Introduction

If you’re in the market for a new monitor and have your eye on the growing range of OLED technology displays available, this guide will hopefully help you find the best OLED gaming monitors to buy in 2025 to suit your needs. We’ll run through at top level our top picks in each size category currently available, and provide a summary of each model along with any useful links where you can get further information, including our detailed reviews.

OLED Panels Pros and Cons

Mainstream OLED displays in traditional and sensible monitor sizes first appeared on the market last year in 2022, and there’s now a decent choice of size, manufacturer and price range available. This panel technology is mainly aimed at dynamic content uses like gaming, video and multimedia. They’ve got excellent, near-instant response times, offer high refresh rates with excellent motion clarity in gaming, and are also very well positioned to handle HDR games and video. The panels offer per-pixel level dimming so you avoid any issues with blooming or halos during HDR usage, as well as being able to individually turn pixels off to deliver true blacks and a basically infinite contrast ratio.

On the other hand they are less well suited to static content, with some challenges in text rendering caused by the somewhat unusual pixel layouts of the panels. The main challenge here though is around the risk of image retention and burn-in, so make sure you consider your usage carefully. You may want to check out our 5 Things to Know Before You Buy an OLED video too before you make your decision.

One key thing to keep in mind here that we will talk about in the recommendations is that there are two competing panel technologies being used here. WOLED from LG.Display and QD-OLED from Samsung. Each has it’s own slightly different performance characteristics and pros and cons, so you might need to consider your individual preference and uses before deciding which is right for you.

Having reviewed and used many of the OLED display options on the market, as well as carefully considering reviews and opinions from other well-established reviewers, we’ve picked out what we consider to be the best OLED gaming monitors you can buy right now in a range of different sizes. These are arranged in order of size below from smallest to largest.

Quick access:

Disclaimer: We may earn a commission if you purchase from our affiliate links in this review – TFTCentral is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Programme, an affiliate advertising programme designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.de, Amazon.ca and other Amazon stores worldwide. We also participate in a similar scheme for Overclockers.co.uk, Newegg, Bestbuy and some manufacturers.

---

27″ 1440p – Asus ROG Swift PG27AQDP

First up is the most popular size and form factor currently available, a 27” 16:9 aspect ratio display with a 2560 x 1440 resolution. There’s many manufacturers offering 27” models now and the vast majority of them offer a 1440p resolution and 240Hz refresh rate, being built around a WOLED technology panel from 2023. You will also find some 360Hz refresh rate models which use an alternative QD-OLED panel from 2024 as well.

These older panels have been surpassed by what we consider to be the best gaming OLED monitor you can currently buy, using an updated WOLED panel from 2024. That is the Asus ROG Swift PG27AQDP. This features the same 2560 x 1440 resolution, but has an even higher 480Hz refresh rate! It has amazing gaming performance, and Asus have also added useful features like ELMB (Extreme Low Motion Blur) and a VRR Anti-flicker technologies.

Key Specs

Spec	This screen
Size:	27″
Aspect Ratio:	16:9
Format:	Flat
Technology:	WOLED
Resolution:	2560 x 1440
Refresh Rate:	480Hz

Things we like

The 480Hz refresh rate along with the amazing response times of the WOLED panel delivers excellent motion clarity, improved frame rate support and other gaming experience improvements. Added extras like ELMB (aka BFI) that can be run up to 240Hz help to improve the motion clarity significantly if you have a lower-powered system, and are only made possible thanks to the high native refresh rate of the panel. It’s the fastest BFI implementation you can get on any OLED monitor today.

The panel also includes an updated sub-pixel structure that helps improve the text clarity compared with older 240Hz panels in this size, which makes it a more versatile monitor for all-round use. The screen is also backed by a very comprehensive set of OLED care options and a 3 year warranty which includes burn-in cover.

