Buying Guide
The Best 4K OLED Gaming Monitors
Five 240Hz 4K OLED monitors from 26.5 to 32 inches, compared on HDR, stand and warranty.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read5 products evaluated
4K OLED pairs perfect blacks with sharp detail, and every model here runs at 240Hz. The differences are size, stand, HDR rating and warranty.
We compared each listing's figures and noted burn-in risk for static content.
Quick Picks
Which of the 5 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Best 27-Inch Pick
Alienware AW2725Q 4K QD-OLEDA pivot stand and USB-C on a 4K QD-OLED.
Best for: Desks that need adjustment.
Check price for Alienware AW2725Q 4K QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Best HDR Rating
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SH) 32-inchDisplayHDR True Black 500 with a three-year warranty.
Best for: HDR games and films.
Check price for Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SH) 32-inch on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Best Compact 4K
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED4K on a 26.5-inch QD-OLED.
Best for: Shallow desks.
Check price for MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Best 32-Inch Value
MSI MPG 321URXW QD-OLEDA 31.5-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz.
Best for: Bigger screens for less.
Check price for MSI MPG 321URXW QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Best Adaptive Sync
LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLEDFreeSync Premium Pro on a 32-inch OLED.
Best for: AMD graphics cards.
Check price for LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| A pivot stand and USB-C on a 4K QD-OLED. | Desks that need adjustment. | Check price for Alienware AW2725Q 4K QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| DisplayHDR True Black 500 with a three-year warranty. | HDR games and films. | Check price for Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SH) 32-inch on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| 4K on a 26.5-inch QD-OLED. | Shallow desks. | Check price for MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A 31.5-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz. | Bigger screens for less. | Check price for MSI MPG 321URXW QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| FreeSync Premium Pro on a 32-inch OLED. | AMD graphics cards. | Check price for LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Best 27-Inch Pick1 of 5
Alienware AW2725Q 4K QD-OLED
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
- Desks that need adjustment.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
It has one of the most adjustable stands among the OLED models here. On screen size it sits mid-pack at 26.7 inches: the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH comes in at 32 inches, and the MPG 272URX comes in at 26.5 inches. 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. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the MPG 272URX was the next step up.
Key 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 of 26.7 inches, behind the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH (32 inches)
The catch
The main gap: screen size of 26.7 inches, behind the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH (32 inches). If that matters, the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH comes in at 32 inches.
Best HDR Rating2 of 5
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SH) 32-inch
Samsung's G80SH is a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz with DisplayHDR True Black 500, USB-C and a three-year warranty.
Best for
- HDR games and films.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
Its stand adjusts for height, pivot, tilt and swivel. It matches the 32GS95UE on screen size (32 inches). It also comes with OLED Safeguard+ burn-in protection.
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. Another plus: a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast.
You also get this: USB-C with up to 98W. It was priced above the MPG 321URXW and below the 32GS95UE at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 240Hz
- Resolution
- 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size
- 32 inches
- Panel
- QD-OLED
- HDR
- DisplayHDR True Black 500
- Stand
- height, pivot, tilt and swivel
- 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 500 certification
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Costs more than the AW2725Q at the time of writing
Best Compact 4K3 of 5
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED
MSI's MPG 272URX is a 26.5-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz with 99% DCI-P3 coverage.
Best for
- Shallow desks.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements is a problem.
Why we like it
It packs 4K into a desk-friendly size. On screen size it trails the group at 26.5 inches, while the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH comes in at 32 inches. It also offers a 4K QD-OLED panel at 26.5 inches, OLED Care 2.0 in MSI software 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. Its price falls between the AW2725Q and the MPG 321URXW, based on our last check.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 240Hz
- Resolution
- 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size
- 26.5 inches
- Panel
- QD-OLED
- Response
- 0.03ms
- HDR
- DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Color gamut
- 99% DCI-P3
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 Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH (32 inches)
- Costs more than the AW2725Q at the time of writing
Best 32-Inch Value4 of 5
MSI MPG 321URXW QD-OLED
MSI's MPG 321URXW is a 31.5-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz with 99% DCI-P3 coverage.
