We are a few days from 2021 and it is pretty much guaranteed that there are exciting and new monitors coming our way. We don’t have the complete details of these upcoming products yet, but we might be able to paint a better picture when CES 2021 comes around. We’ll list down some enticing prospects, plus we will take a look at monitor roadmaps by checking out the incoming panels slated for the new year.
New Monitor Panel Road Map 2020
We’ve gathered information on new panel types from several OEM manufacturers to give you an insight into what kinds of variants we can expect next year. Please remember that the dates indicated pertain to the start of panel mass production and not the release of the monitor.
That means that the actual release of the products is at least a month away, but that could extend up to a year depending on the module’s status. Some of the panels listed might have been scratched as well to make way for a better, more developed variant.
AU Optronics
AU Optronics is a dominant force in the panel manufacturing market since many brands use their gaming products. The company works on VA, IPS, and TN panels, and they have OEMs for budget monitors all the way to the high-end models such as the 4K 144Hz. The company also recently had a monopoly of the fast IPS category, but competitors have since caught up to it at the time of this writing.
AUO Mini LED Panels
| Panel Specs/Type | Monitors That Will Use It | Panel Production Date |
|---|---|---|
| 27-Inch 4K IPS Mini LED | Asus ProArt PA27UCX | Available Now |
| 32-Inch 4K IPS Mini LED | Asus ProArt PA32UCX | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 4K 144Hz IPS Mini LED | Asus ROG Swift PG27UQX | Q4 2019 |
| 32-Inch 4K 120Hz IPS Mini LED | Asus PA32UCG | Q2 2020 |
| 65" 4K 144Hz VA 1000-Zone FALD 2500 cd/m2 | ? | ? |
| 32 Inch 4K 144Hz IPS mini-LED HDR 1400, G-Sync Ultimate | Asus ROG Swift PG32UQX, Acer X32 | October 2020 |
AUO IPS Panels
| Panel Specs/Type | Monitors That Will Use It | Panel Production Date |
|---|---|---|
| 27-Inch 4K 144Hz HDR FreeSync | Acer Nitro XV273K Viotek GFI27QXA Nixeus NX-EDG274K | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 4K 144Hz HDR G-SYNC | Acer Predator XB273K | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 4K 144Hz 99% Adobe RGB HDR1000 576-zone FALD | Unknown | December 2020 |
| 24.5-Inch 1080p 165Hz 90% DCI-P3 HDR400 with Local Dimming | Unknown | January 2021 |
| 27-Inch 1080p 144Hz | ASUS VG279Q Acer VG271 LG 27GL650F | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1080p 144Hz G-SYNC | Acer XB273P | Available Now |
| 24.5-Inch 1080p 240Hz HDR 400 | Acer XV253Q X ($389) Acer XB253Q GX Acer XB253Q GZ Acer VG252Q X ASUS VG259QM Dell AW2521HF MSI MAG251RX Lenovo Y25-25 Acer XB253Q GW Pixio PX5H2 Aorus FI25F | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1080p 240Hz (GtG) FreeSync | ViewSonic XG270 AOC AG273FZE | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1080p 240Hz FreeSync HDR 400 | Acer Nitro XV273X Acer VG272 X Dell Alienware AW2720HF Acer XB273GX ASUS VG279QM (280Hz OC, ELMB-Sync) | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1080p 240Hz (GtG) G-SYNC/FreeSync Compatible | Acer Predator XB273 X | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz, 99% Adobe RGB | Acer XV272UX Acer XB273U GX (270Hz OC) | November 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz 95% DCI-P3 | Unknown | November 2020 |
| 32-Inch 1440p 240Hz, 99% Adobe RGB | Acer Predator XB323U GX | December 2020 |
| 32-Inch 1440p 165Hz HDR600 | Unknown | October 2020 |
| 32-Inch 4K 144Hz FALD | Unknown | Unknown |
| 32-Inch 1440p 240Hz, 99% Adobe RGB | Acer XB323U GX | December 2020 |
| 32-Inch 1440p 165Hz HDR600 | Unknown | December 2020 |
| 32-Inch 4K 144Hz FALD | Unknown | Unknown |
