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1440p (2560 × 1440) on a 27-inch screen is the sweet spot for most PC gamers: noticeably sharper than 1080p, and much easier to run at high frame rates than 4K. The big decision now is IPS or OLED. IPS is cheaper and has no burn-in worries; OLED has perfect blacks and lightning-fast response, but costs more and needs a bit of care. (Here’s how we choose products.)
- Best for most people: MSI MAG 275QF (#1)
- Best affordable OLED: Samsung Odyssey OLED G5 (#2)
- Best fast IPS: Lenovo Legion 27Q-10 (#3)
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| # | Product | Best for | Key spec | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MSI MAG 275QF 27" WQHD 180Hz Rapid IPS Gaming MonitorBest for most people | A fast, sharp first 1440p monitor | 27" 1440p · 180Hz Rapid IPS · 0.5ms GtG · DP 1.4 + HDMI 2.0b | Check price (opens in a new tab, affiliate link) |
| 2 | Samsung Odyssey OLED G5 LS27FG502SUXXU 27" QHDBest affordable OLED | Your first OLED | 27" QD-OLED 1440p · 180Hz · 0.03ms GtG · Glare Free | Check price (opens in a new tab, affiliate link) |
| 3 | Lenovo Legion 27Q-10 27" QHD 240Hz IPSBest fast IPS | 240Hz without OLED | 27" IPS 1440p · 240Hz · 2 × HDMI 2.1 · DP 1.4 | Check price (opens in a new tab, affiliate link) |
| 4 | MSI MAG 274QP QD-OLED X24 26.5" WQHD 240HzBest OLED all-rounder | Gaming and colour work | 26.5" QD-OLED · 240Hz · 10-bit, 99% DCI-P3 · HDMI 2.1 | Check price (opens in a new tab, affiliate link) |
| 5 | Samsung Odyssey G5 LS27CG552EUXXU 27" Curved QHD 165HzBest curved | Immersive single-player games | 27" 1000R curve · 1440p · 165Hz · HDR10 | Check price (opens in a new tab, affiliate link) |
| 6 | Acer Nitro KG272UG 27" QHD 120Hz IPSBest budget | Sharper picture on a tight budget | 27" IPS 1440p · 120Hz · Adaptive Sync | Check price (opens in a new tab, affiliate link) |
| 7 | LG UltraGear GX7 27GX700A 27" QHD WOLED 280HzBrightest OLED | Bright rooms and HDR | 27" 4th-gen WOLED · 280Hz · up to 1500 nits peak · fully adjustable stand | Check price (opens in a new tab, affiliate link) |
1. MSI MAG 275QF 27" WQHD 180Hz Rapid IPS Gaming Monitor
by MSI
Price & availability on Amazon.co.uk
Who it’s for: PC gamers stepping up from 1080p who want a quick, colourful IPS screen without OLED money.
Verdict: Our top pick for most people. A 27-inch 2560 × 1440 Rapid IPS panel at 180Hz with a 0.5ms (GtG, min.) response time, 101% sRGB and DisplayPort 1.4 plus HDMI 2.0b. It does the basics really well.
What we like
- 180Hz at 1440p (listing)
- 101% sRGB, 8-bit + FRC (listing)
- HDMI CEC for consoles and laptops
- Sold by Amazon when we checked
Worth knowing
- HDMI 2.0b tops out at 144Hz at 1440p (listing)
- Tilt-only stand
Key specs
- Panel
- 27" Rapid IPS, 2560 × 1440 (listing)
- Refresh
- 180Hz (listing)
- Ports
- DP 1.4, HDMI 2.0b (listing)
- Seller seen
- Amazon
Source: Amazon UK product listing (seller-provided details), checked 16 October 2026.
2. Samsung Odyssey OLED G5 LS27FG502SUXXU 27" QHD
by Samsung
Price & availability on Amazon.co.uk
Who it’s for: Gamers who want OLED contrast and speed, but don’t need the highest refresh rate.
Verdict: A QD-OLED panel at 1440p and 180Hz with a 0.03ms (GtG) response time, Samsung’s Glare Free coating and OLED Safeguard features (thermal modulation, logo and taskbar detection) to help look after the screen.
What we like
- QD-OLED at 1440p (listing)
- Glare Free coating (listing)
- OLED Safeguard burn-in protections
- Sold by Amazon when we checked
Worth knowing
- 180Hz, not 240Hz+ like #4 and #7
- OLED needs a little care with static images
Key specs
- Panel
- 27" QD-OLED, 2560 × 1440 (listing)
- Refresh
- 180Hz, 0.03ms GtG (listing)
- Ports
- DisplayPort, HDMI, headphone (listing)
- Seller seen
- Amazon
Source: Amazon UK product listing (seller-provided details), checked 16 October 2026.
3. Lenovo Legion 27Q-10 27" QHD 240Hz IPS
by Lenovo
Price & availability on Amazon.co.uk
Who it’s for: Competitive players who want a high refresh rate but would rather avoid OLED.
