Buying Guide
The Best 144Hz Monitors
Six monitors at 144Hz to 180Hz, from a 24-inch 1080p screen to 4K at 144Hz, for players moving up from 60Hz.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read6 products evaluated
Moving from 60Hz to 144Hz is the most noticeable refresh upgrade for most players. This list covers 144Hz to 180Hz screens, where most mid-range graphics cards can keep up.
We compared listed specifications; we did not test these monitors.
Quick Picks
Which of the 6 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Best 4K at 144Hz
Samsung Odyssey G7 (G70D) 27-inch 4K27-inch 4K at 144Hz with DisplayHDR 400.
Best for: High-end graphics cards.
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Best 1440p Value
Dell G2725D1440p at 180Hz with 99% sRGB.
Best for: Most mid-range builds.
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Best 1080p Pick
LG UltraGear 24G414B-B144Hz IPS with 99% sRGB and HDR10 input.
Best for: Entry graphics cards.
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Solid Alternative
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ3AThe VG27AQ3A pairs 1440p at 180Hz with wide colour coverage and speakers.
Best for: Buyers who want 180hz for smoother motion than a 60hz office screen.
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Best 32-Inch
LG UltraGear 32GS60QC-BA 32-inch 1440p screen at 180Hz.
Best for: Deeper desks.
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Lowest Price
Dell SE2426HThe lowest price among these picks at the time of writing.
Best for: The tightest budget.
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Our Picks
Best 4K at 144Hz1 of 6
Samsung Odyssey G7 (G70D) 27-inch 4K
The Odyssey G7 gives 4K at 144Hz on a 27-inch IPS panel.
Best for
- High-end graphics cards.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the SE2426H, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It suits a high-end graphics card and players who value sharpness over maximum refresh. On refresh rate it ties with the 24G414B and the SE2426H at 144Hz. It matches the G2725D and the VG27AQ3A on screen size (27 inches).
A 3840x2160 (4K) resolution is unique to it among these picks, while the G2725D uses a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution. It shares an IPS panel with the 24G414B and SE2426H; the VG27AQ3A goes with a fast IPS panel. A DisplayHDR 400 is unique to it among these picks, while the 32GS60QC uses an HDR10.
It also offers Samsung's smart-monitor features listed alongside gaming modes. Reaching 144Hz at 4K needs DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC or HDMI 2.1 on your graphics card, and a GPU able to render well above 100fps at 4K. G-SYNC Compatible works on NVIDIA cards over DisplayPort, and FreeSync covers AMD cards. At our last price check it topped the group, with the 32GS60QC the nearest cheaper option.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 144Hz
- Resolution
- 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size
- 27 inches
- Panel
- IPS
- Response
- 1ms
- HDR
- DisplayHDR 400
- Adaptive sync
- G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync Premium
- Stand
- swivel
Pros
- 144Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync Premium to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- Costs more than the SE2426H at the time of writing
Best 1440p Value2 of 6
Dell G2725D
The G2725D offers 1440p at 180Hz with 99% sRGB at a very low price.
Best for
- Most mid-range builds.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the SE2426H was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
Dell doesn't name the panel type. On refresh rate it ties with the VG27AQ3A and the 32GS60QC at 180Hz. It matches the Odyssey G7 27 and the VG27AQ3A on screen size (27 inches).
It shares a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution with the VG27AQ3A and 32GS60QC; the Odyssey G7 27 goes with a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution. It shares a 99% sRGB color gamut with the 24G414B and 32GS60QC; the VG27AQ3A goes with a 130% sRGB color gamut. It also comes with 1440p at 180Hz at one of the lowest prices here at the time of writing. When we checked, only the 24G414B and cheaper picks cost less, and the VG27AQ3A cost more.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 180Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 27 inches
- Color gamut
- 99% sRGB
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync
Pros
- 180Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- 99% sRGB colour coverage
- FreeSync to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- Costs more than the SE2426H at the time of writing
Best 1080p Pick3 of 6
LG UltraGear 24G414B-B
The 24G414B stays at 144Hz but offers 99% sRGB and HDR10 support, a good fit for mixed use.
Best for
- Entry graphics cards.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: hDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification.
Why we like it
On refresh rate it ties with the Odyssey G7 27 and the SE2426H at 144Hz. Its 24 inches screen size ranks fifth of 6 here, behind the 32GS60QC (32 inches) and ahead of the SE2426H (23.8 inches). It shares a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution with the SE2426H; the 32GS60QC goes with a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution.
It shares an IPS panel with the Odyssey G7 27 and SE2426H; the VG27AQ3A goes with a fast IPS panel. It shares an HDR10 with the 32GS60QC; the Odyssey G7 27 goes with a DisplayHDR 400. You also get 99% sRGB colour coverage.
