This monitor is unusual because it has a 240Hz refresh rate and a 2,560 x 1,440 resolution. It also has DisplayHDR 600 certification, an integrated Nvidia Reflex Analyzer, a wired remote control for the on-screen display (OSD), and a large number of RGB lights on the back.
AOC Agon Pro AG274QG review: Design
The AG274QG is a great monitor for gamers that wants a bright and colorful display. The bezels are narrow, and the panel has a large AGON logo on the bottom bezel. The RGB logo projector on the stand makes it easy to show off your gaming skills.
The back of the monitor is where most of the action is. Each side of the case has unique lighting effects that may be customized in the UI and coordinated with your other AOC peripherals and gadgets. Though the lighting isn’t bright enough to cast a glow behind your display, which is unfortunate because we love bias lighting, I’m still a little disappointed that it isn’t. You won’t see the back of the monitor very often for many gamers who lean their monitor up against a wall, but you can always turn off the lighting.
The AOC AG274QG comes with the QuickSwitch, which makes changing your settings a snap. Reaching behind the monitor now feels antiquated in comparison, and it also looks cool on your desk with its red-ringed glow. However, we are still not entirely sold on the chunky tripod stand. It’s as sturdy as a rock and quite large, with a spread that is nearly as wide as the display itself and that reaches far past the rear of the monitor. It may intrude on your play space depending on the size of your desk, and most monitor risers cannot accommodate its size. ..
The AOC AG274QG is a high-end display that has a variety of ergonomic adjustments. It can be rotated into portrait or landscape mode, and it has a swivel that is more constrained than other screens. The stand also includes two cable tidy systems, which makes it easier to organize your cables.
Features
The OSD menu is well-organized, but because of the awkward directional joystick that is located at the back of the panel, navigating through it isn’t very smooth. You can make your edits there using a desktop application, but it’s also a little glitchy. Additionally, as the monitor does not support DDC/CI, you cannot change the monitor’s settings using third-party programmes like ClickMonitorDDC. But there is some good news as well. Instead of the more conventional 0 to 100 settings, the brightness adjustment is displayed in nits (from 40 to 450 nits).
The AOC AG274QG is a 6-axis, high-resolution monitor with a variety of features. It has a Quick Switch “puck” which you can use to navigate the OSD menu and quickly switch between presets by connecting it to the display with the included micro-USB connection. It also has Shadow Control, crosshair overlays, a refresh rate tracker, Game Color, different picture settings, and an embedded light sensor that can adjust screen brightness in response to ambient light. Other helpful features include: 6-axis hue/saturation, five gamma presets, input auto switch support in addition to the standard image adjustment tools.
AOC Agon Pro AG274QG review: Picture quality
Many competitive players may place a higher priority on refresh rate than resolution. However, depending on the game you’re playing and your computer setup, a higher resolution can also have its benefits. In particular, the 108.79 PPI pixel density results in a sharper, clearer image with more distinct details (pixels per inch). Additionally, compared to the 1080p 360Hz alternatives, these 1440p 240Hz devices feature a broader color gamut, and in some circumstances, having more intense colors can make it easier to differentiate your foes.
1440p is the preferred resolution if you intend to use your display for purposes other than intense gaming. Even many expert gamers choose 1440p 240Hz even though 360Hz is smoother and has less input lag because the difference from 240Hz is not that obvious.
The AOC AG274QG monitor’s IPS panel also features 178° wide viewing angles, ensuring that the image will remain consistent regardless of the angle you’re viewing the screen from. Keep in mind that AOC advertises relative gamut size rather than the actual coverage on their product page: 102% DCI-P3 and 110% Adobe RGB. It may also grow very bright, even for well-lit environments, thanks to its robust peak brightness of 450 nits. You shouldn’t expect to see as deep of a black as you would with VA panels, which typically have a contrast ratio of around 3,000:1 due to the static contrast ratio being 1,000:1 as expected from an IPS display.
Sound quality
The AOC Agon Pro AG274QG is a good monitor for competitive gamers. It has a good sound quality, max loudness, and good viewing angles. However, it does not have a subwoofer, so it may not be as punchy as some other monitors.
Gaming and Hands-on
27-inch QHD monitors are very adaptable and have a resolution good enough to see clear detail and clarity. ..
The AG274QG is a notable example in this group because it provides a clear, saturated picture with fast response times and some of the smoothest video processing we’ve ever seen. It’s one of the few displays that can sustain excellent resolution through rapid camera pans and motions without using overdrive or any other sort of blur reduction. Whatever type of game you’re playing, the picture stays incredibly sharp thanks to the frame rate. Given that I’m testing with a GeForce RTX 3090, the action is maintained at 200 frames per second with full detail. But this display offers that, which is the secret to the ultimate gaming experience.
The AG274QG is a great option for upgrading to an HDR display if you want to get the best image quality. It has a 32-zone edge dimming backlight, which makes it easier for users to see the details in your images. Additionally, it has excellent HDR, which makes your images look brighter and more colorful.
AOC Agon Pro AG274QG review: Performance
The AOC Agon PRO AG274QG is a great display for creative professionals. The blacks are deep, colors are vivid, and the sharpness and brightness are outstanding. The images improve even more when HDR 600 is included in the mix. Visually stunning moments were had while playing games like Metal: Hellsinger, Cyberpunk 2077, Forza Horizon 5, GRID Legends, and Halo Infinite. Despite the display’s preference for gaming, creative professionals can work on the AG274QG because it features a sizable portion of the SRGB(133), DCI-P3(102), and Adobe RGB(110) color schemes.
The gaming monitor’s 240Hz refresh rate allows it to function at a level that matches the rich and vibrant image quality. Better response times and a competitive advantage come with G-Sync Ultimate and NVIDIA Reflex compatibility. No matter if using a controller or a mouse and keyboard, latency was never a problem. In-monitor display options are also available to further tailor the look and feel to a gamer’s preferences. Players of more intensely competitive games like League of Legends, Call of Duty, Fortnite, and similar ones will be more than happy.
AOC Agon Pro AG274QG review: Price and availability
The AOC AG274QG costs between $750 and $900, which is a little expensive. The Gigabyte M27Q-X 1440p 240Hz IPS display costs as little as $370. The AG274QG’s HDR performance isn’t particularly impressive, and neither is its wide colour gamut or high-quality HDR images. For HDR, you should consider the Samsung Neo G7 or an OLED display in this price range, like the Dell AW3423DW or the LG OLED42C2. The M27Q-X lacks a G-SYNC module, so you’ll have to manually choose the best overdrive option for your frame rate, but it also has some advantages such as its low input lag and 144Hz refresh rate. ..
Conclusion
The AOC AG274QG is an excellent gaming display. Its 2,560 x 1,440 resolution, 240 Hz refresh rate, and quick response time provide a fantastic gaming experience. Once calibrated, its outstanding image quality makes it a great choice for gamers. ..
The 240Hz display is not as great as it seems. The lighting and OSD remote feel superfluous, and the color balance is incorrect right out of the box. Additionally, the 240Hz display does not have the realistic contrast required for excellent HDR performance. This makes it difficult to sell given its price, especially considering that other 2,560 x 1,440 resolutions are available for less money.
