AOC has expanded its versatile B3 series with two new monitors offering high resolutions and fast refresh rates, but with surprisingly low prices. The new AOC Q24B36X and Q27B36X combine a QHD (2560×1440) resolution with a 144Hz refresh rate to deliver a smooth and clear experience, be it for work, movie watching, or fast-paced gaming. Best of all, prices start from just £109, which isn’t much more than 8GB of RAM these days.
Built for those who want more from their display, the Q24B36X and Q27B36X share the same specs and ergonomics, but differ from each other in size. As its name implies, the Q24B36X offers these specs at a compact 23.8in size, adequate for small offices, while the Q27B36X expands to 27in, giving multi-taskers more space with which to work. This means the smaller model provides the sharpest pixel density at 123 PPI (pixels per inch), against 109 PPI for the other. That said, 109 PPI is still perfectly fine, and more than sharp enough for content creation, text reading and editing. I would pick the extra real estate provided by the 27in model any day.
Since the B3 series is all about practicality, you won’t find any unnecessary features, meaning there’s no RGB or USB hubs, just a quality panel. Speaking of which, the flat IPS panel selected by AOC for these displays is rated for 4ms grey-to-grey (GtG) and 0.5ms MPRT response times, with a 1,300:1 contrast ratio, and above 100% sRGB colour gamut coverage. Specifically, AOC quotes 114.7% sRGB plus 88.8% DCI-P3 coverage for the Q24B36X, and 118.5% sRGB plus 92.1% DCI-P3 coverage for the Q27B36X.
The brand also advertises support for HDR10 content, but I wouldn’t hold my breath for a spectacular result due to the absence of local dimming zones, not to mention the low 300nits of brightness. This is perfectly fine for SDR use, however, which is what most people will likely use it for anyway.
In terms of ergonomics, the Q24B36X and Q27B36X are quite basic, offering just a tilt-adjustable stand. Those who need more freedom can always install a 100x100mm VESA arm mount, which can be had for as low as £20 on Amazon. Lastly, regarding connections, you get one HDMI 2.0 input plus one DisplayPort 1.4 socket, ensuring compatibility with any modern PC or gaming console. A 3.5mm audio out is also available for those who use a wired headset.
The AOC Q24B36X and Q27B36X will be available from January 2026, and both screens will be backed by a three-year warranty.
