AOC 27G42E 27 Inch 180Hz FHD Gaming Monitor
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About this product
If you're after a gaming monitor that keeps up with fast-paced action without breaking the bank, the AOC 27G42E is worth a look. It's got a Fast IPS panel running at Full HD resolution with a 180Hz refresh rate, which means smooth, fluid gameplay whether you're racing through corners or tracking targets in a shooter. The 1ms response time keeps motion crisp and precise, and AdaptiveSync support helps eliminate screen tearing so everything stays buttery smooth even when things get chaotic on screen.
The monitor's got HDR10 support for more vibrant colours and better contrast. You get HDMI ports and DisplayPort for connecting your PC or console, and it's wall-mountable with a VESA mount if you'd rather preserve desk space. The stand itself is tiltable, so you can angle it just right for those longer sessions. It comes with G-Menu customisation options to tweak settings on the fly, and there's a 3-year manufacturer's guarantee included.
Features:
- 27in IPS display.
- Full HD (1080p) display resolution.
- Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels.
- Full HD Display.
- 180Hz refresh rate.
- 1 ms response time.
- Brightness 300cd/m2.
- Contrast ratio 1000:1.
- Pixel pitch 81.59mm.
- Suitable for wall mounting.
- VESA mount 100 x 100mm.
Interfaces and connectivity:
- 2 HDMI ports, 1 DisplayPort, .
- Digital input.
General Information:
- Tiltable screen.
- Power saving facility.
- Size H44.97, W36.63, D19.76cm.
- Weight 3.83kg.
- Energy efficiency class: E.
- Energy Consumption per 1000h: 21kWh.
- Energy consumption in high dynamic mode per 1000h: 28kWh.
- Manufacturer's 3 year guarantee.
- EAN: 4038986642590.
Returns
From July 16th, if you want us to collect an unwanted small item after delivery, it costs £3.95 or you can return it to any store for free. You won’t be charged if the item is faulty, or if it was delivered by a supplier.
Energy efficiency information:
4.6
20 reviews
94%
Recommended this product
Customers Say
This budget monitor offers excellent picture quality, vibrant colors, and smooth refresh rates, making it ideal for work, casual gaming, and media consumption. Some minor drawbacks include weak speakers and limited adjustability.
An AI generated summary based on recent customer reviews
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Fine Monitor
Bought this monitor for work and fully pleased with it Also use it as a larger monitor for my phone.
Jim
Great screen for the price
I brought this around Christmas and have loved it. The colour is clear, the refresh rate is amazing for the price. The HDR makes sure the brightness is just right no matter the game you are playing.
Andy
Incredible quality for the price
Incredible quality for the price, recommend this to anyone who is keeping budget but not wanting to sacrifice quality.
hb29, 25 - 34
Plug and play
Great as in stock. Good monitor for the price. Came well packed and was simply plug and play.
Slopey, 65 or over
Montor
Very good my child was very happy
Melody
A monitor made for gaming
Great monitor perfect for xboxing
Jack, 35 - 44, 8 Thomas Street
waste of time
didnt work, got my money back.
Steveb, 65 or over, stoke
Joe biden
Finally decide to upgrade from a 60hz monitor and it was a 5x improvement
Joe
Great budget gaming monitor
I’ve been using this monitor for a few weeks now, mostly for work during the day and some casual gaming at night, and overall I’m pretty happy with it. The first thing I noticed was how clean and sharp the display looks. Text is easy on the eyes even after long hours, and colors are vibrant without being overly saturated. Watching YouTube and Netflix on it feels great, especially compared to my old screen which now looks dull in comparison. The refresh rate is smooth enough that scrolling and gaming feel noticeably more fluid. The build quality is decent. The stand feels stable and doesn’t wobble, though it’s a bit basic. I wish it had height adjustment, because tilting alone doesn’t always give the perfect viewing angle. The bezels are thin, which makes it look modern and would work nicely in a dual-monitor setup. On the downside, the built-in speakers are pretty weak. They’re fine for system sounds or a quick video, but for music or movies you’ll definitely want external speakers or headphones. Also, the on-screen menu buttons are a little awkward to use and take some getting used to. Overall, this monitor offers great value for the price. It’s not perfect, but for productivity, light gaming, and general use, it does the job very well. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a solid, no-nonsense display without breaking the bank.
Akhmadhilmi15, 25 - 34, Southampton
Great monitor
Excellent product at a competitive price. Using for home working and connected to a laptop. Works great with very good picture quality. Definitely recommend.
Tom
Hello NRC,
The supplier has advised the following for the AOC 27G42E 27 Inch 180Hz FHD Gaming Monitor:
"In this case, no it doesn’t come off when mounted.
The red circle encircles the area where the VESA mounting can be done."
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Hello Marios,
The AOC 27G42E 27 Inch 180Hz FHD Gaming Monitor does not have built-in speakers.
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Hello Zebra76,
I can advise the following for the AOC 27G42E 27 Inch 180Hz FHD Gaming Monitor:
You can VESA mount it and not use the stand at all, the depth is around 20cm and the width is around 25cm.
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Hello There
After contacting our suppliers they have advised for the AOC 27G42E 27 Inch 180Hz FHD Gaming Monitor.
Yes, this monitor includes a 3.5mm headphone audio output, allowing you to connect standard audio jack cables.
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Hello nora,
The supplier has advised the following for the AOC 27G42E 27 Inch 180Hz FHD Gaming Monitor:
Yes, it does come with the display port and the power cable.
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Hello Ali,
I can advise the following for the AOC 27G42E 27 Inch 180Hz FHD Gaming Monitor:
High frame rates are only over Display Port connections.
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Hello Mike,
I can advise the following for the AOC 27G42E 27 Inch 180Hz FHD Gaming Monitor:
This has HDMI 2.0 only.
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Hello There,
The AOC 27G42E 27 Inch 180Hz FHD Gaming Monitor can be paired with a number of great speakers available on the website.
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Hello Kie,
I can confirm that the AOC 27G42E 27 Inch 180Hz FHD Gaming Monitor does not have inbuilt speakers.
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Hello Gauresh,
I can advise the following for the AOC 27G42E 27 Inch 180Hz FHD Gaming Monitor:
Yes, this is possible.
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