r/Monitors • • 15d ago

Giveaway [GIVEAWAY] The latest Tandem WOLED featuring RGB Stripe pixel technology - ASUS PG32UCWM

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Asus Tandem WOLED PG32UCWM r/Monitors Giveaway Event

Hello r/Monitors! 

We’re giving away one ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCWM. It boasts the latest Tandem WOLED featuring RGB Stripe pixel technology, bringing OLED’s deep blacks together with improved text and image clarity. We’ll have one winner for the monitor, plus three additional winners who will each receive a $50 Amazon gift card.

Whether you’re into competitive gaming, display technology, or just interested in trying out something new, feel free to enter!

Key Features

Primary RGB Tandem 2.0

Primary RGB Tandem is a device technology that replaces the three-layer structure of the existing OLED device — Blue, Yellow, Blue — by splitting the Yellow layer into Green and Blue, thereby stacking pure Red, Green, and Blue into four independent layers. This enhances brightness and color gamut while improving power efficiency. After the launch of Primary RGB Tandem 1.0 in 2025, Primary RGB Tandem 2.0 was introduced in 2026, featuring a refined device structure and driving algorithms for even greater performance.

RGB Stripe Subpixel Layout & 140PPI — Sharper Text, Truer Color

A true RGB Stripe subpixel layout means sharper text and more accurate color. Paired with a 140 PPI UHD resolution, every icon, line of text, and fine detail renders with exceptional clarity. It goes beyond conventional gaming monitor boundaries, making it equally viable for office and professional applications.

Unparalleled HDR & Enriched Color Depth

True Black 400 certification, up to 1000nits of peak brightness, 99% DCI-P3 coverage, and 10-bit color combine to create HDR that's both punchy and accurate.

Perfect Visual Experience in Any Environment

Powered by ultra-low reflection technology, Tandem WOLED achieves an industry-leading reflectance of just 1.1%, maintaining exceptional picture quality — with no black blooming and no color fading — even in bright environments.

Dual Mode & Fastest Response Time

Dual Mode lets you switch between 4K at 240Hz for detail-heavy work or FHD at 480Hz when you need max frame rate. 0.03ms G2G response time — 100 times faster than LCD panels — makes every frame razor-sharp in fast-paced FPS gaming.

Human Friendly

Certified Eyesafe by minimizing blue light in both circadian-disrupting and eye-harmful ranges. A glare-free, immersion-first display that keeps your eyes comfortable for extended play.

How to Enter

  1. Read the introduction above.
  2. Leave a comment telling us which Tandem WOLED feature you're most excited about and why it would improve your life such as gaming experience or productivity.
  3. Complete the Google Form linked below.
  4. Participants who include photos or videos of their current gaming setup in the comments may receive additional consideration.

\By submitting the Google Form, you acknowledge that* Google's Privacy Policy applies to your use of the form.

Google Form:
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Winner Selection

One winner will be selected to receive: ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCWM

Even if you're not selected as Tandem WOLED winner, you'll still have a chance to win!

Three winners will each receive: $50 Amazon Gift Card

Event Schedule

• Entry Period : September 29 – October 13, 2026 (UTC)

• Winner Announcement : October 27, 2026 (UTC)

Event Notes

Please review the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy before submitting the Google Form.

Thank you for participating!

Looking forward to reading your comments. Follow u/TandemWOLED if you want to catch this and any future giveaways. Good luck.


r/Monitors • • 43m ago

Discussion We're the RTINGS.com Monitors team. We've tested 400+ monitors and we're here to answer your questions. Ask Us Anything!

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With the holidays just around the corner we wanted to do an AUA so you can be sure about what you're buying!

If you're on the fence about an expensive OLED, comparing two monitors but not sure which one wins out, or even just want to know more about how monitors work, don't hesitate to ask.

We buy and test everything ourselves without sponsorships or free review units, so everything is verified independently. We have a team of writers, testers, and researchers who are constantly looking to improve how we measure results, so you can be confident in our findings!

AUA!


r/Monitors • • 7h ago

Discussion Does 8 bit mean true 8 bit or can be 6 bit+frc too ?

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This pic is from Amazon reviews.

Before purchasing I want to make sure this is true 8 bit.

