Buying Guide
The Best 27-Inch OLED Gaming Monitors
We weighed five monitors on refresh rate and screen size; the PG27AQDP has the highest refresh rate, and the GO27Q24G costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
27 inches is the most common OLED gaming size. Every pick is a 27-inch OLED, ordered by refresh rate.
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.
Fastest Refresh
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP
The highest refresh rate here (480Hz).
Best for: Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Our take Check price for ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED
A built-in KVM switch.
Best for: Buyers who want built-in KVM switch.
Our take Check price for MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED (opens in a new tab)
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)
Strong Alternative
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)
Premium Pick
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED
The top of this price range, adding a 4K QD-OLED panel at 26.5 inches.
Best for: Spending more for the fullest feature set.
Our take Check price for MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The highest refresh rate here (480Hz). | Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates. | Check price for ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP (opens in a new tab) |
| A built-in KVM switch. | Buyers who want built-in KVM switch. | Check price for MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED (opens in a new tab) |
| 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) |
| The top of this price range, adding a 4K QD-OLED panel at 26.5 inches. | Spending more for the fullest feature set. | Check price for MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Fastest Refresh1 of 5
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The PG27AQDP goes further to 480Hz on a WOLED panel, the fastest here, for players whose PCs can feed it.
Best for
- Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element is a problem.
Why we like it
On refresh rate it leads this guide at 480Hz, ahead of the MPG 271QRX (360Hz). On screen size it ties with the MPG 272URX at 26.5 inches. It is the only pick here with a WOLED panel; the MPG 271QRX has a QD-OLED panel instead.
Like the MPG 272URX, it has a 99% DCI-P3 color gamut, while the Q27GAZDV uses a 110% DCI-P3 color gamut. To see 480Hz 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. Its price falls between the MPG 271QRX and the MPG 272URX, based on our last check.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 480Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 26.5 inches
- Panel: WOLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Color gamut: 99% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync: G-SYNC Compatible
- Warranty: 3-year
Pros
- a 480Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a WOLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Costs more than the GO27Q24G at the time of writing
Also Consider2 of 5
MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The MPG 271QRX adds a KVM switch to a 360Hz QD-OLED panel with True Black 400.
Best for
- Buyers who want built-in KVM switch.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
Its built-in KVM switches a keyboard and mouse between two computers, and the stand adjusts for ergonomics. Its 360Hz refresh rate ranks second of 5 here, behind the PG27AQDP (480Hz) and ahead of the MPG 272URX (240Hz). On screen size it ties with the GO27Q24G and the Q27GAZDV at 27 inches.
Like the Q27GAZDV and MPG 272URX, it has a QD-OLED panel, while the PG27AQDP uses a WOLED panel. It also offers HDMI 2.1 inputs 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. Its price falls between the Q27GAZDV and the PG27AQDP, based on our last check.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 360Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
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
- Costs more than the GO27Q24G at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here3 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
- Worth skipping when oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element is a problem.
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 MPG 272URX on refresh rate (240Hz).
On screen size it ties with the MPG 271QRX and the Q27GAZDV at 27 inches. It is the only pick here with a W-OLED panel; the PG27AQDP has a WOLED panel instead. 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. 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 PG27AQDP (480Hz). If that matters, the PG27AQDP offers 480Hz.
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 PG27AQDP (480Hz)
Strong Alternative4 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
- 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. On refresh rate it ties with the GO27Q24G and the MPG 272URX at 240Hz. It matches the MPG 271QRX and the GO27Q24G on screen size (27 inches).
It shares a QD-OLED panel with the MPG 271QRX and MPG 272URX; the GO27Q24G goes with a W-OLED panel. You get a 110% DCI-P3 color gamut here, which sets it apart from the MPG 272URX and its a 99% DCI-P3 color gamut. It also comes with 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. It was priced above the GO27Q24G and below the MPG 271QRX 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
Premium Pick5 of 5
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
MSI's MPG 272URX is a 26.5-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz with 99% DCI-P3 coverage.
Best for
- Spending more for the fullest feature set.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
It packs 4K into a desk-friendly size. It matches the GO27Q24G and the Q27GAZDV on refresh rate (240Hz). On screen size it ties with the PG27AQDP at 26.5 inches.
