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What Is the Best Gaming Monitor for PS5?

Choosing a gaming monitor for PS5: what HDMI 2.1, 4K, 1440p and 120Hz mean for console players, and how the GAMEO range lines up based on its published specifications.

THE SHORT ANSWER

For PS5, prioritise an HDMI 2.1 input, 4K or 1440p resolution and 120Hz-or-higher refresh rate. Based on its published specifications, the GAMEO U27-165 (27" 4K UHD, 165Hz, 2× HDMI 2.1, HDR) is the model that aligns most closely with what the PS5 can output. GAMEO has not independently certified any model for PS5, so always check the console's video output settings after connecting.

What the PS5 actually outputs

The PS5 outputs video over HDMI. Its maximum is 4K (3840 × 2160) at up to 120Hz, which requires an HDMI 2.1 connection. It also supports 1440p output (added in a 2022 system update) at up to 120Hz, and 1080p at up to 120Hz. Whether a specific game runs at 120 frames per second depends on the game offering a performance mode; many run at 60fps.

The PS5 also supports HDR and, on compatible displays, VRR (variable refresh rate) over HDMI 2.1.

What to look for in a PS5 monitor

HDMI 2.1 input — required for 4K at 120Hz. HDMI 2.0 tops out at 4K 60Hz or 1440p 120Hz.
4K or 1440p resolution — the PS5 does not output higher than 4K, so 4K is the ceiling.
120Hz or higher refresh rate — to display the PS5's 120fps performance modes. Any monitor above 120Hz (such as 165Hz) will show 120Hz content, since the console sets the output rate.
HDR support — for games that offer it.
Low response time — 1ms MPRT keeps fast motion clear.
Built-in speakers are uncommon on gaming monitors; plan for a headset or external speakers via the 3.5mm output.

How the GAMEO range lines up (by specification)

GAMEO U27-165 27" 4K UHD 165Hz IPS gaming monitor: 3840 × 2160, 165Hz, 2 × HDMI 2.1, HDR, Adaptive Sync, 1ms. On paper this is the closest match to the PS5's maximum 4K output.

GAMEO Q24-165 24" QHD 165Hz IPS gaming monitor: 2560 × 1440, 165Hz, 2 × HDMI 2.1, HDR. Suits the PS5's 1440p output mode in a compact 24 inch size.

GAMEO F27-180 27" FHD 180Hz IPS gaming monitor and GAMEO F24-200 24" FHD 200Hz IPS gaming monitor: Full HD with one HDMI 2.1 input each. The PS5 will output 1080p at up to 120Hz to these; they are the most affordable route to high-refresh console gaming, at the cost of 4K sharpness.

Important: these are comparisons of published specifications. GAMEO has not run formal PS5 compatibility certification, and features such as VRR depend on the console recognising the display. After connecting, check Settings → Screen and Video → Video Output on your PS5 to confirm the modes available.

Do you need a TV instead?

A monitor sits closer, has lower input lag and is far cheaper per inch than a 120Hz HDMI 2.1 TV. If you play at a desk, a 27 inch 4K monitor is an excellent PS5 display. If you play from a sofa across the room, a TV's larger size will serve you better.

COMMON QUESTIONS

FAQ

Does PS5 support 1440p monitors?

Yes. Since a 2022 system update the PS5 can output 1440p at up to 120Hz to compatible displays. Games render internally at their own resolution and the console scales the output.

Can a 165Hz monitor be used with PS5?

Yes. The PS5 outputs at up to 120Hz; a 165Hz monitor will simply run at the rate the console provides. You will not get 165fps from a PS5, but you lose nothing either.

Do I need HDMI 2.1 for PS5?

For 4K at 120Hz, yes. For 1080p or 1440p at 120Hz, HDMI 2.0 bandwidth is sufficient, but an HDMI 2.1 input future-proofs the connection. All GAMEO monitors have HDMI 2.1 inputs.

Which GAMEO monitor is best for PS5?

Based on published specifications, the U27-165 (27 inch 4K UHD, 165Hz, 2× HDMI 2.1, HDR) aligns most closely with the PS5's maximum output. GAMEO has not independently certified PS5 compatibility.

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