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The Best OLED Monitors

Six OLED monitors across 1440p and 4K, from 240Hz to 480Hz, compared on refresh rate, HDR, warranty and burn-in care.

By , PC Hardware Editor

12 min read6 products evaluated

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  1. Quick Picks
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  3. How We Chose
  4. What to Look For
  5. Comparison
  6. FAQ

OLED monitors light each pixel individually, which gives perfect blacks and very fast response. The trade-off is burn-in risk with static content, so warranty terms matter.

We compared listed specifications; we did not test these monitors.

Quick Picks

Which of the 6 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.

  1. Best 32-Inch OLED

    ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM

    32-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz with burn-in warranty coverage.

    Best for: Large-screen 4K gaming.

    Check price for ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

  2. Best 1440p OLED

    Alienware AW2725DF

    360Hz QD-OLED with a swivel and pivot stand.

    Best for: Most high-refresh gamers.

    Check price for Alienware AW2725DF on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

  3. Fastest Refresh

    ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP

    The highest refresh rate here (480Hz).

    Best for: Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.

    Check price for ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

  4. Best Value

    LG UltraGear 27GX704A-B

    240Hz OLED at a mid-range price.

    Best for: OLED on a budget.

    Check price for LG UltraGear 27GX704A-B on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

  5. Best 27-Inch 4K

    GIGABYTE MO27U2

    4K QD-OLED at 240Hz.

    Best for: Sharp text and games.

    Check price for GIGABYTE MO27U2 on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

  6. Solid Alternative

    Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD)

    The Odyssey OLED G6 is Samsung's 360Hz QD-OLED with HDMI 2.1 inputs.

    Best for: Buyers who want a 360hz refresh rate for fast motion.

    Check price for Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

Our Picks

Best 32-Inch OLED1 of 6

ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM

The ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM pairs a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED panel at 240Hz with a 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage.

Best for

Large-screen 4K gaming.

Skip if

Choose another pick if you can't accept this: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
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ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM

Why we like it

It also carries 90W USB-C power delivery for a laptop. It matches the 27GX704A and the MO27U2 on refresh rate (240Hz). Nothing else here matches its 32 inches screen size; the 27GX704A comes closest at 27 inches.

Like the MO27U2, it has a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution, while the AW2725DF uses a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution. It shares a G-SYNC Compatible with the PG27AQDP; the Odyssey OLED G6 goes with a FreeSync Premium Pro. 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. G-SYNC Compatible works on NVIDIA cards over DisplayPort, and FreeSync covers AMD cards. It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the PG27AQDP.

Key specs

Refresh rate
240Hz
Resolution
3840x2160 (4K)
Size
32 inches
Panel
QD-OLED
Response
0.03ms
HDR
DisplayHDR True Black 400
Color gamut
99% DCI-P3
Adaptive sync
G-SYNC Compatible
USB-C
Yes
Warranty
3-year

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 27GX704A at the time of writing
Check price on Amazon for ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM (opens in a new tab)

Best 1440p OLED2 of 6

Alienware AW2725DF

The AW2725DF pushes a QD-OLED panel to 360Hz at 1440p.

Best for

Most high-refresh gamers.

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Choose another pick if you can't accept this: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
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Alienware AW2725DF

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 ranks fifth of 6 here, behind the PG32UCDM (32 inches) and ahead of the PG27AQDP (26.5 inches).

Like the MO27U2 and Odyssey OLED G6, it has a FreeSync Premium Pro, while the PG32UCDM uses a G-SYNC Compatible. 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 27GX704A and below the Odyssey OLED G6 at the time of writing.

Key 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
  • Costs more than the 27GX704A at the time of writing
Check price on Amazon for Alienware AW2725DF (opens in a new tab)

Fastest Refresh3 of 6

ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP

The PG27AQDP goes further to 480Hz on a WOLED panel, the fastest here, for players whose PCs can feed it.

Best for

Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.

Skip if

Choose another pick if you can't accept this: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
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ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP

Why we like it

On refresh rate it leads this guide at 480Hz, ahead of the AW2725DF (360Hz). Its 26.5 inches screen size is the smallest in this group; the PG32UCDM leads at 32 inches. You get a WOLED panel here, which sets it apart from the 27GX704A and its an OLED panel.

Like the PG32UCDM, it has a G-SYNC Compatible, while the AW2725DF uses a FreeSync Premium Pro. 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. It was priced above the MO27U2 and below the PG32UCDM at the time of writing.

Key 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
  • Screen size trails the PG32UCDM (32 inches)
  • Costs more than the 27GX704A at the time of writing

The catch

It gives ground on screen size, where the PG32UCDM comes in at 32 inches.

