Updated Jun 17, 2024 at 03:46 pm
By Nicholas Di Giovanni
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One of the most common resolutions withmonitors is 1440p, as these displays are availablefor a variety of uses; you can learn more about their benefitshere. They tend to includegaming features like high refresh rates and VRR support, and they can also include productivity features like ergonomic stands and USB hubs. While many 1440p monitors are focused on gaming, you can still use them for simple office use, so there's no perfect solution for everyone.
The most common size for a 1440p display is 27 inches,but you can still find them with larger 32-inch screens. They're available at different price points, with the highest-end models having the most features. Once you know your budget, consider the monitor's performance for what you need; for example, high peak brightness and wide viewing angles are useful for office use, while sharp motion and low input lag are important for gaming.
We've bought and tested more than 315 monitors, and below are our recommendations for the best 2k monitors available to buy. Check out our picks for thebest 1440p 144Hz monitors, thebest 1440p gaming monitors, or, if you want a higher resolution, the best 4k monitors.
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Best 1440p Monitor
Gigabyte AORUS FO27Q3 56
PC Gaming
9.2
Console Gaming
9.1
Office
7.8
Editing
9.0
Performance Usages: Brightness
7.0
Response Time
9.9
HDR Picture
9.5
SDR Picture
10
Color Accuracy
9.2
Size
27"Pixel Type
QD-OLEDMax Refresh Rate
360 HzNative Resolution
2560 x 1440See AlsoWhat Is QHD Resolution?Screen Resolution Sizes - What is HD, FHD, QHD, UHD, 4K, 5K & 8KWhat Is 1440p Resolution? What You Need to Know About QHDSee all our test results
The best 1440p monitor we've tested is the Gigabyte AORUS FO27Q3.It's an excellent overall monitor that's focused on gaming, as it offers a high 360Hz refresh rate and fantastic motion handling, so there's minimal motion blur with fast-moving objects. On top of that, it delivers stunning picture quality thanks to its QD-OLED panel. It displaysdeep blacks without blooming, and HDR also looks excellent as it gets bright enough to make highlights pop and for colors to look vivid.
Even in SDR, it offers incredibly accurate colors in its dedicated sRGB mode, and the image remains accurate no matter where you view it from, thanks to its wide viewing angles. It also comes with an ergonomic stand, so it's easy to place in an ideal position, and it has a KVM switch that makes it easy to multitask with different computers.Unfortunately, there are some downsides to using an OLED as it's prone toburn-inwhen exposed to the same static elements over time, which can be problematic if you havethe taskbar or icons on the screen all day. However, this is less of a concern if you use it for varied stuff, like if you aren't always doing the same thing.
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Best Upper Mid-Range 1440p Monitor
LG 27GR95QE-B 45
PC Gaming
8.8
Console Gaming
8.8
Office
7.2
Editing
8.6
Performance Usages: Brightness
6.2
Response Time
9.3
HDR Picture
8.7
SDR Picture
9.9
Color Accuracy
8.8
Size
27"Pixel Type
OLEDMax Refresh Rate
240 HzNative Resolution
2560 x 1440See all our test results
If you don't need the premium picture quality of the Gigabyte AORUS FO27Q3,or if you simply prefer something cheaper,check out the LG 27GR95QE-B. It's an OLED like the Gigabyte, but the difference is that it uses a WOLED panel and not a QD-OLED, meaning it doesn't display the same bright highlights. It also has a lower 240Hz refresh rate, but that doesn't make much of a difference unless you're a competitive gamer who needs the highest refresh rate. Besides that, the LG still offers great performance and picture quality, as it displays deep and inky blacks, which is ideal if you want something for watching content in dark rooms.
Although it doesn't get bright enough to fight a lot of intense glare, it still has fantastic reflection handling that reduces glare really well. That said, you can also look into the newer LG 27GS95QE-B if you want something brighter, but it costs more, so the 27GR95QE-B is still worth getting while you can find it for a lower cost.
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Best Budget 1440p Monitor
AOC Q27G3XMN 238
PC Gaming
8.2
Console Gaming
7.4
Office
7.7
Editing
7.9
Performance Usages: Brightness
8.3
Response Time
8.5
HDR Picture
8.0
SDR Picture
8.2
Color Accuracy
8.8
Size
27"Pixel Type
VAMax Refresh Rate
180 HzNative Resolution
2560 x 1440See all our test results
If you're on a tight budget, youcan find great value with the AOC Q27G3XMN. While there are mid-range options in between this monitor and the LG 27GR95QE-B in terms of cost, those options have worse picture quality than the AOC, so you're getting the best value with this model. It's different from the LG because it doesn't have an OLED panel, so it doesn't display the same deep and inky blacks; instead, it uses Mini LED backlighting to get extremely bright—even brighter than the LG. It also has a good local dimming feature to help it display deep blacks next to bright highlights, which is a nice touch for a budget-friendly display.
