Picture perfect visuals: the best OLED monitors of 2024

A truly brilliant next-generation monitor experience, the ASUS ROG Swift offers peak performance, brilliant aesthetics and gorgeous OLED technology, resulting in one of the most spectacular monitors of the year so far.

This quad-HD monitor doesn't pull its punches in terms of visuals: its OLED panel technology draws the eye thanks to its phenomenal contrast, with shadows and dark scenes appearing almost life-like thanks to an infinite contrast ratio.

The screen of the ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM itself is ultra-thin as OLED monitors commonly are, and the overall look is mindblowing. Adopting a futuristic, yet not overbearing design, this OLED monitor lives up to its price tag where aesthetics are concerned.

As for drawbacks, whilst the PG27AQDM OLED monitor is visually excellent, it isn't 4K, instead opting for a speedier quad-HD resolution. For gamers, this ensures that an unbelievable refresh rate can be reached without the taxing demand of ultra-HD, so you're getting some truly unbeatable speed. But for those who wish to experience their favourite games at 4K, whilst also having similar speeds, you're looking at a lot of cash.

For its price, however, the ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM is one of the best 27-inch monitors on the market, with performance and visuals that are practically unrivalled on the monitor market.

Certainly one of the more affordable OLED monitors available this year, the LG UltraGear remains as one of the best-performing OLED monitors, with incredible 0.03 ms response times, a 240Hz refresh rate, all with a phenomenal brightness of 1,000 nits.

Vibrant and eye-catching, despite the slightly weaker colour gamut of the 27GR95QE monitor, its visuals are simply excellent. Paired with HDR10, OLED contrast is incredibly enticing, and for half the cost of higher-end models elsewhere, it's a solid price.

Compared to other non-OLED monitors, however, the UltraGear remains particularly expensive, and with a price that's more than most PC rigs, you're paying a lot for performance.

If you're dead set on a proper OLED monitor, however, the LG UltraGear 27GR95QE is an exceptionally brilliant choice for anyone, but especially gamers.

When it comes to gaming peripherals, MSI rarely skips a beat: the MSI 271QRX QD-OLED is a terrific gaming monitor for the best OLED performance possible. Brilliantly optimised for top-tier performance, this 360 Hz monitor offers perhaps the smoothest experience possible for PC gamers. With sharp precision paired with gorgeous QD-OLED visuals, the 271QRX monitor feels effortless to use, and with a vast range of FPS games on the horizon this year, it's undoubtedly worth the price.

Quad HD might not offer the same experience as a true OLED monitor, but its visuals are doubtlessly brilliant nonetheless. Plus, it's an easy trade to make when it comes to performance, especially if you're a highly competitive gamer.

As for its setbacks, the MSI 271QRX monitor has relatively limited brightness for its price: at 250 nits, the screen can look a little dim in certain lights, especially when compared to other monitors on the market. This lower brightness, however, helps to create deeper shadows and darker colours, making the inky darkness of night feel truly dark, so it's a great choice for those looking for a horror game to sink their teeth into.

An all-around brilliant gaming OLED monitor, the MSI MPG 271QRX might be pricey, but it's in a league of its own for smoothness, it's a monitor with a well-earned spot on this list.

A brand-new monitor from MSI, the MPG 321URX is perhaps the most cutting-edge 32-inch monitor on the market, encompassing the best technology from across the market, this monitor is a true rarity and is bound to sell quickly.

A great-sized 32-inch monitor, there's nothing quite like experiencing truly next-level 4K visuals paired with QD-OLED technology. The brightness and colour of Quantum Dot technology paired with the depth and contrast of OLED pair together beautifully, creating a second-to-none visual experience that is unparalleled.

This cutting-edge monitor is easily one of the most expensive monitors available this year, in no small part thanks to its array of brilliant technology, the 321URX is pricey, there's no denying it.

But for the best OLED monitor experience, you'll have to pay a high price, and it goes without saying that high-end monitors are expensive. This terrific monitor has stunning 0.03ms response times, a 240Hz refresh rate and arguably the best visuals around, if you can afford the MSI MPG 321URX monitor - you should undoubtedly go for it.

For those looking to revolutionise their setup for absolute immersion, the Samsung Odyssey G8 is without question one of the best monitors on the market for such a purpose. A colossal 34-inch ultrawide quad-HD monitor delivers stunning picture quality on an enveloping screen. Curved screens, while something of an oddity, have some genuine benefits to eye health, giving you a much more comfortable viewing experience than a typical flat screen might.

Visually, Samsung knocks it out of the park with the G8: relaxing to your favourite Netflix show, gaming and even video editing are full of so much detail, it's almost lifelike. This impressively sharp monitor is made even more so thanks to its 175 Hz refresh rate, which is sharp, quick and precise to use, especially whilst gaming.

Whilst Samsung has marketed the G8 as a '4K' quad HD monitor, it cannot really be both. In fact, it isn't truly 4K, but rather an ultrawide quad HD monitor, which offers terrific visuals, but to the same extent as an ultra-HD monitor.

Samsung's Odyssey G8 is a brilliant ultrawide curved monitor with a mesmerising design, breathtaking visuals and incredible performance - it's an expensive option, to be sure, but a worthwhile one.

