Over the last few years, 1440p (2K) monitors have become immensely popular among gamers all around the globe. The Quad-HD resolution offers a sweet spot between 1080p and 4K resolution for medium-sized screens, generally ranging from 24-inch to 32-inch. However, the market for 1440p monitors is limited in India as there are very few options out there. So, with that being said, let’s take a look at the 5 best 1440p monitors that are available in the Indian market right now, under the price of ₹50,000.
Note: The monitors that are mentioned below are only our recommendations and are mostly based on the performance that they offer at their price range, and we have ranked them accordingly. Also, the prices of the monitors that have been listed here are based on the offline market prices, so please keep it under consideration.
SAMSUNG ODYSSEY G7 27INCH CURVED GAMING MONITOR

Screen Size: | 27-inch |
Resolution: | 2560 x 1440 |
Flat/Curved: | Curved |
Panel Type: | VA |
Contrast Ratio: | 2500:1 (Typ) |
Response Time: | 1ms GTG |
Color Gamut (DCI Coverage): | 95% (Typ) |
sRGB Coverage: | Typ 125% |
Color Depth: | 1.07 B |
Refresh Rate: | 240 Hz |
FreeSync: | Compatible |
G-Sync: | Compatible |
Arguably the most popular 1440p monitor on the list, Samsung G7 Odyssey is a 27-inch curved-screen monitor that has a refresh rate of 240Hz. It has a response time of 1ms (GTG) which is quite impressive considering that the monitor uses a VA panel. The monitor is not only amazing for gaming but is also great for content creators as well due to its high contrast ratio. However, a major flaw that this monitor possesses is its limited viewing angles. The Odyssey G7 has a 1000R curve radius that makes sharing your screen for co-op gaming and for other purposes a little painful. But at least it has some controllable RGB lighting on the bottom bezel and on the backside, so yeah good news for all those RGB lovers out there!
PRICE RANGE:- ₹ 43,000 – ₹ 46,000
PROS:-
- High refresh rate
- Amazing response time
- High contrast ratio
CONS:-
– Extremely curved panel
LG ULTRAGEAR 27GL850

Screen Size: | 27-inch |
Resolution: | 2560 x 1440 |
Flat/Curved: | Flat |
Panel Type: | IPS |
Contrast Ratio: | 1000:1 (Typ) 700:1 (Min) |
Response Time: | 1ms (GTG) |
Color Gamut (DCI Coverage): | 98% (Typ) |
sRGB Coverage: | 135% |
Color Depth: | 1.07 B |
Refresh Rate: | 144 Hz |
FreeSync: | Compatible |
G-Sync: | Compatible |
LG UltraGear 27GL850 is an IPS display monitor that supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz with an exceptional response time of 1ms (GTG). The nano IPS panel present in the monitor ensures that the image quality is immersive and vivid with dithered 10-bit (8-bit+FRC) color support. Overall, LG UltraGear 27GL850 is a phenomenal monitor for a flawless gaming experience due to its high refresh rate and lower response time. The monitor has wide viewing angles as well, however, the only area where it lacks behind is its low contrast ratio, due to which the blacks are not as deep as compared to other monitors around this price range.
PRICE RANGE:- ₹ 36,000 – ₹ 40,000
PROS:-
- wide viewing angles
+ high refresh rate
+ low response time
CONS:-
– Poor contrast ratio
BENQ EX2780Q

Screen Size: | 27-inch |
Resolution: | 2560 x 1440 |
Flat/Curved: | Flat |
Panel Type: | IPS |
Contrast Ratio: | 1070:1 |
Response Time: | 5ms GTG |
Color Gamut (DCI Coverage): | 95% |
sRGB Coverage: | 99.9% |
Color Depth: | 1.07 B |
Refresh Rate: | 144 Hz |
FreeSync: | compatible |
G-SYNC: | partially |
Benq EX2780Q is a great gaming monitor, that provides a high refresh rate and outstanding color accuracy due to its top-notch IPS panel. It has a low response time and input lag which provides a smooth gaming experience, but, its contrast ratio left a lot to be desired. The monitor also suffers from bad ergonomics as well, since the stand is non-adjustable. However, one key feature that sets this monitor apart is the presence of the in-built speakers, which surprisingly provides a great experience.
PRICE RANGE:- ₹ 33,000 -₹ 35,500
PROS:-
- High refresh rate
- Surprisingly good speakers
- Low input lag
CONS:-
– Mediocre contrast ratio
– Fixed stand
Acer Predator XB271HU