| 32-Inch 4K 144Hz HDR600 Adobe RGB | Unknown | December 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz 95% DCI-P3 | ASUS VG27AQL1A ASUS XG279Q Acer Nitro XV273U S Acer VG272UV Acer Predator XB273UGS | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz HDR 99% Adobe RGB | MSI MAG274QRF-QD | November 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz HDR600 Adobe RGB | Acer CP5271UV | Delayed/Unknown |
| 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz HDR600 95% DCI-P3 | Unknown | October 2020 |
| 32-Inch 4K 60Hz 99% Adobe RGB HDR1000 576-zone FALD | Unknown | December 2020 |
| 32-Inch 4K 60Hz 90% DCI-P3 DisplayHDR 400 | BenQ EW3280U | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 4K 95% DCI-P3 | Unknown | Q4 2020 |
| 27-Inch 4K 99% DCI-P3 | Unknown | December 2020 |
| 27-Inch 4K 95% DCI-P3 HDR1000 384-zone FALD | Unknown | Q1 2021 |
| 24-Inch 1920x1200 sRGB | Unknown | October 2020 |
| 30-Inch 2560x1080 90Hz sRGB | Unknown | October 2020 |
| 30-Inch 2560x1080 200Hz sRGB | Unknown | November 2020 |
| 30-Inch 2560x1080 200Hz 95% DCI-P3 | Unknown | Q1 2021 |
| 27-Inch 4K 99% Adobe RGB + 99% DCI-P3 | Unknown | Q1 2021 |
AUO VA Panels
| Panel Specs/Type | Monitors That Will Use It | Panel Production Date |
|---|---|---|
| 24-Inch 1080p 165Hz 1000R | Unknown | H1 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1080p 165Hz 1000R | Unknown | November 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1080p 200Hz | Unknown | Unknown |
| 27-Inch 1080p 240Hz | MSI MAG272RX | Unknown |
| 27-Inch 1080p 240Hz 1000R | Unknown | Q1 2021 |
| 27-Inch 1080p 240Hz 1500R | Unknown | Q1 2021 |
| 27-Inch 1080p 240Hz Curved | amsung C27RG5 AOC C27G2Z MSI MAG272CRX Philips 272M8CP AOC AG273FCZE | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz 1000R | Unknown | September 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz 1500R | Unknown | September 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz 1000R | Unknown | September 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz 1500R | Unknown | September 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz 1500R Curved | Unknown | May 2020 |
| 30-Inch 2560x1080 200Hz | Cooler Master GM219-30 MSI PAG301CR MSI MAG301CR Sceptre C305B-200UN | Available Now |
| 32-Inch 4K 144Hz 1000R | Unknown | Q2 2021 |
| 32-Inch 1080p 165Hz 1000R | Unknown | November 2020 |
| 32-Inch 1080p 240Hz 1000R | Unknown | December 2020 |
| 32-Inch 1080p 240Hz 1500R | Unknown | October 2020 |
| 32-Inch 1080p 240Hz 1500R Curved | AOC C32G2Z Philips 322M8CP | Q1 2020 |
| 32-Inch 1440p 165Hz 1000R | Unknown | Q4 2020 |
| 32-Inch 1440p 240Hz | Unknown | April 2020 |
| 32-Inch 1440p 240Hz 1000R | Unknown | April 2021 |
| 34-Inch 3440x1440 100Hz 1000R | Unknown | January/February 2021 |
| 34-Inch 3440x1440 100Hz 1500R | Unknown | December 2020 |
| 34-Inch 3440x1440 165Hz 1000R | Unknown | January 2021 |
| 34-Inch 3440x1440 165Hz 1500R | ASUS VG34VQL1B | December 2020 |
| 35-Inch3440x1440 120Hz FreeSync 2 HDR | Cooler Master GM219-35 | Q4 2019 |
| 35-Inch 3440x1440 200Hz FALD | Acer Predator X35 ASUS ROG Swift PG35VQ AOC AGON AG353UCG | Available Now |
| 43-Inch 4K 120Hz FreeSync 2 HDR | ASUS ROG Strix XG438Q | Available Now |
| 43-Inch 4K 144Hz FreeSync HDR1000 | Acer Predator CG437K Asus XG43UQ (?) ASUS PG43UQ (with DSC) | Available Now |
| 43-Inch 4K 144Hz HDR600 | Unknown | Q3 2019 |
| 65-Inch 4K 144Hz FALD-HDR | HP Omen X Emperium 65 Acer Predator 65 ASUS ROG Swift PG65UQ | Available Now |
AUO TN Panels
| Panel Specs/Type | Monitors That Will Use It | Panel Production Date |
|---|---|---|
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz G-SYNC | Lenovo Legion Y27GQ | Now Available |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz 1ms 90% DCI-P3, HDR, FreeSync 2 | HP Omen X 27 | Now Available |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz 90% DCI-P3, HDR, FreeSync 2 | AOC AG273QZ Lenovo Legion Y27GQ-25 | Now Available |
| 25-Inch 1080p 240Hz G-SYNC | Acer Predator XN253Q X | Now Available |
| 25-Inch 1080p 240Hz FreeSync | Acer Nitro XF252Q X | Now Available |
| 27-Inch 1080p 240Hz FreeSync | Acer Nitro XF272 X | Now Available |
