Buying Guide
The Best 360Hz and Faster Gaming Monitors
We weighed three monitors on refresh rate and screen size; the PG27AQDP has the highest refresh rate, and the MPG 271QRX costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read3 products evaluated
Above 360Hz, your CPU and settings limit what you see. Every pick is 360Hz or faster, ordered by refresh rate.
We ranked these monitors on refresh rate, resolution and size using manufacturer specifications; we did not test these monitors ourselves, and where a maker leaves out color gamut, we say so.
Quick Picks
Our 3 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Fastest Refresh
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP
The highest refresh rate here (480Hz).
Best for: Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Our take Check price for ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP (opens in a new tab)
Largest Screen Size
MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED
The largest screen size here (27 inches).
Best for: Buyers who put screen size first.
Our take Check price for MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED (opens in a new tab)
Swivel and Pivot Stand
Alienware AW2725DF
A swivel and pivot stand.
Best for: Buyers who want a swivel and pivot stand.
Our take Check price for Alienware AW2725DF (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The highest refresh rate here (480Hz). | Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates. | Check price for ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP (opens in a new tab) |
| The largest screen size here (27 inches). | Buyers who put screen size first. | Check price for MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED (opens in a new tab) |
| A swivel and pivot stand. | Buyers who want a swivel and pivot stand. | Check price for Alienware AW2725DF (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Fastest Refresh1 of 3
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The PG27AQDP goes further to 480Hz on a WOLED panel, the fastest here, for players whose PCs can feed it.
Best for
- Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element is a problem.
Why we like it
On refresh rate it leads this guide at 480Hz, ahead of the MPG 271QRX (360Hz). On screen size it trails the group at 26.5 inches, while the MPG 271QRX comes in at 27 inches. No other pick in this guide offers a WOLED panel; compare the MPG 271QRX, which has a QD-OLED panel.
To see 480Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower. 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. It was the highest-priced of the 3 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the AW2725DF and the rest.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 480Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 26.5 inches
- Panel: WOLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Color gamut: 99% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync: G-SYNC Compatible
- Warranty: 3-year
Pros
- a 480Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a WOLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Screen size trails the MPG 271QRX (27 inches)
- Costs more than the MPG 271QRX at the time of writing
Largest Screen Size2 of 3
MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The MPG 271QRX adds a KVM switch to a 360Hz QD-OLED panel with True Black 400.
Best for
- Buyers who put screen size first.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
Its built-in KVM switches a keyboard and mouse between two computers, and the stand adjusts for ergonomics. Its QD-OLED panel refreshes at 360Hz with a 0.03ms GtG response time. MSI rates its colour at Delta E 2 or below.
It matches the AW2725DF on refresh rate (360Hz). On screen size it leads this guide at 27 inches, ahead of the AW2725DF (26.7 inches). Like the AW2725DF, it has a QD-OLED panel, while the PG27AQDP uses a WOLED panel.
It also comes with HDMI 2.1 inputs and an HDMI 2.1 input for consoles. To see 360Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk.
It undercut the AW2725DF and every other pick on price at the time of writing. The main gap: refresh rate of 360Hz, behind the PG27AQDP (480Hz). If that matters, the PG27AQDP offers 480Hz.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 360Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
Pros
- a 360Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Refresh rate of 360Hz, behind the PG27AQDP (480Hz)
Swivel and Pivot Stand3 of 3
Alienware AW2725DF on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The AW2725DF pushes a QD-OLED panel to 360Hz at 1440p.
Best for
- Buyers who want a swivel and pivot stand.
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 suits competitive players with a graphics card that can hold very high frame rates. It matches the MPG 271QRX on refresh rate (360Hz). On screen size it sits mid-pack at 26.7 inches: the MPG 271QRX comes in at 27 inches, and the PG27AQDP comes in at 26.5 inches.
Like the MPG 271QRX, it has a QD-OLED panel, while the PG27AQDP uses a WOLED panel. To see 360Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk.
On price it sat second of 3, between the cheaper MPG 271QRX and the pricier PG27AQDP, at the time of writing. The trade-off is refresh rate; for more, the PG27AQDP offers 480Hz.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 360Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 26.7 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Color gamut: 99% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync: FreeSync Premium Pro
- Stand: swivel and pivot
Pros
- a 360Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Refresh rate trails the PG27AQDP (480Hz)
- Costs more than the MPG 271QRX at the time of writing
How We Chose
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- How these picks were ranked
- We set side by side three monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel, using each maker's published specs. We did not test them in-house.
- What every pick has in common
- All 3, from the PG27AQDP to the AW2725DF, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution and 0.03ms response.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The MPG 271QRX gives no color gamut; the MPG 271QRX gives no adaptive sync.
- Price range
- From the MPG 271QRX to the PG27AQDP, all sat in the $500 to $1000 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a 360Hz and Faster Gaming Monitors
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate
Here refresh rate runs from 360Hz on the AW2725DF to 480Hz on the PG27AQDP. Start with the PG27AQDP if refresh rate decides it.
Screen size across these picks
Here screen size runs from 26.5 inches on the PG27AQDP to 27 inches on the MPG 271QRX. The MPG 271QRX is the pick for screen size.
Extras that separate them
The PG27AQDP: a 480Hz refresh rate at 1440p. The MPG 271QRX: HDMI 2.1 inputs. The AW2725DF: a 360Hz QD-OLED panel at 1440p.
Where your budget lands
All 3 sat in one tier when we checked, from the MPG 271QRX at the low end to the PG27AQDP at the top, so decide on features first.
Start from what matters most
Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates: the PG27AQDP. Buyers who put screen size first: the MPG 271QRX. Buyers who want a swivel and pivot stand: the AW2725DF.
How to Choose a 360Hz and Faster Gaming Monitors
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates | PG27AQDP | The highest refresh rate here (480Hz) |
| Buyers who put screen size first | MPG 271QRX | The largest screen size here (27 inches) |
| Buyers who want a swivel and pivot stand | AW2725DF | A swivel and pivot stand |
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Key specs side by side
The PG27AQDP leads on refresh rate at 480Hz, ahead of the MPG 271QRX at 360Hz.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG27AQDP | 480Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 26.5 inches | WOLED |
| MPG 271QRX | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| AW2725DF | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 26.7 inches | QD-OLED |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the PG27AQDP ahead of the MPG 271QRX on refresh rate?
The PG27AQDP leads at 480Hz, with the MPG 271QRX at 360Hz.
How does the AW2725DF compare with the MPG 271QRX on screen size?
The MPG 271QRX leads at 27 inches, with the AW2725DF at 26.7 inches. The PG27AQDP is at the other end of this group with 26.5 inches.
What does the PG27AQDP add over the MPG 271QRX?
On paper it adds refresh rate (480Hz against 360Hz). It does not win everywhere: the MPG 271QRX still leads on screen size (27 inches). The MPG 271QRX was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
Why is the AW2725DF our Swivel and Pivot Stand pick?
It earns the label for a swivel and pivot stand. It suits anyone who wants a swivel and pivot stand.
Do the PG27AQDP and the MPG 271QRX differ on panel?
The PG27AQDP uses WOLED; the MPG 271QRX and the AW2725DF use QD-OLED.
What extras do the PG27AQDP and the MPG 271QRX include?
The PG27AQDP: a 480Hz refresh rate at 1440p. The MPG 271QRX: a built-in KVM switch. The AW2725DF: a 360Hz QD-OLED panel at 1440p.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the PG27AQDP. Look at the MPG 271QRX for the largest screen size here (27 inches) and the AW2725DF for a swivel and pivot stand if those matter more to you.
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