BenQ, a global leader in display technology, announced today its newest MOBIUZ gaming monitors, the EX270M and the EX270QM, which were unveiled at PAX West back in September. As the first 240 Hz monitors to join the MOBIUZ line of gaming monitors, the 27-inch monitors are packed with premium features for gamers including stunning colors and imagery, built-in 2.1 channel speakers from treVolo, HDRi intelligent optimization, and FreeSync Premium.

For a fully immersive gaming experience, both monitors offer a wide color gamut, coupled with BenQ's exclusive HDRi technology which enhances color, contrast and detail display. The EX270M, an FHD monitor, covers 99% sRGB color space while the EX270QM, a QHD monitor, boasts 98% P3 and 1.07 billion color hues. Both monitors provide a smooth gaming experience unlike any other with beautiful visuals, 1 ms GtG, 240 Hz refresh rate, and FreeSync Premium.

LG Electronics (LG) is unveiling the 32-inch 4K UHD LG SMART Monitor (model 32SQ780S). The all-around SMART Monitor enhances home life by enabling a remote workstation, home exercising, next-level gaming and various entertainment applications, including popular streaming services, without a PC connection. Thanks to its built-in features and LG's ergonomic stand with maximum adjustability, the unique 32SQ780S allows users to enjoy the content love how they want and when they want, at their desk or on the sofa.

Under the brand's motto of 'Work Smarter, Play Better', LG SMART Monitor prioritizes multitasking to give consumers seeking a single display that connects to their desktop, laptop or gaming device the perfect way to get everything done in one place. Supporting LG TV's acclaimed webOS 22, this model delivers next-level convenience for content consumption with seamless streaming services for YouTube and Netflix, even without setting up a separate connection with PCs.

Nex Computer LLC announced today the launch of NexPad: a portable monitor with built-in magnets that can attach to laptops for vertical dual-screen setup. Research shows that using dual monitors boosts productivity. However, using side-by-side monitors isn't always optimal because of the large gap between the monitors, diminishing the view. The side-by-side setup also spans outside of people's peripheral vision which can lead to neck strain.

NexPad's solution is a second display at an elevated height that can reduce neck strain and help improve posture, boosting productivity and convenience. "We are launching NexPad to enable the modern professional to be more productive in the ever more mobile workplace," said Emre Kosmaz, CEO and founder of Nex Computer. "Professionals in any industry can now enjoy the additional screen space to free themselves from the traditional desk setups by embracing flexibility and efficiency offered by NexPad."

KTC, an experienced monitor manufacturer and innovator, is pleased to introduce 4 new gaming monitors to the public in October. The KTC H27T22 is a 27-inch Fast IPS monitor with excellent gaming performance. It features a 165 Hz refresh rate and a 1 ms GTG response time. Compared with 60 Hz monitors, the H27T22 monitor reduces motion blur more effectively and makes motion look smoother, making it ideal for gamers, especially e-sports players. Compatible with FreeSync and G-SYNC, it avoids screen tearing and stuttering. For a better gaming experience, it offers some preset modes including FPS (First-Person Shooter), RTS (Real-Time Strategy), and RAC (Race Game). More enhanced gaming features are provided to help improve gamers' performance, such as Timer and Sniper Sight.

The H27T22 monitor has a high resolution of 2560 x 1440, presenting higher-quality and crisper images. Supporting HDR10, it delivers a wide dynamic range and a wide color gamut. The Full HD 8-bit monitor covers 99% of the sRGB gamut and displays 16.7 million colors for more lifelike images. Equipped with an adjustable stand, it stands steadily on the desk and allows users to adjust the screen to a comfortable height and angle. Compliant with the VESA standard, it can be securely mounted on the wall.

