Buying Guide
The Best 360Hz Gaming Monitors
Six 1440p esports monitors at 360Hz and above, QD-OLED, WOLED and TN, compared on panel, HDR, warranty and motion features.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read6 products evaluated
At 360Hz and above, monitors are built for competitive shooters where motion clarity matters. Most now use OLED panels at 1440p, with TN still used by esports specialists.
We compared six monitors on refresh rate, panel, HDR, warranty and motion features. We relied on maker specifications and did not test them ourselves.
Quick Picks
Which of the 6 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Best 360Hz Monitor
ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACDNG360Hz QD-OLED with a 3-year warranty.
Best for: Most competitive players.
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Solid Alternative
Alienware AW2725DFThe AW2725DF matches that 360Hz QD-OLED spec with FreeSync Premium Pro and a swivel and pivot stand.
Best for: Buyers who want a 360hz refresh rate for fast motion.
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Worth Considering
Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD)The Odyssey OLED G6 is Samsung's 360Hz QD-OLED with HDMI 2.1 inputs.
Best for: Buyers who want a 360hz refresh rate for fast motion.
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Best for Two PCs
MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLEDA built-in KVM switch at 360Hz.
Best for: Sharing the screen between two computers.
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Fastest Refresh
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDPThe highest refresh rate here (480Hz).
Best for: Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
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Best TN Pick
BenQ ZOWIE XQ2566XDyAc 3 motion blur reduction on a 360Hz TN panel.
Best for: Esports players who prefer TN clarity.
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Our Picks
Best 360Hz Monitor1 of 6
ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACDNG
The XG27ACDNG runs a QD-OLED panel at 360Hz with True Black 400 HDR and a 3-year warranty.
Best for
- Most competitive players.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements is a problem.
Why we like it
It is the balanced pick for competitive play. It matches the AW2725DF, the Odyssey OLED G6, the MPG 271QRX and the XQ2566X on refresh rate (360Hz). On screen size it ties with the PG27AQDP at 26.5 inches.
It shares a G-SYNC Compatible with the PG27AQDP; the Odyssey OLED G6 goes with a FreeSync Premium Pro. 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.
G-SYNC Compatible works on NVIDIA cards over DisplayPort, and FreeSync covers AMD cards. Its price falls between the Odyssey OLED G6 and the PG27AQDP, based on our last check.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 360Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 26.5 inches
- Panel
- QD-OLED
- Response
- 0.03ms
- HDR
- DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Color gamut
- 99% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync
- G-SYNC Compatible
- Warranty
- 3-year
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
- Costs more than the MPG 271QRX at the time of writing
Solid Alternative2 of 6
Alienware AW2725DF
The AW2725DF matches that 360Hz QD-OLED spec with FreeSync Premium Pro and a swivel and pivot stand.
Best for
- Buyers who want a 360hz refresh rate for fast motion.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
It matches the XG27ACDNG, the Odyssey OLED G6, the MPG 271QRX and the XQ2566X on refresh rate (360Hz). On screen size it sits mid-pack at 26.7 inches: the Odyssey OLED G6 comes in at 27 inches, and the XQ2566X comes in at 24.1 inches. It shares a FreeSync Premium Pro with the Odyssey OLED G6; the PG27AQDP goes with a G-SYNC Compatible.
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 6, between the cheaper MPG 271QRX and the pricier Odyssey OLED G6, at the time of writing.
Key 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
- Costs more than the MPG 271QRX at the time of writing
Worth Considering3 of 6
Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD)
The Odyssey OLED G6 is Samsung's 360Hz QD-OLED with HDMI 2.1 inputs.
Best for
- Buyers who want a 360hz refresh rate for fast motion.
Skip if
- Pass on it if oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
It matches the XG27ACDNG, the AW2725DF, the MPG 271QRX and the XQ2566X on refresh rate (360Hz). On screen size it ties with the MPG 271QRX at 27 inches. It shares a FreeSync Premium Pro with the AW2725DF; the PG27AQDP goes with a G-SYNC Compatible.
It also comes with an anti-glare finish and a built-in cooling system. 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. Its price falls between the AW2725DF and the XG27ACDNG, based on our last check.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 360Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 27 inches
- Panel
- QD-OLED
- Response
- 0.03ms
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync Premium Pro
- Warranty
- 3-year
Pros
- a 360Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- FreeSync Premium Pro to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Costs more than the MPG 271QRX at the time of writing
Best for Two PCs4 of 6
MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED
The MPG 271QRX adds a KVM switch to a 360Hz QD-OLED panel with True Black 400.
Best for
- Sharing the screen between two computers.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: 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 XG27ACDNG, the AW2725DF, the Odyssey OLED G6 and the XQ2566X on refresh rate (360Hz). On screen size it ties with the Odyssey OLED G6 at 27 inches. You also get HDMI 2.1 inputs.
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.
Key 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)
The catch
The main gap: refresh rate of 360Hz, behind the PG27AQDP (480Hz). If that matters, the PG27AQDP offers 480Hz.
Fastest Refresh5 of 6
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP
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
- Pass on it if oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
On refresh rate it leads this guide at 480Hz, ahead of the XG27ACDNG (360Hz). On screen size it ties with the XG27ACDNG at 26.5 inches. No other pick in this guide offers a WOLED panel; compare the XQ2566X, which has a fast TN panel.
