4K IPS Gaming Monitors: LG 27GR93U, Gigabyte M28U and ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCS

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4K IPS monitors give sharp detail for both games and work at a lower price than 4K OLEDs. They suit players who want clarity in single-player games and plenty of screen space for desktop work.

Three to compare

• LG UltraGear 27GR93U: a 27-inch 4K IPS monitor from LG’s UltraGear line.
• Gigabyte M28U: a 28-inch 4K monitor with a KVM switch and HDMI 2.1.
• ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCS: a 27-inch 4K monitor with a fast refresh rate.

Check the current refresh rate and ports of each in the listing, as versions differ.

GPU requirements

4K is demanding. To reach high frame rates in new games, you’ll need a powerful GPU, such as an RTX 5070 Ti or RX 9070 XT class card, or upscaling (DLSS, FSR) to render at a lower resolution. Older and lighter games run well on less powerful cards.

IPS trade-offs

• IPS glow: dark scenes can show glow in the corners, especially in a dark room.
• Contrast: lower than VA or OLED, so blacks look gray in dark scenes.
• HDR: most 4K IPS monitors have basic HDR without local dimming; don’t expect OLED-like HDR.

Consoles

PS5 and Xbox Series X output 4K. A monitor with HDMI 2.1 supports 4K at 120Hz from consoles.

Bottom line

A 4K IPS monitor is a sharp, versatile screen for games and work. Make sure your GPU can drive it, or plan to use upscaling.

Our picks: Gaming monitors

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  MSI MAG 274QRF-QD

  27-inch 1440p IPS with rich quantum-dot color.

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  ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ

  Popular 1440p high-refresh monitor that rarely disappoints.

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  AOC Q27G3XMN

  Mini-LED HDR at a budget price.

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  Dell S2721DGF

  Fast 1440p IPS with a fully adjustable stand.

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