AOC Q27V4EA - 27 Inch QHD Monitor, 75Hz, 4ms, IPS, Adaptive Sync, Speakers, FlickerFree (2560x1440 @ 75Hz, 250cd/m², HDMI 1.4 x 1, DisplayPort 1.2 x 1 ), black

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There’s more than just panel size to think about, though – resolution is a key factor. For instance, while a 22in monitor with a Full HD resolution monitor will look pin-sharp, a 27in monitor with the same resolution will look softer and more pixellated due to the lower number of pixels per inch (PPI). To put that in numbers: a 22in Full HD (1,920 x 1,080) monitor equates to 100ppi, while a 32in Full HD panel is only 69ppi – 30% less. When we put the Q27P2CA through its paces, it produced a great set of results, indicating that the panel is colourful (max 134% sRGB coverage) and accurate (an average Delta E of 1.16 in sRGB mode). It’s bright and punchy, too – suitable for any working environment from well-lit kitchens to dingy makeshift offices. English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Russian, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese

That’s not to say that the Q27V4EA isn’t at all practical. I much prefer having the ports facing outwards along the rear of the panel as they are here rather than downwards, as it makes plugging in and unplugging cables so much easier.On the other hand, the AOC Q27V4EA has decent motion handling thanks to its 75Hz and the modernity of today’s IPS panels. You only have to use a moderate amount of overdrive to get rid of the minor persistence and smudging, which to be honest, only happens in contrasting transitions. It’s not an E-Sports monitor, but it is enjoyable for casual and online titles. Although it’s hard to say who started this particular trend, the Gigabyte G27QC was certainly one of the first gaming monitors to marry curved VA panel technology with a 2,560 x 1,440 resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate. The result, when paired with a good selection of ports and an astonishing price tag, is a sensational bit of kit. Finally, IPS/PLS screens generally have the best colour accuracy and viewing angles, but are also the most expensive, although the price gap between IPS/PLS, VA and TN has narrowed in recent years. If you want to get the best from HDR games and videos, then set your sights on higher certifications (600, 800 or 1,000) with local dimming technology – DisplayHDR 400 displays just don’t get bright enough to do HDR justice. The storage temperature shows the range from a minimum to a maximum temperature, within which storing of the display is considered to be safe.

The AOC Q27V4EA might not win any awards for its panel, then, but I’m happy to report that the monitor is good to work on. And with a 75Hz refresh rate, a low response time and generic adaptive sync support, it’s not bad for a bit of after-hours gaming, either. HDR: High dynamic range can have a huge impact on the colours and shades of your favourite game or movie. You’ll see a lot of 1440p gaming monitors with DisplayHDR 400 certifications (or similar) – this is the most basic form of HDR available. The number indicates the maximum brightness (in nits) of HDR content on the monitor in question.The Q27V4EA performed well on test, producing 88.7% of the sRGB colour gamut with minimal variation – meaning you’re seeing sRGB content as the creator intended. Contrast reached 850:1, which is par for the course where IPS panels are concerned, while luminance (brightness) peaked at 250cd/m² – good enough for any indoor environment. We’d also point out that this monitor refreshes at 75Hz with a 4ms response time (G2G), meaning it isn’t totally hopeless for gaming.