It shares a G-SYNC Compatible with the XG27ACDNG; the Odyssey OLED G6 goes with a FreeSync Premium Pro. 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. On price it sat fifth of 6, between the cheaper XG27ACDNG and the pricier XQ2566X, at the time of writing.
Key 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
- Costs more than the MPG 271QRX at the time of writing
Best TN Pick6 of 6
BenQ ZOWIE XQ2566X
The XQ2566X uses a Fast TN panel at 1440p with BenQ's DyAc 3 blur reduction, aimed purely at esports.
Best for
- Esports players who prefer TN clarity.
Skip if
- Skip it if refresh rate matters most to you; the PG27AQDP offers 480Hz.
Why we like it
It matches the XG27ACDNG, the AW2725DF, the Odyssey OLED G6 and the MPG 271QRX on refresh rate (360Hz). On screen size it trails the group at 24.1 inches, while the Odyssey OLED G6 comes in at 27 inches. No other pick in this guide offers a fast TN panel; compare the MPG 271QRX, which has a QD-OLED panel.
To see 360Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower. It was the highest-priced of the 6 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the PG27AQDP and the rest. The trade-off is refresh rate; for more, the PG27AQDP offers 480Hz.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 360Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 24.1 inches
- Panel
- Fast TN
Pros
- a 360Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- DyAc 3 motion blur reduction for esports
- Fast TN panel, the only one here
Cons
- Refresh rate trails the PG27AQDP (480Hz)
- Screen size trails the Odyssey OLED G6 (27 inches)
- Costs more than the MPG 271QRX at the time of writing
How We Chose These 360Hz 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.
- What we compared
- We set side by side six monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel as the makers state them. These are research figures, not bench results: 1 of 6 picks leave out response.
- What every pick has in common
- All 6, from the XG27ACDNG to the XQ2566X, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The XQ2566X gives no response; the Odyssey OLED G6 and the XQ2566X give no HDR.
- Price range
- From the MPG 271QRX to the XQ2566X, all sat in the $500 to $1000 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a 360Hz Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate
Here refresh rate runs from 360Hz on the XQ2566X to 480Hz on the PG27AQDP, a 33% spread. If refresh rate is your first filter, the PG27AQDP sets the ceiling at 480Hz.
Screen size across these picks
Across these 6 picks screen size spans 24.1 inches (the XQ2566X) to 27 inches (the Odyssey OLED G6). For less, the MPG 271QRX is the runner-up at 27 inches.
A gaming monitor on a desk with purple bias lighting Extras that separate them
The MPG 271QRX: HDMI 2.1 inputs. The PG27AQDP: a 480Hz refresh rate at 1440p. The XQ2566X: DyAc 3 motion blur reduction for esports.
Budget
All 6 sat in the $500 to $1000 tier when we checked, from the MPG 271QRX at the low end to the XQ2566X at the top, so decide on features first.
A gaming monitor above a keyboard and mouse on a black desk Start from what matters most
Most competitive players: the XG27ACDNG. Sharing the screen between two computers: the MPG 271QRX. Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates: the PG27AQDP.
How to Choose a 360Hz Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Most competitive players | XG27ACDNG | 360Hz QD-OLED with a 3-year warranty |
| Sharing the screen between two computers | MPG 271QRX | A built-in KVM switch at 360Hz |
| Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates | PG27AQDP | The highest refresh rate here (480Hz) |
| Esports players who prefer TN clarity | XQ2566X | DyAc 3 motion blur reduction on a 360Hz TN panel |
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Key specs side by side
The PG27AQDP leads on refresh rate at 480Hz, ahead of the XG27ACDNG at 360Hz.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XG27ACDNG | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 26.5 inches | QD-OLED |
| AW2725DF | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 26.7 inches | QD-OLED |
| Odyssey OLED G6 | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| MPG 271QRX | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| PG27AQDP | 480Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 26.5 inches | WOLED |
| XQ2566X | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 24.1 inches | Fast TN |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the highest refresh rate: the PG27AQDP or the XG27ACDNG?
Between the top two, it is 480Hz on the PG27AQDP against 360Hz on the XG27ACDNG, a 33% difference.
What does the XQ2566X add over the MPG 271QRX?
The XQ2566X matches or trails the MPG 271QRX on refresh rate and screen size. The MPG 271QRX leads on screen size (27 inches). Both sat in the $500 to $1000 tier when we checked, so choose on the features you need.
Why is the XQ2566X our Best TN Pick?
The label rests on DyAc 3 motion blur reduction on a 360Hz TN panel. The price of that: the MPG 271QRX, the cheapest pick, still beats it on screen size (27 inches against 24.1 inches). It makes sense for esports players who prefer TN clarity.
Do the XG27ACDNG and the PG27AQDP differ on panel?
The XG27ACDNG, the AW2725DF, the Odyssey OLED G6 and the MPG 271QRX use QD-OLED; the PG27AQDP uses WOLED; the XQ2566X uses Fast TN.
What extras do the XG27ACDNG and the AW2725DF include?
The XG27ACDNG: a 3-year warranty on an OLED panel. The AW2725DF: a 360Hz QD-OLED panel at 1440p. The Odyssey OLED G6: HDMI 2.1 inputs.
Bottom Line
The ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACDNG is the pick, the Alienware AW2725DF and Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 are close alternatives, and the MSI MPG 271QRX adds a KVM switch.
The ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP goes to 480Hz, and the BenQ ZOWIE XQ2566X is the TN choice for esports.
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