Why get a gigantic, pricey OLED TV when the best PS5 monitors can save you space and money without sacrificing glorious visuals? After using a 4K gaming monitor to play PlayStation's vast library of games for years, pairing Sony’s sales-smashing machine with a monitor is an easy recommendation from me.
With fast refresh rates of up to 160Hz (even better for PC gaming), exceptional picture quality with 4K resolution and suitable sizes that make for a more intimate gaming session on a desk, using a gaming monitor for your PS5 is a fantastic option to look into. Plus, they won't cost nearly as much as the best TVs for gaming.
To find the best possibly monitors out there, our testing involves using a Klein K 10-A colorimeter to assess picture accuracy, seeing how response times fair for low input lag and more. If it makes those PS5 games shine, then it's a monitor worth looking into.
The best for most I'd easily recommend is the Sony Inzone M9 II, with its vivid 4K display, 160Hz refresh rate and excellent price at under under $1,000, this excellent 27-inch monitor is a visual treat. For a more budget option, the Asus TUF Gaming VG28UQL1A (that's a mouthful) features everything that a PS5 needs, from its 144Hz refresh rate and 4K quality to its two HDMI 2.1 ports.
We've got plenty of exciting gaming monitors to check out this year, but in the meantime, find the best PS5 monitors to can grab right now.
The quick list
Sony's Inzone M9 II takes over the top spot from its predecessor, offering phenomenal visuals, a higher 160Hz refresh rate and a sleeker design all for an excellent price. This 4K display will make sure your PS5 games look pristine every time you boot one up.
My favorite budget PS5 monitor boasts a lovely color palette, speedy 144Hz refresh rate and two HDM1 2.1 ports. The fact it rocks decent speakers is also a bonus.
This superb 32-inch monitor can produce stunning 4K pictures so detailed, you’ll be able to spot every last hair in Kratos’ epic beard. I also love its healthy array of picture presets.
I love the handy gaming features of the Aorus, which includes adaptive sync to smooth out frame rates. Picture quality is also excellent and the build quality exudes class.
A good value monitor that serves up bright, vivid images in crystal clear 4K resolution. I also appreciate its 144Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.1 ports.
It took me a while to finally land on a gaming monitor to use with my PS5 (and PC), but once I found one, I couldn't have been more pleased with the visuals on display. Since then, I've been on a pursuit to find monitors that do Sony's PS5 justice. And thanks to the help of our team of experts, we've rounded up the very best around right now.
The best PS5 monitors you can buy today
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The best overall PS5 monitor
You could say the Sony Inzone M9 II is a monitor made for PS5, but that wouldn't be dealing it a fair hand. That's because it's also a fantastic gaming monitor for PCs, making this an excellent option for those looking to make the most out of their PS5 and PC at a great price.
For just under $800/£900, the Inzone M9 II sports a 27-inch 4K (3840 x 2160) LCD IPS panel with a 160Hz refresh rate and an extremely low 1ms response time. It's a small but mighty update over the original M9 monitor, and thanks to its performance, it's now the go-to option for most with a PS5.
Expect a lean, clean gaming experience with fast response rates and smooth visuals. Speaking of, it comes with seven picture modes to match specific game types, including FPS, RPG and RTS games, and it even has a Cinema mode for when you're streaming. Although, the default Game mode easily offers striking colors and sharp details.
It would be great if there was an OLED option available and we could have done with better speaker quality, but that shouldn't take away from the value this PS5 monitor presents. This is a gaming monitor that's hard to beat.
Read our full Sony Inzone M9 II review.
The best budget PS5 monitor
The Asus TUF Gaming VG28UQL1A is simply a really good-looking monitor that won't cost you an arms and a leg. Not bad for a display that offers 4K resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate and a duo of HDMI 2.1 ports.
Of all the PS5 screens myself and my fellow display experts here at Tom’s Guide have tested, this TUF Gaming monitor produces some of the most accurate colors we’ve seen. The device’s HDR capabilities are almost unmatched on both PS5 and PC, particularly the way it handles reddish colors. The device even boasts perfectly passable speakers, which is definitely not the default when it comes to gaming displays.
If you’re a PC player, those two HDMI 2.1 ports mean you can easily connect the VG28UQL1A to your console and benefit from the handful of games that run at 4K and offer 120 fps modes. Then it’s simply a cause of switching back to your PC’s DisplayPort signal to let you dive into the best Steam games with a couple of clicks on the underside of your monitor.
Better yet, you can orient the screen vertically, which is a boon for productivity users. For a 4K display that offers excellent future-proofing and one you can tilt to your heart’s content, I think that $530 looks like quite the bargain.
Read our full Asus TUF Gaming VG28UQL1A review.
The best 4K PS5 monitor
The Dell 32 4K UHD Gaming Monitor G3223Q is one of the most straightforward PS5 monitors I’ve seen since my colleagues review here at Tom’s Guide. It’s one of my favorites to hook up to Sony’s console to boot. This 32-inch monitor isn’t showy or complicated, and I dig its minimalist design. It’s just a plain-looking monitor with a large, sturdy stand that displays absolutely gorgeous pictures whether you’re playing PS5 games or the finest PC titles on Steam.