AGON by AOC—one of the world's leading gaming monitor and IT accessories brands - presents the AOC GAMING 25G3ZM/BK, a 24.5" (62.23 cm) flat gaming monitor with a 240 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms GtG and 0.5 ms MPRT response time, perfect for hardcore gamers competing in fast-paced e-sports titles. Thanks to its Fast VA panel, the 25G3ZM/BK combines high framerates and fast responsiveness with vivid, deep colours, a wide gamut and a high contrast ratio of 3000:1. Excelling both in visually appealing, story-driven games, as well as in competitive e-sports titles, the new AOC GAMING 25G3ZM/BK will be available from October with an MSRP of £189.99.

The AOC GAMING 25G3ZM/BK offers a great proposition for gamers upgrading their PCs to jump right into the heat of online competitions and ranked matches. The ideal 24.5" size lets esports gamers and enthusiasts focus on the entire screen at once compared to larger 27-32" displays, ensuring they won't miss a single target in their peripheral vision. With its native Full HD resolution (1920x1080) on the 24.5" screen size, the 25G3ZM/BK produces razor-sharp images with 90 PPI pixel density.

Modern professionals are more at ease when it comes to adapting to new technologies. With the constant changes in working rhythms, spaces and styles, MMD, the leading display specialist and brand license partner for Philips monitors, launches a new series of models designed to meet these dynamic needs. The Philips monitors 34B1U5600CH, 24B1U5301H, and 27B1U5601H offer a wide array of features that ensure convenience for video conferences, productivity, and comfort in every type of workplace, prioritising connectivity and multi-tasking.

"Philips monitors is committed to offering its professional users everything they need to get the most out of every workday. The 24B1U5301H, 27B1U5601H and 34B1U5600CH provide a robust range of features to foster maximum productivity at home or at the office while protecting the users' comfort and wellbeing with technologies that enhance virtual collaboration and multi-tasking. A plus that will delight many is that these models are kind to the planet and easy on the energy bills." says Artem Khomenko, Head of Product Management at MMD-Monitors Displays.

NZXT, a community-driven provider of PC hardware, software, and services, today announces Canvas FHD Monitors, designed to give you a competitive edge. The Canvas FHD monitors allow gamers to reach their full potential in competitive gaming titles, providing them with extremely responsive gameplay and great picture quality. To ensure responsive gameplay, the Canvas FHD Monitor has a 240 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response time, and AMD Freesync Premium, while sporting an IPS panel with VESA Certified DisplayHDR 400 that provides a vivid picture.

NZXT CAM is the focal point for the NZXT Canvas Monitors because it allows gamers to tune their monitor's settings easily, set custom game profiles, and have it change automatically when it starts. This gives you the ability to change the Canvas's settings easily, tuning the picture to optimize the settings for each game. Designed with NZXT's iconic style, these two monitors will be exclusively available from NZXT: The Canvas 27F, and 25F. They nicely complement any existing PC setup with the choice to ship with a compact stand or VESA mount, and a bezel-less design.

Due to a slowdown in demand for W-OLED TVs, LG Display is said to be kicking off production of 27-inch W-OLED panels later this month, assuming everything goes to plan. This is admittedly based on rumours from Chinese site WeiXin QQ, so it should be taken with some caution. The site claims that the news comes via the Korean media, but we haven't managed to find a Korean source that could corroborate such a claim. The report is quite thin on details, so it's unknown what resolution these 27-inch panels will offer. Apparently 32-inch panels are also an option, as well as 40-inch panels for TVs.

The first customer for the 27-inch panels is unsurprisingly said to be LG Electronics, who is expected to launch a 27-inch gaming monitor based on the W-OLED panel sometime in early 2023. In related news, LG Display is betting on an improvement in the OLED TV market space in 2023, with the company said to be planning to manufacture no less than 9.2 million large sized OLED panels next year. Samsung is also said to be considering using LG Display's W-OLED panels in some of its products next year, but this has been a long time rumour that has not come to fruition so far.

According to the latest TrendForce research, shipments of gaming monitors are in decline for the first time since the product category was launched to market, with 2022 estimates lowered to 20.5 million units, a 10% drop YoY. The primary reasons for this downgrade are intensifying inflation in Europe and spiking interest rates in North America which have upset and displaced demand for consumer electronics products. In addition, delays in launching high-end graphics cards has also led some e-sports consumers to consider postponing purchases.

