AOC has introduced two new monitors aimed at redefining the baseline for entry-level competitive gaming. Boasting up to 260Hz refresh rates through overclocking, these affordable solutions are built to deliver image clarity and quality above their price tier. All variants offer identical specs and performance, letting you focus on the size that best suits your setup.
The lineup consists of two main models, the 23.8in (60.5cm) AOC Gaming 24G4ZR and the 27in (68.6cm) 27G4ZR. Both are powered by an overclockable Fast IPS panel, offering Full HD (1920×1080) resolution, 1ms GtG / 0.3ms MPRT response times, and up to 260Hz refresh rate. They also carry MBR Sync, which allows simultaneous use of a variable refresh rate (Adaptive Sync) and backlight strobing to boost image sharpness and clarity during intense movements, without introducing tearing or forcing static refresh rates. This kind of feature is generally exclusive to high-tier models, but it seems that AOC found a way to make it affordable.
Understandably, Adaptive-Sync and Nvidia G-Sync support is also present to counter screen tearing across variable framerates, as well as the usual flicker-free and blue-light suppression technologies. Do note, however, that the 260Hz refresh is unlocked through the display’s controls or G-Menu software, as the panel operates at 240Hz out of the box. This shouldn’t be an issue, since you are unlikely to stumble upon a monitor that can’t reach this 20Hz advertised speed.
These monitors aren’t just about speed though; they also offer great colour reproduction, covering 111.7% sRGB / 87.7% DCI-P3 gamuts on the 23.8in 24G4ZR model and 121.5% sRGB / 92.3% DCI-P3 on the 27in 27G4ZR, ensuring punchy visuals that bring the games’ worlds to life. Brightness is rated at 300nits which is average and sufficient, but contrast has not been disclosed – probably 1,000:1 like most IPS-based monitors.
In terms of ergonomics, AOC doesn’t disappoint once more, offering a full complement of 130mm height, -3° to +21° tilt, 28° swivel, and 90° pivot adjustments, helping you maintain a comfortable experience even during long gaming sessions. Furthermore, if you want even more flexibility, you can always install a VESA 100x100mm arm. If you already intend to go for the latter option, you may want to consider the E variants (24G4ZRE and 27G4ZRE), which trade the aforementioned adjustments for a lower price. Lastly, connectivity-wise, you will find two HDMI 2.0 ports plus one DisplayPort 1.4.
This combination of specs allows the 24G4ZR and 27G4ZR to deliver speed and clarity you would expect from true esports monitors, at a price accessible to most players. This new lineup will be available from February 2026 at the following MSRPs:
- 24G4ZR: £129
- 24G4ZRE: £109
- 27G4ZR: £149
- 27G4ZRE: £129
