The 5 Best Gaming Monitors For Xbox One X - Fall 2020
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The best 4k gaming monitor for Xbox One X is the LG 27UK650-W. It has good all-around performance and includes great gaming features packed into a stylish, modern design. It has a large 27 inch screen and 4k resolution to deliver an immersive gaming experience, and its wide viewing angles make it a great option for co-op gaming.

Its refresh rate is limited to 60Hz, but this shouldn't an issue if you're only gaming on the Xbox One X. It has a fast response time that results in minimal motion blur and native FreeSync support to reduce screen tearing. Input lag is extremely low and remains low even when playing with VRR or HDR enabled. As for its HDR performance, sadly, it can't display a wide color gamut, and it doesn't get bright enough to make highlights pop, so HDR content doesn't look much different from SDR content. It gets bright enough for use in most rooms, but it may struggle a bit in very bright settings.

Unfortunately, it doesn't perform all that well in dark rooms, as it has a low contrast ratio and sub-par black uniformity. There aren't many extra features on this monitor. You do get a black stabilizer feature that can make objects more visible in dark scenes and an upscaling feature to make lower resolution content look better. The backlight is flicker-free, which is great for reducing eye strain during long gaming sessions. Overall, it's a good, versatile monitor that should satisfy most people.

The best monitor for Xbox One that we've tested is the Acer Nitro XV273. It's an excellent gaming monitor packed with features. Its 1080p resolution is ideal for Xbox One owners as it doesn't need to upscale games, and it delivers good picture quality. Our unit has one of the best out-of-the-box color accuracy we've seen on any monitor, so you may not need to get it calibrated.

It has an outstanding response time at 60Hz, resulting in minimal motion blur. It has a Black Frame Insertion feature to help clear up motion blur, but it has a minimum flicker of 120Hzc, so you may notice image duplication with 60Hz content. The input lag is incredibly low at 60Hz, and it stays low even in HDR. Speaking about HDR, it gets decently bright in that mode and has remarkable gradient handling, but sadly, it doesn't display a wide color gamut for HDR content. It has built-in speakers, which is great if you don't want to buy a set, and it has a USB hub so you can charge your devices while gaming. Lastly, it has very good ergonomics that make it easier to place the screen in an ideal viewing position.

Unfortunately, it's not a good choice for dark room gaming because it has a low contrast ratio, and there's some backlight bleed, but that's typical of IPS panels. However, that means it has wide viewing angles, making it ideal for co-op gaming. If you game in a well-lit environment, it gets bright enough to combat glare and has decent reflection handling. Overall, most people should be happy with this, making it the best gaming monitor for Xbox One that we've tested.

 The best budget gaming monitor for the Xbox One that we've tested is the ASUS ProArt Display PA278QV. It's a 27 inch monitor that's intended for creative professionals; however, its impressive performance makes it a great gaming monitor. It has a 1440p IPS panel with wide viewing angles, it handles reflections well, and it gets bright enough to combat glare even in the brightest settings. The stand allows for all manner of adjustments, with an impressive 180-degree swivel range.

Response time is great, which results in only a short blur trail behind fast-moving objects, and it has a native 75Hz refresh rate that makes motion look slightly smoother than your typical 60Hz panel. It supports FreeSync variable refresh rate (VRR) to reduce screen tearing, and it's compatible with NVIDIA's G-SYNC. There's an optional Black Frame Insertion feature that can improve motion clarity, but it can't be used at the same time as VRR. Input lag is also incredibly low on it.

The main downside is the lack of HDR support, and it's also less suitable for dark room gaming due to its low contrast ratio, which is typical for an IPS panel. On the upside, it has good out-of-the-box color accuracy, four USB 3.0 ports, and its integrated speakers can be used to play audio from an external device. If you're looking for the best monitor for Xbox One X, this is a well-rounded, versatile, and budget-friendly option that's easy to recommend.