Category: Monitors

Diamonds, new heatpipes and metal fans: MSI at Computex

CPU coolers, GPU coolers, Graphics, Monitors, PC cases, Motherboards | | Jan Olšan

Our Computex 2026 coverage continues with a visit to another of the four major manufacturers of mobos, but also graphics cards, cases, PSUs, peripherals, and more these days: MSI, who is also celebrating an anniversary at this year’s show—the company was founded in 1986. Their display, however, wasn’t actually all that much about looking back. Instead, there were plenty of new and interesting products to see, including in cooling technology. Read more “Diamonds, new heatpipes and metal fans: MSI at Computex” »

From Computex 2026: New hardware and inovations from Gigabyte

Graphics, Monitors, Motherboards, Notebooks, PC cases | | Jan Olšan

This year, we once again have a colleague at the Taiwanese trade show Computex 2026, so we can show you some of the exhibits on display at the most important computer expo of the year. First up is a visit to Gigabyte’s showcase. At Computex, the company is once again displaying everything imaginable: laptops, monitors, stylish wooden and cute anime-themed component designs, and of course PC hardware—new graphics cards and motherboards. Read more “From Computex 2026: New hardware and inovations from Gigabyte” »

Demo technologií Nvidia (únor 2026) (Autor: Jozef Dudáš)

Our visit at Nvidia: AI game assistants and G-Sync Pulsar LCDs

Analysis, Graphics, Monitors, Technology | | Jan Olšan

Yesterday, Nvidia hosted a Central European media briefing where they showcased its latest technological developments live. Unsurprisingly, the spotlight was on innovations unveiled or launched last month at CES 2026—namely the G-Sync Pulsar technology for monitors and DLSS 4.5, both of which we have already covered in separate articles—as well as a demo of the ACE technology, which aims to bring AI-driven assistants into games. Read more “Our visit at Nvidia: AI game assistants and G-Sync Pulsar LCDs” »

Up to 16K TVs and Multiple Speeds: HDMI 2.2 Officially Released

Monitors, News | | Jan Olšan

At the start of the year, HDMI 2.2 was announced – a new generation of the display and TV connection interface widely used in consumer video tech and PCs. Despite the deceptively minor version number bump, it actually brings major changes, just like HDMI 2.1 before. HDMI 2.2 delivers up to double the bandwidth. The interface now rivals and even outpaces DisplayPort 2.1, becoming the most powerful method to link a PC with a screen. Read more “Up to 16K TVs and Multiple Speeds: HDMI 2.2 Officially Released” »

DisplayPort 2.1b introduced. New GeForce GPUs already have it

Graphics, Monitors, News | | Jan Olšan

A new version of the HDMI interface, HDMI 2.2 with new Ultra96-class cables was announced at CES. VESA’s competing DisplayPort standard is also getting an update, perhaps as a reaction to the new HDMI. It’s a minor upgrade though, with its label DisplayPort 2.1b indicating smaller changes compared to the previous new version 2.1a. This standard will be the first 2.x version available on Nvidia graphics cards. Read more “DisplayPort 2.1b introduced. New GeForce GPUs already have it” »

HDMI 2.2 is coming. Higher data bandwidth, but also new cables

Graphics, Monitors, News | | Jan Olšan

For quite a while now, we’ve had HDMI 2.1 support in graphics cards as well as monitors and TVs (since the GeForce RTX 3000 and Radeon 6000). While monitor and TV resolutions haven’t grown that much still only going up to 8K, refresh rates have been on the rise. And their demands should be addressed by a new version of TV and monitor output interface that’s on its way now – HDMI 2.2. Read more “HDMI 2.2 is coming. Higher data bandwidth, but also new cables” »

Philips OLED 807 test with Play-Fi external speaker

Extra tests, Monitors, Peripherals, Televisions | | Tomáš Brestovanský

Philips offers up to four different OLED models, and after the second highest (907), the cheaper model numbered 807 has made its way to us. However, to avoid repeating the same test over and over again, this time we’ll also focus on DTS Play-Fi technology, using the TAW6205 wireless speaker. Thanks to its WiFi connection, it has several advantages over conventional speakers. This will be discussed as well. Read more “Philips OLED 807 test with Play-Fi external speaker” »