Verdict: A 240Hz QHD IPS panel with 0.5ms MPRT, 99% sRGB, two HDMI 2.1 ports and DisplayPort 1.4. The HDMI 2.1 ports make it a good shout if a console shares the desk.
What we like
- 240Hz IPS at 1440p (listing)
- Two HDMI 2.1 ports and DP 1.4
- G-Sync, FreeSync Premium and Adaptive Sync listed
- Sold by Amazon when we checked
Worth knowing
- IPS contrast can’t match OLED
Key specs
- Panel
- 27" IPS, 2560 × 1440 (listing)
- Refresh
- 240Hz (listing)
- Ports
- 2 × HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4, 3.5mm out (listing)
- Seller seen
- Amazon
Source: Amazon UK product listing (seller-provided details), checked 16 October 2026.
4. MSI MAG 274QP QD-OLED X24 26.5" WQHD 240Hz
by MSI
Price & availability on Amazon.co.uk
Who it’s for: Players who also edit photos or video and want OLED with accurate colour.
Verdict: A 240Hz QD-OLED with 10-bit colour, 99% DCI-P3 and Delta E ≤2, a fanless graphene heatsink, OLED Care 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4a plus HDMI 2.1. A strong all-rounder.
What we like
- 10-bit colour, 99% DCI-P3, Delta E ≤2 (listing)
- Fanless graphene heatsink
- 4-way adjustable stand, VESA 100mm
- Sold by Amazon when we checked
Worth knowing
- 26.5-inch viewable, a touch smaller than a full 27
Key specs
- Panel
- 26.5" QD-OLED WQHD (listing)
- Refresh
- 240Hz, 0.03ms GtG (listing)
- Ports
- DP 1.4a, HDMI 2.1 (listing)
- Seller seen
- Amazon
Source: Amazon UK product listing (seller-provided details), checked 16 October 2026.
5. Samsung Odyssey G5 LS27CG552EUXXU 27" Curved QHD 165Hz
by Samsung
Price & availability on Amazon.co.uk
Who it’s for: Players who like a curved screen for racing and story games.
Verdict: A tight 1000R curve at 1440p and 165Hz with FreeSync and HDR10, and a 2-year manufacturer warranty, per the listing.
What we like
- 1000R curve wraps around you
- 165Hz, 1ms MPRT (listing)
- Sold by Amazon when we checked
Worth knowing
- 1000R is a strong curve – not everyone likes it
Key specs
- Panel
- 27" curved, 2560 × 1440 (listing)
- Refresh
- 165Hz (listing)
- Warranty
- 2 years (listing)
- Seller seen
- Amazon
Source: Amazon UK product listing (seller-provided details), checked 16 October 2026.
6. Acer Nitro KG272UG 27" QHD 120Hz IPS
by Acer
Price & availability on Amazon.co.uk
Who it’s for: Gamers on a budget, or with a mid-range PC, who mostly want the sharpness of 1440p.
Verdict: A simple 27-inch QHD IPS at 120Hz with VESA Adaptive Sync and a 1ms response time. Not the fastest, but a big step up in detail from a 1080p screen.
What we like
- 1440p IPS (listing)
- Adaptive Sync
- Sold by Amazon when we checked
Worth knowing
- 120Hz is the lowest refresh rate here
Key specs
- Panel
- 27" IPS, 2560 × 1440 (listing)
- Refresh
- 120Hz (listing)
- Seller seen
- Amazon
Source: Amazon UK product listing (seller-provided details), checked 16 October 2026.
7. LG UltraGear GX7 27GX700A 27" QHD WOLED 280Hz
by LG
Price & availability on Amazon.co.uk
Who it’s for: Players in bright rooms who want a very bright OLED for HDR games.
Verdict: LG’s 4th-gen WOLED with Primary RGB Tandem, up to 1500 nits peak brightness, VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500, 280Hz and a stand that swivels, tilts, pivots and adjusts for height.
What we like
- Up to 1500 nits peak (listing)
- 280Hz, 0.03ms GtG
- Fully adjustable stand
Worth knowing
- Third-party seller (AAP SALES UK)
- Heaviest here (9kg on the listing)
Key specs
- Panel
- 27" WOLED, 2560 × 1440 (listing)
- Refresh
- 280Hz (listing)
- Seller seen
- Third party (AAP SALES UK)
Source: Amazon UK product listing (seller-provided details), checked 16 October 2026.
FAQ
Is 1440p worth it over 1080p?
On a 27-inch screen, yes for most people. It’s much sharper, and modern mid-range graphics cards can run it at high frame rates.
IPS or OLED?
IPS (#1, #3, #6) is cheaper with no burn-in worries. OLED (#2, #4, #7) has perfect blacks and faster response, but costs more and needs care with static images.
What refresh rate do I need?
144–180Hz suits most players. 240Hz and up is for competitive shooters, and you need a PC that can hit those frame rates.
Can I use these with a PS5?
Check the HDMI ports. The Lenovo (#3) and MSI 274QP (#4) list HDMI 2.1. The MSI 275QF (#1) lists HDMI 2.0b at up to 144Hz.