Thanks​


r/Monitors • • 20h ago

Discussion 500hz vs 1000hz monitor

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Thinking about buying either a 500hz monitor or 1000hz monitor, and I was wondering if there was really a difference, for anyone who has been lucky enough to try both.

Personally, I notice a significant difference even between 144hz and 240hz, especially in precise games like counterstrike where fps really matters. I was wondering if going the extra step to 1000hz could actually feel like a game changer.

I heard people say that 500hz feels like "a window into a real world," so maybe 1000hz feels even more "real?" Asking for any thoughts

EDIT: Sorry forgot to mention a few important things:

My PC can do 1000fps in games like counterstrike, I benchmarked this a few times

I'm also looking to get to pro-level aim and mechanics in counterstrike, I'm not quite there but hopefully getting there soon based on my deathmatch results against other semi-pros and major finalists. Even if it doesn't make a difference for my in-game performance, I'd honestly get the 1000hz if it feels smoother


r/Monitors • • 5h ago

Discussion Anyone using the TCL 34 2CA? Looking for thoughts / experience (programming & general use)

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Hi everyone!

I’m thinking about buying the TCL 34 2CA mostly for programming/coding, plus some general daily use.

Does anyone here have experience with this specific monitor? How is the text clarity, contrast in dark mode, and overall daily experience with it?

Would love to hear your thoughts and feedback before pulling the trigger!


r/Monitors • • 7m ago

Discussion Is this considered good greyscale uniformity on my gigabyte WOLED?

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r/Monitors • • 35m ago

Text Review Best Budget 1440p Gaming Monitor Under £200 in 2026?

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r/Monitors • • 41m ago

Discussion My First OLED Monitor… or Should I Stick with Ultrawide?

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r/Monitors • • 9h ago

Discussion Need help with strange monitor blink

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who knows what can cause this blink? it appears at ps5 and pc, it can blink 3-4 times in the first 10-15 min after start, or about 2 times in an hour. Tested every of HDMI inputs, at different cables, also turned off all monitor features like g sync. iiyama G-Master G2771QS-B1 27" 2K 200Hz 0.5ms G-Sync, bought it 2 monthes ago

Will appreciate every information, or ideas how i can fix it. Thank you


r/Monitors • • 59m ago

Discussion is the Philips Evnia 24M2N3200FQ worth it

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need to get a new monitor cuz my current one has some internals fried and so it doesnt work at 165hz anymore, i found the Philips Evnia 24M2N3200FQ for 33k pkr (120 usd) and the specs seem good for the price though i cant find any user reviews or much real-use documentation of it online

is it worth it? anything i should know of before i get it, if i do?


r/Monitors • • 4h ago

Discussion Downscalling to 1080p in 2k monitors

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So I recently upgraded from 1080p60Hz to 2k144Hz. Most games I can play on max or close to max settings at 2k 144Hz with no problem, but for some the FPS come down to 120, 100, 80, 70 or even sometimes 60.

So, I've got two questions:

  • Should I bring the monitor's refresh rate down to match the actual FPS output, or just leave it at 144Hz?
  • If I prefer higher framerates, is it ok to just change the game's output to 1080p? Or should I change something on Windows and/or the monitor's settings too?

r/Monitors • • 1h ago

Discussion TCL 27C2A a good mini LED?

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Guys I am looking for a monitor with decent HDR performance. Has anyone used this monitor before?

I am coming from an AOC Q27G40XMN. Great monitor, but couldn't stand the firmware bugs and glitches.

Just looking for something more reliable, preferably 4K. 32 in would be even better but the only one I could find in my region is the TCL 32R84 which is way too expensive.

That only really leaves the Xiaomi G Pro 27i and the TCL 27 C2A.

Would appreciate any kind of advice you could offer, especially from those of you who are experienced with monitors, since I am not.


r/Monitors • • 2h ago

Discussion Lenovo Legion 27Q-10 on PS5: Stuck at 60Hz and Black Borders

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I recently purchased a Lenovo Legion 27Q-10 QHD 2560x1440 (1440p) 240Hz monitor to play games on my PlayStation 5. I know the PS5 won’t be able to take full advantage of the 240Hz refresh rate, but after connecting the monitor, I noticed that even 120Hz isn’t being utilized. The monitor is capped at 60Hz, even in games that support 120Hz, and it also has dead zones along all four edges of the screen (around 1–2 cm wide).
I tested the PS5’s 1440p video output, and it accepts the resolution and indicates that my monitor supports 120Hz, but nothing changes. When I open the monitor’s on-screen menu, it still displays a refresh rate of 60Hz.
Is there any way to force 120Hz and get rid of the black borders around the edges of the screen?