Philips 27B1U5601: Affordable monitor for your work desk

Extra tests, Monitors | | Tomáš Brestovanský

A business monitor with a USB-C port, Windows Hello camera, KVM switch, LightSensor and PowerSensor. If you’ve heard this somewhere before, it was probably the Philips 34B1U5600 that we recently tested.This time, we’re focusing on the smaller, 27-inch variant, which is perhaps even more suited to the workplace environment than the curved widescreen. What makes the 27B1U5601 different besides the smaller diagonal? Read more “Philips 27B1U5601: Affordable monitor for your work desk” »

Gigabyte M32UC: 4K at 160Hz on curved 32 inches

Extra tests, Monitors | | Tomáš Brestovanský

Monitors at the moment are probably dominated by 27-inch models, which is logical given their price and availability. The next step in the evolution are 32-inch models, which include the tested M32UC from Gigabyte. This one is very similar to the recently tested G32QC. However, appearance is the only thing they are similar in, as the M32UC is a bit of a “different animal”. 4K at 160Hz and KVM are just the tip of the iceberg of what the monitor offers. Read more “Gigabyte M32UC: 4K at 160Hz on curved 32 inches” »

Bit of a “different” monitor. MSI Modern MD272QP Ultramarine

Extra tests, Monitors | | Tomáš Brestovanský

Monitors usually offer a very similar and rather unremarkable design in black or grey. Gaming models are trying to break out of this stereotype, with various red elements or RGB lighting. However, the world of professional monitors is virtually black and white, and MSI thought it would bring some colour to this environment, and not a grey one, but an “Ultramarine” one at that. That’s a colour particularly associated with Renaissance artwork. Read more “Bit of a “different” monitor. MSI Modern MD272QP Ultramarine” »

Iiyama G-Master G4380UHSU: A monitor as big as a TV

Extra tests, Monitors | | Tomáš Brestovanský

Large diagonal monitors are slowly but surely starting to catch on with more users, and the recent rise in popularity is no doubt mainly due to the boom of more OLED models. However, these aren’t the only option and you’ll find a number of IPS and VA models on the market, including the G4380UHSU from iiyama. This gaming monitor is based on a 42″ fast (144Hz) 4K panel. Price? 650 EUR. Read more “Iiyama G-Master G4380UHSU: A monitor as big as a TV” »

Philips 27E1N5600HE: A monitor can be “all-in-one” too

Extra tests, Monitors | | Tomáš Brestovanský

Although we have taken a break from the pandemic for a few months, the home office trend is not likely to go away any time soon. Regardless of whether you work from home or an office, the need for online meetings continues to grow, and everyone is familiar with the hassle of setting up cameras and speakers before a call. But what if everything you needed was part of the monitor and you could also conveniently unlock your computer with your face? Read more “Philips 27E1N5600HE: A monitor can be “all-in-one” too” »

Philips Momentum 32M1N5800 test: 32″ w/ UltraHD and 144 Hz

Extra tests, Monitors | | Tomáš Brestovanský

Philips has long focused more on professional and multimedia monitors, but it seems to be getting serious about gaming monitors as well. After the console-focused 329M1RV, we have the 32M1N5800, which offers the same 32-inch 4K 144 Hz HDR display, but in a slightly more aggressive design. The aim of the test will be to compare the two models and find the differences between them, as the paper specs are very similar. Read more “Philips Momentum 32M1N5800 test: 32″ w/ UltraHD and 144 Hz” »

MSI double monitor test: 2160p or 1440p resolution at 32″?

Extra tests, Monitors | | Tomáš Brestovanský

Until recently, 32-inch monitors were a relatively marginal category and manufacturers were pushing mainly the smaller 27″ versions. Recently, it seems as if the market is swarming with 32″ monitors, and after the latest from AOC, we take a look at two new gaming models from MSI right away. At first glance they look the same, but besides the name they differ in panels, connectivity, or other small details, which we will gradually break down. Read more “MSI double monitor test: 2160p or 1440p resolution at 32″?” »

AOC Agon 4 Pro AG324UX: Finally in the big leagues

Extra tests, Monitors | | Tomáš Brestovanský

I usually praise AOC in our tests for its great price-performance ratio, as the monitors we’ve tested so far have been aimed more at the lower to mid-range segment. Thus, there were usually a few compromises that the manufacturer made to keep the price attractive. The new AG324UX, however, is something entirely different. It is the first truly high-end gaming monitor from AOC in our tests to offer 4K at 144Hz, Adaptive Sync, HDR and USB-C. Read more “AOC Agon 4 Pro AG324UX: Finally in the big leagues” »

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