Buying Guide
The Best 360Hz OLED Gaming Monitors
From the MPG 271QRX to the Odyssey OLED G6: three monitors ranked on refresh rate and screen size, with who should skip each one.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read3 products evaluated
A 360Hz panel only pays off when your GPU can hold frame rates near that figure. Every monitor here refreshes at 360Hz or more, uses an OLED panel and refreshes at 120Hz or more, ordered from the lowest price.
We sorted these picks by refresh rate, resolution and size, working from the makers' own data; nothing here was tested in-house, and if a maker skips HDR, the guide says so.
Quick Picks
Our 3 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED
A lower price than the AW2725DF and the rest when we checked.
Best for: Keeping the budget tight.
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)
Premium Pick
Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD)
The top of this price range, adding HDMI 2.1 inputs.
Best for: Spending more for the fullest feature set.
Our take Check price for Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| A lower price than the AW2725DF and the rest when we checked. | Keeping the budget tight. | 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) |
| The top of this price range, adding HDMI 2.1 inputs. | Spending more for the fullest feature set. | Check price for Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 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
- Keeping the budget tight.
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 Odyssey OLED G6 on screen size (27 inches). You also get 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. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the AW2725DF was closest.
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
Swivel and Pivot Stand2 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
- Look at the others if this bothers you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
It suits competitive players with a graphics card that can hold very high frame rates. Its 26.7 inches screen size is the smallest in this group; the MPG 271QRX leads at 27 inches. 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 also brings DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification. Another plus is 99% DCI-P3 colour coverage.
Worth noting too: FreeSync Premium Pro to reduce screen tearing. When we checked, only the MPG 271QRX cost less, and the Odyssey OLED G6 cost more.
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
- Screen size trails the MPG 271QRX (27 inches)
- Costs more than the MPG 271QRX at the time of writing
Premium Pick3 of 3
Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Odyssey OLED G6 is Samsung's 360Hz QD-OLED with HDMI 2.1 inputs.
Best for
- Spending more for the fullest feature set.
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 MPG 271QRX on screen size (27 inches). You also get an anti-glare finish and a built-in cooling system 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 also brings a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast. Only the AW2725DF came close to it on price at the time of writing; it cost the most of the 3 picks. It gives ground on refresh rate, where the MPG 271QRX offers 360Hz.
Key dimensions & 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
How We Chose These 360Hz OLED Gaming Monitors
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- What we compared
- We set side by side three monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel as the makers state them. We did not test them in-house.
- The shared baseline
- All 3, from the MPG 271QRX to the Odyssey OLED G6, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution and QD-OLED panel.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Odyssey OLED G6 gives no HDR; the MPG 271QRX gives no adaptive sync.
- Price range
- From the MPG 271QRX to the Odyssey OLED G6, all sat in the $500 to $1000 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a 360Hz OLED Gaming Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Screen size
Here screen size runs from 26.7 inches on the AW2725DF to 27 inches on the MPG 271QRX. The MPG 271QRX is the pick for screen size.
Features beyond the spec table
The MPG 271QRX: HDMI 2.1 inputs. The AW2725DF: a 360Hz QD-OLED panel at 1440p. The Odyssey OLED G6: an anti-glare finish and a built-in cooling system.
How much to spend
All 3 sat in one tier when we checked, from the MPG 271QRX at the low end to the Odyssey OLED G6 at the top, so decide on features first.
Match the pick to your priority
Keeping the budget tight: the MPG 271QRX. Buyers who want a swivel and pivot stand: the AW2725DF. Spending more for the fullest feature set: the Odyssey OLED G6.
Consider the stand
A stand with height, tilt and swivel adjustment saves buying a monitor arm. Check VESA mounting if you plan to use one anyway.
How to Choose a 360Hz OLED Gaming Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Keeping the budget tight | MPG 271QRX | A lower price than the AW2725DF and the rest when we checked |
| Buyers who want a swivel and pivot stand | AW2725DF | A swivel and pivot stand |
| Spending more for the fullest feature set | Odyssey OLED G6 | The top of this price range, adding HDMI 2.1 inputs |
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Key specs side by side
The MPG 271QRX leads on screen size at 27 inches, ahead of the Odyssey OLED G6 at 27 inches.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPG 271QRX | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| AW2725DF | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 26.7 inches | QD-OLED |
| Odyssey OLED G6 | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the AW2725DF the Swivel and Pivot Stand?
It earns the label for a swivel and pivot stand. It suits anyone who wants a swivel and pivot stand.
Beyond the specs, what sets the MPG 271QRX and the AW2725DF apart?
The MPG 271QRX: a built-in KVM switch. The AW2725DF: a 360Hz QD-OLED panel at 1440p. The Odyssey OLED G6: HDMI 2.1 inputs.
Should I pick the MPG 271QRX or the Odyssey OLED G6?
The MPG 271QRX suits keeping the budget tight; the Odyssey OLED G6 suits spending more for the fullest feature set.
Does a FreeSync monitor work with an NVIDIA card?
Most do as G-SYNC Compatible over DisplayPort. Check the product page or NVIDIA's compatibility list for the model.
Is OLED burn-in still a problem?
It is a risk with static elements over many hours. Current OLED monitors use pixel-refresh routines to reduce it; check the maker's warranty for burn-in coverage.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the MPG 271QRX, chosen for a lower price than the AW2725DF and the rest when we checked. Look at the AW2725DF for a swivel and pivot stand and the Odyssey OLED G6 for the top of this price range, adding HDMI 2.1 inputs if those matter more to you.
Measure desk depth before buying a larger screen.