I'm planning to surprise my boyfriend with a new monitor for his PC as a birthday gift. However, I'm feeling a bit lost on what to consider when shopping for one. What are the top brands I should be looking at, and are there any compatibility issues I need to keep in mind? He primarily plays games like Path of Exile and League of Legends, so I'd love some guidance on this!
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First, do you know if he has any space limitations for the new monitor? It might help to measure his current screen size diagonally, too. I'd suggest looking into 27-inch, 1440p, IPS monitors with at least a 144Hz refresh rate for gaming. Those specs are generally a sweet spot for most gamers! If you find out what he’s currently using, that’ll help narrow down the options.

He has two older 24-inch monitors, and he's mentioned they're not great anymore. The goal is definitely to upgrade his experience for those long gaming sessions, especially when new patches drop. Appreciate the advice!