Things to keep in mind

This screen is gamer-focused obviously, but is missed some modern features you might find on other models like USB type-C connectivity, a KVM switch function, built in speakers and PiP/PbP support. If you are after any of those in particular, we’d recommend considering the MSI MPG 271QRX (buy it here) as an alternative option, and our previous recommendation in the 27″ market.

Summary

The PG27AQDP provides some extremely impressive performance and is currently the best overall gaming OLED monitor available we think. It won’t necessarily be for everyone, as others may prefer ultrawide formats or larger screen sizes, but we will provide recommendations for those below. If you’re after a 27″ OLED monitor, this would be our recommendation. You can read our full written review here, or watch our video review here for lots more information too.

Where to Buy

---

---

27″ 4K – Asus ROG Swift PG27UCDM

The new range of higher resolution 27″ OLED monitors has only started to appear recently in early 2025, with a couple of models available so far. We’ve reviewed the Asus ROG Swift PG27UCDM so far which is an excellent screen, and one we can certainly recommend. It has a 3840 x 2160 “4K” resolution which means a much higher pixel density (~166 PPI) than older 27″ OLED monitors. This leads to better text rendering and sharpness, and improved image detail in all situations. It can also natively support 4K devices like modern games consoles, and those who want to play highly detailed, graphically impressive game titles. It has a 240Hz refresh rate and includes Asus’s Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB) feature for gaming, along with modern features like Dolby Vision HDR support and a full-speed DisplayPort 2.1 connection.

Key Specs

Spec	This screen
Size:	27″
Aspect Ratio:	16:9
Format:	Flat
Technology:	QD-OLED
Resolution:	3840 x 2160 “4K”
Refresh Rate:	240Hz

Things we like

The higher pixel density offered here really helps to eliminate any lingering concerns with text clarity for the vast majority of users, providing a really sharp and clear image. Having the latest DisplayPort 2.1 connection means you can run the screen with an uncompressed video signal as well, and it’s really good to see Asus’ usual range of extras like ELMB, Dolby Vision, a fan-less design, anti-flicker settings and wide range of updated OLED Care features.

Things to keep in mind

Usual challenges apply for a QD-OLED technology panel when using it in a brightly lit room. You need to be mindful of your ambient lighting levels and position of light sources. We found the Dolby Vision HDR modes to be fairly dark too. Make sure you’ve got a powerful system if you want to try and game at 4K 240Hz, and you’ll need a modern graphics card with DP 2.1 UHBR20 support if you want to fully make use of that modern connection, although the screen of course still works fine on older DP 1.4 graphics cards too.

Summary

The PG27UCDM provides some extremely impressive performance, with a great feature set too, if you’re after a higher resolution OLED monitor. You can read our full written review here for lots more information too.

Where to Buy

---

32″ – Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDP

Having reviewed and tested loads of the 32″ 4K OLED monitors released in 2024, our current overall favourite is the Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDP. It’s built around an LG.Display WOLED technology panel and it’s got a 3840 x 2160 “4K” resolution and 240Hz refresh rate. One uncommon extra feature is it’s “dual-mode” support, allowing you to drop your resolution to 1080p but double your refresh rate to 480Hz. You can choose then between image detail and resolution, or frame rates and speed. We think this is a nice feature.

Key Specs

Spec	This screen
Size:	31.5″
Aspect Ratio:	16:9
Format:	Flat
Technology:	WOLED
Resolution:	3840 x 2160 “4K”
Refresh Rate:	240Hz (with 480Hz dual-mode)

Things we like

As ever the 240Hz refresh rate delivers excellent motion clarity and gaming experience, with the high pixel density and updated pixel structure providing a sharp, detailed and crisp image. Console support is also excellent on this screen. Asus have added quite a few extras as well including a USB type-C connection, KVM support, PiP/PbP modes and loads of gaming settings. This includes a Black Frame Insertion (BFI) function up to 120Hz for improving motion clarity in games.

Things to keep in mind

There are a couple of competing 32″ models which use this same panel and offer a slightly different feature set. Asus’ model is missing any integrated speakers and does not support hardware calibration unfortunately. The WOLED panel has a matte anti-glare coating finish which is a little grainy, but does handle reflections and glare better than glossier options.