According to TrendForce, judging from the market share of flat and curved gaming monitors, curved gaming surfaces accounted for approximately 41% of the market in 2021. In 2022, this share will increase to 44% and is expected to have a chance to reach 46% in 2023. In addition to an increased supply of curved monitor panels and their high price-performance ratio, growth in the market share of Ultra-Wide products is also one of the reasons for the rise of curved products.

ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, introduces the ViewSonic OMNI monitor series, an all-new line of monitors designed for beginner and casual gamers. The latest ViewSonic OMNI VX2416 and VX2716 are cost-efficient options that provide powerful performance and a sharp, fluid gaming experience for work and play.

"Adding to our existing professional gaming and esports series - ELITE, ViewSonic Gaming is expanding with OMNI as part of our ongoing innovation and product development efforts," said Oscar Lin, General Manager of the Monitor Business Unit at ViewSonic. "Research suggests that most players do not identify as gamers, and less than a third fit the stereotypical mold of a gamer. With our new OMNI line, we go beyond what a gamer should be and celebrate the fun and creativity of gaming."

Today, Dough - the world's first community-powered gaming hardware creator - showcased its bar-setting Dough Spectrum 4K 144 Hz gaming monitor. This groundbreaking display is available in matte and glossy finishes worldwide.

The Dough Spectrum 4K 144 Hz is the very definition of trailblazing, with individually-calibrated color gamuts and exemplary refresh rates. The Dough Spectrum 4K is ready for anything you run on it, thanks to compatibility with systems like AMD FreeSync Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC. It features integer upscaling that's perfect for retro games, a frame rate counter overlay, and crosshair overlay options, to ensure every game you're playing looks and performs at its best.

The leading global motherboard, graphics card, and small form factor PC manufacturer, ASRock, announces entering the gaming monitor market with the Phantom Gaming range for gamers completing the gaming solution. ASRock's new Phantom Gaming monitors, including PG34WQ15R2B and PG27FF1A are designed for the FPS, RCG, and other fast-paced games.

"Our goal is to create gaming lineups across the board," said Chris Lee, Vice President of ASRock motherboard & gaming monitor business unit. "We are ecstatic to announce Phantom Gaming monitor, committed to making high-performance and reliable products to gamers." ASRock Phantom Gaming monitors, PG34WQ15R2B and PG27FF1A, will be based on 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms (MPRT) response time, which means gamers can be one step ahead of opponents during gameplay. Furthermore, Phantom Gaming monitor offers highly competent functions such as HDR, Flicker-free, and FreeSync Premium technologies, allowing gamers to enjoy incredible gaming experience.

EIZO today introduced the ColorEdge CG2700X, a 27-inch monitor for content creators. It offers 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) resolution, 10 bpc (1.07 billion colors), 500 cd/m² maximum brightness, and 1450:1 static contrast ratio. The monitor covers 99% of the Adobe RGB color-space, and 98% of DCI-P3. The calibrated IPS panel is strictly for content creation, as its response-time can be as high as 13 ms. The monitor is recommended by the company for 4K UHD HDR movie production, as it meets popular HDR broadcast standards. The monitor is expected to be available from September 19.

ASUS today introduced the VA27ECPSN business monitor. This 27-inch Full HD IPS monitor supports USB type-C for single-cable connectivity with your notebook (DisplayPort + USB signal), and puts out an some downstream connectivity you might want—three USB 3.0 type-A ports, stereo analog audio through a headset jack, and 100 Mbps Ethernet. The monitor puts out USB type-C PD-65 W, so while your notebook supplies the monitor with display output and USB-upstream, the monitor recharges your notebook. Other vital display specs include 75 Hz refresh-rate, VESA Adaptive Sync, and TUV Rheinland-certified Flicker-free and Low Blue Light. The company didn't reveal pricing.

