Buying Guide
The Best 1440p OLED Gaming Monitors
We weighed five monitors on refresh rate and screen size, and the GO27Q24G costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
1440p OLED pairs near-instant response with a resolution mid-range GPUs can drive. Every pick is a 1440p OLED, ordered from the lowest price.
The order reflects refresh rate, resolution and size from maker specifications; we did not test these monitors ourselves, and a missing HDR is flagged, not filled in.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
GIGABYTE GO27Q24G
Undercutting the Q27GAZDV on price when we checked.
Best for: Spending as little as possible.
Our take Check price for GIGABYTE GO27Q24G (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
AOC Q27GAZDV 27-inch QD-OLED Gaming Monitor
HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X.
Best for: Buyers who want HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X.
Our take Check price for AOC Q27GAZDV 27-inch QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (opens in a new tab)
Strong Alternative
MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2
A 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a height-adjustable stand.
Best for: Buyers who want 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a height-adjustable stand.
Our take Check price for MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 (opens in a new tab)
Worth a Look
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)
Premium Pick
ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACDNG
A 3-year warranty on an OLED panel at the highest price in the group.
Best for: Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Our take Check price for ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACDNG (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undercutting the Q27GAZDV on price when we checked. | Spending as little as possible. | 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. | Buyers who want HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X. | Check price for AOC Q27GAZDV 27-inch QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (opens in a new tab) |
| A 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a height-adjustable stand. | Buyers who want 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a height-adjustable stand. | Check price for MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 (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 3-year warranty on an OLED panel at the highest price in the group. | Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor. | Check price for ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACDNG (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 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
- Spending as little as possible.
Skip if
- Pass on it if oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element rules it out for your setup.
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. It matches the Q27GAZDV and the MAG 271QPX on refresh rate (240Hz).
On screen size it ties with the Q27GAZDV, the MAG 271QPX and the Odyssey OLED G6 at 27 inches. You also get 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. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the Q27GAZDV was the next step up. The main gap: refresh rate of 240Hz, behind the Odyssey OLED G6 (360Hz). If that matters, the Odyssey OLED G6 offers 360Hz.
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
- Refresh rate of 240Hz, behind the Odyssey OLED G6 (360Hz)
Also Consider2 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 who want HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: 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. On refresh rate it ties with the GO27Q24G and the MAG 271QPX at 240Hz. It matches the GO27Q24G, the MAG 271QPX and the Odyssey OLED G6 on screen size (27 inches).
Like the XG27ACDNG, it has a G-SYNC Compatible, while the Odyssey OLED G6 uses a FreeSync Premium Pro. 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.
Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. G-SYNC Compatible works on NVIDIA cards over DisplayPort, and FreeSync covers AMD cards. It was priced above the GO27Q24G and below the MAG 271QPX at the time of writing.
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 GO27Q24G at the time of writing
Strong Alternative3 of 5
MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The MAG 271QPX pairs a 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a height-adjustable stand.
Best for
- Buyers who want 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a height-adjustable stand.
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 complete OLED option at this refresh rate. It matches the GO27Q24G and the Q27GAZDV on refresh rate (240Hz). On screen size it ties with the GO27Q24G, the Q27GAZDV and the Odyssey OLED G6 at 27 inches.
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. Its price falls between the Q27GAZDV and the Odyssey OLED G6, based on our last check. If refresh rate is your priority, the Odyssey OLED G6 (360Hz) is the stronger choice.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: HDR 400
- Stand: height adjustment
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- a stand with height adjustment
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Refresh rate trails the Odyssey OLED G6 (360Hz)
- Costs more than the GO27Q24G at the time of writing
Worth a Look4 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
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
It matches the XG27ACDNG on refresh rate (360Hz). On screen size it ties with the GO27Q24G, the Q27GAZDV and the MAG 271QPX at 27 inches. You get a FreeSync Premium Pro here, which sets it apart from the XG27ACDNG and its a G-SYNC Compatible.
It also offers 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. On price it sat fourth of 5, between the cheaper MAG 271QPX and the pricier XG27ACDNG, at the time of writing.
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 GO27Q24G at the time of writing
Premium Pick5 of 5
ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACDNG on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The XG27ACDNG runs a QD-OLED panel at 360Hz with True Black 400 HDR and a 3-year warranty.
Best for
- Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Skip if
- Pass on it if oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
It is the balanced pick for competitive play. It matches the Odyssey OLED G6 on refresh rate (360Hz). On screen size it trails the group at 26.5 inches, while the GO27Q24G comes in at 27 inches.
