AOC is expanding its budget gaming lineup with four new monitors that prioritize high refresh rates and modern panel technology. These releases give players in the UK market access to sharper visuals and smoother motion without paying premium prices. These monitors target casual gamers and entry-level enthusiasts seeking frame rates higher than those provided by standard 60 Hz displays.
Four new budget displays bring high refresh rates to UK gamers
The entry-level option is the 24G50FAD/01, a 24-inch monitor that uses a standard IPS panel. It delivers Full HD resolution and runs at up to 180 Hz with a 0.5 ms MPRT response time. This model supports HDR and Adaptive Sync, offering a cost-effective option for competitive gaming.
Spec comparison
| Spec | 24G50FAD/01 | Q27GFXFAD/01 | CU34G4AD/01 | Q27G4ZRAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size | 24-inch | 27-inch | 34-inch | 27-inch |
| Resolution | FHD | QHD | 3440x1440p | QHD |
| Refresh Rate | 180 Hz | 180 Hz | 180 Hz | 260 Hz |
| Panel Type | IPS | Fast IPS | N/A | Fast IPS |
| Price (UK) | 89 GBP (around $121) | 179 GBP (around $244) | 259 GBP (around $353) | 229 GBP (around $312) |
Moving up in size and resolution, AOC offers the Q27GFXFAD/01 with a 27-inch Fast IPS panel. This QHD display hits 180 Hz and includes NVIDIA G-Sync compatibility alongside HDR10 support. For those needing more horizontal space, the CU34G4AD/01 provides a 34-inch ultrawide screen with 3440x1440p resolution and a 1500R curve. Operating at 180 Hz, the display supports both gaming and productivity workflows.
The fastest option in this batch is the Q27G4ZRAD, a 27-inch QHD monitor with a Fast IPS panel. It reaches a 260 Hz refresh rate and covers 123.6% of the sRGB color gamut, along with 95.2% DCI-P3 and 91.4% Adobe RGB. The wide color gamut makes the monitor suitable for content creators who also game, providing accurate colors alongside high refresh rates.
UK pricing starts at 89 GBP (around $121) for the 24G50FAD/01 and goes up to 259 GBP (around $353) for the 34-inch ultrawide. The 27-inch QHD models are priced at 179 GBP (around $244) and 229 GBP (around $312) respectively. The pricing positions these monitors as affordable options for upgrading existing setups or building new systems focused on value.
AOC has confirmed these four models with specific technical specifications and UK retail prices. The lineup covers FHD, QHD, and ultrawide resolutions with refresh rates ranging from 180 Hz to 260 Hz. Purchasers can select models based on screen size preferences and their priority for either maximum frame rates or broader color accuracy.
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