In the distant past, gamers used the same business-class monitors used for spreadsheets and word processing. Once fast refresh rates became available, manufacturers raced to be the first with innovative new features like adaptive refresh and curved ultra-wide panels. Now that we’ve reached a saturation point with sharply focused gaming displays, what else can a company do to create a unique product? Samsung attempts to answer that question with its C49HG90 monitor.

PROS

• Width equal to two 27-inch 16:9 monitors
• Accurate DCI-P3 color
• Excellent contrast and HDR
• Responsive
• Low input lag

CONS

• Relatively low resolution

VERDICT

As a gaming monitor, the Samsung C49HG90 delivers a unique experience that can’t be duplicated by any other display. It has ample speed thanks to a 144Hz refresh rate and FreeSync 2, plus very low input lag. Color is excellent thanks to a quantum dot backlight and accurate DCI-P3 native gamut. The VA panel and zone-dimming make a real difference with HDR and SDR content alike. Entertainment-focused users will want to give this monitor a serious look.