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Unbiased computer monitor reviews by Digital Trends’ expert reviewers, for those looking at everything from display tech to refresh rate. Compare by rating, aspect ratio, and more.

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Lenovo ThinkVision P49w-30 monitor front view showing screen and base.

Lenovo’s 49-inch ultrawide is absurdly wide — and pretty great

The Lenovo ThinkVision P49w-30 is an extreme example of the ultrawide monitor, and it's quite expensive. But its image quality and features are very good.
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9.

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 review: I want to buy it

MSI Modern MD271UL monitor front view showing display and stand.

This 27-inch 4K monitor is an awesome, affordable choice for creators

The MSI Modern MD271UL is confusing to configure, but once you get it right, it provides excellent colors, brightness, and contrast at an affordable price.
Dell UltraSharp 38 Curved USB-C Monitor front view.

This monster Dell monitor does everything well, except one crucial thing

The Dell UltraSharp 38 Curved USB-C monitor has a long name, but it's worth it with a ton of connectivity and convenience. If only the image quality was better.
Hogwarts Legacy running on the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8.

Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 review: great against all odds

Arriving a year late and $500 more expensive than the competition, the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 seemed doomed to fail. But it still stands out against all odds.
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Lenovo Y32p-30.

The Lenovo Legion Y32p-30 is (almost) the perfect 4K gaming monitor

The Lenovo Y32p-30 doesn't stand out with OLED, mini-LED, or an insane refresh rate. But it has the right balance of features most gamers a looking for.
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the LG UltraGear OLED 45.

LG UltraGear OLED 45 (45GR95QE-B) review: let’s get immersed

The LG UltraGear OLED 45 provides one of the most immersive gaming experiences money can buy, but it's not great for desktop use.
Forza Horizon 5 running on the Asus ROG PG27AQDM.

Asus ROG Swift OLED (PG27AQDM) review: OLED meets brightness

Asus' take on an OLED gaming monitor is here in the PG27AQDM, and it does a lot to improve on previous OLED gaming monitors we've seen.
Overwatch 2 running on the Alienware 500Hz gaming monitor.

Alienware 500Hz gaming monitor review: for the pros only

Alienware's 500Hz gaming monitor may not be the right fit for most gamers, but for the most competitive players, it's the best esports monitor you can buy.
A lizard on the LG UltraGear OLED 27.

LG UltraGear OLED 27 review: the OLED revolution is here

LG is the first to hit the ground with a 27-inch OLED gaming monitor, and the despite the 27GR95QE-B being a pricey display, it impresses on every level.
Dell UltraSharp 43 4K USB-C Hub monitor front view showing display and stand.

Dell UltraSharp 43 4K USB-C Hub Monitor review: massive is the word

The Dell UltraSharp 43 4K USB-C Hub Monitor is a massive display that produces good, but not great images. It will fit some needs, but it needs lots of space.
Cyberpunk 2077 on the Cooler Master GP27Q monitor.

Cooler Master Tempest GP27Q review: a mini-LED wonder

The Cooler Master GP27Q is a showstopping gaming monitor that's rarely held back despite its relatively low price.
Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 with an HDR demo on screen.

Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 review: the gaming monitor to beat

Samsung's Odyssey Neo G8 marks a new milestone with a 240Hz, 4K panel. Its fantastic HDR performance and vibrant colors are just the cherries on top.
The LG DualUp monitor with a colorful wallpaper.

LG DualUp review: the ultimate dual-monitor setup?

Having a secondary vertical monitor has become more and more common, and the LG DualUp takes it a step further.
LG UltraGear 48 inch monitor with an HDR movie.

LG UltraGear 48-inch OLED review: a TV for your desk

LG's UltraGear 48-inch OLED gaming monitor begs an interesting question about what makes a monitor, a monitor. And thankfully, it provides a few answers.
Samsung M8 Smart Monitor with the Digital Trends logo.

Samsung M8 Smart Monitor review: the display ultimatum

The Samsung M8 is a TV and a monitor in a single screen, but its jack-of-all-trades approach isn't the best fit for everyone.
The Sony InZone M9 sitting next to a PlayStation 5.

Sony InZone M9 gaming monitor review: the ultimate PS5 HDR monitor?

If you're looking for a PS5 monitor, the Sony InZone M9 is an obvious choice. But its excellent HDR performance makes it ideal for PC gamers, too.
Corsair Xeneon 32 running Deep Rock Galactic.

Corsair Xeneon 32UHD144 review: A great gaming monitor, at a price

Corsair's first 4K gaming monitor impresses with excellent color due to the Quantum Dot layer, but HDR performance lags behind new monitors hitting the market.
Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor front angled view.

Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor review: Deep blacks, more power

Dell's updated UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor uses LG's IPS Black technology for higher contrast and pushes more power to laptops, with an excellent image.
Paint pouring over a cube on the MSI Optix MPG 32 QD.

MSI Optix MPG 32 QD review: Quantum dot elevates color

MSI's Optix MPG 32 QD is a marvel of a gaming monitor, combining cutting-edge display tech with the best and latest gaming features.
The Alienware QD-OLED monitor in front of a window.

Alienware 34 QD-OLED review: The final frontier

The Alienware 34 QD-OLED is the first QD-OLED gaming monitor -- and once you game in HDR with it, you won't want to go back.
The BenQ Mobiuz EX3410R monitor.

BenQ Mobiuz EX3410R monitor review: Pushing prices down

The BenQ EX3410R is a showcase of how far ultrawide gaming monitors have come, with a long list of premium features that help it punch above its budget price.
Guardians of the Galaxy on the Acer Predator X28.

Acer Predator X28 review: True G-Sync for under $1,000

The Acer Predator X28 is one of the few true G-Sync displays around, and it delivers great color. There are cheaper FreeSync alternatives, though.
Dying Light 2 on the HP Omen 27c.

HP Omen 27c review: The Goldilocks of gaming monitors

The HP Omen 27c is an excellent gaming monitor that ticks all of the boxes it should. There are a few minors issues, though, that make it feel less premium.
gigabyte m32u monitor review 4

Gigabyte M32U monitor review: 4K gaming without the fluff

The Gigabyte M32U sits in a class of its own with a 32-inch 4K panel capable of 144Hz. Screen size isn't everything when it comes to gaming displays, though.
Eve Spectrum 4K Gaming Monitor Cyberpunk

Eve Spectrum 4K monitor review: It exists, and it’s mighty good

Even though it's a bit late, Eve's Spectrum 4K might be one of the best gaming monitors money can buy.
Dell 32 4K USB-C Hub monitor sitting on desk next to plant and light.

Dell 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor review: Convenient 4K docking perfection

Dell's latest 32-inch 4K monitor offers excellent performance paired with highly practical USB-C hub connectivity, making it perfect for use with modern laptops.
Asus ROG Swift PG32UQX

Asus ROG Swift PG32UQX review: The ultimate HDR experience?

Asus' ROG Swift PG32UQX is an HDR lover's dream monitor, but with a price tag of $2,999, its flaws might be too severe to accept.
LG 27-inch monitor on a desk.

LG 27GN950 review: The perfect 4K gaming monitor, almost

LG's 27GN950 is a 4K gaming monitor that's surprisingly well-suited to graphic work thanks to a wide color gamut and accurate colors.
Asus ROG Swift monitor on a desk playing Destiny 2.

Asus ROG Swift 360Hz PG259QNR review: Only skill can save you now

Asus' ROG Swift 360Hz PG259QNR is a mind-bogglingly fast gaming monitor that gives you the assurance that your equipment is no longer holding you back.
lg 34gn850 b monitor review dsc02043

LG 34GN850-B review: The best ultrawide for $900, if you can find it

LG's 34GN850-B is a Nano-IPS ultrawide gaming monitor that comes with a 160 Hz refresh rate and colors good enough for professional photo editing.
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Lenovo G27c-10 Review: Fulfilling high-FPS dreams for $200

Lenovo's G27c-10 is a 27-inch curved gaming monitor with a 1080p VA panel and a 165 Hz refresh rate, which is a promising start for a great gaming experience.
Dell S2721QS

Dell S2721QS Review: A simple, elegant 4K monitor

Dell's S2721QS offers a sleek and elegant 4K monitor for the home office, but if you're looking for anything beyond the basics, there are better options.
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Lenovo Legion Y27q-20 monitor review: 1440p gaming done right

It's great time to upgrade to a high-resolution, high refresh rate gaming monitor. Is the Lenovo Legion Y27q-20 worth your money?

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Luke Larsen is a Senior Editor at Digital Trends and manages all content covering laptops, monitors, PC hardware, and everything else that plugs into a computer. Luke joined Digital Trends in 2017 as a native Portlander, happy to join a media company that called his city home. His obsession with technology is in observing the ebb and flow of how technological advancement and product design intersects with our day-to-day experience of it. From digging into the minute details to stepping back and seeing the wider trends, Luke revels in telling stories with tech.

Before working at DT, he worked as Tech Editor at Paste Magazine for over four years and has bylines at publications such as IGN and The Oregonian. When he’s not obsessing over what the best laptop is or how Apple can fix the Mac, Luke spends his time playing designer board games, quoting obscure Star Wars lines, and hanging with his family.