How to choose a gaming monitor
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Match size and resolution
1920 × 1080 looks sharp at around 24 inches. At 27 inches and above, 2560 × 1440 is the more common choice because individual pixels are harder to see.
A 34-inch ultrawide such as a 3440 × 1440 screen gives you more side-to-side space, but not every game supports that shape well.
Refresh rate only helps if your PC keeps up
A 240 Hz screen shows up to 240 frames per second, but your graphics card has to produce them. Check what your PC can reach in the games you play before paying for more.
Going to a higher resolution also makes your graphics card work harder, so the two choices are linked.
Know the panel types
OLED panels have very deep blacks and fast response, but cost more and can be at risk of burn-in from static images. IPS panels are known for consistent colour from different angles. VA panels offer strong contrast and are common on curved screens.
Check the port you'll use
The top refresh rate can depend on the cable. Acer lists the Nitro XV272U at 180 Hz over DisplayPort and 144 Hz over HDMI, and AOC lists the 24G2SP at 165 Hz and 144 Hz.
