Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Monitors for Fortnite
From the Q27G41ZE to the Q27GAZDV: five monitors ranked on refresh rate and screen size, with who should skip each one.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Fortnite players want a high frame rate and enough resolution to spot builds at a distance. Every pick is a 1440p panel at 240Hz or more and 27 inches or smaller, 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 response, the guide says so.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
AOC Q27G41ZE
Undercutting the CRUA 27 QHD on price when we checked.
Best for: Spending as little as possible.
FreeSync Adaptive Sync
CRUA 27-inch QHD 240Hz IPS Gaming Monitor (White)
A freeSync.
Best for: Buyers who want a freeSync.
Our take Check price for CRUA 27-inch QHD 240Hz IPS Gaming Monitor (White) (opens in a new tab)
Fast IPS Panel
KTC H27E6S
A fast IPS panel.
Best for: Buyers who want a fast IPS panel.
W-OLED Panel
GIGABYTE GO27Q24G
A W-OLED panel.
Best for: Buyers who want a W-OLED panel.
Our take Check price for GIGABYTE GO27Q24G (opens in a new tab)
Premium Pick
AOC Q27GAZDV 27-inch QD-OLED Gaming Monitor
HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X at the highest price in the group.
Best for: Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Our take Check price for AOC Q27GAZDV 27-inch QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undercutting the CRUA 27 QHD on price when we checked. | Spending as little as possible. | Check price for AOC Q27G41ZE (opens in a new tab) |
| A freeSync. | Buyers who want a freeSync. | Check price for CRUA 27-inch QHD 240Hz IPS Gaming Monitor (White) (opens in a new tab) |
| A fast IPS panel. | Buyers who want a fast IPS panel. | Check price for KTC H27E6S (opens in a new tab) |
| A W-OLED panel. | Buyers who want a W-OLED panel. | Check price for GIGABYTE GO27Q24G (opens in a new tab) |
| HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X at the highest price in the group. | Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor. | Check price for AOC Q27GAZDV 27-inch QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 5
AOC Q27G41ZE on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Q27G41ZE runs 1440p at 240Hz natively, with an overclocked 260Hz mode, on an IPS panel.
Best for
- Spending as little as possible.
Skip if
- Look at the other picks if you need a feature not covered above.
Why we like it
It is rare to see that combination at this price. It shares an IPS panel with the CRUA 27 QHD; the Q27GAZDV goes with a QD-OLED panel. Like the Q27GAZDV, it has a G-SYNC Compatible, while the CRUA 27 QHD uses a FreeSync.
It also offers DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.0 inputs. To see 240Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower. G-SYNC Compatible works on NVIDIA cards over DisplayPort, and FreeSync covers AMD cards. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the CRUA 27 QHD was closest.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: IPS
- Response: 0.3ms
- Adaptive sync: G-SYNC Compatible
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- G-SYNC Compatible to reduce screen tearing
FreeSync Adaptive Sync2 of 5
CRUA 27-inch QHD 240Hz IPS Gaming Monitor (White) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
CRUA's 27-inch QHD monitor reaches 240Hz on an IPS panel at a budget price at the time of writing.
Best for
- Buyers who want a freeSync.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the Q27G41ZE was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It also adds 120% sRGB coverage, built-in speakers and a white finish for a light-coloured desk. Like the Q27G41ZE, it has an IPS panel, while the GO27Q24G uses a W-OLED panel. It is the only pick here with a 120% sRGB color gamut; the H27E6S has a 123% sRGB color gamut instead.
A FreeSync is unique to it among these picks, while the Q27GAZDV uses a G-SYNC Compatible. You also get HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs and a white finish with 75x75mm VESA mounting. To see 240Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower. Its price falls between the Q27G41ZE and the H27E6S, based on our last check.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: IPS
- Color gamut: 120% sRGB
- Adaptive sync: FreeSync
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 120% sRGB colour coverage
Cons
- Costs more than the Q27G41ZE at the time of writing
Fast IPS Panel3 of 5
KTC H27E6S on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The H27E6S runs 240Hz on Fast IPS with a 275Hz overclock, speakers and a swivel and pivot stand at a budget price.
Best for
- Buyers who want a fast IPS panel.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the Q27G41ZE cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It is the only pick here with a fast IPS panel; the Q27G41ZE has an IPS panel instead. It is the only pick here with a 123% sRGB color gamut; the CRUA 27 QHD has a 120% sRGB color gamut instead. To see 240Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower.
It also brings 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches. Worth noting too: built-in speakers. Another plus is 1ms response, the only one here. Its price falls between the CRUA 27 QHD and the GO27Q24G, based on our last check.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: Fast IPS
- Response: 1ms
- HDR: HDR400
- Color gamut: 123% sRGB
- Stand: swivel and pivot
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 123% sRGB colour coverage
Cons
- Costs more than the Q27G41ZE at the time of writing
W-OLED Panel4 of 5
GIGABYTE GO27Q24G on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The GO27Q24G is the cheapest way to a 240Hz OLED panel here.