Check price on Amazon for ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP (opens in a new tab)

Best Value4 of 6

LG UltraGear 27GX704A-B

The 27GX704A brings a 240Hz OLED panel to 1440p with near-instant response and True Black 400 HDR.

Best for

OLED on a budget.

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Choose another pick if you can't accept this: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
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LG UltraGear 27GX704A-B

Why we like it

For most gaming PCs it is the best balance of motion clarity, contrast and price. On refresh rate it ties with the PG32UCDM and the MO27U2 at 240Hz. It matches the MO27U2 and the Odyssey OLED G6 on screen size (27 inches).

An OLED panel is unique to it among these picks, while the PG32UCDM uses a QD-OLED panel. It also comes with HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs. 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. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the AW2725DF was closest.

Key specs

Refresh rate
240Hz
Resolution
2560x1440 (1440p)
Size
27 inches
Panel
OLED
Response
0.03ms
HDR
DisplayHDR True Black 400
Adaptive sync
G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync Premium Pro
Stand
swivel and pivot

Pros

  • a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
  • 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
  • a OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
  • DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification

Cons

  • OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
  • Refresh rate of 240Hz, behind the PG27AQDP (480Hz)

The catch

What it gives up: refresh rate of 240Hz, behind the PG27AQDP (480Hz); by contrast, the PG27AQDP offers 480Hz.

Check price on Amazon for LG UltraGear 27GX704A-B (opens in a new tab)

Best 27-Inch 4K5 of 6

GIGABYTE MO27U2

The MO27U2 uses a QD-OLED panel at 4K and 240Hz, the fastest here, with 99% DCI-P3.

Best for

Sharp text and games.

Skip if

Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
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GIGABYTE MO27U2

Why we like it

It needs a top-end card to use it fully. On refresh rate it ties with the PG32UCDM and the 27GX704A at 240Hz. It matches the 27GX704A and the Odyssey OLED G6 on screen size (27 inches).

It shares a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution with the PG32UCDM; the Odyssey OLED G6 goes with a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution. Like the AW2725DF and Odyssey OLED G6, it has a FreeSync Premium Pro, while the PG32UCDM uses a G-SYNC Compatible. 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. It was priced above the Odyssey OLED G6 and below the PG27AQDP at the time of writing.

Key specs

Refresh rate
240Hz
Resolution
3840x2160 (4K)
Size
27 inches
Panel
QD-OLED
Response
0.03ms
Color gamut
99% DCI-P3
Adaptive sync
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
  • 99% DCI-P3 colour coverage

Cons

  • OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
  • Refresh rate trails the PG27AQDP (480Hz)
  • Costs more than the 27GX704A at the time of writing

The catch

It gives ground on refresh rate, where the PG27AQDP offers 480Hz.

Check price on Amazon for GIGABYTE MO27U2 (opens in a new tab)

Solid Alternative6 of 6

Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD)

The Odyssey OLED G6 is Samsung's 360Hz QD-OLED with HDMI 2.1 inputs.

Best for

Buyers who want a 360hz refresh rate for fast motion.

Skip if

Worth skipping when oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements is a problem.
Check price on Amazon for Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) (opens in a new tab)
Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD)

Why we like it

On refresh rate it ties with the AW2725DF at 360Hz. It matches the 27GX704A and the MO27U2 on screen size (27 inches). Like the AW2725DF and MO27U2, it has a FreeSync Premium Pro, while the PG32UCDM uses a G-SYNC Compatible.

It also offers an anti-glare finish and a built-in cooling system. 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 MO27U2 cost more.

Key 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 27GX704A at the time of writing
Check price on Amazon for Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) (opens in a new tab)

How We Chose These OLED Monitors

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.

Two monitors showing a dark game scene side by side
Two monitors showing a dark game scene side by side
The figures behind the order
We lined up six monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel, using each maker's published specs. These are research figures, not bench results: 2 of 6 picks leave out HDR.
The shared baseline
All 6, from the PG32UCDM to the Odyssey OLED G6, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 0.03ms response.
Where the specs have gaps
The MO27U2 and the Odyssey OLED G6 give no HDR; the 27GX704A and the Odyssey OLED G6 give no color gamut.
Price range
At our last check the picks ran from the 27GX704A ($250 to $500) to the PG32UCDM ($500 to $1000).

What to Look for in an OLED Monitor

Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.

  1. Refresh rate

    Across these 6 picks refresh rate spans 240Hz (the MO27U2) to 480Hz (the PG27AQDP). For less, the AW2725DF is the runner-up at 360Hz.

