The Corsair Xeneon 27QHD240 is a 27-inch gaming monitor boasting a crisp 1440p resolution. It is one of the two OLED display offerings from Corsair and it uses the same panel as the LG 27GR95QE-B. The display comes packed with high-end gaming features such as a swift 240Hz refresh rate, variable refresh rate (VRR) support, and HDMI 2.1 bandwidth.
Despite its gaming focus, it also extends functionality to other tasks, featuring a convenient KVM switch for seamless keyboard and mouse use across two different sources. In addition, it offers settings to combat the risk of permanent OLED burn-in, an issue inherent to OLED screens. Corsair also offers a burn-in warranty, which is a good move.
The display also offers support for Adaptive-Sync, provides a wide colour gamut, and a peak HDR brightness of 1000 nits. The display also boasts a 0.03ms grey-to-grey response, is very well built, and is available at a price point of $1000.
In terms of connectivity, the Corsair Xeneon 27QHD240 offers two HDMI 2.1 ports and support for 10-bit colour. The KVM functionality is an added value since it expands the number of available USB ports. This includes five conventional 3.1 connections along with two USB-C ports, with one of them providing DisplayPort capabilities.
The actual DisplayPort input is of the 1.4 version and it uses Display Stream Compression (DSC) to maintain minimal input lag. In terms of speed, the 27QHD240 stands out as one of the fastest monitors I’ve reviewed recently.
As mentioned earlier, the display offers support for adaptive sync technologies such as G-SYNC and FreeSync, enhancing the overall gaming experience by eliminating tearing and stuttering. These synchronisation features seamlessly collaborate with compatible graphics cards, ensuring the display’s refresh rate works with the GPU’s output, thereby delivering exceptionally smooth and tear-free gameplay.
Corsair offers a comprehensive three-year warranty for the Xeneon 27QHD240 monitor, which includes coverage for burn-in and dead pixel incidents. If the screen exhibits a bright pixel or six or more dark pixels, Corsair pledges to replace the monitor, treating it as they would in cases of image burn-in.
To proactively safeguard against burn-in, the Xeneon 27QHD240 model incorporates specific anti-burn-in strategies, namely the “Image Retention Refresh” and “Orbit Refresh.” The “Image Retention Refresh” technique, commonly found in OLED televisions, revitalizes pixels when the display is powered off.
This process automatically activates after eight consecutive hours of use, indicated by a flashing status LED on the monitor. During this operation, the screen remains dark. To ensure a successful completion, it is advised not to abruptly interrupt the process by turning off the display, similar to televisions. In addition, you can manually trigger this procedure via the OSD (On-Screen Display).
The image quality offered by the display is exceptional in all aspects. The bezel boasts a sleek and minimalistic design, measuring a mere 9mm in width along the top and sides, and slightly wider at 11mm along the bottom. The control buttons are discreetly located beneath the screen, just to the right of the centre. When you use these controls, a compact menu promptly appears, providing clear explanations of the functions associated with the two buttons and the joystick.
The Corsair Xeneon 27QHD240 boasts excellent ergonomics and offers the option to remove the stand for mounting. When adjusted to its lowest height setting, the screen’s bottom is positioned just 3.1 inches (8 cm) above the desk surface. The back panel showcases a sleek plastic finish, accentuated by grille patterns on the stand and near the ventilation area. In addition, there’s a generously sized cutout in the stand designed for efficient cable management.
The Corsair Xeneon 27QHD240 redefines the gaming experience in a way that non-OLED monitors simply cannot match. This superiority can be attributed to two key factors: image depth and motion processing. OLED technology delivers on its promise of infinite contrast, thanks to its ability to achieve true black levels. When a pixel displays black, it remains completely off, emitting no light. This feature is truly remarkable and must be witnessed to be fully appreciated.
In the realm of visual quality, contrast reigns supreme, and OLED outperforms all other technologies in this regard. The 27QHD240 also excels in colour accuracy, providing a delightful bonus. Without any adjustments, it delivers nearly flawless colour reproduction, grayscale rendering, and gamma performance. If you have the budget and are looking for top-notch image quality, the Corsair Xeneon 27QHD240 OLED Gaming Monitor should definitely be on top of your list.
Price: $1000
Product photography by Ryan Chris
Corsair Xeneon 27QHD240 OLED Gaming Monitor $1000
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Corsair offers a comprehensive three-year warranty for the Xeneon 27QHD240 monitor, which includes coverage for burn-in and dead pixel incidents. If the screen exhibits a bright pixel or six or more dark pixels, Corsair pledges to replace the monitor, treating it as they would in cases of image burn-in.