At 1080p, 144Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older. G-SYNC Compatible works on NVIDIA cards over DisplayPort, and FreeSync covers AMD cards. It was priced above the SE2426H and below the G2725D at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 144Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 24 inches
- Panel
- IPS
- Response
- 1ms
- HDR
- HDR10
- Color gamut
- 99% sRGB
- Adaptive sync
- G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync
Pros
- 144Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 99% sRGB colour coverage
- G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- HDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification
- Costs more than the SE2426H at the time of writing
Solid Alternative4 of 6
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ3A
The VG27AQ3A pairs 1440p at 180Hz with wide colour coverage and speakers.
Best for
- Buyers who want 180hz for smoother motion than a 60hz office screen.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the SE2426H, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It suits a desk used for games and video alike. The 27-inch 1440p panel refreshes at 180Hz. ELMB Sync runs motion-blur reduction and variable refresh together, and it supports FreeSync Premium and G-SYNC Compatible modes.
On refresh rate it ties with the G2725D and the 32GS60QC at 180Hz. It matches the Odyssey G7 27 and the G2725D on screen size (27 inches). It shares a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution with the G2725D and 32GS60QC; the SE2426H goes with a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution.
A fast IPS panel is unique to it among these picks, while the 24G414B uses an IPS panel. A 130% sRGB color gamut is unique to it among these picks, while the G2725D uses a 99% sRGB color gamut. G-SYNC Compatible works on NVIDIA cards over DisplayPort, and FreeSync covers AMD cards. When we checked, only the G2725D and cheaper picks cost less, and the 32GS60QC cost more.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 180Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 27 inches
- Panel
- Fast IPS
- Response
- 1ms
- Color gamut
- 130% sRGB
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync Premium, G-SYNC Compatible
Pros
- 180Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 130% sRGB colour coverage
Cons
- Costs more than the SE2426H at the time of writing
Best 32-Inch5 of 6
LG UltraGear 32GS60QC-B
LG's 32GS60QC is a 32-inch 1440p screen at 180Hz with a tight 1000R curve.
Best for
- Deeper desks.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: hDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification.
Why we like it
It costs a fraction of the 4K models and asks far less of the graphics card. On refresh rate it ties with the G2725D and the VG27AQ3A at 180Hz. Nothing else here matches its 32 inches screen size; the Odyssey G7 27 comes closest at 27 inches.
It shares a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution with the G2725D and VG27AQ3A; the 24G414B goes with a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution. It shares an HDR10 with the 24G414B; the Odyssey G7 27 goes with a DisplayHDR 400. It shares a 99% sRGB color gamut with the G2725D and 24G414B; the VG27AQ3A goes with a 130% sRGB color gamut.
It also comes with two HDMI inputs and one DisplayPort. When we checked, only the VG27AQ3A and cheaper picks cost less, and the Odyssey G7 27 cost more.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 180Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 32 inches
- Response
- 1ms
- HDR
- HDR10
- Color gamut
- 99% sRGB
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync
Pros
- 180Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- 99% sRGB colour coverage
- FreeSync to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- HDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification
- Costs more than the SE2426H at the time of writing
Lowest Price6 of 6
Dell SE2426H
The SE2426H is Dell's 144Hz IPS monitor at the lowest price in this list.
Best for
- The tightest budget.
Skip if
- Skip it if refresh rate matters most to you; the G2725D offers 180Hz.
Why we like it
It covers the basics without extras. It runs at 144Hz with a 1ms MPRT response and carries TÜV Rheinland's 3-star eye comfort certification. The 178-degree viewing angles keep colour consistent off-axis.
It matches the Odyssey G7 27 and the 24G414B on refresh rate (144Hz). On screen size it trails the group at 23.8 inches, while the 32GS60QC comes in at 32 inches. Like the 24G414B, it has a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution, while the Odyssey G7 27 uses a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution.
Like the Odyssey G7 27 and 24G414B, it has an IPS panel, while the VG27AQ3A uses a fast IPS panel. At 1080p, 144Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the 24G414B was the next step up.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 144Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 23.8 inches
- Panel
- IPS
- Response
- 1ms
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync
Pros
- 144Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- FreeSync to reduce screen tearing
- 144Hz IPS panel at the lowest price in this list at the time of writing
Cons
- Refresh rate trails the G2725D (180Hz)
- Screen size trails the 32GS60QC (32 inches)
The catch
If refresh rate is your priority, the G2725D (180Hz) is the stronger choice.
How We Chose These 144Hz Monitors
Alex Morgan compared the manufacturer specifications, connectivity, warranty terms and compatibility of every pick. Figures come from the makers unless a third-party source is named; we did not test these products ourselves.
