AOC Q27V4EA - 27 Inch QHD Monitor, 75Hz, 4ms, IPS, Adaptive Sync, Speakers, FlickerFree (2560x1440 @ 75Hz, 250cd/m², HDMI 1.4 x 1, DisplayPort 1.2 x 1 ), black

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Throw in a USB 3 hub (replete with three USB-A ports) and an appealing, bezel-less design and you’re left in no doubt: this is the ultimate value gaming monitor. If you want something similarly well-specced but a bit smaller, we recommend BenQ’s 24in GW2485TC. It’s identical in every way apart from the screen size and the price tag, which is a tiny bit less. The Q27V4EA performed well on test, producing 88.7% of the sRGB colour gamut with minimal variation – meaning you’re seeing sRGB content as the creator intended. Contrast reached 850:1, which is par for the course where IPS panels are concerned, while luminance (brightness) peaked at 250cd/m² – good enough for any indoor environment. We’d also point out that this monitor refreshes at 75Hz with a 4ms response time (G2G), meaning it isn’t totally hopeless for gaming. If you want to get the best from HDR games and videos, then set your sights on higher certifications (600, 800 or 1,000) with local dimming technology – DisplayHDR 400 displays just don’t get bright enough to do HDR justice.

It’s generally accepted that 27in is the sweet spot for 1440p monitors, but anywhere down to 24in is also perfectly good for working or casual gaming. WQHD gaming monitors will almost always measure 27in across the diagonal. It’s simply a matter of preference and available space.Finally, IPS/PLS screens generally have the best colour accuracy and viewing angles, but are also the most expensive, although the price gap between IPS/PLS, VA and TN has narrowed in recent years. Display inputs: Most have an HDMI input, while others still rely on VGA (D-Sub) and DVI-D inputs. You might even find DisplayPort takes centre stage on the pricier models. That’s not to say that the Q27V4EA isn’t at all practical. I much prefer having the ports facing outwards along the rear of the panel as they are here rather than downwards, as it makes plugging in and unplugging cables so much easier. There’s more than just panel size to think about, though – resolution is a key factor. For instance, while a 22in monitor with a Full HD resolution monitor will look pin-sharp, a 27in monitor with the same resolution will look softer and more pixellated due to the lower number of pixels per inch (PPI). To put that in numbers: a 22in Full HD (1,920 x 1,080) monitor equates to 100ppi, while a 32in Full HD panel is only 69ppi – 30% less.

The operating humidity shows the acceptable level of humidity, in which the display will function flawlessly. It sets a lower and an upper humidity level for safe operation and is measured in percentage.There’s no doubt that a 1440p monitor is the best choice for most people, whether they intend to work or play on it. WQHD or QHD monitors are getting cheaper by the minute, and if you’re hoping to do some gaming, they – unlike 4K and ultrawide displays – don’t require an extraordinarily powerful GPU to make the most of them. Panel technology: As always, IPS LCD panels are the most common kind. IPS panels have decent contrast, great colours and viewing angles and generally higher response times. Some gaming manufacturers use nanoIPS variants with even better colours, though you will pay more for the privilege. On the other hand, the AOC Q27V4EA has decent motion handling thanks to its 75Hz and the modernity of today’s IPS panels. You only have to use a moderate amount of overdrive to get rid of the minor persistence and smudging, which to be honest, only happens in contrasting transitions. It’s not an E-Sports monitor, but it is enjoyable for casual and online titles.

The operating altitude shows the maximum admissible altitude, at which the display will function flawlessly. Above this level it might not operate properly and/or might seize to function.The ratio between the horizontal and the vertical side of the display. Some of the standard and widely used aspect ratios are 4:3, 5:4, 16:9 and 16:10. Otherwise, you’re looking for whichever ports you need the most, whether that’s HDMI, DisplayPort or even VGA. You’re more likely to find USB-C ports on monitors built for office work. Our monitor testing process involves a combination of real-world examination and in-depth panel performance tests. Once the monitor is set up, we can immediately assess things such as build quality, stand adjustability and the number/type of ports, comparing these things against other similar monitors to help inform our judgement. Ergonomics Information about the ergonomic functions - height adjustment, swivel angles, tilt angles, etc. VESA mount The stand included with the AOC Q27V4EA looks great, but it only offers tilt for adjustments. That’s fine in some cases, but you’d want some vertical adjustments as well if in case the display sits too low for you. You can opt for a cheap VESA mount to improve this characteristic, but that still adds cost even if you buy the lowest-priced VESA mount out there.