MSI today introduced the G244F, a 24-inch Full HD monitor for competitive e-Sports gaming. Featuring a Rapid-IPS panel, the display offers 170 Hz refresh-rate, and 1 ms (GTG) response time, along with AMD FreeSync Premium support, making it a compelling pick in the entry-level. An in-built "Console Mode" drives the display at 120 Hz, and has been tested to work on the PlayStation 5. Other key specs include 178° viewing angles in any direction, 250 cd/m² maximum brightness, flicker-free brightness adjustments, and blue-light filtering. Connectors include two HDMI 2.0b, and one DisplayPort 1.2a.

LG Electronics (LG) is unveiling its latest premium monitors at IFA 2022 in Berlin, Germany, including the superb, new UltraGear OLED gaming monitor (model 45GR95QE). LG's first curved OLED display with a 240Hz refresh rate, the 45-inch model is designed for immersive gaming experiences, offering the visual performance, speed and features serious gamers demand.

Visitors to LG's booth at IFA 2022 can explore a wide range of cutting-edge LG monitor products, including the new UltraGear and the UltraFine Display Ergo AI (model 32UQ890), which delivers a truly customizable setup for superior user comfort at home or at the office.

CORSAIR, a world leader in enthusiast components for gamers, creators, and PC builders, today revealed the new XENEON FLEX 45WQHD240 OLED Gaming Monitor, a flagship bendable gaming monitor created in close partnership with LG Display. Boasting the latest in W-OLED technology, the XENEON FLEX OLED offers phenomenal image quality, excellent black levels and response times, with the ability for enthusiasts to manually adjust the curvature of its 45in 21:9 aspect ratio panel. From fully flat for strategy or productivity applications, to an immersive 800R curve for simulations and shooter games, and anywhere in between, users can adjust the display to match their content in seconds.

Combined with cutting edge gaming panel performance, the XENEON FLEX OLED is a true game changer for performance gaming monitors. XENEON FLEX OLED's 45in screen and 3,440x1440 resolution (21:9 aspect ratio), offers a stunning cinematic display experience that's ideally suited whether you're gaming, working or enjoying a movie. This combination of screen size and aspect ratio results in 20% more screen area than a 49in 32:9 ultrawide and 81% more screen area than a 34in 21:9 ultrawide. Finished with a specially formulated anti-reflective coating to reduce glare and reflections, XENEON FLEX OLED is built from the ground up to be an immersive gaming monitor, equipped with LG Display's protective Low Blue Light technology to help reduce eye strain even when viewed all day.

HyperX, the gaming peripherals team at HP Inc. and brand leader in gaming and esports, today announced the release of HyperX Armada 25 and HyperX Armada 27 Gaming Monitors. The new HyperX Armada gaming monitors lineup offer higher resolution for more immersive gaming and is compatible with NVIDIA G-SYNC. The HyperX Armada Gaming Monitors provide an all-in-one package that includes the HyperX Armada Single Gaming Mount with an ergonomic Armada arm that is compatible with all HyperX monitors and most displays with VESA 75 mm and 100 mm patterns along with an Armada desk mount. The Armada Single Gaming Mount is built to last with durable metal and supports monitors up to 32 inches in size and 20 pounds in weight.

The HyperX Armada 25 Gaming Monitor offers a 240 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time for smoother and faster competitive gameplay. The Armada 25 provides Full HD resolution for impressive visuals with vibrant colors and impressive detail with its 24.5-inch FHD (1920x1080) IPS panels built to deliver a competitive edge. The HyperX Armada 27 Gaming Monitor offers an even sharper image and higher resolution with its 27-inch QHD (2560x1440) IPS widescreen and VESA DisplayHDR 400, delivering clear detail in various lighting environments and a more immersive gaming experience. The Armada 27 also offers a 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time for crisp and smooth visuals.

