There are plenty of great monitors you can get to use with your Xbox Series X. The console supports a bunch of gaming features, like VRR and HDMI 2.1 bandwidth for 4k gaming up to 120Hz. This means that a 4k monitor with HDMI 2.1 bandwidth can take full advantage of an Xbox. You can also get a lower-resolution monitor for cheaper, but because the Xbox supports HDR only in 4k, you'll need to make sure those lower-resolution monitors can downscale a 4k signal for HDR gaming. The Xbox also supports Dolby Vision, but only a handful of monitors support this. On every monitor we buy and test, we check for its compatibility with an Xbox.
There are a few factors that you should consider when gaming with an Xbox. For example, it's important for the monitor to have a fast response time for sharp motion, and low input lag for a responsive feel, but most monitors have low input lag anyway. While most gaming monitors have high refresh rates, you also have to consider the monitor's performance at 120Hz, which is the console's max refresh rate. Additionally, monitors with high contrast, good local dimming, and bright highlights help provide good picture quality.
Lastly, you should also consider whether you want to connect speakers or a soundbar directly to the monitor. While most monitors have an audio jack, making it easy to connect an audio device, some monitors don't have any audio output. In this case, you'd have to think of alternate ways of connecting your audio device.
We've bought and tested more than 365 monitors, and below you'll find our recommendations for the best gaming monitors for Xbox Series X. For more options, check out our recommendations for the best 4k gaming monitors, the best 120Hz monitors, and the best monitors for Xbox Series S.
Quick Look
We buy and test more than 30 monitors each year, with units that we buy completely on our own, without any cherry-picked units or samples. We put a lot into each unbiased, straight-to-the-point review, and there's a whole process from purchasing to publishing, involving multiple teams and people. We do more than just use the monitor for a week; we use specialized and custom tools to measure various aspects with objective data-based results. We also consider multiple factors before making any recommendations, including the monitor's cost, its performance against the competition, and whether or not it's easy to find.
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Best Monitor For Xbox Series X
Console Gaming9.4Xbox Series X|S Compatibility10CAD @ 120Hz9.9HDR Picture9.4SDR Picture10Brightness7.2Size27"Pixel TypeQD-OLEDMax Refresh Rate240 HzNative Resolution3840 x 21603.5mm Audio OutYesSee all our test resultsDolby VisionYesThe best monitor for Xbox Series X that we've tested is the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM. It's a fantastic 27-inch, 4k gaming display with a QD-OLED panel. It works well with the Xbox thanks to its HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, as it supports any signal from the console, including 4k @ 120Hz. Although the Xbox Series X can't fully take advantage of the monitor's 240Hz refresh rate, it still delivers an incredible gaming experience at 120Hz with crisp motion handling, and it even has a black frame insertion feature at 120Hz to reduce persistence blur.
On top of that, it delivers exceptional picture quality. It gets bright enough for highlights to pop, colors are vivid in HDR, and it even supports Dolby Vision, just like the Xbox, for better picture quality. It also has incredible contrast, as it displays perfect blacks next to highlights in dark rooms, though deep blacks look purple in bright rooms. If you find its 27-inch screen too small for your needs, you can also look into the similar ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM, which has a 32-inch screen. It's an older monitor that you can actually get for less when it's on sale, but it has slightly higher input lag than the PG27UCDM.
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Best Upper Mid-Range Monitor For Xbox Series X
Console Gaming9.3Xbox Series X|S Compatibility10CAD @ 120Hz9.8HDR Picture9.3SDR Picture9.9Brightness6.6Size27"Pixel TypeQD-OLEDMax Refresh Rate240 HzNative Resolution3840 x 21603.5mm Audio OutNoSee all our test resultsDolby VisionYesIf you find that the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM is too expensive for your budget, then the Dell Alienware AW2725Q is a similar option that you can get for less. It's actually very similar to the ASUS as it's another 4k, QD-OLED, so it has many of the same benefits, like deep blacks, vivid colors, and incredible motion handling. However, there are still some differences that make this monitor take a step back in terms of overall performance. The Dell isn't as bright as the ASUS, so it's a worse choice for gaming in well-lit rooms. The Dell also has worse PQ EOTF tracking in HDR, as it doesn't let highlights get the brightest they can, like on the ASUS. While this may seem minor, it impacts the picture quality when gaming with an Xbox.