Besides that, it's mainly focused on gaming, as it has a 180Hz refresh rate and a quick response time. That said, it's still good if you want to use it for other tasks, as it has good text clarity and doesn't risk burn-in like the OLEDs above. It has fantastic accuracy before calibration, too, but there's an issue that causes a red tint at times, which only happens with certain settings.
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Best Cheap 1440p Monitor
Dell G2724D 396
PC Gaming
7.3
Console Gaming
7.1
Office
7.9
Editing
7.6
Performance Usages: Brightness
7.5
Response Time
7.8
HDR Picture
5.4
SDR Picture
7.2
Color Accuracy
8.9
Size
27"Pixel Type
IPSMax Refresh Rate
165 HzNative Resolution
2560 x 1440See all our test results
If you're looking for a cheap, entry-level 1440p monitor, the Dell G2724D is a goodoption. It often goes on sale, and you can also get it directly throughDell's websitefor a cheap price.It's a step-down model from the AOC Q27G3XMN because it doesn't have Mini LED backlighting, so it has much worse picture quality, as blacks look gray in the dark. However, that's what you have to expect froman entry-level monitor. It's still a reliable option for what it offers, as motion is sharp, and it also gets bright enough to fight glare in a well-lit room.
Otherwise, it's pretty limited in extra features, but that's the trade-off for a cheap model. If that's important for you, the Dell P2423D is a good alternative witha USB hub, but it's meant for office work, so it doesn't provide the same sharp motion for gaming.
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Notable Mentions
- ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM: The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM is comparable to the LG 27GR95QE-B as it uses the same 240Hz OLED panel. The main advantage of getting this is if you want a brighter screen, but it also costs more than the LG for minimal difference in performance otherwise. See our review
- LG 27GR83Q-B: The LG 27GR83Q-B is a mid-range 1440p monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate that's good for PC gaming. However, it has limited picture quality, so if that's important to you, you can get more value with the cheaper AOC Q27G3XMN. It has Mini LED backlighting, which the LG doesn't have. See our review
- Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0): The Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) has more features than the Dell G2724D, like a USB-C port and KVM switch, which is useful if you want something for productivity. That said, it costs more, so only consider it if you need those features. See our review
Recent Updates
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Jun 17, 2024: Replaced the Dell Alienware AW2725DF with the cheaper Gigabyte AORUS FO27Q3 and added the LG 27GR95QE-B as 'Best Upper Mid-Range' to reflect the current market. Removed the Dell Alienware AW2724DM and the LG 27GR83Q-B and added the AOC Q27G3XMN as the 'Best Budget' pick for consistency with other recommendations, as it offers great value for its cost. Renamed the Dell G2724D to the 'Best Cheap' pick and removed the Gigabyte GS27QC. Updated the Notable Mentions based on changes.
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Apr 18, 2024: Replaced the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM with the Dell Alienware AW2725DF as it has better performance. Replaced the LG 27GP850-B/27GP83B-B with the Dell Alienware AW2724DM for consistency with other articles. Replaced the Gigabyte M27Q P with the Dell G2724D because of availability. Updated the Notable Mentions based on changes.
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Feb 01, 2024: Replaced the Dell Alienware AW2723DF and the Dell S2722DGM with the LG 27GR83Q-B and the Gigabyte GS27QC for consistency with other articles; added the AOC Q27G3XMN to the Notable Mentions.
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Nov 30, 2023: Removed the ASUS ROG Swift PG279QM because it isn't representative of the scope of the article; added the Dell S2722DGM as the 'Best Cheap Monitor'; added the LG 27GR83Q-B to Notable Mentions.
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Oct 06, 2023: Replaced the Gigabyte M27Q with the Gigabyte M27Q P for consistency with other articles; added the Corsair XENEON 27QHD240 to Notable Mentions.
All Reviews
Our recommendations are based on what we think are the best 2k monitors currently available. They're adapted to be valid for most people in each price range. Rating is based on our review, factoring in price, and feedback from our visitors.
If you would prefer to make your own decision, here is the list of all of our 1440p monitorreviews. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. Most monitors are good enough to please most people, and the things we fault monitors on are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.