The exclusive design brand Porsche Design and AGON by AOC - one of the world's leading gaming monitor and IT accessories brands - together present the Porsche Design AOC AGON PRO PD27S, a 27" (68.6 cm) premium gaming monitor with a design inspired by the elements of a Porsche sports car. Featuring a 165 Hz refresh rate overdriven to 170 Hz, 1 ms Grey-to-Grey (GtG) response time, as well as the DisplayHDR 400 certification and a wide color gamut, the PD27S is simply the gaming monitor equivalent to a sports car. The PD27S combines a striking, clean and functional design with high-level technologies, giving satisfaction to the user on any occasion ranging from day-to-day tasks, to business-related use, entertainment and high-performance gaming.

"We are now expanding our portfolio that we have created with Porsche Design with a new model. Sharing the same functional and artistic design platform as the PD32M launched earlier this year, the PD27S offers mainstream gaming features in a stylish package," says Stefan Sommer, Global Head of Marketing at TPV. "Building on the successful partnership with the premium monitor brand AGON by AOC, Porsche Design is once again bringing sportscar inspired design to the gaming industry. Having received the 2022 "iF Design Award" and the "Red Dot Award: Product Design 2022", the Porsche Design AOC AGON PRO PD27S received high critical acclaim, and the performance and level of technological innovation are equally as impressive as the design," says Roland Heiler, Chief Design Officer at Porsche Design.

Dell has launched a pair of new gaming focused displays under its Alienware badge and both are high refresh rate monitors. The 25-inch (or rather 24.5-inch) model goes under the model name AW2523HF and has a 1080p panel with a 360 Hz refresh rate. It supports Freesync Premium and it also supports VESA AdaptiveSync. It's said to have a 400 nits peak brightness fast IPS panel that has a colour gamut that covers 99 percent of the sRGB spectrum. Inputs consist of one DP 1.4 and two HDMI 2.0 ports, as well as a USB-B 3.0 input and four USB-A 3.0 outputs

The 27-inch model is called the AW2723DF and it sports 1440p resolution and here we're looking at a fast nano IPS panel that has a native 240 Hz refresh rate, but it can be pushed up to 280 Hz using an overclocking option. It supports FreeSync Premium, G-sync Compatible and AdaptiveSync, so here all your bases are covered regardless of which GPU you hook it up to. It's also an HDR 600 display with a typical peak brightness of 450 cd/m² and it has a wider colour gamut that supports 95 percent of the DCI-P3 spectrum. This is still an edge lit display, so don't expect amazing HDR performance. Connectivity is the same as for the AW2523HF, although it's said to support Picture-by-Picture and Picture-in-Picture, which the 25-inch model apparently doesn't. The AW2523HF will be available in early September for $450, while the AW2723DF will launch in early October for $650.

Targus, a leader in laptop cases and mobile computing accessories, announced it has launched a new integrated docking station and dual-display monitor to deliver a clutter-free, productive workspace. "This is the world's first solution that seamlessly connects a monitor, host dock, and optional secondary display, with only one power adapter," explains David Dorantes, director of product marketing, Targus. "It's a must-have addition to any modern professional workspace setup."

The 24-inch USB-C Docking Monitor with 100 W Power Delivery (DM4240PUSZ) merges a performance-driven, ultra-compatible Targus docking station with a 1080p HD LCD display via HDMI or DisplayPort, as well as the option to expand your screen setup with a 24-inch Secondary Monitor (DM4240SUSZ), sold separately.

In today's fast-paced world, mobility is a defining feature of everyday life - and greater mobility demands greater flexibility. Whether at home or at the office, with friends or with colleagues, multitasking or relaxing, users need solutions that can keep pace with their dynamic lifestyle. Thus, the Philips 16B1P3302, a brand-new, lightweight 16" (15.6" / 39.6 cm diag.) monitor is introduced. Rich in features yet highly portable for enhanced entertainment and productivity - all in a sleek, slim, multi-award-winning design.