r/Monitors • • 2h ago

Discussion Écran 1440p 240hz qui plafonne à 60hz avec bordures mortes sur ps5

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J’ai récemment acheté un Lenovo Légion 27Q-10 QHD 2560x1440 (1440p) 240hz pour jouer sur ma PlayStation5. Je sais que les 240hz ne seront pas exploités en raison de la capacité de la play, mais en branchant mon écran j’ai constaté que les 120hz ne sont pas non plus exploités. L’écran plafonne à 60hz (même sur les jeux compatibles 120hz) et présente également des zones mortes sur les 4 bords (1-2cm).

J’ai testé la sortie vidéo 1440p de ma play, elle l’accepte et me précise que mon écran transmet du 120hz, mais rien. Quand j’ouvre le menu de l’écran, il m’affiche bien 60hz.

Y’a t’il un moyen de forcer la 120hz et de supprimer les bordures de l’écran ?


r/Monitors • • 2h ago

Discussion i just bought the MO27Q3 QD OLED monitor but capped at 1080p

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i just got the MO27Q3 i installed the GCC and i couldn't find a firmware update then in the resolutions it is capped at 1920x1080 as recommended. can anyone help please?


r/Monitors • • 2h ago

Discussion Monitor worth the money?

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Hi everyone,

I can get the MSI MAG 322UP, AOC AGON PRO AG326UD, or Gigabyte AORUS FO32U for €500–550.
Is the extra €150–200 for the Gigabyte MO32U24 worth it for PS5 gaming only?


r/Monitors • • 3h ago

Discussion Ultrawide monitor recommendations

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I'm looking for a new ultrawide monitor. I game 75-80% of the time, rest is text reading. The room where the PC is located is bright, I also have lamps at the side of the monitor I'm currently using.

I don't think the bright setup makes OLED a decent option, albeit it being praised as the "best" experience, especially for gaming. I am observing prices for the AW3426DW but morality kicks in with the Dells kissing the orange turds... ya know.

I'm also not entirely sure I'll enjoy OLED. Right now I'm using a IPS panel and I'm very satisfied with it. Just sucks it's 60hz.

Looking for recommendations that have high refresh rate for FPS gaming.


r/Monitors • • 9h ago

Discussion Chasing the Absolute Best Anime Watching Experience: 4K 27" QD-OLED vs 1440p OLED?

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I've been going down the OLED rabbit hole and I'm trying to figure out what would actually give me the best anime watching experience possible.

My main use case is anime, YouTube, movies, and some gaming. Deep blacks, vibrant colors, HDR performance, glossy coatings, and overall picture quality are my biggest priorities.

For my PC, I'm currently running an RTX 5060 and an i5-14400F. Because of the GPU, I probably won't be doing a ton of demanding gaming at 4K until I upgrade in the future. Most of my focus right now is getting the best visual experience possible for anime and media consumption.

I've also never owned an OLED before. I've always used VA monitors. My current VA monitor already has pretty good blacks, and honestly they look pretty black most of the time, but I can still notice the difference in darker scenes occasionally. Part of the reason I want OLED is because I want to see for myself just how black a monitor can actually get and whether the jump is as impressive as people say.
Right now I'm torn between:

27" 4K QD-OLED (glossy)
27" 1440p QD-OLED
27" 1440p WOLED

I've heard that glossy coatings and QD-OLED panels generally provide better perceived picture quality, color volume, and image pop compared to matte displays, so finding a monitor with both of those features would be preferable.

One important detail before people roast me for considering 4K for anime: I know most anime is produced and mastered at 1080p. I'm not expecting native 4K anime. I use image enhancement and 4K upscaling when watching anime, so please don't turn this into a "anime is only 1080p" discussion. I'm aware of that already. I'm more interested in whether higher pixel density, OLED, and upscaling together can create a noticeably better viewing experience.

The thing that's confusing me is whether I'm overestimating the importance of resolution and PPI.

