AOC
AOC Gaming Q27G3XMN
BEST HDR VALUE
£ 293.99
The only monitor under £300 that delivers a ‘true’ HDR experience. With 336 local dimming zones and a peak brightness of 1000 nits, it provides the punchy contrast IPS panels can’t touch.
Pros
- ✓ Stunning HDR1000 performance that rivals panels twice its price.
- ✓ VA panel provides a high native contrast ratio for deep, ink-like blacks.
- ✓ Mini-LED backlighting with 336 dimming zones dramatically improves local contrast compared to standard VA panels.
Cons
- ✗ VA Smearing: Fast dark-to-light motion can have slight trailing.
- ✗ No USB hub or Type-C connectivity: A strictly video-focused display.