"The Philips 16B1P3302 portable monitor was made for today's active, on-the-go lifestyle. We're past the traditional work environment and work life, welcoming hybrid work and extreme flexibility. This model combines the productivity and performance-boosting features of a fixed monitor with the easy portability of a laptop." - says Carlos Sanchez, Senior Product Manager for Europe at MMD Monitors & Displays.

Several new ASRock products have passed through the KCC, which is the Korean equivalent of the FCC and normally this would be a new motherboard or maybe some small form factor system, but surprisingly enough, we're looking at gaming monitors. The leak comes courtesy of @momomo_us who's dug up a lot of juicy details on two of the models, whereas we only know the basic specs for the other models. First up, we have the PG34WQ15R, which is a 34-inch curved VA display with a 3440x1440 resolution. It supports FreeSync Premium and has a refresh rate range of 48 to 165 Hz over DisplayPort and 48-100 Hz over HDMI, which seems to be an HDMI 1.4 limitation. The next model is the PG27FF, which is a regular 1080p IPS display that also supports FreeSync Premium, here with a refresh rate range of 48 to 165 Hz over both DP and HDMI. There appears to be multiple sub SKUs of this model, but all start with PG27F.

Then we have the PG32QF, which should be a flat 32-inch display, with unknown specs, but the Q in the model name suggests that it's a 1440p monitor. Finally we have the PG42U, where the U in the model name suggests it's a 4K 42-inch display. The stand looks nearly identical to the one ASUS uses for its ROG Strix XG43UQ 4K screen and the specs are likely to be quite similar too, which means we might see support for 144 Hz or higher refresh rates. All four displays are manufactured by TPV Technology, which produces its own monitors under the AOC, Envision and Philips brands. It's unknown when these new monitors from ASRock will launch, but considering they've passed through certification, it's highly likely that they'll turn up sometime later this year.

According to TrendForce research, global LCD monitor shipments reached 72.3 million units in 1H22, a level on par with to the same period in 2021. Certain whole devices orders in 4Q21 were deferred to 1Q22 due to logistics and transportation issues. In addition, some brands felt optimistic regarding the outlook for 2022, so they initiated aggressive promotions to stimulate sales in 1Q22. Although the Russian-Ukrainian war and rising inflation have seriously impacted demand in the European consumer market since Q2, demand for business models is still positive, which in turn bridges the gap left by the consumer market.

Looking forward to LCD monitor market trends in 2H22, TrendForce indicates, since most orders for business models had been digested by the end of 2Q22, coupled with the sluggishness of new orders, overall business demand momentum has not been as good as in 1H22. Consumer models are affected by rising inflation and interest rate hikes in the United States and market consumption continues in lethargy. LCD monitor shipments are expected to decrease by 5.4% and 2.4% QoQ in 3Q22 and 4Q22, respectively. The proportion of shipments in the first and second half of the year will fall at approximately 51.7: 48.3.

CORSAIR, a world leader in enthusiast components for gamers, creators, and PC builders, today expanded its CORSAIR XENEON family of gaming monitors with two new additions: the CORSAIR XENEON 32UHD144 and XENEON 32QHD240. Whether you opt for stunning UHD 4K resolution gaming or QHD at an incredibly smooth 240 Hz refresh rate, both monitors deliver the beautiful design, brilliant display, and innovative technologies synonymous with the XENEON name.

Now gamers and creators alike can experience gorgeous 4K visuals on the XENEON 32UHD144's ultra-slim, 32-inch 3840x2160 IPS LED display, perfectly complementing the monitor's vivid colors and realism made possible by Quantum Dot technology with 100% sRGB and 100% Adobe RGB color space. Now with HDR600, the XENEON 32UHD144 is capable of a wide brightness range and color gamut, for greater detail in the darkest and brightest scenes. Equipped with two HDMI 2.1 ports, DisplayPort 1.4, USB Type-C, and an integrated USB 3.1 hub to expand your connectivity, the XENEON 32UHD144 helps keep your connections tidy with RapidRoute cable management built into its stylish die-cast aluminium stand.