Best Mini LED monitors in 2022 (Gaming, video editing, entertainment)
We explore some of the best new mini LED monitors in 2022
Memorial Day mini LED monitor deals are coming thick and fast – here are the best deals today:
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$799now $629 - LG 27GP950-B: Was
$899now $799 - Gigabyte M32U: Was
$799now $729 - Gigabyte AORUS FV43U: Was
$1,099now $699 - ASUS TUF VG28UQL1A: Was
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Mini LED monitors have been flirting around the perimeter of the mainstream display marketplace for some time now. However, that could all be about to change as we enter into the next phase of gaming monitor technology.
Mini LED backlight monitors offer a huge range of benefits when compared to generic LED alternatives. Wider color gamuts, brighter peak luminance, richer color accuracy, and far better HDR performance (thanks to a large increase in full array local dimming support) are just some of the benefits that it brings to the table.
For that reason, we can only see mini LED monitors being a huge hit in 2022 – even more so with a number of esports-tailored options coming to market.
With that in mind, we’ll be compiling a list of only the best mini LED monitors in 2022. Whether you’re a budding esports gamer that’s looking to increase immersion or an editor that wants the highest levels of accuracy and HDR, this guide will have a monitor that suits your exact needs.
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Acer Predator X32
Acer Predator X32
We’ve decided to give the Acer X32 the best mini-LED monitor title and for good reason – it really does offer everything you could want for a stunning gaming experience.
Despite the Acer Predator X32 being officially announced at CES 2020, we still haven’t seen its entry into today’s market. That said, this year’s CES has offered additional information regarding the new panel, including release dates and pricing.
As far as specifications go, the X32 will deliver a 4K AU Optronics panel that features a 160Hz refresh rate, VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification, 99% Adobe RGB coverage, and mini-LED backlight technology – albeit with a reduction on the originally expected 1152 local dimming zones. Don’t worry though, the Acer Predator X32 still offers more than enough local dimming to provide a stunning HDR experience.
The new high-end gaming monitor looks set to hit shelves in North America in Q3 2022 and will start at around ,999 – not too bad considering the price of ASUS’s similarly specced PG32UQX & PG32UQXE.
Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 (S49AG95NC)
Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 (S49AG95NC)
The new refresh of Samsung’s popular Odyssey G9 really does add performance in the right places. Instead of wasting time on increasing refresh rates, Samsung has opted to increase the backlight technology used – not only adding more immersion and better colors but a huge boost in HDR too.
The new Samsung G9 Neo comes equipped with all the latest high-end features you could imagine, including a brand new CSOT VA panel and Mini-LED backlight technology. Like its predecessor, the G9 Neo offers up a wide 5120 x 1440 screen resolution, low 1ms response time, and 240Hz refresh rate – the perfect combination of specs for a truly immersive gaming experience.
As far as colors go, users can expect a 125% sRGB gamut (equivalent to 95% DCI-P3) – meeting HDR’s WCG requirements. Furthermore, with VESA DisplayHDR 2000 certification, you’ll be blown away by the color recreation of this panel.
Of course, price is always a large factor in these monitors, and the Samsung Neo G9 is no different. It comes to shelves for north of $2500 dollars so be prepared to fork out for this beast of a panel.
ASUS ROG SWIFT PG32UQXE
ASUS ROG SWIFT PG32UQXE
Coined the high-end mini-LED pick, the PG32UQXE offers it all. ASUS’s latest project is a refreshed version of last year’s hugely impressive (and extremely expensive) PG32UQX – a high-end 4K mini-LED 144Hz gaming panel.
While the new panel will maintain many of the core features and specifications found in the 32UQX, there are some exciting additions that should improve the overall functionality and performance of this panel.
Firstly, the PG32UQXE will offer up an increased refresh rate of 165Hz (via overclock) alongside NVIDIA’s Reflex Latency Analyzer. The new performance-tailored feature will allow gamers to record the exact input lag (delay between mouseclick and action on the screen) they receive – explained in NVIDIA’s keynote speech.
Additionally, the PG32UQXE will also offer a brand new ‘Adaptive mini-LED (AmLED) panel which should help reduce the chances of burn-in and luminance decay over time.
Like the Acer X32, the PG32UQXE will also see a reduction in local dimming zones (1,152 to 576) and peak brightness too – now offering 1000 nits compared to the 1400 luminance roof of the 2021 model.
AOC AGON AG274QGM
AOC AGON AG274QGM
I’ve had the pleasure of testing a tonne of AOC monitors in recent times, and it’s safe to say I’ve never seen anything like this. Like other leading monitor manufacturers, AOC’s AGON department has also vouched to bring us a new lineup of high-speed panels – the first of which is being coined the AGON Pro AG274QGM.
As far as esports-grade monitors go, this one is right up there – not only offering a blistering 300Hz refresh rate but stunning 1440p clarity too. The new panel will feature a similar set of specs found in the XG272G-2K (which is coming up shortly), including a 300Hz refresh rate, 1440p screen resolution, 27-inch screen size, and mini-LED backlight technology.
The new flagship 1440p panel from AOC will also feature a dedicated NVIDIA G-Sync hardware module, certified for G-Sync Ultimate, and the latest Reflex Latency Analyzer technology. While we don’t have any initial details regarding the price and release date of the AG274QGM, it’ll likely be a cheaper option than similar specced ASUS, ACER, and Samsung alternatives.
ViewSonic ELITE XG272G-2K
ViewSonic ELITE XG272G-2K
Continuing in the esports space, ViewSonic look set to release a new high-performance 300Hz 1440p panel of its own. The XG272G-2K will deliver all the bells and whistles you could want to take your gameplay to the next level – including blistering speeds and stunning colors thanks to a new panel technology which the brand is calling ‘Indium Gallium Zinc Oxide (IGZO) display technology’. Very fancy
Like other monitors within this guide, the new panel will feature support for NVIDIA G-Sync Ultimate and Reflex Latency Analyzer, allowing gamers to constantly monitor the input lag they experience between mouse and monitor. Additionally, the panel will also deliver a rapid 1ms G2G response time for the smoothest transitions no matter how fast things are moving.
According to reports, the XG272G-2K will also feature mini-LED backlight technology (576 dimming zones) and VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification.
Final Word
So, there you have it, our comprehensive guide to the best mini LED monitors in 2022. We hope this guide has shed a little light on a technology that is both relatively new and fairly advanced in operation.
All being said, we’ll be keeping this page right up to date with all the latest changes to the market, including any new high-end mini LED panels that crop up. Right now, there aren’t a tonne of options available. However, as we move further in 2022, they will only become more frequent.