Besides that, it's still a fantastic gaming monitor that supports any signal from an Xbox. It even supports Dolby Vision and actually has lower input lag than the ASUS, so gaming feels more responsive. While it doesn't have an audio jack to quickly connect headphones, it at least has eARC support, which is great if you want to connect a small soundbar.
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Best Mid-Range Monitor For Xbox Series X
Console Gaming8.2Xbox Series X|S Compatibility9.7CAD @ 120Hz8.1HDR Picture5.4SDR Picture7.4Brightness7.5Size32"Pixel TypeIPSMax Refresh Rate144 HzNative Resolution3840 x 21603.5mm Audio OutYesSee all our test resultsDolby VisionNoIf you don't have the budget for premium models like the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM or the Dell Alienware AW2725Q, there are some good mid-range monitors you can consider. One of those is the LG 32GR93U-B, which is another 4k monitor. Like the ASUS and Dell displays, it also has HDMI 2.1 bandwidth to take advantage of the Xbox Series X, except for the fact that it doesn't support Dolby Vision. However, it's a big step down from the two other monitors in terms of picture quality because it's not an OLED. It has a low contrast ratio and lacks a local dimming feature, so it fails to display deep and inky blacks in dark rooms, and highlights don't pop in HDR either.
It's not as good overall for gaming as the Dell and ASUS, as it has a slower response time, but motion still looks sharp, so there's minimal blur with fast-moving objects. Gaming feels responsive thanks to its low input lag, and its 4k resolution delivers detailed images. The 32-inch screen size offers an immersive gaming experience, but if it's too big for you, you can also look into the 27-inch LG 27GR93U-B. It's similar for the most part, but it has worse motion handling than the 32GR93U-B.
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Best Budget Monitor For Xbox Series X
Console Gaming7.4Xbox Series X|S Compatibility7.1CAD @ 120Hz8.5HDR Picture8.0SDR Picture8.2Brightness8.3Size27"Pixel TypeVAMax Refresh Rate180 HzNative Resolution2560 x 14403.5mm Audio OutYesSee all our test resultsDolby VisionNoIf you want the best Xbox Series X monitor and are on a budget, consider the AOC Q27G3XMN. It has a lower resolution than the LG 32GR93U-B, so games look less detailed. It also lacks HDMI 2.1 bandwidth to take full advantage of the Xbox, but that's what you have to expect for a budget-friendly monitor. Luckily, it has better picture quality as it uses Mini LED backlighting, which is a nice touch for a budget-friendly model, so it displays deep blacks with bright highlights. And even if you don't want to use the local dimming feature, it has a high native contrast ratio that makes it a good choice for gaming in dark rooms. Plus, it gets very bright, so it fights glare well in bright rooms.
In terms of gaming, it also has a fast response time, but sadly, there's some smearing with fast-moving objects, particularly in dark scenes. It at least has better motion handling than the similar AOC Q27G40XMN, which is sold at Best Buy in the United States. That said, that monitor costs less and gets brighter, so consider it if you prefer picture quality over motion handling.
