1440p Monitor: the perfect balance between performance and image quality

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When we talk about gaming in 2025, the 1440p resolution (or QHD) has become the new standard. This format, also known as "2.5K," offers a much more detailed rendering than 1080p while remaining smooth, provided you have the right hardware. And honestly? If you want a 1440p PC screen without blowing your budget, it's probably the best investment you can make this year.

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Why choose a 1440p screen?

The 1440p , it is the right balance between Full HD and 4K.

You gain in sharpness, you benefit from a finer image and significantly superior visual comfort, especially on screens between 27 and 32 inches.

  • More details → sharper textures, better immersion.
  • More screen space → ideal for multitasking, creators, and streamers.
  • Less demanding than 4K → you keep high FPS without ruining your graphics card.

To put it simply, a 1440p PC screen allows you to enjoy precise graphics without sacrificing fluidity, which is not always guaranteed by 4K.

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1440p 240 Hz Screen: the ultimate smoothness

Some models go even further with crazy refresh rates: up to 240 Hz !

If you play FPS games like Valorant, Apex Legends, or CS2, you know how important responsiveness is. 240 Hz 1440p screen combines two worlds:

  • a sharp image thanks to the QHD resolution,
  • and a incredible fluidity thanks to the ultra-high frequency.

But be careful: to exploit a 1440p 240 Hz screen , a powerful graphics card is required ( RTX 5070 Ti , RX 9700 XT or better). Otherwise, you will not fully benefit from the frequency, and you might as well stick to 144 Hz.

What screen size for 1440p?

1440p makes sense between 27 and 32 inches.

  • At 27 inches , you have excellent pixel density: everything is fine and precise.
  • At 32 inches , you gain in visual comfort, but the screen takes up more space on your desk.

The rendering will also depend on the distance you have: less than 60 cm, the 27-inch is perfect for gaming or work.

Our favorite: AOC G4 Q27G42XE

If there is one screen that we recommend with our eyes closed in 2025, it's this one.

This screen ticks almost all the boxes:

✅ perfect resolution for gaming,

✅ fluidity more than sufficient for FPS,

✅ great color rendering for those who also work on their screen,

✅ floor price.

In short, the AOC G4 Q27G42XE is what we call a safe bet: you plug it in, you play, and you forget the rest.

AOC G4 Q27G42XE

AOC G4 Q27G42XE

The unbeatable quality/price ratio

Image
Comfort
Fluidity

Pros

  • • Perfect QHD resolution (2560x1440) on 27 inches.
  • • Fast IPS panel ultra responsive (1 ms)
  • • Frequency up to 180 Hz, compatible with G-Sync and FreeSync
  • • HDR10 and faithful color rendering
  • • Ultra interesting price

Cons

  • • Not actually 240 Hz
  • • Basic stand without height adjustment

All stocks of 1440p screens in real time

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AOC Q27G42ZE 27" QHD 240Hz Black

AOC Q27G42ZE 27" QHD 240Hz Black

199€

(10 Vendors)
Brand: AOC
Good brand Excellent quality Extreme frequency Standard size
AOC AG276QZD2 27" QHD 240Hz Black/Grey

AOC AG276QZD2 27" QHD 240Hz Black/Grey

449€

(11 Vendors)
Brand: AOC
Good brand Incredible quality Extreme frequency Standard size
AOC Q27G42XE 27" QHD 180Hz Black/Red

AOC Q27G42XE 27" QHD 180Hz Black/Red

143€

(11 Vendors)
Brand: AOC
Good brand Excellent quality Good frequency Standard size
MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 26.5in WQHD 240Hz Black

MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 26.5in WQHD 240Hz Black

449€

(6 Vendors)
Display Type: QD-OLED
Good brand Incredible quality Extreme frequency Small size
MSI Optix G27CQ4E2 Black 27in WQHD 170Hz

MSI Optix G27CQ4E2 Black 27in WQHD 170Hz

218€

(5 Vendors)
Brand: MSI
Good brand Good for immersion Good frequency Standard size
Alienware AW2725D 27QHD 280Hz Black

Alienware AW2725D 27QHD 280Hz Black

493€

(7 Vendors)
Brand: DELL
Top brand Incredible quality Extreme frequency Standard size
MSI MAG 274QF 27" QHD 180Hz IPS

MSI MAG 274QF 27" QHD 180Hz IPS

149€

(3 Vendors)
Brand: MSI
Good brand Excellent quality Good frequency Standard size
NEWSKILL Icarus IC27Q6-V2Z 27 QHD 165Hz Black VA

NEWSKILL Icarus IC27Q6-V2Z 27 QHD 165Hz Black VA

133€

(1 Vendors)
Brand: LG
Top brand Good for immersion Good frequency Standard size
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG Black 27 WQHD OLED

ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG Black 27 WQHD OLED

549€

(12 Vendors)
Brand: Asus
Top brand Incredible quality Extreme frequency Standard size
MSI MAG 271QP QD-OLED X24 26.5in WQHD 240Hz Black

