Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Monitor for PS5
We weighed five monitors on refresh rate and screen size; the SE2726HG has the highest refresh rate, and the G24B36N costs the least.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read5 products evaluated
The PS5 outputs up to 120Hz over HDMI 2.1, so an HDMI 2.1 monitor gets the most from it. Every pick has HDMI 2.1 or console support.
Rankings weigh refresh rate, resolution and size as the makers state them; we did not test these monitors ourselves, and if a maker skips panel, the guide says so.
Quick Picks
Which of the 5 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Lowest Price Here
AOC G24B36NUndercutting the SE2726HG on price when we checked.
Best for: Keeping the cost under $100.
Check price for AOC G24B36N on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Fastest Refresh
Dell 27 SE2726HG 240HzThe highest refresh rate here (240Hz).
Best for: Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Check price for Dell 27 SE2726HG 240Hz on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
ARZOPA Z3FC 16.1-inch 2.5K 180Hz Portable400 nits brightness.
Best for: Buyers who want 400 nits brightness.
Check price for ARZOPA Z3FC 16.1-inch 2.5K 180Hz Portable on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Strong Alternative
CUNPU 27-inch 4K 160Hz48Gbps HDMI 2.1 for consoles.
Best for: Buyers who want 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 for consoles.
Check price for CUNPU 27-inch 4K 160Hz on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Largest Screen Size
CRUA 32-inch 4K 160Hz CurvedThe largest screen size here (32 inches).
Best for: Buyers who put screen size first.
Check price for CRUA 32-inch 4K 160Hz Curved on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undercutting the SE2726HG on price when we checked. | Keeping the cost under $100. | Check price for AOC G24B36N on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| The highest refresh rate here (240Hz). | Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates. | Check price for Dell 27 SE2726HG 240Hz on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| 400 nits brightness. | Buyers who want 400 nits brightness. | Check price for ARZOPA Z3FC 16.1-inch 2.5K 180Hz Portable on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 for consoles. | Buyers who want 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 for consoles. | Check price for CUNPU 27-inch 4K 160Hz on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| The largest screen size here (32 inches). | Buyers who put screen size first. | Check price for CRUA 32-inch 4K 160Hz Curved on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 5
AOC G24B36N
The G24B36N runs 180Hz overclocked on a VA panel and includes HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs.
Best for
- Keeping the cost under $100.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: a VA panel that can smear dark transitions.
Why we like it
VA gives good contrast but can smear dark scenes. It has HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 and a headphone output, with Adaptive Sync and HDR support. It matches the ARZOPA Z3FC on refresh rate (180Hz).
On screen size it sits mid-pack at 23.8 inches: the CRUA 32 4K comes in at 32 inches, and the ARZOPA Z3FC comes in at 16.1 inches. Like the SE2726HG, it has a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution, while the CUNPU 4K uses a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution. No other pick in this guide offers a VA panel; compare the SE2726HG, which has a fast IPS panel.
It also offers an overclocked 180Hz mode above 144Hz native. At 1080p, 180Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older. It undercut the SE2726HG and every other pick on price at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 180Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 23.8 inches
- Panel
- VA
- Response
- 0.5ms
Pros
- 180Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs
- Overclocked 180Hz mode above 144Hz native
- Screen size of 23.8 inches, ahead of the ARZOPA Z3FC
Cons
- a VA panel that can smear dark transitions
- Refresh rate of 180Hz, behind the SE2726HG (240Hz)
The catch
The main gap: refresh rate of 180Hz, behind the SE2726HG (240Hz). If that matters, the SE2726HG offers 240Hz.
Fastest Refresh2 of 5
Dell 27 SE2726HG 240Hz
Dell's SE2726HG runs a 27-inch 1080p Fast IPS panel at 240Hz with 99% sRGB coverage.
Best for
- Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the G24B36N, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It is a big-screen route to 240Hz for less. FreeSync Premium and HDMI VRR cover both PC and console play. It lists 240Hz, a 0.5ms response, FreeSync Premium with HDMI VRR and 99% sRGB coverage on a fast IPS panel.
Its 240Hz refresh rate is the highest here; the G24B36N comes next at 180Hz. On screen size it ties with the CUNPU 4K at 27 inches. Like the G24B36N, it has a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution, while the CRUA 32 4K uses a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution.