- How these picks were ranked
- We lined up six monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel as the makers state them. These are research figures, not bench results: 2 of 6 picks leave out panel.
- What every pick has in common
- All 6, from the Odyssey G7 27 to the SE2426H, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The G2725D and the 32GS60QC give no panel; the G2725D gives no response.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the SE2426H ($50 to $100) to the Odyssey G7 27 ($250 to $500).
What to Look for in a 144Hz Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate across these picks
The G2725D tops refresh rate at 180Hz and the SE2426H sits lowest at 144Hz; 3 picks share the top figure. If refresh rate is your first filter, the G2725D sets the ceiling at 180Hz.
How much screen size you need
Here screen size runs from 23.8 inches on the SE2426H to 32 inches on the 32GS60QC, a 34% spread. The 32GS60QC is the pick for screen size.
A gaming monitor on a desk with purple bias lighting Panel
The Odyssey G7 27, the 24G414B and the SE2426H list IPS; the VG27AQ3A lists Fast IPS. Settling panel first narrows 4 picks to 3 or 1.
Extras that separate them
The VG27AQ3A: built-in speakers. The 32GS60QC: two HDMI inputs and one DisplayPort. The SE2426H: a 144Hz IPS panel at the lowest price in this list at the time of writing.
A gaming monitor above a keyboard and mouse on a black desk How much to spend
$50 to $100 buys the SE2426H; $100 to $150 buys the 24G414B and the G2725D; $150 to $250 buys the VG27AQ3A and the 32GS60QC; $250 to $500 buys the Odyssey G7 27 at our last check.
How to Choose a 144Hz Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| High-end graphics cards | Odyssey G7 27 | 27-inch 4K at 144Hz with DisplayHDR 400 |
| Most mid-range builds | G2725D | 1440p at 180Hz with 99% sRGB |
| Entry graphics cards | 24G414B | 144Hz IPS with 99% sRGB and HDR10 input |
| Deeper desks | 32GS60QC | A 32-inch 1440p screen at 180Hz |
| The tightest budget | SE2426H | The lowest price among these picks at the time of writing |
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Key specs side by side
The G2725D leads on refresh rate at 180Hz, ahead of the VG27AQ3A at 180Hz. "Not listed" marks panel where the G2725D and the 32GS60QC leave the figure out.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odyssey G7 27 | 144Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 27 inches | IPS |
| G2725D | 180Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | Not listed |
| 24G414B | 144Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 24 inches | IPS |
| VG27AQ3A | 180Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | Fast IPS |
| 32GS60QC | 180Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 32 inches | Not listed |
| SE2426H | 144Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 23.8 inches | IPS |
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By price at the time of writing
The SE2426H was the lowest-priced pick ($50 to $100) and the Odyssey G7 27 the highest ($250 to $500) when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $50 to $100 | SE2426H |
| About $100 to $150 | 24G414B, G2725D |
| About $150 to $250 | VG27AQ3A, 32GS60QC |
| About $250 to $500 | Odyssey G7 27 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the largest screen size: the 32GS60QC or the Odyssey G7 27?
The 32GS60QC tops screen size at 32 inches; the Odyssey G7 27 follows at 27 inches, 19% apart. The SE2426H is at the other end of this group with 23.8 inches.
What does the Odyssey G7 27 add over the SE2426H?
On paper it adds screen size (27 inches against 23.8 inches). On our last price check the SE2426H was in the $50 to $100 tier and the Odyssey G7 27 in the $250 to $500 tier, with 4 other picks between them; pay the difference only if screen size decides your purchase.
Why is the 32GS60QC our Best 32-Inch pick?
It earns the label for a 32-inch 1440p screen at 180Hz. The SE2426H, the cheapest pick, sat in the $50 to $100 tier against $150 to $250 here, without out-ranking it on any listed spec. It is aimed at deeper desks.
Do the Odyssey G7 27 and the G2725D differ on resolution?
The Odyssey G7 27 uses 3840x2160 (4K); the G2725D, the VG27AQ3A and the 32GS60QC use 2560x1440 (1440p); the 24G414B and the SE2426H use 1920x1080 (1080p).
What extras do the Odyssey G7 27 and the G2725D include?
The Odyssey G7 27: Samsung's smart-monitor features listed alongside gaming modes. The G2725D: 1440p at 180Hz at one of the lowest prices here at the time of writing. The 24G414B: 99% sRGB colour coverage.
Bottom Line
Samsung's Odyssey G7 is the pick for 4K at 144Hz, and Dell's G2725D is the best-value 1440p screen. The AOC 24G414B and Dell SE2426H cover 1080p for less.
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