Experience smoother, tear-free gaming with the best FreeSync gaming monitors. These monitors seamlessly sync their refresh rate with your compatible graphics card (like AMD's powerful Radeon RX 7800 XT, delivering high frame rates even at 1440p), minimizing input lag, screen tearing, and stuttering. (The upcoming AMD RX 5070 and RX 5070 XT GPUs, announced at CES, are slated for a March release, though pricing and exact dates remain unconfirmed.) To fully leverage a high-performance graphics card, you need a monitor that can keep pace. Our top recommendation is the Gigabyte Aorus FO32U—a powerful gaming monitor at a competitive price. However, we've curated a selection of excellent FreeSync monitors to suit various needs.

TL;DR – Top FreeSync Gaming Monitors:

Gigabyte Aorus FO32U2

Lenovo Legion R27fc-30

LG UltraGear 27GN950-B

Asus ROG Swift PG27AQDP

AOC Agon Pro AG456UCZD

All featured monitors offer FreeSync support. These monitors are ideal for gaming PCs and many also work seamlessly with Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 consoles.

*Additional contributions by Kevin Lee, Georgie Peru, and Danielle Abraham.*

Gigabyte Aorus FO32U2 Pro – Photos

1. Gigabyte FO32U2 – Best FreeSync Gaming Monitor

Gigabyte FO32U2 Pro

This exceptional monitor boasts a wealth of features and a stunning QD-OLED panel. Available in standard and Pro versions (the latter with DisplayPort 2.1 for future-proofing), it delivers a vibrant, high-performance gaming experience. Recent price drops make it an exceptional value in the OLED gaming monitor market.

This monitor’s brightness and vivid colors, especially its balanced brightness in SDR, set it apart. While competition was stiffer a year ago, its current sub-$1000 price point (for the non-Pro version) makes it a highly recommended choice. While not the absolute brightest QD-OLED monitor, its 1000-nit peak brightness and 240Hz refresh rate ensure excellent motion clarity, perfect for competitive gaming. The Gigabyte FO32U2 impeccably balances price and performance.

Product Specifications: Aspect Ratio: 16:9; Screen Size: 31.5”; Resolution: 3,840 x 2,160; Panel Type: QD-OLED; Brightness: 1,000cd/m2; Max Refresh Rate: 240Hz; Response Time: 0.03ms; Inputs: 2 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x USB Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Type-A

2. Lenovo Legion R27fc-30 – Best Budget FreeSync Gaming Monitor

Lenovo Legion R27fc-30

At under $200, the Lenovo Legion R27fc-30 offers incredible value. Its 27-inch, 1080p panel boasts a rapid 280Hz refresh rate, ideal for competitive gaming. It also features HDMI 2.1 support for consoles and a 1500R curved panel for immersive gameplay. The VA panel delivers impressive image quality, with great contrast for deep blacks.

Product Specifications: Screen size: 27"; Aspect ratio: 16:9; Resolution: 1,920 x 1,080; Panel type: VA; FreeSync Premium; Brightness: 350 cd/m2; Refresh rate: 280Hz; Response time: 0.5ms; Inputs: 2 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4

3. LG UltraGear 27GN950-B – Best 4K FreeSync Gaming Monitor

LG UltraGear 27GN950-B

The LG UltraGear 27GN950-B is a top 4K FreeSync Premium Pro monitor, offering a 144Hz refresh rate and HDR support for smooth gameplay and vibrant visuals. Its IPS panel covers 98% of the DCI-P3 color space and achieves high brightness levels for optimal HDR performance. The 27-inch, 4K resolution ensures sharp visuals, and the 144Hz refresh rate prioritizes speed.

Product Specifications: Screen size: 27"; Aspect ratio: 16:9; Resolution: 3,840 x 2,160; Panel type: IPS; FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible; Brightness: 600cd/m2; Refresh rate: 144Hz; Response time: 1ms; Inputs: 2 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4

Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP – Photos

4. Asus ROG Swift PG27AQDP – Best 1440p FreeSync Monitor

Asus ROG Swift PG27AQDP

The Asus ROG Swift PG27AQDP is a top-tier 1440p gaming monitor with a remarkable 480Hz refresh rate for exceptional motion clarity. Its WOLED panel delivers incredible brightness (1300 nits) and rich colors, making it suitable for both gaming and content creation. It features two HDMI 2.1 ports for optimal console gaming.

Product Specifications: Screen size: 26.5"; Aspect ratio: 16:9; Resolution: 2,560 x 1,440; Panel type: OLED, FreeSync Premium; Brightness: 1,300cd/m2; Refresh rate: 480Hz; Response time: 0.03ms; Inputs: 2 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 2 x USB 3.2

AOC Agon Pro AG456UCZD – Photos

5. AOC Agon Pro AG456UCZD – Best Ultrawide FreeSync Monitor

AOC Agon Pro AG456UCZD

The AOC Agon Pro AG456UCZD is a massive 45-inch ultrawide OLED gaming monitor offering stunning visuals and immersive gameplay. Its vibrant OLED panel, 240Hz refresh rate, and deep 800R curve deliver exceptional clarity and immersion. Note that the deep curve may affect text clarity for productivity tasks.

Product Specifications: Screen size: 44.5"; Aspect ratio: 21:9; Resolution: 3,440 x 1,440; Panel type: OLED; HDR compatibility: HDR 10; Brightness: 1,000cd/m2; Refresh rate: 240Hz; Response time: 0.03ms; Inputs: 2 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x USB-C (DisplayPort mode), 4 x USB-A, 1 x USB-B

What to Look for in a FreeSync Gaming Monitor

FreeSync, AMD's variable refresh rate (VRR) technology, utilizes the VESA Adaptive-Sync protocol. It works with most modern AMD graphics cards. FreeSync tiers include standard FreeSync, FreeSync Premium (minimum 120Hz), and FreeSync Premium Pro (with HDR support).

FreeSync Gaming Monitor FAQ

What is VRR?

VRR synchronizes monitor refresh rate with your graphics card's frame rate, eliminating screen tearing and improving smoothness. G-Sync (Nvidia) and FreeSync (AMD) are the main VRR technologies.

What's the difference between G-Sync and FreeSync?

Both aim to synchronize refresh and frame rates. G-Sync requires proprietary hardware, increasing monitor cost but ensuring consistent high quality. FreeSync is generally more affordable but with slightly less consistent quality control.

What is Low Framerate Compensation (LFC)?

LFC, built into FreeSync monitors, duplicates frames to maintain smooth gameplay during low frame rates.

When are FreeSync monitors on sale?

Prime Day, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, back-to-school sales, and early January clearances often offer significant discounts.