Best for
- Bigger screens for less.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
It is the 32-inch step up from the 272URX. Its 31.5 inches screen size ranks third of 5 here, behind the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH (32 inches) and ahead of the MPG 272URX (26.5 inches). It also comes with up to 1000 nits peak brightness 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. You also get this: a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 240Hz
- Resolution
- 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size
- 31.5 inches
- Panel
- QD-OLED
- Response
- 0.03ms
- HDR
- DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Color gamut
- 99% DCI-P3
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
Best Adaptive Sync5 of 5
LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLED
LG's 32GS95UE is a 32-inch 4K OLED at 240Hz with FreeSync Premium Pro.
Best for
- AMD graphics cards.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: 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. It matches the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH on screen size (32 inches). An OLED panel is unique to it among these picks, while the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH uses a QD-OLED panel.
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. At our last price check it topped the group, with the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH the nearest cheaper option.
Key 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
The catch
Refresh rate is its weakest area, and the AW2725Q covers it better at 240Hz.
How We Chose These 4K OLED Gaming 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 five monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel, using each maker's published specs. We did not test them in-house, and response and color gamut are missing for at least one pick.
- What every pick has in common
- All 5, from the AW2725Q to the 32GS95UE, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 3840x2160 (4K) resolution.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH gives no response; the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH and the 32GS95UE give 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 4K OLED Gaming Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Screen size
The Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH tops screen size at 32 inches and the MPG 272URX sits lowest at 26.5 inches; 2 picks share the top figure. If screen size is your first filter, the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH sets the ceiling at 32 inches.
Extras that separate them
The Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH: USB-C with up to 98W. The MPG 272URX: OLED Care 2.0 in MSI software. The MPG 321URXW: an HDMI 2.1 input.
A monitor showing a racing game above a compact keyboard How much to spend
$500 to $1000 buys the AW2725Q, the MPG 272URX and the MPG 321URXW; $1000 to $1500 buys the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH and the 32GS95UE at our last check.
Start from what matters most
Desks that need adjustment: the AW2725Q. HDR games and films: the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH. Shallow desks: the MPG 272URX.
Choose a refresh rate you can reach
A higher refresh rate only helps when your PC delivers matching frame rates. 144Hz to 180Hz suits most players; 240Hz and above rewards competitive shooters.
How to Choose a 4K OLED Gaming Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Desks that need adjustment | AW2725Q | A pivot stand and USB-C on a 4K QD-OLED |
| HDR games and films | Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH | DisplayHDR True Black 500 with a three-year warranty |
| Shallow desks | MPG 272URX | 4K on a 26.5-inch QD-OLED |
| Bigger screens for less | MPG 321URXW | A 31.5-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz |
| AMD graphics cards | 32GS95UE | FreeSync Premium Pro on a 32-inch OLED |
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Key specs side by side
The Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH 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 |
| Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 32 inches | QD-OLED |
| MPG 272URX | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 26.5 inches | QD-OLED |
| MPG 321URXW | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 31.5 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 ($500 to $1000) and the 32GS95UE the highest ($1000 to $1500) when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $500 to $1000 | AW2725Q, MPG 272URX, MPG 321URXW |
| About $1000 to $1500 | Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH, 32GS95UE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 32GS95UE add over the AW2725Q?
On paper it adds screen size (32 inches against 26.7 inches). On our last price check the AW2725Q was in the $500 to $1000 tier and the 32GS95UE in the $1000 to $1500 tier, with 3 other picks between them; pay the difference only if screen size decides your purchase.
Why is the MPG 321URXW our Best 32-Inch Value pick?
The label rests on a 31.5-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz. It makes sense for bigger screens for less.
Do the AW2725Q and the 32GS95UE differ on panel?
The AW2725Q, the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH, the MPG 272URX and the MPG 321URXW use QD-OLED; the 32GS95UE uses OLED.
What extras do the AW2725Q and the Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH include?
The AW2725Q: Dolby Vision support. The Odyssey OLED G8 G80SH: DisplayHDR True Black 500. The MPG 272URX: a 4K QD-OLED panel at 26.5 inches.
Who should choose the AW2725Q?
The AW2725Q carries our Best 27-Inch Pick label for a pivot stand and USB-C on a 4K QD-OLED. It ranks first of 5 here and sat in the $500 to $1000 tier at our last price check; it suits desks that need adjustment.
Bottom Line
Alienware's AW2725Q is the most adjustable 27-inch model. Samsung's G80SH leads on HDR and warranty at 32 inches, and MSI's pair offers both sizes at a lower price.
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