BOE
BOE is less known in the new monitor industry, but they have a few aces up their sleeve that we should get excited about. The corporation is working on further developing their ADS or Advanced Super Dimension Switch panels which is their own take on IPS technology. An OLED competitor called BD Cell technology is also in the works
BOE IPS Panels
| Panel Specs/Type | Monitors That Will Use It | Panel Production Date |
|---|---|---|
| 23.8-Inch 1080p 240Hz | Unknown | October 2020 |
| 24-Inch 2560x1600 95% DCI-P3 | Unknown | Unknown |
| 25.7-Inch 2560x1080 | Unknown | September 2020 |
| 27-Inch 4K 1000-zone Mini-LED | Unknown | December 2020 |
| 27-Inch 4K 99% DCI-P3/Adobe RGB 83% Rec2020 | Unknown | September 2020 |
| 27-Inch 4K 99% DCI-P3/Adobe RGB 83% Rec2020 | Unknown | September 2020 |
| 27-Inch 4K 90% Rec2020 | Unknown | Q1 2021 |
| 27-Inch 4K 144Hz | Unknown | July 2021 |
| 27-Inch 1080p 360Hz | Unknown | February 2021 |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz | February 2021 | |
| 29-Inch 2560x1080 165Hz | Unknown | May 2021 |
| 29-Inch 3440x1440 | Unknown | May 2021 |
| 32-Inch 4K 4000-zone Mini-LED | Unknown | Q4 2021 |
| 32-Inch 4K 90% Rec2020 | Unknown | Unknown |
| 32-Inch 4K 144Hz | Unknown | January 2021 |
| 34-Inch 3440x1440 3000-zone Mini-LED | Unknown | Unknown |
| 34-Inch 2560x1080 165Hz | Unknown | April 2021 |
| 34-Inch 3440x1440 144Hz | Unknown | H2 2021 |
| 34-Inch 5120x2160 | Unknown | May 2021 |
| 39.7-Inch 5120x2160 (2500R) | Unknown | October 2021 |
Innolux
Innolux is another competitor in the IPS panel market which has steadily gained ground due to the rise in popularity of IPS models. Many of the affordable gaming monitors. The company aims to improve its screen specs this year with wider gamut coverage and faster pixel response times.
Innolux IPS Panels
| Panel Specs/Type | Monitors That Will Use It | Panel Production Date |
|---|---|---|
| 24-Inch 1080p 165Hz 90% DCI-P3 | Unknown | Q3 2020 |
| 24-Inch 1440p 60Hz sRGB | Unknown | Q3 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1080p 144Hz 90% DCI-P3 | Unknown | April 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1440 144Hz HDR 400 | Gigabyte Aorus AD27QD Gigabyte Aorus FI27Q | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1440p 60Hz sRGB | Unknown | Q2 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1440p 144Hz | ViewSonic VX2758-2KP-MHD | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1440p 144Hz HDR 400 | Acer VG271UP Acer XV272U | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz | Unknown | March 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz 95% DCI-P3 | Acer XB273U NV Acer XV272U KV | Unknown |
| 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz HDR | Pixio PX7 Prime BenQ EX2780Q | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz HDR400 | Razer Raptor 27 Gigabyte Aorus FI27Q-P | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz | Unknown | Q3 2020 |
| 28-Inch 4K 60Hz 90% DCI-P3 | Acer VG280K Acer CB282K ASUS VG289Q Philips 288E2A Philips 288E2E Samsung U28R550 | Available Now |
| 28-Inch 4K 120Hz/144Hz 90% DCI-P3 | Unknown | Q4 2020 |
| 28-Inch 4K 144Hz 98% DCI-P3 HDR600 HDMI 2.1 | Acer XV282K KV | Q1 2021 |
| 31.5-Inch 4K 60Hz 90% DCI-P3 | Unknown | Unknown |
| 31.5-Inch 4K 120Hz/144Hz 90% DCI-P3 | Unknown | June 2020 |
| 31.5-Inch 1440p 165Hz | Unknown | Q3 2020 |
| 31.5-Inch 1440p 165Hz 90% DCI-P3 HDR400 | Unknown | Q3 2020 |
| Megazone 31.5-Inch 4K 120Hz/144Hz HDR1000 94% DCI-P3 | Unknown | Q2 2020 |
| MiniLED 31.5-Inch 4K 120Hz/144Hz 1000-nits 95% BT 2020 | Unknown | Q3 2020 |
LG
LG’s main draw in PC monitors would be its Nano-IPS which provides wide gamut coverage, but it also makes OLED panels which unfortunately has not made it to PC displays yet. Another technology the company is developing is its Crystal Sound Display which emits sound through the screen instead of speakers. We first saw this tech on their high-end OLED TVs in recent years.
