The best 1440p monitors of 2024

Unquestionably brilliant out of the gate, AOC's Q27G2E 1440p gaming monitor is far and beyond one of the most affordable gaming monitors of the year. And yet, the AOC Q27G2E doesn't look or feel like a budget gaming monitor at all - its QHD picture quality has a true depth lifted by the panel's ShadowControl technology.

Colours and image fidelity are, thanks to AOC's MPRT technology, unphased by the cut-throat rapidity of the Q27G2E's 155 Hz refresh rate. So you're not sacrificing a critical gaming experience in exchange for some frame smoothness at any point.

As for the display itself, the Q27G2E's 144Hz screen has a gorgeous three-sided frameless bezel design, freeing the screen from an ugly and otherwise pointless frame.

AOC's Q27G2E is a masterful example of what a great budget monitor is capable of - perfect for gaming, visually sensational and designed to endure hours of use every day. This 1440p monitor is one of the best on the market.

Despite their scarcity, it is indeed possible to snag yourself a brilliant monitor for under £200 this year. AOC's 24-inch 1440p monitor rocks the competition in value alone for under £150. Delivering impressive visuals, a simple yet elegant design, and some nice additional features to sweeten the deal - AOC's Q24 1440p monitor is perfect for those short on cash yet eager to experience QHD gaming.

While it doesn't quite have the frills of higher-end monitors, there's plenty to enjoy in this humble yet mighty 1440p monitor that is simply perfect for gamers, editors, office workers or casual social media scrollers.

You might see the name Alienware and assume this monitor is designed only for gamers, but we believe this is a fantastic pick that performs amazingly for anyone. You'll struggle to find a better 2K screen, with its 280Hz providing a consistently fantastic picture. The colour support and brightness can often outperform a TV.

Another nice feature of this monitor is its ventilation. Even on the warmest of days, it should have no trouble keeping cool, never getting too toasty.

A curved screen like this Dell S2722DGM catches your eyes and attention more than a flat screen, making it less tiring on the eyes. Speaking of which, the flicker-free visuals mean you're never being attacked, letting you go on for longer sessions without needing a break.

The physical build here is great, especially due to its adjustability. It's easy to move it up and down, and it can tilt a good amount to make it suitable for any desk layout.

At less than £200, this wonderful 27-inch curved gaming monitor from KOORUI is an absolute steal. Gamers rejoice. There's finally an excellent monitor available at a fraction of competitor prices without ever holding back on quality. From a generous array of jaw-dropping tech specs, the KOORUI 27-inch gaming monitor's most excellent is perhaps its 144Hz refresh rate, perfect for an excitingly smooth and seamless gaming experience.

What's more, the KOORUI has response times of roughly 1 ms, so there's never any input lag, even for an instant, as a result of the monitor. Mimicking the curvature of the human eye, this 1800R curved screen bursts with clarity when paired with its promising DCI-P3 colour space.

As for connectivity, KOORUI's 27-inch monitor boasts three video connection ports - including DisplayPort, HDMI 2.0 and HDMI 1.4 - allowing for excellent multi-device connectivity. Switch from office work to games consoles and even to your dedicated gaming PC in an instant using the KOORUI 1440p's rocker switch, skipping the faff of wrestling with HDMI ports.

For gamers, editors and office workers alike - the KOORUI 1440p gaming monitor is simply perfect for getting the most out of your favourite tech.

The Samsung S27A600NWU may seem fairly unassuming at first, but its unique benefits more than justify its place here. This is a very convenient and practical monitor to have, with the Auto Source Switch automatically detecting newly connected devices, so you never have to reach around and switch channels. It can also be switched to a vertical layout if that's your preference.

The response rate is a bit disappointing. Five to six ms isn't terrible, but many other 1440p monitors sit at one ms without any difficulty, so it makes the S27A600NWU appear a bit outclassed.

Setting the bar astronomically high, the Samsung Odyssey G7 is easily one of the most luxurious 27-inch PC monitors of the year. With some major curvature at 1000R, this ultrawide gaming monitor is bursting with so much visual precision, it's frankly astounding.

But its curved screen isn't its only draw, the Samsung Odyssey G7 also possesses QLED technology, giving images a vivacity and colour purity rarely seen in monitors of its size. Paired with HDR600 - a wonderful adaptive contrast-enhancing feature that beautifully enhances shadows and darker tones, something that typical QLED screens often struggle with.

As for its gaming capabilities, the Samsung G7 has one of the highest refresh rates on the market. At an utterly staggering 240Hz with a 1ms response time, there's no questioning the raw power of the Samsung Odyssey G7 - gaming on 1440p has never looked so good nor felt so perfect.

As for some particularly magnificent QOL features, the screen of the Samsung Odyssey G7 is capable of rotating for a vertical view, should you have a smallish desk with multiple monitors.

The visuals produced by this Acer Nitro monitor are quite impressive. It sports an unmatched potential for a 0.5 response time, meaning there's next to no delay for visuals to update. The inclusion of HDR10 is also really nice, as it ensures the contrast is sharp and eye-catching.

Bezels are the outer rim of a monitor or screen, and they're an interesting case here. The Acer Nitro has some thin bezels on the side and top that make it easier to get immersed in what you're watching, but the bottom bezel is a lot thicker. It's not a major downside, but it is a bit of a shame.

For even more screen space - a monster 34-inch monitor might just be the ideal monitor size for you. KOORUI's 34-inch ultrawide curved gaming monitor packs a visual punch from just its design alone.

KOORUI's delightful 34-inch 1440p monitor catches the eye instantly with its combination of DCI-P3 colour and 165Hz refresh rate. Regardless of whether you're meticulously editing a video masterpiece, neck-deep in gun-blazing combat, or kicking back in the evening to a show you're heavily invested in - the KOORUI 1440p monitor does it all.

As for overall smoothness during use - KOORUI's 34-inch 1440p monitor has a refresh rate of 165Hz, so you can truly embrace the silky seamlessness of the next generation. KOORUI'S 34-inch monitor is slightly pricey compared to your standard monitor, but in terms of value - you truly get what you pay for, this monitor oozes quality, and shouldn't be overlooked for a moment.

Portable monitors are becoming increasingly popular amongst office commuters and gamers alike thanks to their plug-free optionality, giving users some never-before-possible versatility with their setups.

Bimawen's 17.3-inch 1440p portable monitor is the height of convenience with its tablet-esque design, ideal for setup practically anywhere - be it at home or commuting. Simply plug in a type-C power cable and access this nifty monitor anywhere.

At 1440p with a standard 60Hz refresh rate, this QHD monitor looks the part but doesn't blow the competition away in terms of gaming performance. For many users, however, 60Hz is considered the norm - it'll run pretty smoothly, so as far as gaming is concerned (whether you're using consoles or PCs) it'll run perfectly well.

Visually, Bimawen's 17.3-inch 2K monitor looks absolutely solid, with 2K visuals that impress from the get-go. Simply connect to the Bimawen portable monitor screen with a mini HDMI cable and begin multitasking on the go.