The 5 Best 1440p Monitors - Summer 2019
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Despite the popularity of 4k with TVs, not everyone wants a 4k monitor. That doesn't necessarily mean you should be stuck with a low-resolution 1080p screen. A resolution of 1440p (also known as Quad-HD) strikes a great balance between 1080p and 4k. For medium-sized screens, 1440p delivers enough pixel density to see more details, but it doesn't require a significantly more powerful computer for decent gaming performance.

We've reviewed 25 monitors with a 2560x1440 or 3440x1440 resolution, and below are our recommendations for the best 1440p monitors available to purchase in 2019. See also our recommendations for the best 1440p 144hz monitors and the best 1440p gaming monitors.

1. Best 1440p Monitor: Gigabyte AD27QD

   

   Gigabyte AD27QD

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   Usage Ratings - Version 1.0

   8.0

   Mixed Usage

   8.0

   Office

   8.5

   Gaming

   7.9

   Multimedia

   8.0

   Media Creation

   6.9

   HDR Gaming
   Size : 27 "

   Resolution : 2560x1440

   Refresh Rate : 144 Hz

   LCD Type

   : IPS

   Variable Refresh Rate

   : FreeSync

   The Gigabyte Aorus AD27QD is the best 1440p monitor we've tested so far. It's a versatile 27" monitor that performs well in almost any use. It's especially well-suited for gaming, with outstanding motion handling and excellent low input lag. It also supports FreeSync variable refresh rate technology, and it's NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible certified, so FreeSync works automatically when connected to a recent NVIDIA graphics card over DisplayPort.

   This monitor also has some great additional features, including a unique active noise cancelling feature, so your teammates only hear your voice, and not the ambient noise in your room. It also supports HDR, but there is little benefit to it.

   Unfortunately, like most IPS monitors it doesn't look as good in a dark room. Overall, though, it's a great monitor for almost any use, and it's an excellent gaming monitor.

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2. G-SYNC Gaming Alternative: ASUS PG279QZ

   

   ASUS PG279QZ

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   Size : 27 "

   Resolution : 2560x1440

   Refresh Rate : 144 Hz

   LCD Type

   : IPS

   Variable Refresh Rate

   : G-Sync

   If you want to get the most out of your NVIDIA graphics card, the ASUS ROG Swift PG279QZ is the best G-SYNC alternative to the Gigabyte Aorus AD27QD. Like the Aorus, this monitor delivers an exceptional gaming experience, with a fast response time, low input lag, and flicker-free backlight. This monitor also has an extremely fast refresh rate and an optional factory overclock for a little extra boost. Unlike the Aorus, this monitor doesn't support HDR, but this doesn't add much to the ASUS anyway.

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3. Best Widescreen 1440p Monitor: Dell AW3418DW

   

   Dell AW3418DW

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   Usage Ratings - Version 1.0

   7.7

   Mixed Usage

   7.9

   Office

   8.2

   Gaming

   7.4

   Multimedia

   7.5

   Media Creation

   5.7

   HDR Gaming
   Size : 34 "

   Resolution : 3440x1440

   Refresh Rate : 100 Hz

   LCD Type

   : IPS

   Variable Refresh Rate

   : G-Sync

   If you want a 1440p monitor with a wide aspect ratio, check out the Dell Alienware AW3418DW. It's a 34" monitor with a 3440x1440 resolution. This wide format offers more flexibility for multitasking, and it provides for a more immersive multimedia experience. The unique design looks great in any setting, and although it can't switch to a portrait orientation, the stand can be easily placed in a comfortable viewing position.

   This monitor delivers decent overall picture quality, and it has excellent motion handling and low input lag, which is great for gaming. It has great wide viewing angles, perfect for sharing work with a nearby colleague or a quick co-op gaming session, and it supports NVIDIA's G-SYNC technology.

   Unfortunately, it can't get very bright, so it might not look as good if you have a lot of natural light, and it also doesn't look as good in a very dark room. Overall, though, this is a very good monitor that should please most people.

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4. Cheaper Widescreen Alternative: Dell U3417W

   

   Dell U3417W

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   Size : 34 "

   Resolution : 3440x1440

   Refresh Rate : 60 Hz

   LCD Type

   : IPS

   Variable Refresh Rate

   : No

   The Dell U3417W is a good, cheaper alternative to the Dell Alienware AW3418DW. It isn't as advanced overall, as it's limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, and it doesn't support any variable refresh rate technologies like FreeSync or G-SYNC, which is a bit disappointing for gamers. Overall, though, although it isn't as well-suited for gaming, the Dell U3417W is a decent monitor for most uses.

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5. Best Budget 1440p Monitor: Dell U2518D

   

   Dell U2518D

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   Usage Ratings - Version 1.0

   7.7

   Mixed Usage

   7.8

   Office

   7.8

   Gaming

   7.7

   Multimedia

   7.7

   Media Creation

   6.8

   HDR Gaming
   Size : 25 "

   Resolution : 2560x1440

   Refresh Rate : 60 Hz

   LCD Type

   : IPS

   Variable Refresh Rate

   : No

   The Dell U2518D is the best budget 1440p monitor that we've tested so far. This versatile 25" 1440p monitor has wide viewing angles and delivers good overall picture quality. It has a simple, elegant design that looks great in any setting, and the excellent stand makes it a great choice if you're looking to equip an entire office.

   It's a versatile monitor, but it lacks some of the more advanced features typically found on higher-end monitors. It has a maximum 60Hz refresh rate, which may disappoint more serious gamers, and it doesn't support any VRR technologies like FreeSync or G-SYNC. It has a good selection of inputs, including a built-in USB hub.

   Unfortunately, although it supports HDR, there isn't much benefit to using it, as it can't get very bright in HDR and can't display a wide color gamut. Overall, though, this is a very good monitor for a variety of uses, and it should please most budget shoppers.

   See our review