Summary

The Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDP provides an excellent spec and range of features, backed by some impressive performance. You can read our full review for lots more information if needed.

Where to Buy

---

---

34″ Ultrawide – MSI MPG 341CQPX

If you want something a bit bigger, then there’s loads of different choices in the 34” ultrawide market. Our new pick in this size is the MSI MPG 341CQPX that was released in mid 2024. It uses a newer generation Samsung QD-OLED technology panel which offers a 240Hz refresh rate, instead of the 175Hz that has been available in this segment for a couple of years now. This offers improvements in gaming performance and sets it apart from previous models. MSI have also included the impressive feature set in line with their other 2024 monitors.

Key Specs

Spec	This screen
Size:	34″ ultrawide
Aspect Ratio:	21:9
Format:	1800R curvature
Technology:	QD-OLED
Resolution:	3440 x 1440
Refresh Rate:	240Hz

Things we like

The ultrawide format provides more desktop space for general and office uses than the 27″ models, and is also a popular choice for a lot of modern games that support ultrawide aspect ratios. There’s a load of added modern features like a USB type-C connection, KVM switch, PiP/PbP modes, a fan-less design and a great selection of OLED Care features. This sets it apart from many other 34″ ultrawide monitors on the market. We prefer this QD-OLED panel to the alternative, competing WOLED panel which might have the same 240Hz, but has an aggressive 800R curvature which we feel is too much in many situations.

Things to keep in mind

Being a QD-OLED panel, the sub-pixel layout and panel coating are different to the WOLED monitors on the market. Despite being a newer generation panel (we like to call this gen 2.5) than the first gen 175Hz panel from 2022, this screen still has the same pixel structure unfortunately and the text clarity is not as good as the 27″, 32″ and even 49″ QD-OLED panels. Unfortunately Samsung Display didn’t update the pixel structure even though it’s a newer, higher refresh rate panel produced this year.

The semi glossy screen coating provides a nice clean and clear image, looking better than the quite grainy WOLED matte coating. It handles reflections fairly well, better than a fully glossy coating at least, but doesn’t diffuse light sources as well so may not be as well suited to brightly lit rooms or locations where you have windows or lights facing the panel. The other drawback of QD-OLED panels is that in brighter rooms, the lack of a polarizer on the panel and the use of a Quantum Dot layer can cause blacks to look more greyish, reducing perceived contrast ratio. This is less apparent on WOLED panels.

Summary

The MPG 341CQPX is an excellent choice if you want a larger ultrawide format screen. You can watch our full detailed review for lots more information too.

Where to Buy

---

39″ Ultrawide – Asus ROG Swift PG39WCDM

If you want something a bit bigger in the ultrawide space, then there’s only a couple of models released so far. We’ve not actually had chance to test any of these yet, but we expect the performance of the Asus ROG Swift PG39WCDM to be very comparable to its 34” equivalent which we have reviewed. We know Asus’ gaming screens to be very solid, with a great feature set and overall performance so this is a safe bet if you want something a bit larger.

Key Specs

Spec	This screen
Size:	39″ ultrawide
Aspect Ratio:	21:9
Format:	800R curvature
Technology:	WOLED
Resolution:	3440 x 1440
Refresh Rate:	240Hz

Things we like

This model has a 3440 x 1440 resolution and a 240Hz refresh rate, now on a larger screen size which can increase immersion for gaming, or make it easier to view from a more distant position perhaps if you need to than the 34” models. It’s got an aggressive 800R curvature, again good for immersion but not as well suited to general and office uses. There’s a good feature set with USB-C, KVM switch, and also a BFI mode like Asus’s other models.

Things to keep in mind

The steep curvature isn’t to everyone’s liking and can be a bit more difficult for office applications. It also makes your viewing position and angle a bit more restrictive. The matte anti-glare coating of these WOLED panels is also not to everyone’s liking, being a little grainy in appearance but certainly doing better at handling reflections and glare than glossier options.

