraGear 24GN600 is the perfect gaming monitor for any user that wants a 144 Hz monitor with HDR10 support.

This monitor is a must-buy if you enjoy a premium viewing experience and attractive design just as much as smooth gameplay.

Other useful features include Black Stabiliser technology, which clarifies dark imagery, and LG’s Crosshair feature, which overlays a centre-display crosshair to help your accuracy in FPS games.

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