Buying Guide
The Best 240Hz 4K Monitors
Four monitors compared, from the AW2725Q to the 32GS95UE, with the trade-offs of each named.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read4 products evaluated
A 240Hz panel only pays off when your GPU can hold frame rates near that figure. Every monitor here refreshes at 240Hz or more and is 4K, ordered from the lowest price.
Our comparison rests on published figures for refresh rate, resolution and size; where a maker leaves out HDR, we say so, and no figure here comes from our own testing.
Quick Picks
Our 4 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
Alienware AW2725Q 4K QD-OLED
The lowest price of the group at our last check.
Best for: Keeping the budget tight.
Our take Check price for Alienware AW2725Q 4K QD-OLED (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
GIGABYTE MO27U2
A 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K.
Best for: Buyers who want 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K.
Our take Check price for GIGABYTE MO27U2 (opens in a new tab)
Strong Alternative
ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM
A 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage.
Best for: Buyers who want 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage.
Our take Check price for ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM (opens in a new tab)
Premium Pick
LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLED
A dual mode with 1080p at 480Hz at the highest price in the group.
Best for: Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Our take Check price for LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLED (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The lowest price of the group at our last check. | Keeping the budget tight. | Check price for Alienware AW2725Q 4K QD-OLED (opens in a new tab) |
| A 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K. | Buyers who want 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K. | Check price for GIGABYTE MO27U2 (opens in a new tab) |
| A 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage. | Buyers who want 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage. | Check price for ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM (opens in a new tab) |
| A dual mode with 1080p at 480Hz at the highest price in the group. | Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor. | Check price for LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLED (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 4
Alienware AW2725Q 4K QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Alienware's AW2725Q is a 26.7-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz with USB-C and a height, tilt, swivel and pivot stand.
Best for
- Keeping the budget tight.
Skip if
- Pass on it if oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
It has one of the most adjustable stands among the OLED models here. Its 26.7 inches screen size is the smallest in this group; the PG32UCDM leads at 32 inches. It shares a QD-OLED panel with the MO27U2 and PG32UCDM; the 32GS95UE goes with an OLED panel.
It also offers Dolby Vision support, 166 PPI at 4K and USB-C with 15W power delivery. Reaching 240Hz 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. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the MO27U2 was closest.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size: 26.7 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Color gamut: 99% DCI-P3
- Stand: height, tilt, swivel and pivot
- USB-C: Yes
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Screen size trails the PG32UCDM (32 inches)
Also Consider2 of 4
GIGABYTE MO27U2 on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The MO27U2 uses a QD-OLED panel at 4K and 240Hz, the fastest here, with 99% DCI-P3.
Best for
- Buyers who want 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
It needs a top-end card to use it fully. Its 27 inches screen size ranks third of 4 here, behind the PG32UCDM (32 inches) and ahead of the AW2725Q (26.7 inches). It shares a QD-OLED panel with the AW2725Q and PG32UCDM; the 32GS95UE goes with an OLED panel.
Like the 32GS95UE, it has a FreeSync Premium Pro, while the PG32UCDM uses a G-SYNC Compatible. Reaching 240Hz 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. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. It was priced above the AW2725Q and below the PG32UCDM at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- Color gamut: 99% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync: FreeSync Premium Pro
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- 99% DCI-P3 colour coverage
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Costs more than the AW2725Q at the time of writing
Strong Alternative3 of 4
ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM pairs a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED panel at 240Hz with a 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage.
Best for
- Buyers who want 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element is a problem.
Why we like it
It also carries 90W USB-C power delivery for a laptop. On screen size it ties with the 32GS95UE at 32 inches. Like the AW2725Q and MO27U2, it has a QD-OLED panel, while the 32GS95UE uses an OLED panel.
A G-SYNC Compatible is unique to it among these picks, while the 32GS95UE uses a FreeSync Premium Pro. Reaching 240Hz 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. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk.
G-SYNC Compatible works on NVIDIA cards over DisplayPort, and FreeSync covers AMD cards. Its price falls between the MO27U2 and the 32GS95UE, based on our last check.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size: 32 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Color gamut: 99% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync: G-SYNC Compatible
- USB-C: Yes
- Warranty: 3-year
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Costs more than the AW2725Q at the time of writing
Premium Pick4 of 4
LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
LG's 32GS95UE is a 32-inch 4K OLED at 240Hz with FreeSync Premium Pro.
