Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Monitors for RTX 5060 Ti
From the AW2726DL to the MAG 274QPF: five monitors ranked on refresh rate and screen size, with who should skip each one.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read5 products evaluated
The RTX 5060 Ti, especially with 16GB, handles 1440p well with upscaling. Every pick is a 1440p monitor that cost $350 or less, ordered by refresh rate.
Our comparison rests on published figures for refresh rate, resolution and size; nothing here was tested in-house, and where a maker leaves out panel, we say so.
Quick Picks
Which of the 5 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Fastest Refresh
MSI MAG 274QPF X32The highest refresh rate here (320Hz).
Best for: Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.
Check price for MSI MAG 274QPF X32 on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQM5A1440p at 300Hz.
Best for: Buyers who want 1440p at 300Hz.
Check price for ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQM5A on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Lowest Price Here
Alienware AW2726DLThe lowest price among these monitors at the time of writing.
Best for: Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the XG27ACMES.
Check price for Alienware AW2726DL on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Strong Alternative
ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCMS CurvedA curved 1440p panel overclocked to 280Hz.
Best for: Buyers who want curved 1440p panel overclocked to 280Hz.
Check price for ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCMS Curved on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
G-SYNC Adaptive Sync
ASUS ROG XG27ACMESA G-SYNC.
Best for: Buyers who want a G-SYNC.
Check price for ASUS ROG XG27ACMES on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The highest refresh rate here (320Hz). | Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most. | Check price for MSI MAG 274QPF X32 on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| 1440p at 300Hz. | Buyers who want 1440p at 300Hz. | Check price for ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQM5A on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| The lowest price among these monitors at the time of writing. | Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the XG27ACMES. | Check price for Alienware AW2726DL on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A curved 1440p panel overclocked to 280Hz. | Buyers who want curved 1440p panel overclocked to 280Hz. | Check price for ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCMS Curved on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A G-SYNC. | Buyers who want a G-SYNC. | Check price for ASUS ROG XG27ACMES on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Fastest Refresh1 of 5
MSI MAG 274QPF X32
The MAG 274QPF is built around AI Vision for dark-area detail.
Best for
- Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the AW2726DL cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
On the spec sheet, it offers a 320Hz refresh rate and offers a 27 inches screen size. On refresh rate it leads this guide at 320Hz, ahead of the VG27AQM5A (300Hz). A rapid IPS panel is unique to it among these picks, while the XG27ACMES uses a fast IPS panel.
To see 320Hz 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. You also get this: 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches. At our last price check it topped the group, with the VG27AQM5A the nearest cheaper option.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 320Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 27 inches
- Panel
- Rapid IPS
- Response
- 0.5ms
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync Premium, G-SYNC Compatible
Pros
- a 320Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a Rapid IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- FreeSync Premium, G-SYNC Compatible to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- Costs more than the AW2726DL at the time of writing
Also Consider2 of 5
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQM5A
The VG27AQM5A pushes a 27-inch 1440p Fast IPS panel to 300Hz with 95% DCI-P3 coverage.
Best for
- Buyers who want 1440p at 300Hz.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the AW2726DL was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It is the fastest 1440p model in the TUF range here. Its 300Hz refresh rate ranks second of 5 here, behind the MAG 274QPF (320Hz) and ahead of the XG27ACMES (255Hz). Like the XG27ACMES, it has a fast IPS panel, while the MAG 274QPF uses a rapid IPS panel.
You also get built-in speakers and a 3-year warranty. 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. On price it sat fourth of 5, between the cheaper XG27WCMS and the pricier MAG 274QPF, at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 300Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 27 inches
- Panel
- Fast IPS
- Response
- 0.3ms
- Color gamut
- 95% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync
- G-SYNC, ELMB Sync
- Warranty
- 3-year
Pros
- a 300Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 95% DCI-P3 colour coverage
Cons
- Costs more than the AW2726DL at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here3 of 5
Alienware AW2726DL
The AW2726DL runs a 1440p IPS panel at 280Hz.
Best for
- Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the XG27ACMES.
Skip if
- Pass on it if refresh rate of 280Hz, behind the MAG 274QPF (320Hz) rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
The maker publishes few details, so check the stand and ports on Dell's spec page. It matches the XG27WCMS on refresh rate (280Hz). It is the only pick here with an IPS panel; the MAG 274QPF has a rapid IPS panel instead.
To see 280Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower. Worth noting: 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the XG27ACMES was the next step up. The main gap: refresh rate of 280Hz, behind the MAG 274QPF (320Hz). If that matters, the MAG 274QPF offers 320Hz.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 280Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 27 inches
- Panel
- IPS
- Response
- 1ms
Pros
- a 280Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 280Hz 1440p IPS panel
Cons
- Refresh rate of 280Hz, behind the MAG 274QPF (320Hz)
Strong Alternative4 of 5
ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCMS Curved
ASUS's XG27WCMS curves a 27-inch 1440p panel and overclocks it to 280Hz.
Best for
- Buyers who want curved 1440p panel overclocked to 280Hz.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the AW2726DL was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
USB-C input and a three-year warranty are listed. The 27-inch curved 1440p panel overclocks to 280Hz, lists a 1ms response, covers 95% of DCI-P3 and includes USB-C. It matches the AW2726DL on refresh rate (280Hz).
You get a G-SYNC Compatible here, which sets it apart from the XG27ACMES and its a G-SYNC. To see 280Hz 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. On price it sat third of 5, between the cheaper XG27ACMES and the pricier VG27AQM5A, at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 280Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 27 inches
- HDR
- HDR
- Color gamut
- 95% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync
- G-SYNC Compatible
- USB-C
- Yes
- Warranty
- 3-year
Pros
- a 280Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- 95% DCI-P3 colour coverage
- G-SYNC Compatible to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- Costs more than the AW2726DL at the time of writing
G-SYNC Adaptive Sync5 of 5
ASUS ROG XG27ACMES
The XG27ACMES stands out for a 255Hz refresh rate with overclocking, and it adds ELMB SYNC motion blur reduction.