Summary

The ROG Swift PG39WCDM is a solid choice if you want a larger ultrawide format screen from a well-established brand, with an impressive feature set and spec.

Where to Buy

---

45″ Ultrawide – LG 45GX950A

If you want something a even bigger for added immersion in gaming and movies, then there are a few 45″ ultrawide models available. They’ve all been built around an older generation LG.Display WOLED panel with a 3440 x 1440 resolution and 240Hz refresh rate….until early 2025. LG Electronics have now released their UltraGear 45GX950A which is undoubtedly the best 45″ OLED monitor you can buy right now and is unique in its offering at the moment.

It has a much higher “5K2K” resolution of 5120 x 2160, giving a much better pixel density (~125PPI), image sharpness and clarity. This model also has a 165Hz refresh rate, and support for their “dual mode” function which allows you to use the screen at a lower 2560 x 1080 resolution but double your refresh rate to 330Hz if you want for certain faster-paced games.

Key Specs

Spec	This screen
Size:	45″ ultrawide
Aspect Ratio:	21:9
Format:	Curved 800R
Technology:	WOLED
Resolution:	5120 x 2160 “5K2K”
Refresh Rate:	165Hz (native) 330Hz (dual mode at 2560 x 1080)

Things we like

The massive resolution is great for desktop space, office applications and productivity. The higher pixel density (compared with older 45″ OLED monitors) along with an updated sub-pixel layout has improved text rendering a lot too. You’ve got native 4K support for PC and console gaming too, along with decent HDR performance (reaching ~1400 nits peak brightness), low input lag and a good range of features including USB type-C (with 90W power delivery), hardware calibration support, integrated speakers and a DTS sound headphone jack.

Things to keep in mind

Not everyone is going to enjoy the steep 800R curvature of this screen, although we found that on a screen as large of this it is surprising how quickly you do get used to it. It’s comfortable for office work and gaming, but you will need to be using it from a head on, close up viewing position. If you are concerned about the curve or have tried it (on a screen this size) in the past and didn’t like it, LG Electronics are also planning to release a bendable version (the 45GX990A) later in the year – you can keep a track on news and availability for that model here.

We were disappointed that LG didn’t include a full-speed UHBR20 DisplayPort 2.1 connection, instead opting for a UHBR13.5 which doesn’t really offer any advantages and still requires DSC to power the 5K2K @ 165Hz spec.

Summary

The LG 45GX950A provides a nice large screen, high resolution and excellent all round experience. You can watch our full detailed review for lots more information too.

Where to Buy

---

---

49″ Super Ultrawide – Samsung Odyssey OLED G93SD

Now we’re getting in to the really large monitor sizes. There’s some 49″ super ultrawide models which offer a 144Hz refresh rate, and some which offer a higher 240Hz. Right now the Samsung Odyssey OLED G93SD is a very good OLED screen if you want a very large format like this. It’s their latest 2025 model and offers a few updates compared with the SC models from the previous year.

It’s 49″ size and 5120 x 1440 resolution make is the equivalent of dual 1440p 27″ monitors basically, giving you a great alternative to multi-monitor setups. This screen has a fairly subtle 1800R curvature by Samsung’s standards, giving a nice balance on a screen this size. It also has a 240Hz refresh rate which is faster than some competing options in this size, which only offer 144Hz. This is backed as usual by adaptive-sync for variable refresh rates.

Key Specs

Spec	This screen
Size:	49″ super ultrawide
Aspect Ratio:	32:9
Format:	1800R curved
Technology:	QD-OLED
Resolution:	5120 x 1440
Refresh Rate:	240Hz

Things we like

This 49″ screen has a 240Hz refresh rate, delivering excellent motion clarity and a high frame rate support. This puts it above some other models we’ve reviewed which are very good, but have a lower 144Hz refresh rate. The large and very wide screen size are great for certain games where this aspect ratio is supported, as well as for multi-tasking and split screen work. We felt the subtle curve was appropriate on a screen this size and not too aggressive.