LG IPS
| Panel Specs/Type | Monitors That Will Use It | Panel Production Date |
|---|---|---|
| 24.5-Inch 1080p 240Hz 1ms | Unknown | Q3 2020 |
| 25-Inch 1920x1200 sRGB | Unknown | Unknown |
| 27-Inch 1080p 240Hz 1ms | Unknown | Q4 2019 |
| 27-Inch 2560x1440 144Hz sRGB G-SYNC compatible | LG 27GL83A | Now available |
| 31.5-Inch 4K HDR1000 BT2020 | Unknown | Q4 2019 |
| 31.5-Inch 1440p 165Hz | Unknown | N/A |
| 49-Inch 5120x1440 144Hz Curved | Unknown | Q4 2019 |
| 49-Inch 5120x1440 Curved | Dell U4919DW LG 49WL95 | Now Available |
Nano IPS
| Panel Specs/Type | Monitors That Will Use It | Panel Production Date |
|---|---|---|
| 32-Inch 4K 98% DCI-P3 HDR | LG 32UL950 | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 4K 98% DCI-P3 HDR | Unknown | Unknown |
| 34-Inch 5120×2160 HDR | LG 34WK95U MSI PS341WU | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1440p 144Hz 1ms | LG 27GL850 LG 27GL83A LG 27GN850 LG 27GN800 Dell S2721DGF (165Hz OC) Acer CP3271U (165Hz OC) Philips 275M1RZ HP Omen 27i Lenovo Legion Y27q-20 Eve Spectrum QHD 144Hz | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz 1ms NVIDIA G-SYNC | ViewSonic XG270QG | Available Now |
| 27-Inch 4K 144Hz 1ms HDR600 | Unknown | H2 2020 |
| 38-Inch 3840×1600 175Hz HDR400 G-SYNC Curved | LG 38GL950G Acer Predator X38 P | Available Now |
| 38-Inch 3840×1600 144Hz HDR600 FreeSync Curved | LG 38WN95C MSI MEG381CQR Acer XR383CKP | Available Now |
| 34-Inch 3440x1440 60Hz 98% DCI-P3 Flat-Screen | BenQ PD3420Q | Unknown |
| 34-Inch 3440×1440 144Hz HDR | LG 34GK950F | Available Now |
| 34-Inch 3440×1440 144Hz 1ms HDR400 | LG 34GN850 | Available Now |
| 34-Inch 3440×1440 180Hz OC 1ms HDR400 | Acer XR343CKP Acer X34 GS | Available Now |
| 34-Inch 3440×1440 200Hz G-SYNC 1ms HDR400 | Acer X34 S | Unknown |
| 34-Inch 3440×1440 120Hz G-SYNC | LG 34GK950G Dell AW3420DW | Now Available |
| 27-Inch 4K 144Hz 1ms, 98% DCI-P3, HDR600 real borderless | LG 27GN950 Eve Spectrum 4K 144Hz | Q1 2021 |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz 1ms, 98% DCI-P3, HDR600, real borderless | Dell Alienware AW2721D Eve Spectrum QHD 240Hz | Now Available |
| 31.5-Inch 4K, 99% DCI-P3, HDR1000, Mini-LED | Unknown | Q4 2020 |
| 31.5-Inch 4K 144Hz 98% DCI-P3 HDR1000 | Unknown | Q4 2021 |
| 31.5-Inch 8K Adobe RGB | Unknown | N/A |
| 40-Inch 5120x2160 98% DCI-P3 2500R | Unknown | Q1 2021 |
Samsung
Samsung is the top dog when it comes to curved VA or QLED panels with excellent colors, contrast, and HDR capabilities. The brand’s focus on the panel tech resulted in several successes, including some of the fastest and most eye-popping gaming monitors available now.