Best for
- Buyers who want a G-SYNC.
Skip if
- Skip it if refresh rate matters most to you; the MAG 274QPF offers 320Hz.
Why we like it
It also offers a 255Hz refresh rate and offers a 27 inches screen size. Its 255Hz refresh rate is the lowest in this group; the MAG 274QPF leads at 320Hz. Like the VG27AQM5A, it has a fast IPS panel, while the MAG 274QPF uses a rapid IPS panel.
A G-SYNC is unique to it among these picks, while the XG27WCMS uses a G-SYNC Compatible. To see 255Hz 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. Its price falls between the AW2726DL and the XG27WCMS, based on our last check.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 255Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 27 inches
- Panel
- Fast IPS
- Response
- 0.3ms
- Adaptive sync
- G-SYNC
Pros
- a 255Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- G-SYNC to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- Refresh rate trails the MAG 274QPF (320Hz)
- Costs more than the AW2726DL at the time of writing
How We Chose These Gaming Monitors for RTX 5060 Ti
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.
- What we compared
- We compared five monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel as the makers state them. Nothing was tested in-house; 3 of the 8 fields compared are stated for every pick, while panel and response have gaps.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the MAG 274QPF to the XG27ACMES, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The XG27WCMS gives no panel; the XG27WCMS gives no response.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the AW2726DL ($150 to $250) to the MAG 274QPF ($250 to $500).
What to Look for in a Gaming Monitor for RTX 5060 Ti
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate across these picks
The MAG 274QPF tops refresh rate at 320Hz and the XG27ACMES sits lowest at 255Hz. For less, the VG27AQM5A is the runner-up at 300Hz.
Response
The MAG 274QPF lists 0.5ms; the VG27AQM5A and the XG27ACMES list 0.3ms; the AW2726DL lists 1ms.
A large monitor showing a game on a low media unit Features beyond the spec table
The AW2726DL: a 280Hz 1440p IPS panel. The XG27WCMS: USB-C input. The XG27ACMES: ELMB SYNC motion blur reduction.
How much to spend
$150 to $250 buys the AW2726DL and the XG27ACMES; $250 to $500 buys the XG27WCMS, the VG27AQM5A and the MAG 274QPF at our last check.
A gaming monitor on a desk with purple bias lighting Match the pick to your priority
Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most: the MAG 274QPF. Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the XG27ACMES: the AW2726DL. Buyers who want a G-SYNC: the XG27ACMES.
How to Choose a Gaming Monitor for RTX 5060 Ti
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most | MAG 274QPF | The highest refresh rate here (320Hz) |
| Buyers who want 1440p at 300Hz | VG27AQM5A | 1440p at 300Hz |
| Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the XG27ACMES | AW2726DL | The lowest price among these monitors at the time of writing |
| Buyers who want curved 1440p panel overclocked to 280Hz | XG27WCMS | A curved 1440p panel overclocked to 280Hz |
| Buyers who want a G-SYNC | XG27ACMES | A G-SYNC |
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Key specs side by side
The MAG 274QPF leads on refresh rate at 320Hz, ahead of the VG27AQM5A at 300Hz. "Not listed" marks panel where the XG27WCMS leaves the figure out.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAG 274QPF | 320Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | Rapid IPS |
| VG27AQM5A | 300Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | Fast IPS |
| AW2726DL | 280Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | IPS |
| XG27WCMS | 280Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | Not listed |
| XG27ACMES | 255Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | Fast IPS |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the AW2726DL, sat in the $150 to $250 tier, 2 tiers in all up to the MAG 274QPF at $250 to $500; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $150 to $250 | AW2726DL, XG27ACMES |
| About $250 to $500 | XG27WCMS, VG27AQM5A, MAG 274QPF |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MAG 274QPF ahead of the VG27AQM5A on refresh rate?
The MAG 274QPF leads at 320Hz, with the VG27AQM5A at 300Hz. The spread runs down to the XG27ACMES at 255Hz.
Is the MAG 274QPF worth paying more than the AW2726DL?
On paper it adds refresh rate (320Hz against 280Hz). The AW2726DL sat in the $150 to $250 tier and the MAG 274QPF in the $250 to $500 tier when we checked, with 3 other picks between them; pay the difference only if refresh rate decides your purchase.
What makes the MAG 274QPF the Fastest Refresh?
The label rests on the highest refresh rate here (320Hz). The VG27AQM5A is next on refresh rate at 300Hz, so this pick's 320Hz is 7% further out. The AW2726DL, the cheapest pick, sat in the $150 to $250 tier against $250 to $500 here, without out-ranking it on any listed spec. It is aimed at competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.
Do the MAG 274QPF and the VG27AQM5A differ on panel?
The MAG 274QPF uses Rapid IPS; the VG27AQM5A and the XG27ACMES use Fast IPS; the AW2726DL uses IPS. The maker of the XG27WCMS doesn't state panel, so 4 of 5 picks are covered here.
Beyond the specs, what sets the MAG 274QPF and the VG27AQM5A apart?
The MAG 274QPF: AI Vision for dark-area detail. The VG27AQM5A: 1440p at 300Hz. The AW2726DL: a 280Hz 1440p IPS panel.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the MAG 274QPF. Look at the VG27AQM5A for 1440p at 300Hz, the AW2726DL for the lowest price among these monitors at the time of writing and the XG27WCMS for a curved 1440p panel overclocked to 280Hz if those matter more to you.
Turn on DLSS in demanding games to keep 1440p above 60fps.
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