Best Gaming Monitors in the UK (2026): A Buyer's Guide
Buying a gaming monitor in the UK in 2026 comes down to matching four things to how you play: refresh rate, panel type, resolution and size. This guide explains each in plain terms, then gives our best picks at every budget from the ranges we stock at FortyFourTech.
How to choose a gaming monitor
Refresh rate (Hz)
Refresh rate is how many times per second the screen updates. 60Hz is fine for casual play; 120–165Hz is the sweet spot for most gamers and consoles; 180–240Hz is for competitive FPS players who want every advantage. A PS5 or Xbox Series X caps at 120Hz, so there's no need to pay for 240Hz if you're console-only.
Panel type
IPS (or Fast IPS) gives the best colour and viewing angles and is ideal for gaming and everyday use. VA offers deeper blacks and higher contrast, which suits dark, atmospheric games and curved screens. Response time (measured in ms) matters too — 0.5ms–1ms is excellent and avoids motion blur.
Resolution
FHD (1080p) is the affordable, high-frame-rate choice and perfect up to 24". QHD (1440p) is the modern sweet spot for 27", noticeably sharper without needing a top-end graphics card. WQHD ultrawide (3440×1440 or 5120×1440) is for immersion and productivity.
Size
22–24" suits competitive play and smaller desks; 27" is the all-round favourite; 32"+, curved and ultrawide are for immersion, racing and multitasking.
Best gaming monitors by category (2026)
Best budget monitor under £70
The GAMEON GOES22FHD120IPS 22" FHD 120Hz Fast IPS (£56) punches well above its price — a genuine 120Hz IPS panel with PS5 support. For a slightly larger option, the Twisted Minds ECO 24" FHD 120Hz IPS (£69) is excellent value.
Best all-round 27" monitor
The GAMEON 27" FHD 144Hz Fast IPS (£109) hits the ideal balance of size, speed and price for most gamers. Want sharper visuals? Step up to the GAMEON 27" QHD 180Hz IPS with HDR (£119) — 1440p clarity at a high refresh rate for not much more.
Best for competitive / esports
For fast-paced FPS, higher refresh wins. The Twisted Minds Supreme 27" FHD 192Hz Fast IPS and the GAMEON Dominator 27" QHD 240Hz IPS (£214) deliver the ultra-smooth motion competitive players look for, both with 0.5ms response.
Best QHD monitor
The Twisted Minds Blaze 27" QHD 180Hz with HDR400 (£235) offers a premium 1440p experience, while the GAMEON 24" QHD 180Hz Fast IPS (£119) is a compact, high-refresh QHD option for smaller desks.
Best ultrawide / immersive
The GAMEON 34" Curved WQHD 180Hz VA (1500R, HDR10) (£229) wraps the action around you — ideal for racing and single-player. For the ultimate setup, the Twisted Minds Eclipse Pro 49" WQHD 120Hz curved (£419) replaces a dual-monitor arrangement with one seamless screen.
Best for PS5 & console
Consoles shine at 120Hz, so the GAMEON Dominator 27" QHD 180Hz IPS (PS5 ready) (£139) is a superb match — QHD sharpness with headroom to spare. Every GAMEON monitor listed as "Supports PS5" is built with console gamers in mind.
Frequently asked questions
What refresh rate do I actually need?
For casual and console gaming, 120Hz is plenty. For competitive FPS on PC, aim for 165Hz or higher. Going beyond your graphics card's frame output won't help, so match the monitor to your system.
Is IPS or VA better for gaming?
Fast IPS is the safer all-round choice for colour and speed. VA is better if you play dark, cinematic games or want a curved screen with deep contrast.
Is QHD worth it over FHD?
At 27" and above, yes — QHD (1440p) looks noticeably sharper. At 24" and below, FHD still looks crisp and lets you run higher frame rates more easily.
Do these monitors work with a PS5?
Yes. Our GAMEON monitors marked "Supports PS5" run at up to 120Hz over HDMI 2.1, which is the console's maximum.
Do you deliver across the UK?
Yes — FortyFourTech offers free, fast UK delivery on gaming monitors. You can browse the full range on our gaming monitors page.
Prices correct at time of writing and may change. Check the product page for current pricing and availability.