Samsung VA Panels
| Panel Specs/Type | Monitors That Will Use It | Panel Production Date |
|---|---|---|
| 24-Inch 1920x1200 HDR400 | Unknown | Unknown |
| 24-Inch 1920x1200 HDR600 | Unknown | Unknown |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz HDR400 1000R Curved | AOC AGON PD27 (Porsche Design) | Unknown |
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz HDR600 1000R Curved | Samsung Odyssey C27G75T | 13 July 2020 |
| 27-Inch 1440p HDR600 | Unknown | Unknown |
| 31.5-Inch 1440p 60Hz Curved | Unknown | Unknown |
| 31.5-Inch 1440p 165Hz FreeSync 2 HDR400 Curved | Dell S3220DGF | Available Now |
| 32-Inch 1440p 240Hz HDR600 1000R Curved | Samsung Odyssey C32G75T | 13 July 2020 |
| 32-Inch 4K 120Hz Curved | Unknown | Unknown |
| 32-Inch 4K 60Hz Curved | Samsung U32R590 MSI MAG321CURV Philips 328E1CA AOC CU32N2 AOC CU32V3 | Available Now |
| 34-Inch 3440x1440 144Hz 1000R | AOC CU34G3S MSI Artymis 343CQR Samsung C34G55T (165Hz OC) | December 2020 |
| 34-Inch 3440x1440 144Hz 1500R | MSI MAG342CQR | Unknown |
| 34-Inch 3440x1440 144Hz 1800R Curved | MSI Optix MPG341CQR | Available Now |
| 34-Inch 3440x1440 144Hz 1500R Curved | AOC CU34G2X Nixeus NX-EDG34S Viotek GNV34DBE Lenovo G34W-10 Philips 345M1CR MSI PAG343CQR Iiyama GB3466WQSU-B1 Cooler Master GM34-CF Monoprice Dark Matter Gigabyte G34WQC Acer Nitro XZ342CK P | Available Now |
| 43-Inch 3840x1200 120Hz Curved | Samsung C43J89 ASUS ROG Strix XG43VQ Monoprice CrystalPro | Available Now |
| 43.4-Inch 3840x1200 144Hz FreeSync 2 HDR Curved | Lenovo Legion Y44W Lenovo ThinkVision P44W | Available Now |
| 49-Inch 5120x1440 240Hz HDR1000 1000R Curved | Samsung Odyssey C49G95T | 13 July 2020 |
| 49-Inch 5120x1440 60Hz Curved | Philips 499P9H | Available Now |
| 49-Inch 5120x1440 120Hz Curved HDR1000 | Samsung CRG9 | Available Now |
| 49-Inch 5120x1440 120Hz Curved HDR400 | AOC AG493UCX | Available Now |
Sharp
Sharp is lesser-known in the monitor market, but its IPS products can be found in some Gigabyte monitors. The upcoming AORUS FI27Q-X 240Hz monitor surprisingly uses a Sharp IPS module, so you can tell that they have a future in this business.
Sharp IPS
| Panel Specs/Type | Monitors That Will Use It | Panel Production Date |
|---|---|---|
| 27-Inch 1440p 240Hz, 100% Adobe RGB, HDR400 | Gigabyte AORUS FI27Q-X | N/A |
| 27-Inch 1440p 170Hz, BGR layout | Gigabyte M27Q | Available Now |
Most Exciting New Monitor Releases from 2021
Many of the new monitor items in the charts above do not have official announcements yet, but we will publish them as soon as they are available. In the meantime, check out these exciting new products that will show up very soon. Save some money if you haven’t already since these new monitors could be your next best upgrade.