Like the CUNPU 4K, it has a fast IPS panel, while the G24B36N uses a VA panel. No other pick in this guide offers a 99% sRGB color gamut; compare the CRUA 32 4K, which has a 120% sRGB color gamut. On price it sat second of 5, between the cheaper G24B36N and the pricier ARZOPA Z3FC, at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 240Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 27 inches
- Panel
- Fast IPS
- Color gamut
- 99% sRGB
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 99% sRGB colour coverage
- 240Hz on a 27-inch 1080p panel
Cons
- Costs more than the G24B36N at the time of writing
Also Consider3 of 5
ARZOPA Z3FC 16.1-inch 2.5K 180Hz Portable
ARZOPA's Z3FC raises a 16.1-inch portable to 2560x1440 at 180Hz with 400 nits of listed brightness.
Best for
- Buyers who want 400 nits brightness.
Skip if
- Skip it if screen size matters most to you; the CRUA 32 4K offers 32 inches.
Why we like it
It is the sharpest and fastest portable here. It matches the G24B36N on refresh rate (180Hz). On screen size it trails the group at 16.1 inches, while the CRUA 32 4K comes in at 32 inches.
It is the only pick here with a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution; the G24B36N has a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution instead. It is the only pick here with a 107% sRGB color gamut; the CUNPU 4K has a 99% DCI-P3 color gamut instead. It also offers two USB-C ports and mini HDMI and a listing that names PS5, Xbox and Steam Deck. Its price falls between the SE2726HG and the CUNPU 4K, based on our last check.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 180Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 16.1 inches
- Color gamut
- 107% sRGB
- USB-C
- Yes
Pros
- 180Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- 107% sRGB colour coverage
- a USB-C input for laptops
Cons
- Screen size trails the CRUA 32 4K (32 inches)
- Costs more than the G24B36N at the time of writing
The catch
If screen size is your priority, the CRUA 32 4K (32 inches) is the stronger choice.
Strong Alternative4 of 5
CUNPU 27-inch 4K 160Hz
CUNPU's 27-inch 4K screen runs at 160Hz with an HDMI 2.1 input and 99% DCI-P3 coverage.
Best for
- Buyers who want 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 for consoles.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the G24B36N, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It is one of the cheapest 4K high-refresh monitors here. It matches the CRUA 32 4K on refresh rate (160Hz). On screen size it ties with the SE2726HG at 27 inches.
Like the CRUA 32 4K, it has a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution, while the SE2726HG uses a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution. Like the SE2726HG, it has a fast IPS panel, while the G24B36N uses a VA panel. No other pick in this guide offers a 99% DCI-P3 color gamut; compare the ARZOPA Z3FC, which has a 107% sRGB color gamut.
You also get 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 for consoles, a factory calibration of Delta E under 2 and 4K at a budget price tier. On price it sat fourth of 5, between the cheaper ARZOPA Z3FC and the pricier CRUA 32 4K, at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 160Hz
- Resolution
- 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size
- 27 inches
- Panel
- Fast IPS
- Response
- 1ms
- HDR
- HDR400
- Color gamut
- 99% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync
- G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync
Pros
- 160Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 99% DCI-P3 colour coverage
Cons
- Costs more than the G24B36N at the time of writing
Largest Screen Size5 of 5
CRUA 32-inch 4K 160Hz Curved
CRUA's 32-inch 4K screen curves at 1500R and runs at 160Hz with built-in speakers.
Best for
- Buyers who put screen size first.
Skip if
- Skip it if refresh rate matters most to you; the SE2726HG offers 240Hz.
Why we like it
The maker specifies an HDMI 2.1 input. On refresh rate it ties with the CUNPU 4K at 160Hz. Its 32 inches screen size is the largest here; the SE2726HG comes next at 27 inches.
It shares a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution with the CUNPU 4K; the SE2726HG goes with a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution. A 120% sRGB color gamut is unique to it among these picks, while the SE2726HG uses a 99% sRGB color gamut. Reaching 160Hz 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. At our last price check it topped the group, with the CUNPU 4K the nearest cheaper option.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 160Hz
- Resolution
- 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size
- 32 inches
- Color gamut
- 120% sRGB
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync
Pros
- 160Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- 120% sRGB colour coverage
- FreeSync to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- Refresh rate trails the SE2726HG (240Hz)
- Costs more than the G24B36N at the time of writing
The catch
Refresh rate is its weakest area, and the SE2726HG covers it better at 240Hz.
How We Chose
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.
- The figures behind the order
- We lined up five monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel, using each maker's published specs. We did not test them in-house, and panel and response are missing for at least one pick.
- What every pick has in common
- All 5, from the G24B36N to the CRUA 32 4K, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The ARZOPA Z3FC and the CRUA 32 4K give no panel; the SE2726HG, the ARZOPA Z3FC and the CRUA 32 4K give no response.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the G24B36N ($50 to $100) to the CRUA 32 4K ($250 to $500).