No other pick in this guide offers a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution; compare the GO27Q24G, which has a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution. Like the MPG 271QRX and Q27GAZDV, it has a QD-OLED panel, while the PG27AQDP uses a WOLED panel. Like the PG27AQDP, it has a 99% DCI-P3 color gamut, while the Q27GAZDV uses a 110% DCI-P3 color gamut.
It also comes with a 4K QD-OLED panel at 26.5 inches, OLED Care 2.0 in MSI software and an HDMI 2.1 input. 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 PG27AQDP and the rest. The trade-off is refresh rate; for more, the PG27AQDP offers 480Hz.
Key dimensions & 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
- Refresh rate trails the PG27AQDP (480Hz)
- Screen size trails the MPG 271QRX (27 inches)
How We Chose These 27-Inch 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 PG27AQDP to the MPG 272URX, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 0.03ms response.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The GO27Q24G and the Q27GAZDV give no HDR; the MPG 271QRX and the GO27Q24G give no color gamut.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the GO27Q24G ($250 to $500) to the MPG 272URX ($500 to $1000).
What to Look for in a 27-Inch OLED Gaming Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate
Here refresh rate runs from 240Hz on the MPG 272URX to 480Hz on the PG27AQDP. The MPG 271QRX comes second for less money.
Screen size across these picks
Here screen size runs from 26.5 inches on the MPG 272URX to 27 inches on the MPG 271QRX. For less, the GO27Q24G is the runner-up at 27 inches.
Panel
The PG27AQDP lists WOLED; the MPG 271QRX, the Q27GAZDV and the MPG 272URX list QD-OLED; the GO27Q24G lists W-OLED. Settle this first, then compare prices.
Setup checks
To see 480Hz 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.
Extras that separate them
The GO27Q24G: a 240Hz OLED panel at an entry-level OLED price at the time of writing. The Q27GAZDV: a USB 3.2 hub. The MPG 272URX: OLED Care 2.0 in MSI software.
Pick the panel type
IPS offers wide viewing angles and good colour. VA has higher contrast but slower dark transitions. OLED has perfect blacks and very fast response but carries a burn-in risk with static content.
How to Choose a 27-Inch OLED Gaming Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates | PG27AQDP | The highest refresh rate here (480Hz) |
| Buyers who want built-in KVM switch | MPG 271QRX | A built-in KVM switch |
| 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 |
| Spending more for the fullest feature set | MPG 272URX | The top of this price range, adding a 4K QD-OLED panel at 26.5 inches |
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Key specs side by side
The PG27AQDP leads on refresh rate at 480Hz, ahead of the MPG 271QRX at 360Hz.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG27AQDP | 480Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 26.5 inches | WOLED |
| MPG 271QRX | 360Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| GO27Q24G | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | W-OLED |
| Q27GAZDV | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| MPG 272URX | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 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 MPG 272URX the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $250 to $500 | GO27Q24G, Q27GAZDV |
| About $500 to $1000 | MPG 271QRX, PG27AQDP, MPG 272URX |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the PG27AQDP ahead of the MPG 271QRX on refresh rate?
The PG27AQDP leads at 480Hz, with the MPG 271QRX at 360Hz. The MPG 272URX is at the other end of this group with 240Hz.
What does the MPG 272URX add over the GO27Q24G?
On the figures both makers state, it adds little. 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 a feature outside the spec sheet matters to you.
Why is the PG27AQDP our Fastest Refresh pick?
It earns the label for the highest refresh rate here (480Hz). It suits esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Do the PG27AQDP and the MPG 272URX differ on resolution?
The PG27AQDP, the MPG 271QRX, the GO27Q24G and the Q27GAZDV use 2560x1440 (1440p); the MPG 272URX uses 3840x2160 (4K).
Will the MPG 272URX work with my setup?
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. In this guide it ranks fifth of 5, as our Premium Pick pick.
What extras do the PG27AQDP and the MPG 271QRX include?
The PG27AQDP: a 480Hz refresh rate at 1440p. The MPG 271QRX: a built-in KVM switch. The GO27Q24G: a 240Hz OLED panel at an entry-level OLED price at the time of writing.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the PG27AQDP. Look at the MPG 271QRX for a built-in KVM switch, the GO27Q24G for undercutting the Q27GAZDV on price when we checked and the Q27GAZDV for HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X if those matter more to you.
Hide the taskbar to reduce static elements on screen.