It shares a G-SYNC Compatible with the Q27GAZDV; the Odyssey OLED G6 goes with a FreeSync Premium Pro. 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.
G-SYNC Compatible works on NVIDIA cards over DisplayPort, and FreeSync covers AMD cards. 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 Odyssey OLED G6 and the rest.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 360Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 26.5 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Color gamut: 99% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync: G-SYNC Compatible
- 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
- DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Screen size trails the GO27Q24G (27 inches)
- Costs more than the GO27Q24G at the time of writing
How We Chose These 1440p OLED Gaming Monitors
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- How these picks were ranked
- 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.
- What every pick has in common
- All 5, from the GO27Q24G to the XG27ACDNG, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution and 0.03ms response.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The GO27Q24G, the Q27GAZDV and the Odyssey OLED G6 give no HDR; the GO27Q24G, the MAG 271QPX and the Odyssey OLED G6 give no color gamut.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the GO27Q24G ($250 to $500) to the XG27ACDNG ($500 to $1000).
What to Look for in a 1440p OLED Gaming Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
How much refresh rate you need
Here refresh rate runs from 240Hz on the MAG 271QPX to 360Hz on the Odyssey OLED G6. Start with the Odyssey OLED G6 if refresh rate decides it.
Screen size
Here screen size runs from 26.5 inches on the XG27ACDNG to 27 inches on the GO27Q24G. The GO27Q24G is the pick for screen size.
Setup checks
To see 240Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower.
Extras that separate them
The MAG 271QPX: a 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a height-adjustable stand. The Odyssey OLED G6: an anti-glare finish and a built-in cooling system. The XG27ACDNG: a 3-year warranty on an OLED panel.
Budget
$250 to $500 buys the GO27Q24G, the Q27GAZDV and the MAG 271QPX; $500 to $1000 buys the Odyssey OLED G6 and the XG27ACDNG at our last check.
Read HDR labels carefully
HDR10 means the monitor accepts an HDR signal, not that it displays it well. DisplayHDR 600 or True Black 400 certifications say more about real HDR performance.
How to Choose a 1440p OLED Gaming Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Spending as little as possible | GO27Q24G | Undercutting the Q27GAZDV on price when we checked |
| Buyers who want HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X | Q27GAZDV | HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X |
| Buyers who want 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a height-adjustable stand | MAG 271QPX | A 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a height-adjustable stand |
| Buyers who want HDMI 2.1 inputs | Odyssey OLED G6 | HDMI 2.1 inputs |
| Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor | XG27ACDNG | A 3-year warranty on an OLED panel at the highest price in the group |
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Key specs side by side
The Odyssey OLED G6 leads on refresh rate at 360Hz, ahead of the XG27ACDNG at 360Hz.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GO27Q24G | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | W-OLED |
| Q27GAZDV | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| MAG 271QPX | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| Odyssey OLED G6 | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| XG27ACDNG | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 26.5 inches | QD-OLED |
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By price at the time of writing
The GO27Q24G was the lowest-priced pick and the XG27ACDNG the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $250 to $500 | GO27Q24G, Q27GAZDV, MAG 271QPX |
| About $500 to $1000 | Odyssey OLED G6, XG27ACDNG |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the XG27ACDNG add over the GO27Q24G?
On paper it adds refresh rate (360Hz against 240Hz). It does not win everywhere: the GO27Q24G still leads on screen size (27 inches). The GO27Q24G was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
Why is the XG27ACDNG our Premium Pick pick?
It earns the label for a 3-year warranty on an OLED panel at the highest price in the group. It suits buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Do the GO27Q24G and the Q27GAZDV differ on panel?
The GO27Q24G uses W-OLED; the Q27GAZDV, the MAG 271QPX, the Odyssey OLED G6 and the XG27ACDNG use QD-OLED.
Will the Q27GAZDV work with my setup?
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. In this guide it ranks second of 5.
What extras do the GO27Q24G and the Q27GAZDV include?
The GO27Q24G: a 240Hz OLED panel at an entry-level OLED price at the time of writing. The Q27GAZDV: HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X. The MAG 271QPX: a 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a height-adjustable stand.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the GO27Q24G, chosen for undercutting the Q27GAZDV on price when we checked. Look at the Q27GAZDV for HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X, the MAG 271QPX for a 240Hz QD-OLED panel with a height-adjustable stand and the Odyssey OLED G6 for HDMI 2.1 inputs if those matter more to you.
Leave the panel's refresh cycle enabled to limit burn-in.