How to choose the best gaming monitor?

A gaming monitor can have a huge impact on your gaming experience. But with so many options, it can be hard to make the right choice. In this guide, you'll learn what to look for when buying a gaming monitor.

1. Refresh rate: How many Hz do you need?

The refresh rate determines how often the screen refreshes per second. The higher the refresh rate, the smoother the images.

  • 60Hz: Basic level, fine for casual gaming.
  • 120Hz - 144Hz: The best choice for most gamers.
  • 240Hz - 360Hz: Only needed for e-sports and competitive gaming.

2. Resolution: 1080p, 1440p or 4K?

The resolution determines the sharpness of your image. Higher is better, but it also requires a more powerful PC.

  • 1080p (Full HD): Good for competitive gamers.
  • 1440p (QHD): The ideal balance between performance and image quality.
  • 4K (UHD): Best picture quality, but requires a powerful GPU.

3. Panel Types: IPS vs. VA vs. TN

Panel technology affects color rendering and response time.

Panel type Color quality Response speed Contrast
IPS Excellent Average (4-5ms) Good
VA Good Medium (4-8ms) Excellent
TN Moderate Excellent (1ms) Bad


4. Connections: HDMI, DisplayPort or USB-C?

Which connection you need depends on your gaming setup.

  • HDMI 2.1: Ideal for next-gen consoles.
  • DisplayPort 1.4: Best for PC gaming with high refresh rates.
  • USB-C: Useful for laptops and docking stations.

Conclusion: Which gaming monitor suits you?

When choosing a gaming monitor, you should consider refresh rate, resolution, panel type and connections . Check out our best gaming monitors to make the right choice.

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