Samsung have updated the screen this year with improved thermal handling and OLED Care features too. This model should also be more widely available whereas the previous G93SC from the year before was only available in some regions.

Things to keep in mind

Samsung Electronics have added a matte anti-glare coating to the panel which does a really good job of handling reflections and glare, and remains grain-free in appearance. Some people may have been looking for the normal semi-glossy QD-OLED coating though so be aware of this change.

The other drawback of QD-OLED panels is that in brighter rooms, the lack of a polarizer on the panel and the use of a Quantum Dot layer can cause blacks to look more greyish, reducing perceived contrast ratio. This is less apparent on WOLED panels.

There is a second version available – the G95SD

There’s also another version of this display available which is the Odyssey G95SD which is the same screen, but adds a load of Smart TV functionality and apps. We found the Tizen OS software and menus on the previous G95SC model to be a bit difficult to use, with lots of weird settings and user experience decisions. Once you get things like HDR mode set up properly and get used to the software, it’s not too bad, but the initial experience is a bit frustrating in places. That’s why we’d recommend the G93SD if you can get it for a normal monitor, although of course if you want and need the Smart TV functions then the G95SD is a logical choice.

Summary

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G93SD is a great option for very large ultrawide requirements, with some impressive performance. You can read our full detailed review of the G95SC model which is based on the same panel for lots more information too. The bits about the OS and Smart TV features will only be relevant if you decide to get the G95SD model.

Where to Buy

---

---

42″ Large Format – LG 42C5

Last up is what we would consider to be the maximum size useable as a desktop monitor, and while there are some 48″ OLED screens available that are designed as monitors, we think 42″ is definitely more comfortable. Make sure you have the space for the screen of course. Our recommendation here is the super-popular LG C series of OLED TV’s, with a 42″ model available since the 2022 line-up. The latest model for 2025 is the LG 42C5, which we expect to offer the same excellent performance, feature-set and specs as the previous models.

Key Specs

Spec	This screen
Size:	42″
Aspect Ratio:	16:9
Format:	Flat
Technology:	WOLED
Resolution:	3840 x 2160 “4K”
Refresh Rate:	144Hz

Things we like

One of the key use cases for this screen is a cross-over between a desktop monitor and a TV. It’s large size makes it a great choice if you want a screen for console gaming, or when sitting further away from the screen for any of your content. It’s a good choice for movies and video as well. It also has a 3840 x 2160 “4K” resolution making it very well suited to high resolution gaming, including from modern games consoles like the Xbox Series X and PS5. It has HDMI 2.1 ports to handle 4K 120Hz from those consoles too. Being an OLED TV primarily, it offers Smart TV functionality and apps, as well as support for various HDR formats.

Things to keep in mind

Being a 4K resolution screen and using a panel originally designed for the TV market, this 42″ OLED has a much lower refresh rate than the smaller monitors listed in this guide. The panels native 120Hz is boosted slightly to 144Hz for VRR gaming (from PC’s) but it won’t offer you the same level of motion clarity or frame rate support as the much higher refresh rate models in smaller sizes. The 4K resolution delivers a reasonable text size, but the pixel density isn’t as high as the desktop monitors can reach.

Summary

If you want a really large screen, perhaps as a single display you can use for your PC and also as a TV, then this 42″ OLED would be a good option. The same C5 screen is available in larger sizes too, if you fancy something even bigger as a hybrid TV / monitor.

Where to Buy

---

---

---

We may earn a commission if you purchase from our affiliate links in this article- TFTCentral is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Programme, an affiliate advertising programme designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.de, Amazon.ca and other Amazon stores worldwide. We also participate in a similar scheme for Overclockers.co.uk, Newegg, Bestbuy , B&H and some manufacturers.

Stay Up to Date

Browser Alerts	Follow us on X (Twitter)	Subscribe	Support Us

Popular Trending Reviews