Computing output devices

The line between TVs and gaming has been blurring for months. PC gamers are going to OLED TVs for high-end immersive experiences, and console players are flocking to high refresh rate monitors to get the most out of their current-gen consoles. But which should you choose? Picking between a TV and monitor for gaming largely comes down to what you play games on. You’ll likely want to use a TV for console gaming and a monitor for your PC. Here, we explore why and some important differences between the display types to…

Apple iPhone 14 Pro (top) and Nothing Phone 2 Andy Boxall / Digital Trends If you’re seeing remnants of shadowy or ghost-like images on your smartphone or tablet, your device may have become a victim of screen burn-in. It’s a relatively rare phenomenon among modern electronic devices where either all or part of an image remains faintly, but persistently on your screen, even when it’s either off or supposed to be showing you something entirely different. While display technology has constantly improved over the years…

Getty Images You probably spent a lot of time choosing or building your computer, and who wouldn’t? Especially if you’re a gamer, content creator, developer, or you work with AI. You want something suitably powerful to handle those tasks with ease. But while doing so, you might have forgotten to choose a top computer monitor. A model that includes high-resolution support, high frame rates, and an overall excellent design. Maybe you reused an old monitor. Or, perhaps you’d like to upgrade to a multi-monitor setup? …

Dell If you want to upgrade to a 4K monitor, the good news is you can get one for cheap from Dell. The 27-inch Dell S2721QS 4K monitor, which is already pretty affordable at its original price of $300, is down to just $230 following a $70 discount in a limited-time deal. There’s no telling when the offer expires and how long stocks will last, so if you want to make sure that you get this display for cheaper than usual, you’ll need to complete the purchase right now. Why you should buy the 27-inch Dell S2721QS 4K…

Dell UltraSharp 34 USB-C Monitor(U3425WE) MSRP $1,020.00 “The Dell UltraSharp 34 USB-C Monitor is an ultrawide monitor that's a great fit for the modern workspace.” Pros 120Hz refresh rate Great contrast Surprisingly good speakers Excellent port selection KVM switch Three-year…

Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDM MSRP $1,300.00 “This Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDM is the QD-OLED gaming monitor you've been waiting for.” Pros Fantastic color coverage Robust list of features BFI support at 120Hz Speedy refresh rate Beautiful glossy coating Cons…

Philips Amazon has a fantastic $100 off the Philips 27-inch 4K Creator Series Monitor bringing it down to $400 reduced from $500. It’s one of the best monitor deals you can buy today and it’s particularly ideal for anyone who wants the sharpest of pictures in this price range. A great deal, we’re here to go in further detail about what it offers so you’ll soon know if you’re buying the right 4K monitor for your needs. Why you should buy the Philips 27-inch 4K Creator Series Monitor If you’ve been considering one of…

Image used with permission by copyright holder HDR-capable gaming monitors are all the rage these days. Whether they’re OLED or mini-LED, it’s finally possible to get a really killer HDR experience from your monitor. Until very recently, however, you’d be spending lots of money to do it. Enter a new wave of mini-LED gaming monitors, with prices as low as $280, that call into question similar-priced monitors that are edge-lit or have no local dimming at all. You’d be right to be skeptical, and even though these new…

Jacob Roach / Digital Trends MSI and Asus are stepping up their monitor game. Both companies are now offering burn-in protection as part of the warranties on their OLED displays, which is a welcome layer of security considering how many displays both brands have launching this year. Although we’ve had OLED gaming monitors for close to two years, most brands have paid very little attention to the risk of burn-in. In January, we took a look at the burn-in protection that the largest brands offered on their OLED…

Jacob Roach / Digital Trends The two major innovations in gaming displays over the past few years have been OLED and mini-LED. These two types of displays have transformed the rather dire state of HDR for PC gamers, and now, you can find OLED and mini-LED options across gaming monitors, laptops, and TVs. From my perspective, though, there’s really only one choice for the best gaming experience. Although both mini-LED and OLED improve the gaming experience with excellent HDR, OLED still holds a massive advantage over…