Asus HDMI 2.1 Monitors
Asus has three unnamed gaming monitors in the works that have HDMI 2.1 which is a highly-sought-after feature. HDMI 2.1 supports 4K at 120Hz, making these new variants suitable for next-gen consoles that have advertised the output format. The three models (27-inch, 32-inch, and 43-inch) were scheduled to release now, but it looks like they are delayed to Q1 next year.
Asus ROG Swift PG329Q
The Asus PG329Q takes the mantle of the very popular PG279Q and improves its capabilities with a bigger, more vibrant screen. This 175Hz model also advertises comprehensive gamut coverages, DisplayHDR 600 support, and compatibility with both VRR technologies. Its currently on sale for $700, but the holiday shopping spree ran the stocks dry at this time.
Asus ProArt PA32UCG
The Asus ProArt PA32UCG is a more capable version of the PA32UCX since it now has a 120Hz variable refresh rate. It also has a 1152-zone Mini-LED array combined with a calibrated IPS panel that enables DisplayHDR 1400 certification for incredible HDR performance. This model is set for a Q1 release next year, but we must warn you that it will cost an arm and a leg.
AOC AG323QCXE
The AOC AG323QCXE’s name sounds familiar, but the new AGON variant has some new tech involved in its specs. The monitor’s panel isn’t specified, but its preliminary specs include a 550 cd/m2 backlight and 91% DCI-P3 coverage. It will also come in a smaller 1080p variant named the AG23FXE but with slightly different color and backlight specs.
AOC CQ27G3S
The AOC CQ27G3S is particularly exciting since it is headlining the new G3 line up which will succeed the very prominent G2 monitors like the AOC 24G2. It’s a 27-inch model with a 1440p 165Hz VA screen that also comes with improved HDR performance.
Lenovo ThinkVision Creator Extreme P27
Lenovo is releasing a slew of ThinkVision USB-C monitors next year that will cater to the various needs of business users or professionals. However, their most exciting model is the ThinkVision Creator Extreme P27 which is an HDR1000 4K monitor that uses mini-LED technology. The prosumer USB-C monitor will arrive by April 2021 with a $2500 price tag.
MSI MEG381CQR
MSI is also releasing a bunch of gaming and prosumer monitors which even includes China-exclusive models, but we’re most curious about the MEG381CQR. It’s a 38-inch ultrawide gaming monitor with a 3840 x 1600 IPS panel, HDR600, and a new feature called Human Machine Interface. There isn’t a lot of details, but it is scheduled to drop by Q3 or Q4.
Philips 279P2MRX
Philips is pushing for the high-end prosumer monitor segment with the 279P2MRX for starters. The 4K IPS monitor also features a mini-LED backlight, but it has a whopping 2304 zones of local dimming and DisplayHDR 1400 certification. The wide gamut monitor’s release or pricing isn’t final yet, but expect it to be available when the other mini-LED monitor’s launch.
Philips 328M1R
The Philips 328M1R should be already available now, but it was delayed for next year since the company wanted to include HDMI 2.1 with it. The 4K 120Hz VA monitor is HDR 600 certified and is designed to work with AMD’s FreeSync technology.
Philips 392M7C
The Philips 392M7C is a peculiar new monitor since it uses a 39-inch 144Hz VA panel with a low 1920 x 1080 resolution. It looks like it is not made for desktop use since it will look pixelized at close range, so it might be a console gaming alternative to TVs. Pricing and availability are still forthcoming, but we do know that it has a 5000:1 contrast ratio, FreeSync, and 105% sRGB coverage.
ViewSonic Elite XG320U
We featured the ViewSonic Elite XG320U a few weeks ago but we’re still pretty excited about it since it’s one of the first few 32-inch 144Hz monitors to surface. It only comes certified for HDR 600, but its color coverage is advertised to reach 99% in Adobe RGB and it will offer HDMI 2.1. Pricing and availability aren’t available yet, so stay tuned for more information.
About the Author: 
Paolo is a gaming veteran since the golden days of Doom and Warcraft and has been building gaming systems for family, friends, and colleagues since his junior high years. High-performance monitors are one of his fixations and he believes that it’s every citizen’s right to enjoy one. He has gone through several pieces of hardware in pursuit of every bit of performance gain, much to the dismay of his wallet. He now works with Monitornerds to scrutinize the latest gear to create reviews that accentuate the seldom explained aspects of a PC monitor.
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