The 6 Best 1440p Monitors - Fall 2019
Reviews

The Gigabyte Aorus AD27QD is the best 1440p monitor we've tested so far. This versatile 27 inch 1440p monitor offers quite a lot for its asking price. Picture quality is decent, and although the contrast ratio and black uniformity are quite poor due to the IPS panel, it does redeem itself in other outstanding features, including one that has never been implemented within a monitor: active noise cancelling.

This monitor supports AMD's FreeSync variable refresh rate technology for a nearly tear-free gaming experience. Although this monitor only supported FreeSync when it was first available, NVIDIA has since certified it as G-SYNC compatible after a driver update. The VRR technology, coupled with excellent response time, results in extremely clear motion with very little blur behind fast-moving objects. A black frame insertion (BFI) feature is also available to further improve motion blur; however, it can't be used when FreeSync is enabled. The Active Noise Cancelling feature found on this monitor isn't to cut out environmental noise for yourself, but to make it easier for your teammates to hear you by reducing background noise that can be picked up through the microphone.

This is a great monitor overall, and it deserves to be our top recommendation for 1440p monitors.

The LG 34GK950F-B is the best ultrawide 1440p monitor that we've tested so far. It's a monitor that targets gamers first and foremost, with its 144Hz refresh rate, FreeSync support and G-SYNC compatibility, excellent response time, and low input lag. That isn't to say that it can't be used as an office monitor and a multitasking powerhouse. The flicker-free backlight helps to reduce eye-strain, and although it's missing some more advanced features like picture-in-picture or picture-by-picture, it still offers plenty of screen real estate to get things done.

The IPS panel used by LG gives great viewing angles, outstanding gradient performance, and good color accuracy, but suffers in dark room performance due to poor contrast ratio and black uniformity. Overall, though, it's a great 1440p monitor for almost any use.

The Dell U2518D is the best budget 1440p monitor that we've tested so far. This 25 inch monitor has a simple, understated design with slim bezels, a surprisingly sturdy stand, and excellent ergonomics. Wide viewing angles, decent peak brightness, and good reflection handling all make this a great office monitor.

This monitor can do a lot, but it lacks some of the more advanced features typically found on higher-end monitors. The 60Hz refresh rate, the lack of FreeSync and G-SYNC support, and the mediocre HDR performance may deter some more discerning gamers. On the upside, Dell has once again provided us with an incredible selection of ports.

Overall, though, this is a very good monitor for a variety of uses, and a great choice for the budget-conscious.