Screen Size: | 27-inch |
Resolution: | 2560 x 1440 |
Flat/Curved: | Flat |
Panel Type: | IPS |
Contrast Ratio: | 1000:1 |
Response Time: | 4ms GTG |
Color Gamut (DCI Coverage): | N/A |
sRGB Coverage: | 100% |
Color Depth: | 16.7 M |
Refresh Rate: | 165 Hz (overclocked) |
FreeSync: | compatible |
G-Sync: | compatible |
Acer Predator XB271HU provides a flawless gaming experience due to the high refresh rate which can be overclocked up to 165 Hz and exceptionally low input lag. Additionally, the monitor is loaded with a lot of other features like the Nvidia G-Sync module for a smoother gameplay experience and ULMB (Ultra Low Motion Blur) to remove any form of ghosting in video games. It has extensive ergonomic options as well which makes it easier for you to adjust to your optimal viewing position. However, its biggest drawback is its poor contrast ratio due to which the blacks appear lighter in dark rooms. Also, Acer Predator XB271HU has just two video inputs.
PRICE RANGE:- ₹ 37,000 – ₹ 42,000
PROS:-
- Nvidia G-Sync module
- High refresh rate
- Exceptional ergonomic
CONS:-
– Low contrast ratio
– Two video inputs
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ

Screen Size: | 27-inch |
Resolution: | 2560 x 1440 |
Flat/Curved: | Flat |
Panel Type: | IPS |
Contrast Ratio: | 1000:1 (max) |
Response Time: | 1ms MPRT |
Color Gamut (DCI Coverage): | N/A |
sRGB Coverage: | 99% |
Color Depth: | 16.7 M |
Refresh Rate: | 165 Hz (overclocked) |
FreeSync: | compatible |
G-Sync: | compatible |
The cheapest monitor on this list, Asus TUF VG27AQ is an IPS panel monitor that has a low response time and a very high refresh rate. The image quality of the monitor is crisp and accurate thanks to its excellent IPS panel, and it supports FreeSync variable refresh rate technology as well for a smoother gameplay experience. The monitor has great ergonomic too, but one major drawback that this monitor possesses is its lack of a wide color gamut for HDR content.
PRICE RANGE:- ₹ 31,000 – ₹ 34,000
PROS:-
- High refresh rate
- Low input lag
- Great ergonomic
CONS:-
– Lack of wide color gamut
SUMMARY
SAMSUNG ODYSSEY G7 27INCH CURVED GAMING MONITOR | LG ULTRAGEAR 27GL850 | BENQ EX2780Q | Acer Predator XB271HU | ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ | |
Screen Size: | 27-inch | 27-inch | 27-inch | 27-inch | 27-inch |
Flat/Curved: | curved | Flat | Flat | Flat | Flat |
Panel Type: | VA | IPS | IPS | IPS | IPS |
Contrast Ratio: | 2500:1 | 1000:1 (Typ)700:1 (Min) | 1070:1 | 1000:1 | 1000:1 |
Response Time: | 1ms GTG | 1ms GTG | 5ms GTG | 4ms GTG | 1ms MPRT |
Color Gamut (DCI Coverage): | 95% (Typ) | 98% (Typ) | 95% | N/A | N/A |
sRGB Coverage: | 125% | 135% | 99.9% | 100% | 99% |
Color Depth: | 1.07 B | 1.07 B | 1.07 B | 16.7 M | 16.7 M |
Refresh Rate: | 240 Hz | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
FreeSync: | Compatible | Compatible | Compatible | Compatible | Compatible |
G-Sync: | Compatible | Compatible | Partially | Compatible | Compatible |
WE also have a detailed article on the Gigabyte Aorus FI27Q-X monitor that is coming with a 240Hz 1440p IPS Display. Click here to check it out.
That’s our list for the 5 best 1440p monitors under ₹ 50,000. What other monitors do you think should have made this list? Share your views in the comment section below.