  2. How much screen size you need

    Here screen size runs from 26.5 inches on the PG27AQDP to 32 inches on the PG32UCDM, a 21% spread. The 27GX704A comes second at 27 inches, in the $250 to $500 tier against $500 to $1000 for the PG32UCDM.

    A monitor on a stand in front of lit shelves
    A monitor on a stand in front of lit shelves

  3. Panel

    The PG32UCDM, the AW2725DF, the MO27U2 and the Odyssey OLED G6 list QD-OLED; the PG27AQDP lists WOLED; the 27GX704A lists OLED. Settling panel first narrows 6 picks to 4 or 1 or 1.

  4. Features beyond the spec table

    The 27GX704A: a 240Hz OLED panel at a mid-range price at the time of writing. The MO27U2: a 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K. The Odyssey OLED G6: an anti-glare finish and a built-in cooling system.

    A monitor showing red lanterns against a black background
    A monitor showing red lanterns against a black background

  5. How much to spend

    $250 to $500 buys the 27GX704A; $500 to $1000 buys the AW2725DF, the Odyssey OLED G6, the MO27U2, the PG27AQDP and the PG32UCDM at our last check.

How to Choose an OLED Monitor

By priority

PriorityConsiderWhy
Large-screen 4K gamingPG32UCDM32-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz with burn-in warranty coverage
Most high-refresh gamersAW2725DF360Hz QD-OLED with a swivel and pivot stand
Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters mostPG27AQDPThe highest refresh rate here (480Hz)
OLED on a budget27GX704A240Hz OLED at a mid-range price
Sharp text and gamesMO27U24K QD-OLED at 240Hz

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Two monitors side by side showing the same game scene
Two monitors side by side showing the same game scene

Key specs side by side

The PG27AQDP leads on refresh rate at 480Hz, ahead of the AW2725DF at 360Hz.

MonitorRefresh rateResolutionSizePanel
PG32UCDM240Hz3840x2160 (4K)32 inchesQD-OLED
AW2725DF360Hz2560x1440 (1440p)26.7 inchesQD-OLED
PG27AQDP480Hz2560x1440 (1440p)26.5 inchesWOLED
27GX704A240Hz2560x1440 (1440p)27 inchesOLED
MO27U2240Hz3840x2160 (4K)27 inchesQD-OLED
Odyssey OLED G6360Hz2560x1440 (1440p)27 inchesQD-OLED

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By price at the time of writing

At our last check the cheapest pick, the 27GX704A, sat in the $250 to $500 tier, 2 tiers in all up to the PG32UCDM at $500 to $1000; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.

Price tierMonitors
About $250 to $50027GX704A
About $500 to $1000AW2725DF, Odyssey OLED G6, MO27U2, PG27AQDP, PG32UCDM

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the highest refresh rate: the PG27AQDP or the AW2725DF?

Between the top two, it is 480Hz on the PG27AQDP against 360Hz on the AW2725DF, a 33% difference. The MO27U2 closes the ranking at 240Hz.

How does the 27GX704A compare with the PG32UCDM on screen size?

The PG32UCDM leads at 32 inches, with the 27GX704A at 27 inches. The spread runs down to the PG27AQDP at 26.5 inches.

Is the PG32UCDM worth paying more than the 27GX704A?

On paper it adds screen size (32 inches against 27 inches). The 27GX704A sat in the $250 to $500 tier and the PG32UCDM in the $500 to $1000 tier when we checked, with 4 other picks between them; pay the difference only if screen size decides your purchase.

What makes the PG27AQDP the Fastest Refresh?

It earns the label for the highest refresh rate here (480Hz). The AW2725DF is next on refresh rate at 360Hz, so this pick's 480Hz is 33% further out. It gives up screen size (26.5 inches against 27 inches) to the 27GX704A, the cheapest pick. It suits competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.

Do the PG32UCDM and the AW2725DF differ on resolution?

The PG32UCDM and the MO27U2 use 3840x2160 (4K); the AW2725DF, the PG27AQDP, the 27GX704A and the Odyssey OLED G6 use 2560x1440 (1440p).

Beyond the specs, what sets the PG32UCDM and the AW2725DF apart?

The PG32UCDM: a 3-year warranty that lists burn-in coverage. The AW2725DF: a 360Hz QD-OLED panel at 1440p. The PG27AQDP: a 480Hz refresh rate at 1440p.

Bottom Line

The ASUS PG32UCDM is the best 32-inch OLED here, and the Alienware AW2725DF the best at 1440p. The PG27AQDP reaches 480Hz, and LG's 27GX704A is the value pick.

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