Review: AOC U28G2XU

Conclusion

Stating the obvious, when choosing a gaming monitor it pays to know exactly what you want at the outset. With so many varying specifications to consider, it is easy to get lured by the promise of HDR or mega-fast refresh rates, and attempting to reach for the very top can result in huge price tags and panels that still fall short of perfection.

For those who prefer to play it a little safer, AOC's U28G2XU offers 4K resolution on a 28in panel at up to 144Hz for just under £600. An enviable deal on the face of things, and despite a keen price tag, the underlying IPS panel delivers outstanding out-the-box colour accuracy, fast response with minimal ghosting, and adaptive framerate synchronisation in the 48-144Hz range.

Ideal for silky, high-resolution PC gaming? Absolutely, though there are some shortcomings to be aware of. AOC's tactile buttons make OSD navigation feel like a chore, the display's HDR credentials are basic at best, and the absence of HDMI 2.1 means that console gamers are restricted to UHD at 60Hz or QHD at 144Hz.

Bottom line: the AOC U28G2XU is geared for 4K PC gaming at up to 144Hz and manages to deliver exactly that without breaking the bank.

AOC U28G2XU

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The AOC U28G2XU gaming monitor is available to purchase from Amazon.

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