Buying Guide
The Best White Monitors
We weighed three monitors on refresh rate and screen size; the MPG 321URXW has the largest screen size, and the CRUA 27 QHD costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read3 products evaluated
White monitors suit light-themed setups. Every pick comes in white, ordered from the lowest price.
Rankings weigh refresh rate, resolution and size as the makers state them; we did not test these monitors ourselves, and if a maker skips refresh rate, the guide says so.
Quick Picks
Our 3 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
CRUA 27-inch QHD 240Hz IPS Gaming Monitor (White)
The lowest price of the group at our last check.
Best for: Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build.
Our take Check price for CRUA 27-inch QHD 240Hz IPS Gaming Monitor (White) (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
LG UltraFine 27US500-W
A white borderless design.
Best for: Buyers who want white borderless design.
Our take Check price for LG UltraFine 27US500-W (opens in a new tab)
Largest Screen Size
MSI MPG 321URXW QD-OLED
The largest screen size here (31.5 inches).
Best for: Buyers who put screen size first.
Our take Check price for MSI MPG 321URXW QD-OLED (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The lowest price of the group at our last check. | Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build. | Check price for CRUA 27-inch QHD 240Hz IPS Gaming Monitor (White) (opens in a new tab) |
| A white borderless design. | Buyers who want white borderless design. | Check price for LG UltraFine 27US500-W (opens in a new tab) |
| The largest screen size here (31.5 inches). | Buyers who put screen size first. | Check price for MSI MPG 321URXW QD-OLED (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 3
CRUA 27-inch QHD 240Hz IPS Gaming Monitor (White) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
CRUA's 27-inch QHD monitor reaches 240Hz on an IPS panel at a budget price at the time of writing.
Best for
- Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: screen size of 27 inches, behind the MPG 321URXW (31.5 inches).
Why we like it
It also adds 120% sRGB coverage, built-in speakers and a white finish for a light-coloured desk. It matches the 27US500 on screen size (27 inches). You get a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution here, which sets it apart from the MPG 321URXW and its a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution.
It shares an IPS panel with the 27US500; the MPG 321URXW goes with a QD-OLED panel. You get a 120% sRGB color gamut here, which sets it apart from the MPG 321URXW and its a 99% DCI-P3 color gamut. It also offers HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs and a white finish with 75x75mm VESA mounting.
It cost the least of the 3 picks at the time of writing, with the 27US500 the next step up. What it gives up: screen size of 27 inches, behind the MPG 321URXW (31.5 inches); by contrast, the MPG 321URXW comes in at 31.5 inches.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: IPS
- Color gamut: 120% sRGB
- Adaptive sync: FreeSync
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 120% sRGB colour coverage
Cons
- Screen size of 27 inches, behind the MPG 321URXW (31.5 inches)
Also Consider2 of 3
LG UltraFine 27US500-W on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The 27US500 offers 90% DCI-P3 coverage and HDR10 input on an IPS panel in a white finish.
Best for
- Buyers who want white borderless design.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when hDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certificatio is a problem.
Why we like it
It suits creative work more than gaming. On screen size it ties with the CRUA 27 QHD at 27 inches. Like the MPG 321URXW, it has a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution, while the CRUA 27 QHD uses a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution.
It is the only pick here with a 90% DCI-P3 color gamut; the CRUA 27 QHD has a 120% sRGB color gamut instead. You also get a white borderless design and a Reader Mode. At 4K, check that your graphics card and cable support 4K at the refresh rate you want before you buy.
Its price falls between the CRUA 27 QHD and the MPG 321URXW, based on our last check. Buyers who need a confirmed refresh rate should compare it with the CRUA 27 QHD, which offers 240Hz.
Key dimensions & specs
- Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: IPS
- HDR: HDR10
- Color gamut: 90% DCI-P3
Pros
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 90% DCI-P3 colour coverage
- White borderless design
Cons
- HDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification
- No published refresh rate
- Screen size trails the MPG 321URXW (31.5 inches)
Largest Screen Size3 of 3
MSI MPG 321URXW QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
MSI's MPG 321URXW is a 31.5-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz with 99% DCI-P3 coverage.
