I'm upgrading my PC soon and want to replace my current monitor with a 27-inch 1440p display running at 165Hz or higher. Most of my budget is going toward the new PC, so I'm hoping to spend around €300 or less. It doesn't need to be OLED—I'm mainly looking for something with good image quality, smooth gaming performance, and decent reliability.
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The AOC Q27G4XD is worth checking out if you can find it on sale or refurbished. It’s a 27-inch IPS display with 1440p resolution, 180Hz refresh, and HDR. It doesn’t have built-in speakers, but I found one for about €150 and it was a great deal.
OLED would look better, but it’s generally outside this budget. For around €300 or less, a good IPS monitor is likely the better balance of image quality, refresh rate, and price.
Check local sales and compare models available in your country. Once you find a monitor with the right resolution and refresh rate, look up a few independent reviews to check for issues like poor motion handling, backlight bleed, or a weak stand.
KTC has some affordable options. A 32-inch curved 1440p model with 165Hz has worked well for me, and the 180Hz version was selling for around €190. The Iiyama G-Master Red Eagle is another solid choice if you prefer 27 inches; the 144Hz version can sometimes be found near €160.
I’d definitely consider OLED if it were cheaper, but most of the models I’ve seen are well beyond my budget.