Best monitors for PS5 and PC (2026)
The PS5 tops out at 120 Hz over HDMI 2.1. These four monitors cover that and still give your PC room to run faster.
By Offerove Editorial TeamUpdated 3 min readResearch-based, not hands-on
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The best monitor for PS5 and PC is the Dell 27 Plus 4K (S2725QC) for most setups. It runs 4K at 120 Hz and has two HDMI 2.1 ports, which lines up with the PS5's 4K 120 Hz mode. Want OLED? Pick the LG UltraGear 27GS95QE, listed at 240 Hz over HDMI 2.1.
Our picks
| Pick | Product | Store |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall | Dell 27 Plus 4K USB-C Monitor (S2725QC) | Check price at Dell (opens Dell in a new tab) |
| Best OLED all-rounder | LG UltraGear 27GS95QE | Check price at LG (opens LG in a new tab) |
| Best for fast PC shooters | Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) 27 in | Check price at Samsung (opens Samsung in a new tab) |
| Brightest OLED pick | Alienware 27 360Hz QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW2725DF) | Check price at Dell (opens Dell in a new tab) |
Buy if
- You play on a PS5 and a PC at the same desk
- You want 120 Hz from your PS5 at 1440p or 4K
- You sit close to a 27-inch screen, not across a room
Skip if
- You only play PS5 from the couch, where a TV fits better
- Your shortlist only lists HDMI 2.0 and you want PS5 VRR
- Your desk faces a sunny window and you want an OLED
One monitor for two machines sounds simple. But the PS5 and a gaming PC want different things. The PS5 needs the right HDMI port. Your PC wants more refresh rate than any console can use.
This guide is research-based. We started from Sony’s own support pages, then matched monitors to them using each maker’s spec sheet.
What does the PS5 actually output?
Short answer: up to 4K at 120 Hz, per Sony, and the console supports HDMI 2.1. It also outputs 1440p at 60 or 120 Hz, and supports VRR on HDMI 2.1 VRR displays. Anything above 120 Hz is for your PC.
Here is what Sony states, as of November 2026:
- 4K at 120 Hz: the PS5 supports HDMI 2.1 and 4K 120 Hz output. Use the cable that came with the console, or an Ultra High Speed HDMI cable, in an HDMI 2.1 port.
- 1440p: the display must support 1440p at 60 Hz, or at 60 Hz and 120 Hz.
- VRR: since April 2022, VRR works on HDMI 2.1 VRR-compatible TVs and PC monitors. A 2023 system update added VRR at 1440p.
Why HDMI 2.1 is the line we drew
Short answer: Sony ties 4K 120 Hz and VRR to HDMI 2.1. So every pick lists at least one HDMI 2.1 port. Three solid PC monitors in our catalog list only HDMI 2.0, so they missed the cut.
Those three are the AOC Q27G4X, ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS and ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ3A. Each makes 180 Hz over DisplayPort, but its HDMI 2.0 tops out at 144 Hz. They are good PC monitors. For a PS5 they are a compromise.
The LG UltraGear 27GR75Q lists two HDMI ports with no version. Check the HDMI version on LG’s page before you count on 120 Hz or VRR from a PS5.
One more check: our picks list adaptive sync standards such as FreeSync Premium. Makers don’t always spell out console VRR over HDMI, so confirm HDMI VRR on the maker’s page if it matters to you.
Match the HDMI port to the console, then spend the rest on what your PC can use.
The four picks
Short answer: the Dell is the sharpest screen and the safest PS5 match. The three OLEDs trade brightness for speed. Pick by your room and your PC’s GPU.
The Dell 27 Plus 4K (S2725QC) is our top pick. It runs 3840 x 2160 at 120 Hz, with two HDMI 2.1 ports and 65 W USB-C for a laptop. It is IPS, not OLED, so expect 350 nits and no HDR certification listed.
The LG UltraGear 27GS95QE is the OLED all-rounder. LG says 240 Hz needs DisplayPort 1.4 or HDMI 2.1, and ships an HDMI 2.1 cable in the box. It has two HDMI ports, one DisplayPort 1.4 and two USB 3.0 downstream ports. Typical brightness is 275 nits.
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) has 360 Hz and two HDMI 2.1 ports. Samsung lists the panel as OLED with Quantum Dot Color. Typical brightness is 250 nits, the lowest of our picks.
The Alienware AW2725DF is the brightest pick at 400 nits. Its 360 Hz needs DisplayPort; its single HDMI 2.1 port tops out at 144 Hz.
Refresh rate math: who uses what
Short answer: the PS5 uses up to 120 Hz on every pick. The headroom above that only pays off on your PC. The Samsung and Alienware give your PC 240 Hz more than the PS5 can use.
| Monitor | Max refresh | PS5 uses | Extra for your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dell S2725QC | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | 0 Hz |
| LG 27GS95QE | 240 Hz | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Samsung G60SD | 360 Hz | 120 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Alienware AW2725DF | 360 Hz | 120 Hz | 240 Hz |
Pixels matter too. The Dell’s 3840 x 2160 panel has 8.3 million pixels. The OLEDs’ 2560 x 1440 panels have 3.7 million. That is 2.25 times the pixels for sharper text, and 2.25 times the work for your PC’s graphics card.