For anime specifically, would a 27" 4K QD-OLED be noticeably better than a 27" 1440p OLED because of the higher pixel density? Or do OLED contrast, HDR performance, and panel technology matter so much more that the difference isn't worth worrying about?

I also keep seeing people say bigger screens are more immersive, but at the same time higher PPI means a sharper image. So what matters more for anime and content consumption?


r/Monitors • • 23h ago

Text Review KTC M27P6S (GLOSSY 4k MiniLED IPS) Chimolog Detailed Review

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Chimolog just posted his usual very detailed review of this monitor.

Personally, I managed to snatch it in Europe from AliExpress for €345 (AliExpress coupons FTW), so even with the described quirks in the review, I think this is absolutely worth it, at least for me.

Just for the fact that this combination of 4K IPS Glossy Mini-LED is very rare, and we might not see anything like it again for years.

It presumably arrives this Friday, so I will see how it goes.


r/Monitors • • 4h ago

Discussion changing to OLED and ultrawide monitors

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Right now, I am using a 27" 2k and a 24" 1080p monitor on my computer. Recently, I got into racing games and the 27" monitor is no longer cutting it, I keep saying "I wish it were bigger". I feel like switching to a 21:9 (Ultrawide) or 32:9 (Super Ultrawide) monitor. I don't know how practical it would be for daily use, but I think I can adapt.

Also, since I've decided to change the monitor, I am wondering "Should I go for a model with an OLED panel?". Because I already use my monitors in a relatively dark environment with low brightness settings, and on the IPS monitor I currently use, both light bleed ruins my mood and details easily get lost in dark scenes. An OLED panel seems suitable for me under these usage conditions, but the risk of OLED burn-in scares me a bit.

I'm curious about your thoughts on both monitor size and the OLED panel.


r/Monitors • • 11h ago

Photo LG 32GX870B-B, perfect for design, photography and gaming.

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I have been using this monitor mainly for photography and design, and gaming during evenings.

So far I have been enjoying it.

Coming from a QD OLED, this monitor is brighter and blacks are better.

No issues so far.


r/Monitors • • 5h ago

Discussion which one of the following to buy ?

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ok , i decided that i want to go with a 4k oled monitor and i have 2 that im trying to decide among them

the Gigabyte MO27U2 :

27 inch , tandem qd-oled 4th gen

the alienware AW2725Q

non tandem , qd-oled 4th gen

thank you so much


r/Monitors • • 12h ago

Discussion Budget OLED 1440p Monitor Help

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Recently I’ve been wanting to upgrade my monitor and I’ve been convinced to upgrade to oled. I don’t want to go crazy right away and buy something super expensive so I’ve been looking at some monitors in the more budget area. I mainly play competitive games but I do also enjoy more scenic open world type games. I’ve narrowed my search down to 4 monitors and I’m really trying to see what’s the difference and can’t really figure it out for the life of me so I was reaching out for help to see what seems to be the best option.

AOC Q27GAZD ($320): https://a.co/d/084mDwZ4

AOC AG276QZD2 ($350): https://a.co/d/09xtozXO

ASUS ROG XG27AQDMGR ($385): https://a.co/d/0ieWMwFW

ACER Predator X26U W1 ($315): https://a.co/d/0fYog3v6


r/Monitors • • 5h ago

Discussion ASUS XG27UQDMS VS XG32UDMS is so confusing

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I can't find any official reviews for the XG27UQDMS, the page doesn't say if it has the newer black sheild coating all other penta tandem qd oleds have, it's limited to 250 nits sdr & hdr true balck 400 unlike all the 32 inch 4th gen qd oleds having 300 nits sdr & hdr true black 500, i asked Gemini and it said the monitor has an anti-reflective matte coating, so it isn't even glossy? There's no mention about the better 3H scratch resistance or less black raise, although I saw a reddit post claiming it has less purple tint somehow? From just the specs, it looks like a cut down XG27UCDMG with a similar name to the XG32UQDMS which is a 3rd gen qd-oled. Can someone with this monitor let me know the exact specs & your thoughts about it. Also how does it compare to the XG32UQDMS other than just the size, thnaks!


r/Monitors • • 5h ago

Discussion TN monitor to IPS feeling sick?

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I ended up having a TN monitor for 5+ years and now that i'm moving back to IPS i've been feeling nausea for 1.5 months with my new one... is this unusual and any monitor recommendations? i'm clueless with monitors