What to Look for in a Gaming Monitor for PS5
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate across these picks
Across these 5 picks refresh rate spans 160Hz (the CRUA 32 4K) to 240Hz (the SE2726HG). The G24B36N comes second at 180Hz, in the $50 to $100 tier against $100 to $150 for the SE2726HG.
How much screen size you need
The CRUA 32 4K tops screen size at 32 inches and the ARZOPA Z3FC sits lowest at 16.1 inches. For less, the SE2726HG is the runner-up at 27 inches ($100 to $150 tier).
A gaming desk with a monitor, a racing-style chair and shelves of figures Panel
The G24B36N lists VA; the SE2726HG and the CUNPU 4K list Fast IPS. Sort out panel before price: it splits 3 stated picks into groups of 2 and 1.
Response
The G24B36N lists 0.5ms; the CUNPU 4K lists 1ms.
A large monitor showing a game on a low media unit Extras that separate them
The ARZOPA Z3FC: two USB-C ports and mini HDMI. The CUNPU 4K: a factory calibration of Delta E under 2. The CRUA 32 4K: built-in speakers.
How to Choose a Gaming Monitor for PS5
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Keeping the cost under $100 | G24B36N | Undercutting the SE2726HG on price when we checked |
| Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates | SE2726HG | The highest refresh rate here (240Hz) |
| Buyers who want 400 nits brightness | ARZOPA Z3FC | 400 nits brightness |
| Buyers who want 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 for consoles | CUNPU 4K | 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 for consoles |
| Buyers who put screen size first | CRUA 32 4K | The largest screen size here (32 inches) |
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Key specs side by side
The SE2726HG leads on refresh rate at 240Hz, ahead of the G24B36N at 180Hz. "Not listed" marks panel where the ARZOPA Z3FC and the CRUA 32 4K leave the figure out.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G24B36N | 180Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 23.8 inches | VA |
| SE2726HG | 240Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 27 inches | Fast IPS |
| ARZOPA Z3FC | 180Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 16.1 inches | Not listed |
| CUNPU 4K | 160Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 27 inches | Fast IPS |
| CRUA 32 4K | 160Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 32 inches | Not listed |
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By price at the time of writing
The G24B36N was the lowest-priced pick ($50 to $100) and the CRUA 32 4K the highest ($250 to $500) when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $50 to $100 | G24B36N |
| About $100 to $150 | SE2726HG, ARZOPA Z3FC |
| About $150 to $250 | CUNPU 4K |
| About $250 to $500 | CRUA 32 4K |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the SE2726HG ahead of the G24B36N on refresh rate?
The SE2726HG leads at 240Hz, with the G24B36N at 180Hz. The spread runs down to the CRUA 32 4K at 160Hz.
How does the SE2726HG compare with the CRUA 32 4K on screen size?
Between the top two, it is 32 inches on the CRUA 32 4K against 27 inches on the SE2726HG, a 19% difference. The ARZOPA Z3FC closes the ranking at 16.1 inches.
What does the CRUA 32 4K add over the G24B36N?
The spec sheets show screen size (32 inches against 23.8 inches) in its favour. It does not win everywhere: the G24B36N still leads on refresh rate (180Hz). On our last price check the G24B36N was in the $50 to $100 tier and the CRUA 32 4K in the $250 to $500 tier, with 3 other picks between them; pay the difference only if screen size decides your purchase.
Why is the CRUA 32 4K our Largest Screen Size pick?
It earns the label for the largest screen size here (32 inches). On screen size it leads the SE2726HG, 32 inches against 27 inches, a 19% margin. The price of that: the G24B36N, the cheapest pick, still beats it on refresh rate (180Hz against 160Hz). It suits anyone who puts screen size first.
Do the G24B36N and the ARZOPA Z3FC differ on resolution?
The G24B36N and the SE2726HG use 1920x1080 (1080p); the ARZOPA Z3FC uses 2560x1440 (1440p); the CUNPU 4K and the CRUA 32 4K use 3840x2160 (4K).
What extras do the G24B36N and the SE2726HG include?
The G24B36N: HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs. The SE2726HG: 240Hz on a 27-inch 1080p panel. The ARZOPA Z3FC: 400 nits brightness.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the G24B36N, chosen for undercutting the SE2726HG on price when we checked. Look at the ARZOPA Z3FC for 400 nits brightness, the CUNPU 4K for 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 for consoles and the CRUA 32 4K for the largest screen size here (32 inches) if those matter more to you.
The PS5 supports 1440p and 4K output; check the monitor's resolution matches your plan.
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