{"id":125680,"date":"2022-07-05T15:49:53","date_gmt":"2022-07-05T13:49:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mygaming.co.za\/news\/?p=125680"},"modified":"2022-07-05T15:51:02","modified_gmt":"2022-07-05T13:51:02","slug":"the-best-ultra-high-definition-monitors-for-gaming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mygaming.co.za\/news\/hardware\/125680-the-best-ultra-high-definition-monitors-for-gaming","title":{"rendered":"The best ultra high definition monitors for gaming"},"content":{"rendered":"

With PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X\/S consoles potentially becoming more commonly available and PC games becoming increasingly more visually spectacular, you may be considering upgrading your monitor.<\/p>\n

If you have the capital for it, there’s little reason not to get a UHD monitor, as it offers the best viewing experience for gaming and streaming.<\/p>\n

If you’d prefer a more affordable monitor that still offers great quality, you can find our picks for the best budget gaming monitors here.\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Below we have listed our picks for the five best UHD monitors that are currently available. – bear in mind that 4K is pricy no matter which way you slice it, so even the cheapest option will still be somewhat expensive.<\/p>\n

LG 31.5-inch 32UN550 4K UHD monitor – R7,999<\/h3>\n

The first Monitor on this list is an Ultra High Definition 4K monitor from LG.<\/p>\n

is 32 inches, which is more than sufficient for gaming, and it boasts a 3840 x 2160 resolution.<\/p>\n

LG promises the screen offers an immersive gaming experience with AMD FreeSync, Dynamic Action Sync, and Black Stabilizer.<\/p>\n

The screen also comes with a Maxx Audio system, so you’ll be covered if you’re looking to game without a dedicated sound system.<\/p>\n

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AOC U28G2X 28-inch 4K UHD monitor – R16,499<\/h3>\n

The AOC 28-inch UHD 4K monitor is more expensive than the first monitor listed, but you get a range of extra features for that price.<\/p>\n

The screen comes equipped with FreeSync, a 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, an IPS display that allows for 178-degree viewing angles, and a display certified by VESA HDR display.<\/p>\n

The monitor is also virtually frameless – so from a purely visual point of view, the screen is lovely to look at.<\/p>\n

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LG 34GP950G-B 34-inch Ultragear QHD monitor – R19,999<\/h3>\n

Another LG screen, the Ultragear QHD, offers superb quality even for its high price tag.<\/p>\n

It boasts a curving nano IPS screen with Nvidia G-Sync Ultimate and an adjustable height and tilt stand – which is essential with curving screens to get the ideal position.<\/p>\n

The screen also has a 1ms response time, ensuring that no matter what’s happening on screen, you’ll be able to respond to it almost instantly.<\/p>\n

However, the Ultragear QHD only has a 3440 x 1440 resolution – not a full 4K display<\/p>\n

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AOC AGON AG493UCX2 49-inch UltraWide Dual QHD monitor – R25,999<\/h3>\n

The second AOC screen on this list, the Agon, offers a huge 49-inch screen in addition to its other features.<\/p>\n

Its Ultrawide Dual QHD curved screen boasts\u00a0a 5120 x 1440 resolution with a 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time and FreeSync technology.<\/p>\n

It would be hard to do better if you’re looking for a screen to immerse yourself in content<\/p>\n

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Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 49-inch Dual QHD monitor – R32,999<\/h3>\n

The final screen on the list boasts the highest price tag and the most impressive specifications.<\/p>\n

Its curved screen has a 5120 x 1440 resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate, and a 1ms response time.<\/p>\n

It also boasts Nvidia G-Sync and FreeSync Premium Pro, further enhanced by Quantum Matrix Technology to create perfect contrasts.<\/p>\n

The Odyssey has also been reviewed exceptionally well, with many critics naming it as one of the best gaming monitors to date.<\/p>\n

It is therefore a solid choice if you’re looking for the best viewing experience.<\/p>\n

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Read: Best games coming in July 2022<\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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