Best for
- Buyers who put screen size first.
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 32-inch step up from the 272URX. Its 31.5 inches screen size is the largest here; the CRUA 27 QHD comes next at 27 inches. It shares a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution with the 27US500; the CRUA 27 QHD goes with a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution.
A QD-OLED panel is unique to it among these picks, while the 27US500 uses an IPS panel. A 99% DCI-P3 color gamut is unique to it among these picks, while the 27US500 uses a 90% DCI-P3 color gamut. You also get up to 1000 nits peak brightness, a white finish and an HDMI 2.1 input.
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. At our last price check it topped the group, with the 27US500 the nearest cheaper option.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size: 31.5 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
- Costs more than the CRUA 27 QHD at the time of writing
How We Chose These White Monitors
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- What we compared
- We set side by side three 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 3, from the CRUA 27 QHD to the MPG 321URXW, state resolution, screen size and panel.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The 27US500 gives no refresh rate; the CRUA 27 QHD gives no HDR.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the CRUA 27 QHD ($150 to $250) to the MPG 321URXW ($500 to $1000).
What to Look for in a White Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Screen size
Here screen size runs from 27 inches on the 27US500 to 31.5 inches on the MPG 321URXW. Start with the MPG 321URXW if screen size decides it.
Panel
The CRUA 27 QHD and the 27US500 list IPS; the MPG 321URXW lists QD-OLED. Settle this first, then compare prices.
HDR
The 27US500 lists HDR10; the MPG 321URXW lists DisplayHDR True Black 400. Rule out the mismatches before looking at price.
Fit and compatibility
To see 240Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower. At 4K, check that your graphics card and cable support 4K at the refresh rate you want before you buy. 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 CRUA 27 QHD: built-in speakers. The 27US500: a Reader Mode. The MPG 321URXW: a white finish.
Match resolution to your graphics card
1080p suits entry and mid-range cards and high refresh rates. 1440p is the balance for most gaming PCs. 4K needs a high-end card to hold high frame rates.
Pick the resolution your card can drive before looking at refresh rate.
How to Choose a White Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build | CRUA 27 QHD | The lowest price of the group at our last check |
| Buyers who want white borderless design | 27US500 | A white borderless design |
| Buyers who put screen size first | MPG 321URXW | The largest screen size here (31.5 inches) |
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Key specs side by side
The MPG 321URXW leads on screen size at 31.5 inches, ahead of the CRUA 27 QHD at 27 inches. "Not listed" means the maker leaves that figure out.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRUA 27 QHD | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | IPS |
| 27US500 | Not listed | 3840x2160 (4K) | 27 inches | IPS |
| MPG 321URXW | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 31.5 inches | QD-OLED |
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By price at the time of writing
The CRUA 27 QHD was the lowest-priced pick and the MPG 321URXW the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $150 to $250 | CRUA 27 QHD, 27US500 |
| About $500 to $1000 | MPG 321URXW |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the CRUA 27 QHD compare with the MPG 321URXW on screen size?
The MPG 321URXW leads at 31.5 inches, with the CRUA 27 QHD at 27 inches.
What does the MPG 321URXW add over the CRUA 27 QHD?
On paper it adds screen size (31.5 inches against 27 inches). The CRUA 27 QHD was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
Why is the MPG 321URXW our Largest Screen Size pick?
It earns the label for the largest screen size here (31.5 inches). It suits anyone who put screen size first.
Do the CRUA 27 QHD and the 27US500 differ on resolution?
The CRUA 27 QHD uses 2560x1440 (1440p); the 27US500 and the MPG 321URXW use 3840x2160 (4K).
Will the 27US500 work with my setup?
At 4K, check that your graphics card and cable support 4K at the refresh rate you want before you buy. In this guide it ranks second of 3.
What extras do the CRUA 27 QHD and the 27US500 include?
The CRUA 27 QHD: HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs. The 27US500: a white borderless design. The MPG 321URXW: up to 1000 nits peak brightness.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the CRUA 27 QHD, chosen for the lowest price of the group at our last check. Look at the 27US500 for a white borderless design and the MPG 321URXW for the largest screen size here (31.5 inches) if those matter more to you.
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