The AOC monitor is aimed at those seeking a high-quality monitor for gaming and entertainment. With QHD resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate, and a 1ms MPRT response time, it offers high resolution and performance for an exceptional gaming and entertainment experience. Additionally, it features Freesync Premium for even smoother gaming.
QHD Resolution
With a resolution of 2560 x 1440, Quad HD (QHD) offers superior image quality and sharp images that reveal the finest details. The 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio provides plenty of space to spread out and work, while allowing you to enjoy games or movies in their original size.
VA Panel
VA panels (Vertical Alignment) display deeper blacks and high contrast for exceptionally vivid and bright images.
Refresh rate 155Hz
Equip yourself with double the frame rate of other monitors and say goodbye to image stuttering and blurry motion. With a refresh rate from 144Hz to 155Hz (Overclock), each frame is rendered with clarity and smooth succession, allowing you to align your shots with precision and appreciate high-speed races in all their glory.
FreeSync Premium
Enjoy the best graphics quality even in fast-paced games. AMD FreeSync Premium technology ensures that the refresh rates of the GPU and the monitor are synchronized, providing a fluid, tear-free gaming experience at the highest performance. AMD FreeSync Premium features a refresh rate of at least 120Hz, reducing blur and sharpening the image for a more vivid experience. The LFC feature eliminates the risk of stuttering if the frame rate drops below the refresh rate.
MPRT Response Time 1ms
The pixel response time of 1ms means speed without blurring, for an improved experience. Fast action and dramatic transitions will be rendered smoothly without the negative effects of ghosting.
Minimal Distraction
Expand your view with a multi-monitor setup. The narrow bezel and frameless design offer minimal distraction for the ultimate battle station.
G-Menu
The AOC G-Menu is a free tool that you can install on your computer for full customization combined with maximum convenience for any AOC or AGON monitor.
6 Game Modes
Adjust the screen to the game with the click of a button. Switch settings between built-in presets for FPS, racing, or RTS games or customize your own ideal conditions and save them. The AOC settings keyboard makes it quick and easy to switch profiles or adjust features.
AOC Shadow Control and AOC Game Color
Take the battle out of the shadows with AOC Shadow Control and AOC Game Color! Adjust the gray levels for better image detail and brighten dark areas or immerse them back into black on the fly, without affecting the rest of the screen.
Compatible with consoles
It is not only designed to work with computer towers but is also compatible with consoles. You can easily connect it to your Xbox or PlayStation and enjoy excellent image quality.
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Let's start from the beginning, the screen was purchased with great enthusiasm on sale for about €150. I saw positive reviews and since I had an AOC Freesync 144hz FHD TN from 2015 which was okay, I decided to upgrade to 1440p. It came in a well-packaged and visually appealing package with small bezels, but please note that it does not have speakers. The assembly of the stand was very easy and it is much lighter compared to my old one. Everything was perfect so far and it includes HDMI and DisplayPort cables in the package. At first glance, something seemed off with the colors, so I thought maybe a little color calibration was needed, just like with my old one. I installed the very convenient AOC i-Menu tool (which communicates directly with the monitor's menu firmware through Windows) and after 2 hours of experimentation, I couldn't achieve a good color result, but I improved it slightly (see evaluation images for the settings). I thought it's not the end of the world, I can live with it. However, the screen had other surprises, such as the extreme ghosting that occurs when I move a window (tested at 155hz with all the overdrive settings...). Simple 60hz monitors that we commonly encounter in public places don't have ghosting, and I'm not saying this to show off, I actually tested a 60hz monitor yesterday. Now it's time to try it out in games...
...But the screen hasn't had its final say yet...
So, I checked twice to make sure Freesync is enabled and activated it through the drivers. I launched GTA 5 and the screen started flickering like crazy (abrupt changes in brightness about 2 times per second). In this game, I only had 45 fps, so I thought maybe I was going out of the supported range of Freesync. I changed the game and went to black ops 3, which I run at 1440p with 120 to 150 fps comfortably within the Freesync range, but the same problem occurred during gameplay and in-game playback. I tried other games, I even tried HDMI (which supports up to 144hz while DP supports 155hz), but the same issue persisted. In the end, I disabled Freesync and the flickering problem disappeared.
- You might say, "Well, what's the big deal, just keep it with Freesync disabled."
- I will tell you that the main selling point was Freesync, not just the 155hz, because let me tell you that the ghosting is unacceptable for a monitor of this category (when simple 60hz monitors don't have it). And I will remind you, wise one, that the colors are barely acceptable even with good calibration.
I should mention that it has a strong green tint (both before and after color calibration), which is particularly noticeable in dark scenes like games and movies. Today, I returned it with a note explaining the problem and I mentioned that I have a video that proves it (the platform doesn't allow me to upload videos, otherwise you would see it in the review). What I can do is provide a link (wetransfer) that will expire in 7 days for those who want to see it:
https://we.tl/t-ned9mIbfL1
(expires in 7 days)
Lastly, the viewing angles of this VA panel are tested to be worse than the TN panel of the AOC
Amazing screen for its price, I bought it for 199 euros and combined it with my PC and PS5, and I'm really amazed, you won't find a better one for this money.
VFM screen that delivers on its promises, good color performance, high contrast, and a high refresh rate. Viewing angles are limited, but that's expected from a VA panel. Worth every euro.