Before you buy
Specs and Sony’s output rules in this guide are current as of November 2026. Put any two picks in our compare tool, or browse every model on our monitors hub.
The Dell also suits a laptop desk; see our laptops for college students guide. Shopping on November 27? Our Black Friday plan lists products with sourced specs.
The picks, side by side
| Product | Resolution | Refresh rate | Panel | Ports | Brightness | Adaptive sync | Spec score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dell 27 Plus 4K USB-C Monitor (S2725QC) | 3840 x 2160 | 120 Hz | IPS | 2x HDMI 2.1, 1x USB-C 5 Gbps upstream (DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode, 65W PD), 1x USB-C 5 Gbps downstream (15W PD), 2x USB-A 5 Gbps downstream | 350 nits | AMD FreeSync Premium | 6.5 |
| LG UltraGear 27GS95QE | 2560 x 1440 | 240 Hz | OLED | 2x HDMI (HDMI 2.1 for 240 Hz), 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 2x USB 3.0 downstream, 1x USB 3.0 upstream, headphone out (4-pole), optical audio out | 275 nits | AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible | 6.8 |
| Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) 27 in | 2560 x 1440 | 360 Hz | OLED | 2x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 2x USB 3.0 hub, headphone jack | 250 nits | AMD FreeSync Premium Pro | 7.4 |
| Alienware 27 360Hz QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW2725DF) | 2560 x 1440 | 360 Hz | QD-OLED | 2x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) downstream, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) downstream, 1x USB-B 3.2 Gen 1 upstream | 400 nits | AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, VESA AdaptiveSync | 8.0 |
Specs from each maker's official page, checked Nov 9, 2026. Spec score formula: methodology.
Dell 27 Plus 4K USB-C Monitor (S2725QC)
4K at 120 Hz with two HDMI 2.1 ports, so a PS5 and a second device can both stay plugged in. Its USB-C port also delivers 65 W to a laptop.
Good for
- Laptop users wanting one cable
- Students and home offices
Not for
- Competitive esports players
- HDR movie watchers
LG UltraGear 27GS95QE
A 240 Hz OLED that LG says reaches 240 Hz over HDMI 2.1 as well as DisplayPort 1.4, with a 0.03 ms response time. Typical brightness is 275 nits, so it suits a darker room.
Good for
- PC and console gamers
- Dark-room HDR gaming
Not for
- Bright rooms with direct sun
- Static office work all day
Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) 27 in
A 360 Hz OLED with Quantum Dot Color, tied for the highest refresh rate of our picks, with two HDMI 2.1 ports for a PS5 and another console.
Good for
- Competitive FPS players
- PC and console gamers
Not for
- Bright rooms with direct sun
- Laptop users wanting USB-C
Alienware 27 360Hz QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW2725DF)
400 nits typical brightness, the highest of our picks, plus DisplayHDR True Black 400 and 360 Hz over DisplayPort. Its HDMI 2.1 port tops out at 144 Hz, still above the PS5's 120 Hz.
Good for
- Competitive FPS players
- PC gamers with high-end GPUs
Not for
- Console-first players
- Static office work all day
How we chose
We read Sony's PS5 video output pages, then kept only published monitors in our database whose official specs list at least one HDMI 2.1 port. This guide is research-based, using each maker's spec page, not a review of units we own. Our methodology.
FAQ
Does the PS5 support 1440p on a monitor?
Yes, Sony says the PS5 outputs 1440p to a display that supports 1440p at 60 Hz, or at 60 Hz and 120 Hz.
Do I need HDMI 2.1 for a PS5?
For 4K at 120 Hz and VRR, Sony says to use an HDMI 2.1 port and the included cable or an Ultra High Speed HDMI cable.
Will a 360 Hz monitor run at 360 Hz on a PS5?
No, the PS5 outputs up to 120 Hz, so the extra refresh rate is for your PC.
Can I keep a PS5 and a PC plugged in at the same time?
Yes, each of our four picks lists HDMI 2.1 plus DisplayPort or a second HDMI 2.1 port.
Sources
- PlayStation Support: How to change PS5 console resolution (opens in a new tab)
- PlayStation Blog: Variable Refresh Rate support for PS5 is rolling out this week (April 2022) (opens in a new tab)
- PlayStation Blog: PS5 system software update with VRR support for 1440p (2023) (opens in a new tab)
- Dell 27 Plus 4K USB-C Monitor (S2725QC): Dell official specs (opens in a new tab)
- LG UltraGear 27GS95QE: LG official specs (opens in a new tab)
- Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) 27 in: Samsung official specs (opens in a new tab)
- Alienware 27 360Hz QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW2725DF): Alienware official specs (opens in a new tab)
Changes
- : Specs re-checked against official pages; the Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 panel is listed as OLED with Quantum Dot Color (not QD-OLED), LG 27GS95QE port details follow LG's US page, the HDMI 2.0 list now names only published monitors, and the PlayStation 5 Slim link is removed while its specs are re-checked.
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