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The 3 Best G-SYNC Monitors - Fall 2023 Reviews

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Best G-SYNC Monitors

G-SYNC is a variable refresh rate (VRR) technology developed by NVIDIA to reduce screen tearing in games, and you need an NVIDIA graphics card and a monitor that supports G-SYNC for it to work. While most monitors are G-SYNC compatible, some have an NVIDIA chip built-in that gives them native G-SYNC support, letting you take full advantage of your NVIDIA graphics card. You can get extra features with this, like variable overdrive to improve the appearance of motion across different refresh rates. Some even support NVIDIA's Reflex Latency Analyzer, which measures the latency of your entire setup. You can also learn more about G-SYNC here.

The market for native G-SYNC monitors is somewhat limited, but there are still some great options you can get. It's important to remember that they tend to cost a bit more than G-SYNC-compatible monitors because of the built-in NVIDIA chip. Having a monitor with native G-SYNC support doesn't guarantee great gaming performance, as you still want something with smooth motion handling and low input lag for a responsive feel.

We've bought and tested over 295 monitors, and below are our recommendations for the best monitors with native G-SYNC support to buy. Check out our recommendations for the best gaming monitors, the best 240Hz monitors, and the best 1440p gaming monitors.


  1. Best G-SYNC Monitor

    The Dell Alienware AW3423DW is the best G-SYNC monitor that we've tested. It's an ultrawide display with a 34-inch screen and 3440x1440 resolution, which is great if you like playing FPS or atmospheric games. It's also fantastic if your games have a lot of fast-moving content because it has a near-instantaneous response time that results in minimal motion blur. It also has a max 175Hz refresh rate, which you can achieve with a DisplayPort connection.

    On top of its excellent gaming performance, it delivers exceptional picture quality, thanks to its QD-OLED panel with perfect black levels and no blooming in dark rooms. It also displays a wide range of colors and gets bright for a satisfying HDR experience, which is great if you play HDR games. Unfortunately, QD-OLEDs like this one are prone to burn-in when exposed to the same static elements over time, like if you leave it on the same gaming menu all the time, but this isn't a big concern for most gamers. If it concerns you, you can also consider the LG 34GP950G-B, another ultrawide monitor with native G-SYNC support, but it has worse picture quality.

    See our review

  2. Best 27-Inch G-SYNC Monitor

    If you don't like the ultrawide format of the Dell Alienware AW3423DW and you prefer a 27-inch model, there are some options you can get in this size range. One of those is the ASUS ROG Swift PG279QM, which doesn't deliver the same outstanding picture quality as the Dell because it doesn't have a QD-OLED panel, so blacks look gray in the dark. One advantage is its higher 240Hz refresh rate, which is great for competitive gaming, and its 1440p resolution delivers details in games, too. If you want a 1440p monitor with an even higher 360Hz refresh rate, consider the ASUS ROG Swift 360Hz PG27AQN, but it costs much more.

    The PG279QM is an impressive gaming monitor with an excellent response time that remains consistently fast, no matter the refresh rate you're gaming at. Unlike the Dell, it supports NVIDIA Reflex Latency Analyzer, which helps identify which sources cause the most delay in your gaming setup, but you need a compatible mouse for that feature to work.

    See our review

  3. Best 25-Inch G-SYNC Monitor

    If you don't care about having a large screen and you want something with a high refresh rate, smaller displays tend to have refresh rates higher than the 240Hz on the ASUS ROG Swift PG279QM. If you want that, the Dell Alienware AW2524H is a great choice with an incredibly fast 500Hz refresh rate. It has a lower 1080p resolution than the ASUS, so images aren't as detailed, but that means it's easier for your graphics card to reach high frame rates. If you don't have the highest-end graphics card that can maintain high frame rates, you can also consider the older 360Hz Dell Alienware AW2521H, but it can be harder to find.

    As for the AW2524H, its gaming performance is impressive as it has an extremely fast response time at its max refresh rate. The response time remains quick even at lower refresh rates, meaning motion looks smooth with any type of game. It also has a backlight strobing to further reduce persistence blur, but it only works between 120Hz and 360Hz, and you can't use it simultaneously with VRR.

    See our review

Notable Mentions

  • Dell Alienware AW2721D: The Dell Alienware AW2721D is an alternative to the ASUS ROG Swift PG279QM because it has many of the same features, including its 240Hz refresh rate and 1440p resolution, but it's an older monitor that's harder to find. See our review
  • ASUS ROG Swift 360Hz PG259QN: The ASUS ROG Swift 360Hz PG259QN is a 25-inch monitor that has a lower 360Hz refresh rate than the Dell Alienware AW2524H, so it's a good alternative if you don't need such a high refresh rate, but it's harder to find. See our review

Recent Updates

  1. Oct 12, 2023: Moved the ASUS ROG Swift 360Hz PG259QN to Notable Mentions because it's hard to find; renamed the Dell Alienware AW2524H and the ASUS ROG Swift PG279QM to 'Best 25-Inch' and 'Best 27-Inch' respectively to better separate the categories.

  2. Aug 16, 2023: Replaced the LG 34GP950G-B with the Dell Alienware AW2524H and renamed to 'Best G-SYNC Monitor For Esports' to reflect the G-SYNC monitor market; added the Dell Alienware AW2721D to Notable Mentions.

  3. Jun 19, 2023: Verified that the monitors are still available to purchase and updated text for clarity throughout; added the Dell Alienware AW2521H to Notable Mentions.

  4. Apr 21, 2023: Added the ASUS ROG Swift PG279QM as a mid-range pick because it's available again; added the ASUS ROG Swift 360Hz PG27AQN and Dell Alienware AW2524H to Notable Mentions.

  5. Feb 16, 2023: Removed the ASUS ROG Swift PG279QM and replaced the Dell Alienware AW2521H with the ASUS ROG Swift 360Hz PG259QN because the ASUS and Dell are hard to find; updated Notable Mentions based on changes.

All Reviews

Our recommendations are based on what we think are the best G-SYNC monitors that are currently available. They are adapted to be valid for most people, in each price range. Rating is based on our review, factoring in price and feedback from our visitors.

If you would prefer to make your own decision, here is the list of all our reviews of monitors with native G-SYNC support. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. Most monitors are good enough to please most people, and the things we fault monitors on are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.