Buying Guide
The Best FreeSync Premium Pro Monitors
Five monitors compared, from the XG27AQMR to the 32GS95UE, with the trade-offs of each named.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
FreeSync Premium Pro adds HDR handling on top of low framerate compensation. Every pick is certified FreeSync Premium Pro, ordered by refresh rate.
We sorted these picks by refresh rate, resolution and size, working from the makers' own data; if a maker skips HDR, the guide says so, and no figure here comes from our own testing.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
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)
Also Consider
Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD)
HDMI 2.1 inputs.
Best for: Buyers who want HDMI 2.1 inputs.
Our take Check price for Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) (opens in a new tab)
Lowest Price Here
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQMR
A lower price than the AW2725DF and the rest when we checked.
Best for: Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build.
Our take Check price for ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQMR (opens in a new tab)
Strong Alternative
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G81SF 32-inch
A Glare Free coating Samsung lists as 54% less glossy than standard anti-reflection film.
Best for: Buyers who want Glare Free coating Samsung lists as 54% less glossy than standard anti-reflection film.
Our take Check price for Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G81SF 32-inch (opens in a new tab)
Premium Pick
LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLED
A dual mode with 1080p at 480Hz at the highest price in the group.
Best for: Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Our take Check price for LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLED (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| A swivel and pivot stand. | Buyers who want a swivel and pivot stand. | Check price for Alienware AW2725DF (opens in a new tab) |
| HDMI 2.1 inputs. | Buyers who want HDMI 2.1 inputs. | Check price for Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) (opens in a new tab) |
| A lower price than the AW2725DF and the rest when we checked. | Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build. | Check price for ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQMR (opens in a new tab) |
| A Glare Free coating Samsung lists as 54% less glossy than standard anti-reflection film. | Buyers who want Glare Free coating Samsung lists as 54% less glossy than standard anti-reflection film. | Check price for Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G81SF 32-inch (opens in a new tab) |
| A dual mode with 1080p at 480Hz at the highest price in the group. | Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor. | Check price for LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLED (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Swivel and Pivot Stand1 of 5
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. On refresh rate it ties with the Odyssey OLED G6 at 360Hz. Its 26.7 inches screen size is the smallest in this group; the Odyssey G8 G81SF leads at 32 inches.
It shares a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution with the Odyssey OLED G6 and XG27AQMR; the 32GS95UE goes with a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution. It shares a DisplayHDR True Black 400 with the Odyssey G8 G81SF and 32GS95UE; the XG27AQMR goes with a DisplayHDR 600. 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 was priced above the XG27AQMR and below the Odyssey OLED G6 at the time of writing.
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 Odyssey G8 G81SF (32 inches)
- Costs more than the XG27AQMR at the time of writing
Also Consider2 of 5
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
- Buyers who want HDMI 2.1 inputs.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
On refresh rate it ties with the AW2725DF at 360Hz. It matches the XG27AQMR on screen size (27 inches). It shares a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution with the AW2725DF and XG27AQMR; the 32GS95UE goes with a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution.
It shares a QD-OLED panel with the AW2725DF and Odyssey G8 G81SF; the 32GS95UE goes with an OLED panel. It also comes with 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. When we checked, only the AW2725DF and cheaper picks cost less, and the Odyssey G8 G81SF cost more.
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 XG27AQMR at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here3 of 5
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQMR on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The XG27AQMR runs a Fast IPS panel at 300Hz with DisplayHDR 600, a strong HDR rating for IPS.
Best for
- Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: refresh rate of 300Hz, behind the AW2725DF (360Hz).
Why we like it
It avoids OLED's burn-in concerns for desktop-heavy use. Its 300Hz refresh rate ranks third of 5 here, behind the AW2725DF (360Hz) and ahead of the 32GS95UE (240Hz). On screen size it ties with the Odyssey OLED G6 at 27 inches.
Like the AW2725DF and Odyssey OLED G6, it has a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution, while the Odyssey G8 G81SF uses a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution. No other pick in this guide offers a fast IPS panel; compare the Odyssey G8 G81SF, which has a QD-OLED panel. No other pick in this guide offers a DisplayHDR 600; compare the 32GS95UE, which has a DisplayHDR True Black 400.
You also get DCI-P3 wide colour coverage. To see 300Hz 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. It undercut the AW2725DF and every other pick on price at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 300Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: Fast IPS
- Response: 1ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR 600
- Adaptive sync: G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync Premium Pro
Pros
- a 300Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- DisplayHDR 600 certification
Cons
- Refresh rate of 300Hz, behind the AW2725DF (360Hz)
Strong Alternative4 of 5
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G81SF 32-inch on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Samsung's G81SF puts a 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K into a 32-inch screen.
Best for
- Buyers who want Glare Free coating Samsung lists as 54% less glossy than standard anti-reflection film.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
Its Glare Free coating cuts reflections that glossy OLEDs show in bright rooms, and it detects logos and taskbars to dim them. On refresh rate it ties with the 32GS95UE at 240Hz. It matches the 32GS95UE on screen size (32 inches).
It shares a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution with the 32GS95UE; the AW2725DF goes with a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution. It shares a QD-OLED panel with the AW2725DF and Odyssey OLED G6; the 32GS95UE goes with an OLED panel. It shares a DisplayHDR True Black 400 with the AW2725DF and 32GS95UE; the XG27AQMR goes with a DisplayHDR 600.