For those on the lookout for plenty of screen space, the Gigabyte AORUS FO48U might well be the answer. This enormous OLED monitor stands at a whopping 48 inches, which is larger than most televisions on the market. Perfect for a gaming setup, but also for those desperate for brilliant multi-tasking, this enormous monitor is perfect for plenty of tasks, work or otherwise.

In particular, it's a fantastic monitor for settling down in the evening to Netflix or other streaming apps, considering its massive size. Paired with its stunning 4K visuals and ultra-quick response times, this monitor is one of the best on the market at its price. Despite its television-like design, however, the AORUS FO48U doesn't have smart capabilities, unlike some of the smaller monitors on the market.

For some, this 48-inch monitor is certainly excessive in its size: for most desks, it's simply too big to use, which is bound to discourage some from buying. At its price, however, you're incredibly unlikely to find a more affordable 4K monitor with a 120Hz refresh rate.

Where performance, design and visuals are concerned, the AORUS FO48U is a spectacular monitor and is well worth its price at less than £1,000. Gamers, daring office workers and cinema enthusiasts, it's an OLED monitor you shouldn't pass up on.

A brilliant feature-filled curved monitor, the Philips Evnia 34-inch curved monitor is a stunning breath of fresh air in the monitor market: a gorgeous ultra-thin bezel design, silver stand and slick aesthetics combined with the gorgeous QD OLED screen are simply sublime.

Deep, rich colours, and response times that are a fraction of a millisecond, the Philips Evnia is a pricey monitor, but it's undoubtedly a worthwhile investment. For office workers or home project tinkerers, the Philips Evnia ultrawide screen is marvellous for absolute multitasking control. It's a massive screen, there's no denying it: you'll need a larger desk to fit your laptop and peripherals on along with it.

As for its resolution, though it may have a fantastic colour range, its lower quad HD resolution detracts slightly from the Evnia 34M2C8600's visual experience, but it still looks fantastic. Right now, OLED monitors typically are Quad HD, with a few monitors in between being capable of 4K and OLED - it's only a matter of time before we see more affordable 4K monitors with OLED capabilities reach the market.

The Philips Evnia 34M2C8600 is the perfect curved gaming monitor, and one of the most excellent monitors for multitasking of the year right now, and at its competitive price, it shouldn't be ignored.

AOC's AGON PRO 27-inch OLED monitor is designed for powerful, versatile performance, and is one of the best for E-Sports gaming or video editors in search of a monitor capable of editing at high refresh rates.

Whether you're a programmer working on simulation software, or you're just looking for the best visuals and the smoothest performance, the AOC AGON Pro is a powerful OLED monitor that excels in performance and has a design that allows for plenty of desk versatility.

Though the AGON Pro adopts something of a gamer aesthetic thanks to its built-in lighting effects that aren't appropriate for office environments, it's a quality that some are likely to enjoy. Its design is eye-catching and is designed with plenty of daily functionality. The ability to rotate the screen makes the AGON Pro perfect monitor for a dual-screen setup, and the ability to adjust its height is a features that's tough to go without once you've experienced it.

The AGON PRO is a fantastic high refresh rate monitor that oozes style, offers second-to-none performance and has strong quad HD visuals that are only enhanced with the power of OLED. And for less than £1,000, it's one of the cheaper options of the year.

If multiple monitors aren't your cup of tea, this gigantic 49-inch ultrawide OLED monitor from Samsung might just be the perfect solution for you. Gorgeously slick and well-designed, the Odyssey OLED G9 smart monitor is in a league of its own when it comes to performance and visuals.

Absolute immersion is difficult to achieve with a completely flat screen: which is why the G9 is so highly recommended. Gamers, evening television binge-watchers and hobbyists alike can experience the total depth and clarity of the G9's OLED resolution, with unparalleled colour reproduction for a tear-inducingly beautiful visual feast.

For those looking to connect multiple devices on the G9, however, prepare to be slightly disappointed: the G9 has a single HDMI port and a DisplayPort in terms of connectivity, which is disappointing considering this monitor's smart platform capabilities.

Nonetheless, for something truly special to delve into your favourite games or films, the Samsung Odyssey G9 is a truly fantastic choice for anyone with pockets deep enough.

If you're an office worker passionate about cutting-edge visuals, eye comfort and sublime colours, the Alienware AW3423DWF might just be for you. A mighty monitor with a swift 165Hz refresh rate, 0.1ms response times and an eye-catching curved screen, this Alienware monitor is perfect for accurate colour reproduction and is only heightened by its sheer viewing comfort.

If you're desk-bound for most of the day, looking at a dull, sluggish monitor for countless hours per day will only cause you a headache. Instead, opting for a high-end monitor such as the AW3423DWF is a great way to boost productivity. Plus, its wide 34-inch design is a must for multitasking, giving data-driven workers and typists alike a vast amount of room to utilise.

If there's anything that detracts from the Alienware AW3423DWF monitor, it's the lack of flexibility that the monitor offers. At its price, swivel functions would drastically improve the usability of the monitor in a dual monitor setup, but as it stands, the height adjustment serves well enough.

The Alienware AW3423DWF monitor is a wonderful 0.1ms monitor worth grabbing, especially if you're looking for a great monitor for working from home.