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Best Cheap Monitor For Xbox Series X
Console Gaming5.9Xbox Series X|S Compatibility6.6CAD @ 120Hz5.3HDR Picture5.2SDR Picture6.5Brightness6.9Size27"Pixel TypeVAMax Refresh Rate165 HzNative Resolution2560 x 1440See all our test results3.5mm Audio Out1If the AOC Q27G3XMN is still too much out of your price range, you can check out some cheap options for even less, like the Samsung Odyssey G55C S27CG55. It's a 27-inch, 1440p monitor like the AOC, so it delivers the same amount of details and supports most of the same signals from an Xbox, except for the fact that VRR doesn't work with 4k signals. The biggest trade-off for getting this monitor over the AOC is that it has much worse picture quality. It doesn't have Mini LED backlighting or local dimming at all, and despite having a high native contrast ratio, it can't display deep and inky blacks that are needed for HDR. Plus, it fails to display a wide range of colors in HDR, and highlights aren't muted.
This is typical of most cheap monitors, and you'd have to spend more if you want better picture quality. It's still fine for gaming as it has low input lag at 120Hz, but its input lag is a lot higher at 60Hz. You would need to set the refresh rate to 120Hz in the console's settings to get this low input lag. Unfortunately, it has smearing with fast-moving objects, which is something to consider if you play a lot of fast-paced games.
Notable Mentions
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ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG:
The ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACDNG is an upper mid-range gaming monitor that you can get for less than the Dell Alienware AW2725Q. However, it has a lower 1440p resolution, so images aren't as detailed as on the Dell.
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BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX:
The BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX is a premium 4k gaming monitor that uses Mini LED backlighting. It gets brighter than the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM, so it's the better choice for well-lit rooms. However, it has more haloing around bright objects, and it has worse motion handling.
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MSI G274QPF-QD:
The MSI G274QPF-QD is a cheap gaming monitor that has better motion handling than the Samsung Odyssey G55C S27CG55. It's something to consider if you play fast-paced games, but it doesn't support 1440p @ 120Hz from an Xbox.
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ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG:
The ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG is a mid-range OLED gaming monitor that has better picture quality and motion handling than the LG 32GR93U-B. It only costs a bit more than the LG, so it's something to consider if you want an OLED. That said, it has a lower 1440p resolution and lacks HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, so it doesn't support all signals from an Xbox.
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Recent Updates
Oct 06, 2025:
We replaced the ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACDNG with the Dell Alienware AW2725Q, which has a higher resolution. We replaced the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx, which is hard to find, with the LG 32GR93U-B, and we added the Samsung Odyssey G55C S27CG55 as the 'Best Cheap Monitor For Xbox Series X' to give another option. In the Notable Mentions, we added the XG27ACDNG, the BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX, the MSI G274QPF-QD, and the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG.
Jul 03, 2025:
Replaced the MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED with the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM, as it supports Dolby Vision and has a black frame insertion feature. Also, replaced the LG 27GS95QE-B with the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG, as it's more vivid. Additionally, removed the MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED, added the PG32UCDM, and replaced the Dell Alienware AW3225QF with the Dell Alienware AW2725Q in the Notable Mentions.
Mar 31, 2025:
We removed the LG 27GP850-B/27GP83B-B because it's hard to find. We also added the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM and the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG to the Notable Mentions.
Feb 19, 2025:
We introduced a new format to the article and updated the text to reflect these changes. We also replaced the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8/G80SD S32DG80 with the MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED, as the MSI costs less. Additionally, we replaced the Dell G2724D with the LG 27GP850-B/27GP83B-B, as the Dell is hard to find. We also removed the Gigabyte GS27QC as a Notable Mention.
Dec 11, 2024:
We only made changes to the Notable Mentions to reflect the current market and to ensure consistency with other recommendations. We replaced the Gigabyte AORUS FO27Q3 with the MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED, removed the Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 S32BG75 as it's harder to find, and added the MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED.
All Reviews
Our recommendations are based on what we think are the best gaming monitors for Xbox Series X currently available. They're adapted to be valid for most people in each price range. The rating is based on our review, factoring in feedback from our visitors and price.
If you'd prefer to make your own decision, here's the list of all of our monitor reviews. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. Most monitors are good enough to please most people, and the things we fault monitors on are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.