Initially released for a wince-inducing $1,100, thankfully the price of Dell’s 4K panel has dropped significantly since its initial release. Now you can go ahead and buy yourself a desk with that big ol’ saving… although hopefully your current one will be able to house Dell’s 32-inch beast without dominating your workspace.
One big advantage of the G3223Q is that it renders vivid colors in either standard or HDR modes. As such, you can experiment with the PS5’s HDR and non-HDR options to see which level of color and brightness works best for you. I suggest going the HDR route, as Dell’s G3223Q can make PS5 games look brilliantly vibrant on its vivid, super-colorful screen. The final cherry atop this 4K sundae? There are plenty of picture mode presets you can choose from to help you get just the right image you’re looking for.
Read our full Dell 32 4K UHD Gaming Monitor G3223Q review.
The best premium PS5 monitor
The Gigabyte Aorus FI32U delivers a fairly big picture and the performance you need for playing the best PS5 games. Initially released at a spicey $1,000, it remains fairly expensive to this day, but it more than worth it when a discount pops up.
While the FI32U doesn’t have built-in speakers, it does have excellent picture quality, a unique design and the ability to rotate into a vertical configuration. That last feature is particularly cool and will definitely help those of you using multiple monitor setups in your home office save some space on your desk. It also has plenty of ports and an easy-to-navigate menu system that both get a thumbs up from me.
Just about every preset works well, whether you’re playing in standard or in one of its trio of HDR modes. When it comes to handling High Dynamic Range content, the Aorus FI32U is a strong performer. During testing, its screen reached a peak brightness of 505 nits in HDR 400, which is impressive. With so many PS5 games boasting brilliantly calibrated HDR modes, the Gigabyte Aorus FI32U is a well-matched partner for Sony’s smash-hit console.
Read our full Gigabyte Aorus FI32U review.
The best 144Hz PS5 monitor
The Gigabyte M32U represents pretty good value as far as 32-inch gaming monitors go. Though its official list price is $730, I’ve regularly seen this display go for as little as $550 at Amazon and other major U.S. retailers. At that price, this 32-inch, 4K screen, which reaches a blistering 144Hz refresh rate and includes HDM1 2.1 ports, will squeeze the most from your console. I reckon this PS5-friendly display is definitely worth a punt.
If you’ve got the funds, you’ll find the Gigabyte M32U has a bright, colorful screen, a sturdy stand, and excellent compatibility with PS5, but also for PlayStation fans out there who own gaming PCs. While there’s only one HDR mode, that means you won’t have to do much fine-tuning before diving into your favorite PS5 games.
In terms of picture quality, the Gigabyte M32U impresses me. The finest current-gen PS5 games feel fabulous on the Gigabyte M32U’s snappy screen, mainly thanks to its blistering 1ms response time. This monitor also gets plenty bright in its lone HDR mode, and it hit a more than respectable peak screen brightness of 480 nits during our testing.
You’ll probably want to use one of the best gaming headsets rather than the weak built-in speakers, and the menus can be a little cumbersome. On the flipside, port selection is terrific. If you want a reasonably-priced 4K monitor to pair with your PS5, I think the M32U is a solid choice.
Read our full Gigabyte M32U review.
How to choose the best PS5 monitor for you
- What size PS5 monitor do you need? The smallest selection on this list is 27 inches diagonally, which means it could live comfortably on a moderately sized desk. If you opt for a 32-inch monitor, you’ll need a large desk, or a small entertainment nook. One of our selections has a 43-inch screen, essentially making it a TV replacement, so that's probably more suited to an entertainment cabinet.
- How much should I pay for my PS5 monitor? Many of the best PS5 monitors are expensive, so you need to set a budget a prioritize the features you really need. As you can see in the reviews above, you can get the excellent Asus TUF Gaming VG28UQL1A 4K monitor for less than $600. In general smaller monitors are cheaper, and ideally you shouldn't need to pay more than £1,300 if you want the biggest and best monitor for your PlayStation 5.
- Do I need to buy external speakers or a headset? Most gaming monitor speakers aren’t good. Some are passable, sure. But if you really want to level up your audio while playing your favorite PS5 titles, check out the best PS5 headsets and the best Bluetooth speakers.
How we tested these PS5 monitors
We test PS5 monitors the exact same way we test PC gaming monitors. First, we unbox and set them up, evaluating how easy the process is. We examine a monitor from all angles, determining whether its physical design is anything special. We benchmark each monitor with a variety of standardized tests, which tell us about brightness, color and color accuracy. Then, we hook the monitor up to a PC and a PS5 and let the testing begin.
Generally, we test each monitor with PC games first, since it’s a little bit easier to try all the various menu options on each monitor. Afterward, we transition over to PS5 games, which present a better opportunity to test a variety of HDR options. Since much of this process is qualitative, we’ll frequently confer with other Tom’s Guide staffers to ask what they think of the brightness and color options.
Along the way, we also evaluate a monitor’s secondary characteristics, such as menu navigation, speakers, and remote control (if it has one).
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