Best for
- Buyers who want a W-OLED panel.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
The maker publishes few details on ports and stand. It has a zero-bezel design on all four edges for multi-monitor rows, and a glossy WOLED coating keeps blacks deep in bright rooms. A W-OLED panel is unique to it among these picks, while the CRUA 27 QHD uses an IPS panel.
It also comes with a 240Hz OLED panel at an entry-level OLED price at the time of writing. To see 240Hz 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. When we checked, only the H27E6S and cheaper picks cost less, and the Q27GAZDV cost more.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: W-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a W-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- 240Hz OLED panel at an entry-level OLED price at the time of writing
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Costs more than the Q27G41ZE at the time of writing
Premium Pick5 of 5
AOC Q27GAZDV 27-inch QD-OLED Gaming Monitor on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
AOC's Q27GAZDV pairs a 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a 0.03ms response time and a stand that adjusts for height, tilt, swivel and pivot.
Best for
- Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs cover a PC and a current console on one screen, and a USB 3.2 hub sits in the monitor. No other pick in this guide offers a QD-OLED panel; compare the H27E6S, which has a fast IPS panel. No other pick in this guide offers a 110% DCI-P3 color gamut; compare the CRUA 27 QHD, which has a 120% sRGB color gamut.
It shares a G-SYNC Compatible with the Q27G41ZE; the CRUA 27 QHD goes with a FreeSync. It also offers a USB 3.2 hub and VESA mount compatibility. To see 240Hz 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 5 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the GO27Q24G and the rest. The trade-off is refresh rate; for more, the Q27G41ZE offers 240Hz.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- Color gamut: 110% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync: G-SYNC Compatible
- Stand: height, tilt, swivel and pivot
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- 110% DCI-P3 colour coverage
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Costs more than the Q27G41ZE at the time of writing
How We Chose These Gaming Monitors for Fortnite
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- What we compared
- We compared five 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 5, from the Q27G41ZE to the Q27GAZDV, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The CRUA 27 QHD gives no response; the Q27G41ZE and the GO27Q24G give no color gamut.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the Q27G41ZE ($150 to $250) to the Q27GAZDV ($250 to $500).
What to Look for in a Gaming Monitor for Fortnite
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Response
The Q27G41ZE lists 0.3ms; the H27E6S lists 1ms; the GO27Q24G and the Q27GAZDV list 0.03ms.
Features beyond the spec table
The CRUA 27 QHD: built-in speakers. The GO27Q24G: a 240Hz OLED panel at an entry-level OLED price at the time of writing. The Q27GAZDV: a USB 3.2 hub.
Where your budget lands
$150 to $250 buys the Q27G41ZE, the CRUA 27 QHD and the H27E6S; $250 to $500 buys the GO27Q24G and the Q27GAZDV at our last check.
Match the pick to your priority
Spending as little as possible: the Q27G41ZE. Buyers who want a freeSync: the CRUA 27 QHD. Buyers who want a fast IPS panel: the H27E6S.
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 Gaming Monitor for Fortnite
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Spending as little as possible | Q27G41ZE | Undercutting the CRUA 27 QHD on price when we checked |
| Buyers who want a freeSync | CRUA 27 QHD | A freeSync |
| Buyers who want a fast IPS panel | H27E6S | A fast IPS panel |
| Buyers who want a W-OLED panel | GO27Q24G | A W-OLED panel |
| Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor | Q27GAZDV | HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X at the highest price in the group |
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Key specs side by side
The Q27G41ZE, the CRUA 27 QHD and the rest, as their makers list them.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q27G41ZE | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | IPS |
| CRUA 27 QHD | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | IPS |
| H27E6S | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | Fast IPS |
| GO27Q24G | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | W-OLED |
| Q27GAZDV | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
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By price at the time of writing
The Q27G41ZE was the lowest-priced pick and the Q27GAZDV the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $150 to $250 | Q27G41ZE, CRUA 27 QHD, H27E6S |
| About $250 to $500 | GO27Q24G, Q27GAZDV |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the H27E6S the Fast IPS Panel?
It earns the label for a fast IPS panel. It suits anyone who wants a fast IPS panel.
Do the Q27G41ZE and the H27E6S differ on panel?
The Q27G41ZE and the CRUA 27 QHD use IPS; the H27E6S uses Fast IPS; the GO27Q24G uses W-OLED; the Q27GAZDV uses QD-OLED.
Beyond the specs, what sets the Q27G41ZE and the CRUA 27 QHD apart?
The Q27G41ZE: an overclocked 260Hz mode above its 240Hz native rate. The CRUA 27 QHD: HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs. The H27E6S: an overclocked 275Hz mode.
Who should choose the CRUA 27 QHD?
The CRUA 27 QHD carries our FreeSync Adaptive Sync label for a freeSync. It ranks second of 5 here.
Should I pick the Q27G41ZE or the Q27GAZDV?
The Q27G41ZE suits spending as little as possible; the Q27GAZDV suits buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Q27G41ZE, chosen for undercutting the CRUA 27 QHD on price when we checked. Look at the CRUA 27 QHD for a freeSync, the H27E6S for a fast IPS panel and the GO27Q24G for a W-OLED panel if those matter more to you.
Switch Fortnite to DirectX 12 and turn on Reflex for the lowest input delay.