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Best Gaming Monitor In 2022 For PS5 And Xbox

If you're not interested in a new TV, the next best option for your PS5 or Xbox Series X is a 4K gaming monitor.

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While gaming monitors are typically thought of for PC gaming, they are also worth considering for consoles. In fact, a high-end monitor with dedicated gaming features focused on performance can be an even better pick than the average 4K TV. If you don't mind a smaller screen and/or prefer to game at your desk while sitting in a comfy gaming chair, you can wind up saving a pretty good amount by opting for a monitor with gaming features. We've rounded up the best gaming monitors for PS5 and Xbox Series X below. You will notice that we've also snuck an OLED TV in here, simply because it offers the best picture of any display on this list and could double as a gaming monitor (it also has HDMI 2.1). After checking out our picks, you can read tips on what to look for in a gaming monitor for PS5 or Xbox Series X below.

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What is HDMI 2.1?

HDMI 2.1 is the latest HDMI spec that can transmit 48Gbps of information, which allows for a 4K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR. HDMI 2.1 also provides two benefits to gaming specifically. Variable refresh rate (VRR) and auto low-latency mode (ALLM) offer a smooth, tearless image and virtually no lag between your inputs and the action. The PS5 and Xbox Series X both boast HDMI 2.1 and can display gameplay at 4K and 120Hz--the PS5, however, does not currently feature support for any adaptive sync, including VRR, FreeSync, and G-Sync.

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Can I use the PS5 and Xbox Series X on my HDMI 2.0 monitor?

HDMI 2.1 is backwards compatible with HDMI 2.0 cables and devices, so you're able to enjoy the PS5 and Xbox Series X on any HDMI-compatible screen you own. You won't be able to take advantage of the consoles' 4K and 120Hz capabilities or the other benefits HDMI 2.1 provides, but most games don't run at 4K and 120Hz anyway, so you won't be missing out on too much. And games that do support 4K and 120Hz (like Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War) offer other modes that are enjoyable on their own.

What is 120Hz?

This isn't a new thing in the realm of PC gaming, but the PS5 and Xbox Series X mark the first time console gamers have been subjected to higher refresh rates. Most TVs and monitors feature 60Hz panels that can display up to 60fps. 120Hz panels can display up to 120fps and--when paired with adaptive sync tech like VRR, FreeSync, or G-Sync--provide an extremely smooth-looking image. This results in better-looking gameplay while also improving responsiveness and reaction time--a higher refresh rate can make it easier to react to enemies coming around corners or projectiles flying in your direction.

While no HDMI 2.1 monitors are currently on the market, that's about to change. Brands are already starting to announce HDMI 2.1-capable 4K monitors, like the Acer Nitro XV282K KV (expected to launch in May) and the Asus ROG Swift PG32UQ (set to release by the end of March). In the meantime, however, you can make use of 120Hz gaming on the new consoles by lowering your resolution to 1080p--that way, you'll have enough bandwidth to send through a 120Hz output. This story will be updated as monitors with HDMI 2.1 start to release, but in the meantime, check out some of the best Xbox Series X and PS5 monitor options currently available below. If you’re looking for a faster monitor for PC gaming see our guide to the best 240hz monitors.


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