Sony continues to expand its presence in the PC gaming market. Following the announcement of its PlayStation speakers just a month ago, the company has now unveiled the PlayStation 27-inch gaming monitor, which features specifications that rival the best computer monitors. Crucially, however, it doesn't support 4K, and Sony hasn't told us how much it'll cost yet when it launches next year.
It has been some time since the last PlayStation-branded display was introduced. The previous model was the PlayStation 3D Display, launched in 2011, which was essentially a 24-inch 3D HDTV. The display introduced by Sony today marks the debut of the first official PlayStation-branded gaming monitor (although the company has released gaming monitors compatible with PlayStation, such as the Inzone M9).
The PlayStation gaming monitor features a 27-inch IPS LCD panel with a QHD (2560 x 1440) resolution. This choice is somewhat surprising for Sony, considering that the PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 5 Pro supports resolutions up to 4K (3840 x 2160). It is logical to note that the IPS LCD is inferior in quality compared to mini-LED or OLED screen panels. Sony may have selected a traditional LCD panel with a lower resolution to save costs.
The gaming monitor comes with an impressive refresh rate of up to 240 Hz. However, PlayStation console users will only experience up to 120 Hz, as Sony's latest console does not support 240 Hz. For the latter, it is necessary to connect the PlayStation 27 gaming monitor to a standard computer or Mac.
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The refresh rate may perplex many people, given that Sony would enable up to 240 Hz when neither of its current gaming consoles can output that refresh rate. It is plausible that Sony is over-engineering the PlayStation gaming monitor to accommodate its upcoming next-generation PlayStation 6 console, which is expected to feature significant technological enhancements in both hardware and software, particularly from AMD. Consequently, it is conceivable that the PlayStation 6 could support refresh rates up to 240 Hz. However, it remains premature to draw definitive conclusions, especially given that today marks the fifth anniversary of the PlayStation 5, which positions the current console at the midpoint of its lifecycle. It is unlikely that a successor will be released before 2027 or possibly 2028.
VRR support is implemented, ensuring a seamless and smooth gaming experience across any device connected to the PlayStation gaming monitor. Whilst HDR support is available, Sony has not specified the particular version. Additionally, you can equip the monitor with an optional DualSense charging hook for charging DualSense or DualSense Edge wireless controllers. This hook features a retractable design and is positioned beneath the monitor. Sony has not yet announced the pricing for this accessory.
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The PlayStation gaming monitor boasts a comprehensive range of connectivity options. It features two HDMI 2.1 ports and a single DisplayPort 1.4 output, all of which support 2560 x 1440 at 240 Hz. Additionally, Sony has incorporated two USB Type-A ports and one USB Type-C port to facilitate connections to PlayStation Link adapters and various other devices. The manufacturer has not specified the data transfer speeds of these USB ports.
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