You also get a Glare Free coating Samsung lists as 54% less glossy than standard anti-reflection film and logo and taskbar detection to dim static elements. It was priced above the Odyssey OLED G6 and below the 32GS95UE at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size: 32 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Adaptive sync: G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync Premium Pro
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 XG27AQMR at the time of writing
Premium Pick5 of 5
LG UltraGear 32GS95UE OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
LG's 32GS95UE is a 32-inch 4K OLED at 240Hz with FreeSync Premium Pro.
Best for
- Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: 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 G8 G81SF on refresh rate (240Hz). On screen size it ties with the Odyssey G8 G81SF at 32 inches.
Like the Odyssey G8 G81SF, it has a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution, while the XG27AQMR uses a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution. It is the only pick here with an OLED panel; the AW2725DF has a QD-OLED panel instead. Like the AW2725DF and Odyssey G8 G81SF, it has a DisplayHDR True Black 400, while the XG27AQMR uses a DisplayHDR 600.
It also offers a dual mode with 1080p at 480Hz and an HDMI 2.1 input. It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the Odyssey G8 G81SF. If refresh rate is your priority, the AW2725DF (360Hz) is the stronger choice.
Key dimensions & 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
- Refresh rate trails the AW2725DF (360Hz)
- Costs more than the XG27AQMR at the time of writing
How We Chose These FreeSync Premium Pro Monitors
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- The figures behind the order
- We compared five 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 5, from the AW2725DF to the 32GS95UE, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Odyssey OLED G6 gives no HDR.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the XG27AQMR ($250 to $500) to the 32GS95UE ($1000 to $1500).
What to Look for in a FreeSync Premium Pro Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate
Here refresh rate runs from 240Hz on the 32GS95UE to 360Hz on the AW2725DF. The AW2725DF is the pick for refresh rate.
How much screen size you need
Here screen size runs from 26.7 inches on the AW2725DF to 32 inches on the Odyssey G8 G81SF. Start with the Odyssey G8 G81SF if screen size decides it.
Panel
The AW2725DF, the Odyssey OLED G6 and the Odyssey G8 G81SF list QD-OLED; the XG27AQMR lists Fast IPS; the 32GS95UE lists OLED.
Response
The AW2725DF, the Odyssey OLED G6, the Odyssey G8 G81SF and the 32GS95UE list 0.03ms; the XG27AQMR lists 1ms. Rule out the mismatches before looking at price.
Setup checks
To see 360Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower. 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.
Check ports and cables
High refresh rates at 1440p and 4K need DisplayPort 1.4 or HDMI 2.1. Consoles need HDMI 2.1 for 4K at 120Hz.
How to Choose a FreeSync Premium Pro Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who want a swivel and pivot stand | AW2725DF | A swivel and pivot stand |
| Buyers who want HDMI 2.1 inputs | Odyssey OLED G6 | HDMI 2.1 inputs |
| Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build | XG27AQMR | A lower price than the AW2725DF and the rest when we checked |
| Buyers who want Glare Free coating Samsung lists as 54% less glossy than standard anti-reflection film | Odyssey G8 G81SF | A Glare Free coating Samsung lists as 54% less glossy than standard anti-reflection film |
| Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor | 32GS95UE | A dual mode with 1080p at 480Hz at the highest price in the group |
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Key specs side by side
The AW2725DF leads on refresh rate at 360Hz, ahead of the Odyssey OLED G6 at 360Hz.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AW2725DF | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 26.7 inches | QD-OLED |
| Odyssey OLED G6 | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| XG27AQMR | 300Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | Fast IPS |
| Odyssey G8 G81SF | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 32 inches | QD-OLED |
| 32GS95UE | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 32 inches | OLED |
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By price at the time of writing
The XG27AQMR was the lowest-priced pick and the 32GS95UE the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $250 to $500 | XG27AQMR |
| About $500 to $1000 | AW2725DF, Odyssey OLED G6, Odyssey G8 G81SF |
| About $1000 to $1500 | 32GS95UE |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 32GS95UE worth paying more than the XG27AQMR?
On paper it adds screen size (32 inches against 27 inches). It does not win everywhere: the XG27AQMR still leads on refresh rate (300Hz). The XG27AQMR was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
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.
Do the AW2725DF and the Odyssey G8 G81SF differ on resolution?
The AW2725DF, the Odyssey OLED G6 and the XG27AQMR use 2560x1440 (1440p); the Odyssey G8 G81SF and the 32GS95UE use 3840x2160 (4K).
What should I check before buying the XG27AQMR?
To see 300Hz 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. In this guide it ranks third of 5, as our Lowest Price Here pick.
Beyond the specs, what sets the AW2725DF and the Odyssey OLED G6 apart?
The AW2725DF: a 360Hz QD-OLED panel at 1440p. The Odyssey OLED G6: HDMI 2.1 inputs. The XG27AQMR: DCI-P3 wide colour coverage.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the AW2725DF, chosen for a swivel and pivot stand. Look at the Odyssey OLED G6 for HDMI 2.1 inputs, the XG27AQMR for a lower price than the AW2725DF and the rest when we checked and the Odyssey G8 G81SF for a Glare Free coating Samsung lists as 54% less glossy than standard anti-reflection film if those matter more to you.
Use HDR mode in games that support it; the certification covers HDR tone mapping.