Best for
- Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
It is the most expensive 4K OLED here at the time of writing. On screen size it ties with the PG32UCDM at 32 inches. It is the only pick here with an OLED panel; the AW2725Q has a QD-OLED panel instead.
It shares a FreeSync Premium Pro with the MO27U2; the PG32UCDM goes with a G-SYNC Compatible. It also comes with a dual mode with 1080p at 480Hz and an HDMI 2.1 input. Reaching 240Hz 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.
Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the PG32UCDM. If refresh rate is your priority, the AW2725Q (240Hz) is the stronger choice.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size: 32 inches
- Panel: OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Adaptive sync: FreeSync Premium Pro
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- a OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Costs more than the AW2725Q at the time of writing
How We Chose These 240Hz 4K Monitors
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- The figures behind the order
- We lined up four monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel, using each maker's published specs. We did not test them in-house.
- The shared baseline
- All 4, from the AW2725Q to the 32GS95UE, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 3840x2160 (4K) resolution and 0.03ms response.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The MO27U2 gives no HDR; the 32GS95UE gives no color gamut.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the AW2725Q ($500 to $1000) to the 32GS95UE ($1000 to $1500).
What to Look for in a 240Hz 4K Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Screen size across these picks
Here screen size runs from 26.7 inches on the AW2725Q to 32 inches on the PG32UCDM. The PG32UCDM is the pick for screen size.
Features beyond the spec table
The MO27U2: a 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K. The PG32UCDM: 90W USB-C power delivery. The 32GS95UE: an HDMI 2.1 input.
Budget
$500 to $1000 buys the AW2725Q, the MO27U2 and the PG32UCDM; $1000 to $1500 buys the 32GS95UE at our last check.
Match the pick to your priority
Keeping the budget tight: the AW2725Q. Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor: the 32GS95UE.
Size for your desk distance
24 to 25 inches suits 1080p and competitive play at a typical desk. 27 inches pairs well with 1440p and 4K; 32 inches suits 4K at a deeper desk.
How to Choose a 240Hz 4K Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Keeping the budget tight | AW2725Q | The lowest price of the group at our last check |
| Buyers who want 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K | MO27U2 | A 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K |
| Buyers who want 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage | PG32UCDM | A 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage |
| Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor | 32GS95UE | A dual mode with 1080p at 480Hz at the highest price in the group |
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Key specs side by side
The PG32UCDM leads on screen size at 32 inches, ahead of the 32GS95UE at 32 inches.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AW2725Q | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 26.7 inches | QD-OLED |
| MO27U2 | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| PG32UCDM | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 32 inches | QD-OLED |
| 32GS95UE | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 32 inches | OLED |
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By price at the time of writing
The AW2725Q was the lowest-priced pick and the 32GS95UE the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $500 to $1000 | AW2725Q, MO27U2, PG32UCDM |
| About $1000 to $1500 | 32GS95UE |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 32GS95UE worth paying more than the AW2725Q?
On paper it adds screen size (32 inches against 26.7 inches). The AW2725Q was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
What makes the AW2725Q the Lowest Price Here?
It earns the label for the lowest price of the group at our last check. It suits keeping the budget tight.
Do the AW2725Q and the 32GS95UE differ on panel?
The AW2725Q, the MO27U2 and the PG32UCDM use QD-OLED; the 32GS95UE uses OLED.
Beyond the specs, what sets the AW2725Q and the MO27U2 apart?
The AW2725Q: Dolby Vision support. The MO27U2: a 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K. The PG32UCDM: a 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage.
Who should choose the 32GS95UE?
The 32GS95UE carries our Premium Pick label for a dual mode with 1080p at 480Hz at the highest price in the group. It ranks fourth of 4 here.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the AW2725Q, chosen for the lowest price of the group at our last check. Look at the MO27U2 for a 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K, the PG32UCDM for a 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage and the 32GS95UE for a dual mode with 1080p at 480Hz at the highest price in the group if those matter more to you.
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