MSI MAG 271QP QD-OLED X24 26.5in WQHD 240Hz Black

599€

(9 Vendors)
Display Type: QD-OLED
Good brand Incredible quality Extreme frequency Standard size
MSI MAG274QF X24 27in QHD 240Hz

MSI MAG274QF X24 27in QHD 240Hz

199€

(4 Vendors)
Brand: MSI
Good brand Excellent quality Extreme frequency Standard size
MSI G32CQ5P 32" WQHD 170Hz Black

MSI G32CQ5P 32" WQHD 170Hz Black

180€

(6 Vendors)
Brand: MSI
Good brand Good for immersion Good frequency Ultra large
MSI MPG 491CQPX QD-OLED 49in Dual QHD 240Hz Black

MSI MPG 491CQPX QD-OLED 49in Dual QHD 240Hz Black

1089€

(4 Vendors)
Display Type: QD-OLED
Good brand Incredible quality Extreme frequency Ultra large
Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprfx 27in QHD 240Hz Black

Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprfx 27in QHD 240Hz Black

200€

(3 Vendors)
Brand: Acer
Good brand Excellent quality Extreme frequency Standard size
MSI MAG 275QF 27 inch WQHD 2560x1440 180Hz Black

MSI MAG 275QF 27 inch WQHD 2560x1440 180Hz Black

169€

(5 Vendors)
Brand: MSI
Good brand Excellent quality Good frequency Standard size
Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 49in 5120x1440 240Hz

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 49in 5120x1440 240Hz

943€

(13 Vendors)
Brand: Samsung
Top brand Incredible quality Extreme frequency Ultra large
Lenovo Legion R27qe Gen 2 27in QHD 200Hz IPS HDR10

Lenovo Legion R27qe Gen 2 27in QHD 200Hz IPS HDR10

180€

(4 Vendors)
Brand: Lenovo
Good brand Excellent quality Extreme frequency Standard size
Samsung Odyssey G6 27in 2.5K 240Hz Silver

Samsung Odyssey G6 27in 2.5K 240Hz Silver

529€

(9 Vendors)
Brand: Samsung
Top brand Incredible quality Extreme frequency Standard size
KOORUI G2721P 27-inch QHD 200Hz Black

KOORUI G2721P 27-inch QHD 200Hz Black

150€

(3 Vendors)
Brand: Koorui
Not very relevant Excellent quality Extreme frequency Standard size
Gigabyte M27Q P 27\" QHD 165Hz

Gigabyte M27Q P 27\" QHD 165Hz

309€

(1 Vendors)
Brand: Gigabyte
Good brand Excellent quality Good frequency Standard size
FeuVision FSID27EQ3 27in QHD 180Hz Black

FeuVision FSID27EQ3 27in QHD 180Hz Black

170€

(1 Vendors)
Brand: DELL
Top brand Excellent quality Good frequency Standard size
LG UltraGear 45GS95QX-BAEU 44.5in WQHD 240Hz

LG UltraGear 45GS95QX-BAEU 44.5in WQHD 240Hz

966€

(5 Vendors)
Brand: LG
Top brand Incredible quality Extreme frequency Ultra large
Titan Army P27GR 27-inch 2560x1440 180Hz

Titan Army P27GR 27-inch 2560x1440 180Hz

149€

(3 Vendors)
Refresh Rate: 180
Good brand Excellent quality Good frequency Standard size
Philips Evnia 27M2N3500NL 27in QHD 1ms Black/Grey

Philips Evnia 27M2N3500NL 27in QHD 1ms Black/Grey

130€

(6 Vendors)
Brand: Philips
Good brand Good for immersion Good frequency Standard size
LG UltraGear 27GS75Q-B 27in 2560x1440 180Hz

LG UltraGear 27GS75Q-B 27in 2560x1440 180Hz

189€

(7 Vendors)
Brand: LG
Top brand Excellent quality Good frequency Standard size

The benefits of 1440p in everyday life

The 1440p, it's not just for gamers . Even if you work, create content or edit, this resolution changes your working comfort:

  • More space to display multiple windows side by side.
  • Less need to scroll or zoom.
  • From thinner fonts and pleasant to read.

And with a well-calibrated IPS panel, the colors are faithful, which is great for photo editing or video.

1440p versus 4K and 1080p

Resolution Benefits Drawbacks
1080p (Full HD) Very fluid, low power consumption, inexpensive Lack of details on large screens
1440p (QHD) Perfect balance between sharpness and fluidity Requires a proper GPU
4K (UHD) Ultra clean, ideal for creation Very demanding, often expensive
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Conclusion: 1440p, the new standard

Between the rise of GPUs, ultra-fast IPS panels, and price drops, 1440p is emerging as the new standard .

You enjoy a clear, smooth, and pleasant image every day - without breaking the bank.

And if you want a reliable, well-built screen, and without overpaying for a premium brand, the AOC G4 Q27G42XE is our number 1 choice.