So far, there are no gaming monitors with HDMI 2.1. However, that may change starting May 2021. The first device with HDMI 2.1 is expected to be officially available then. This is exciting for owners of a PS5, Xbox Series X, or a new graphics card. MeinMMO presents what you need to know about the monitor.
Some new gaming devices already support the current state of technology with HDMI 2.1:
- PS5 and Xbox Series X|S support HDMI 2.1.
- Nvidia’s RTX 3000 series and AMD’s RX 6000 series also officially support HDMI 2.1.
PC gamers looking for a gaming monitor that supports HDMI 2.1 are currently out of luck. This is mainly because there are still no monitors available for purchase with the technology.
Some manufacturers have already announced monitors with HDMI 2.1. For instance, ASUS and ViewSonic presented gaming monitors at the CES 2021. However, prices or a release date were not mentioned.
When will the first gaming monitor with HDMI 2.1 be released? But now there is movement from a manufacturer. According to TechpowerUp, the 43-inch gaming monitor from ASUS (ROG Strix XG43UQ) is expected to be available starting May 2021 (via TechpowerUp.com). This would officially be the first gaming monitor in this format that you can purchase with HDMI 2.1.
ASUS describes the gaming monitor in its product overview as “the world’s first HDMI 2.1 gaming monitor with 43 inches” (via rog.asus.com)
How much will the gaming monitor cost? You can already pre-order the monitor from some retailers. The British retailer Overclockers has the device available for pre-order at 1349 British pounds (via overclockers.co.uk). This is equivalent to about 1,551.52 euros. The very similar ROG Swift PG43UQ cost nearly the same at release with 1500 euros.
The new gaming monitor from ASUS is a high-end device for 1600 euros
What does the gaming monitor offer? ASUS equips its ROG Strix XG43UQ with a 43-inch VA panel and a UHD resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels). The device offers a refresh rate of 144 Hertz. In 4K, thanks to HDMI 2.1, 120 Hz is also easily possible. This is especially interesting for gamers who want to connect their PS5 or Xbox Series X to the monitor.
In addition to two HDMI 2.1 ports, the gaming monitor also has two HDMI 2.0 ports and DisplayPort 1.4. You won’t find that on televisions, and it’s particularly interesting for gamers. The differences between HDMI and DisplayPort are explained in detail in this article.
Furthermore, the device is said to offer very good brightness. This is particularly interesting if you want to game in a very dark room.
With FreeSync Premium Pro, there is also a synchronization technology included that can prevent tearing during gaming. ELMB is also said to prevent blurring when you move quickly in a shooter and would otherwise encounter blurriness.
How good is the predecessor model? ASUS previously offered a similar high-end model with the ROG Swift PG43UQ. However, the old large-format gaming monitor did not offer HDMI 2.1 or such high brightness.
The online magazine Prad describes the predecessor as a recommendable model for enthusiasts looking for a large gaming monitor with many features. The magazine Prad also considers the price of 1500 euros to be reasonable (via Prad.de).
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For whom is the purchase worthwhile? About 1500 euros is a lot of money for a gaming monitor. Those who do not already have powerful gaming hardware in the form of a next-gen console or a fast graphics card like the GeForce RTX 3080 will likely not be able to fully exploit the potential of the gaming monitor.
In that case, Full HD or WQHD monitors with higher resolutions might be more worthwhile than a 4K monitor. With a price of around 1500 euros, the monitor appeals to enthusiasts who have space and already have performance.
For this price, you can currently also get a good OLED TV such as the popular and highly recommended LG TV LG OLED55CX9LA. This is available for about 1300 euros.
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Recommended gaming monitors for the Xbox Series X|S and the PS5 that are also worthwhile for PC gaming will be presented in our buying guide:
Why gamers should prefer a gaming monitor over a television
What should you consider? The most important argument for the gaming monitor is certainly the response time and input lag, as these are very low here.
Televisions often have a slightly slower response time, mainly due to the OLED technology used. LCD displays provide faster response times. Those who play competitively and need quick reactions cannot do without a monitor.
Gaming monitors also often provide significantly more connections. While HDMI connections dominate on televisions, you get HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB-C on a well-equipped monitor.
However, televisions often offer higher resolutions and lower prices. Some televisions already support HDMI 2.1. This is particularly important if you consider purchasing a new television for your PS5 or Xbox Series X|S.
The best TVs for Xbox Series X and PS5 are presented in detail in our buying guide. In this article, we also explain what you should consider when using a 4K television for gaming.
