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Best monitors for PS5 in 2026: 4K 120Hz, HDMI 2.1, and VRR picks
The PS5 only speaks HDMI and tops out at 120Hz, so a 500Hz PC monitor is wasted on it. Five picks that match what the console actually outputs.
Our pick: ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG32UQWMS for 4K 120Hz on PS5; Samsung Smart Monitor M9 if it also replaces a TV
ASUS
ROG Strix OLED XG32UQWMS
8.7$899.99 list ($699.99 on sale)
A 32-inch 4K tandem OLED with two HDMI 2.1 ports: room for a PS5 and a second console or PC.
Pros
- • Two HDMI 2.1 ports
- • 31.5-inch 4K OLED, 1,500 nits peak HDR
- • Three-year warranty
Cons
- • 240Hz and 480Hz modes are PC-only extras
- • Glossy coating reflects in bright rooms
Samsung
Smart Monitor M9
8.0$1,599.99 list
A 32-inch QD-OLED smart TV without the tuner: PS5 over HDMI 2.1, plus streaming apps and a remote.
Pros
- • HDMI 2.1, 4K QD-OLED
- • Tizen streaming apps and remote
- • Built-in 2 x 10W speakers
Cons
- • Only one HDMI port
- • Weak HDR brightness for the price
ASUS
ROG Swift OLED PG32UCWM
8.5$1,299
The premium pick: an RGB-stripe tandem OLED with two HDMI 2.1 ports and USB-C for a laptop.
Pros
- • Two HDMI 2.1 plus DisplayPort 2.1
- • RGB-stripe panel for sharp text when used with a PC
- • 90W USB-C
Cons
- • Expensive for console-only use
- • 250 nits full-screen
Samsung
Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SF)
8.0$699.99
For a 27-inch desk setup: the PS5 runs 1440p at 120Hz over either of its two HDMI 2.1 ports.
Pros
- • Two HDMI 2.1 ports
- • 1440p QD-OLED, great color
- • Fully adjustable stand
Cons
- • Not 4K; 500Hz is wasted on a console
- • No USB-C
Samsung
Smart Monitor M7 (32-inch)
7.0$399.99
The budget option: 4K at 60Hz with built-in apps and a remote, for a bedroom or dorm.
Pros
- • 4K for $399.99
- • Streaming apps and remote
- • 43-inch version for $499
Cons
- • 60Hz only, so no 120Hz modes
- • VA panel, 300 nits typical
Most gaming-monitor advice is written for PCs, which is why so many PS5 owners end up paying for 240Hz or 500Hz they can never use. The PS5 connects only over HDMI, outputs up to 4K at 120Hz, and needs HDMI 2.1 for both 120Hz at 4K and variable refresh rate. These picks are chosen around that; they are based on manufacturer specs and published reviews, not our own testing.
PS5 monitors compared
| Monitor | Size and panel | PS5 mode | HDMI 2.1 ports | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG32UQWMS | 31.5-inch 4K tandem WOLED | 4K 120Hz | 2 | $899.99 ($699.99 sale) |
| Samsung Smart Monitor M9 | 32-inch 4K QD-OLED | 4K 120Hz | 1 | $1,599.99 |
| ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCWM | 32-inch 4K tandem RGB OLED | 4K 120Hz | 2 | $1,299 |
| Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 | 27-inch 1440p QD-OLED | 1440p 120Hz | 2 | $699.99 |
| Samsung Smart Monitor M7 | 32-inch 4K VA | 4K 60Hz | — | $399.99 |
Best overall: ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG32UQWMS
The XG32UQWMS gives a PS5 everything it can use: a 31.5-inch 4K OLED, HDMI 2.1 for 4K 120Hz and VRR, and HDR highlights up to 1,500 nits. It has two HDMI 2.1 ports, so a PS5 and a second console or a PC can stay plugged in. It lists at $899.99 and dropped to $699.99 during October 2026's Prime Day sales.
Best TV replacement: Samsung Smart Monitor M9
If the monitor is also your only screen for streaming, the M9 adds Samsung's Tizen apps and a remote to a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED. Its HDMI 2.1 port supports the PS5 at 4K 120Hz, and it has two 10W speakers. The drawbacks are a single HDMI port and weak HDR brightness for $1,599.99 list; PCWorld found it for $1,249.99 to $1,324.99 at retailers.
Premium pick: ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCWM
The PG32UCWM's RGB-stripe tandem OLED is the best for sharing a desk between a PS5 and a work laptop: two HDMI 2.1 ports for consoles, plus DisplayPort 2.1 and 90W USB-C for a computer, with sharper text than other OLEDs. At $1,299 it is a lot to pay for console-only use.
Best 27-inch: Samsung Odyssey OLED G6
On a small desk, a 27-inch 1440p OLED makes more sense than 32-inch 4K. The PS5 supports 1440p output, and the G6's two HDMI 2.1 ports carry it at 120Hz. Its 500Hz rating only matters if you also game on a PC.
Budget pick: Samsung Smart Monitor M7
If you just want a 4K screen with apps for a bedroom or dorm, the $399.99 32-inch M7 (or $499 43-inch) works with a PS5 at 4K 60Hz. It will not do 120Hz modes or VRR.
Questions we get
What monitor specs does a PS5 need?
An HDMI input, since the PS5 has no DisplayPort. For 4K at 120Hz and variable refresh rate (VRR), the monitor needs HDMI 2.1. Any 4K monitor with HDMI 2.0 handles 4K at 60Hz. The PS5 also outputs 1440p, so a 1440p monitor with HDMI 2.1 can run supported games at 1440p 120Hz.
Is a 240Hz or 500Hz monitor useful for PS5?
No. PS5 games top out at 120 frames per second, so anything above 120Hz goes unused on the console. Buy a high-refresh monitor only if you also play on a PC.
Does PS5 VRR work on any FreeSync monitor?
Not necessarily. The PS5 uses HDMI 2.1 VRR. Some monitors support FreeSync over HDMI but not HDMI Forum VRR, and on those the PS5 will not enable VRR. Look for HDMI 2.1 with VRR in the spec sheet.
How do I get sound from a PS5 on a monitor?
If the monitor has speakers, the PS5 sends audio over HDMI. If not, plug headphones into the DualSense controller's 3.5mm jack, use a monitor with a headphone output, or connect a USB or wireless headset to the console.