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If you’re used to hooking your PC or laptop up to a “normal” flat screen, the best curved monitors may look a little weird at first. Give them a chance, though, and the extra immersion they provide under the right circumstances can be a real game-changer. 

As curved displays wrap around your field of vision, you're able to see more at the same focal distance as a regular panel. The benefits of this? Not only can it help reduce eye strain, but curved monitors can also up your immersion levels in the best PC games if you sit at just the right spot. 

The best curved monitors can be expensive, though. Is saving money a bigger priority when it comes to purchasing your next PC display? Then check out our picks of the best monitors, most of which are flat. Yet if you’re all about that sweet, sweet curvature, you’ll find our choices for the best curved monitors out there right now below.   

The quick list

Short on time? Here's a quick and easy to digest breakdown of the best curved monitors on the list below, along with quick links that let you jump directly to the review of whichever display you're interested in.

The best curved monitors you can buy today

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The best overall curved monitor

Alienware 34 AW3423DWF

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The best curved monitor we've ever seen

Specifications

Screen Size: 34 inches
Resolution: 3440 x 1440
Refresh Rate: 165Hz (DisplayPort), 120Hz (HDMI)
Response Time: 1ms
Ports: 1 HDMI, 2 DisplayPort, 4 USB-A, audio line-out, headphone
Brightness: 236 nits (Standard Mode)
sRGB Gamut: 180 percent

Reasons to buy

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Excellent image quality
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Cheaper than original model
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Thinner, lighter design
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Fast refresh rate and low latency

Reasons to avoid

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A minor update at best

The Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED addresses some of the issues we had with the original model. The lower price is solid, as is the inclusion of HDMI 2.1 support. Even if it’s only an overall minor upgrade, the improvements objectively make it a stronger product.

With that said, it’s difficult to recommend this monitor to those who already bought the original version. HDMI 2.1 support is nice, but it’s not worth upgrading — especially if you primarily play PC games. And as we said, few console games even support 120Hz. If you own the AW3423DW then you’re not missing out on much.

But given how the AW3423DWF costs $1,099, it’s now an easier device to recommend to newcomers.

Read our full Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED review.

The best budget curved monitor

Gigabyte G27FC review unit on a desk

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The best affordable curved gaming monitor

Specifications

Screen size: 27 inches
Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Refresh rate: 165Mhz
Response time: 1ms
Ports: 2x HDMI 1.4, 1x DisplayPort 1.2 (+2 USB 3.0 ports)
Brightness: 241 nits
sRGB gamut: 139.3%

Reasons to buy

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Good picture quality
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Sturdy, adjustable design
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Solid gaming performance

Reasons to avoid

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Dim vs. competition
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No HDMI 2.1 or HDR support

The Gigabyte G27FC is a 27-inch curved gaming monitor that aims to give you a more immersive experience when playing games without costing an arm and a leg.

With its 1080p resolution and 165Hz refresh rate this monitor is built for playing PC games at high framerates, and after spending a few months with it, we're confident you'll appreciate the G27FC's gaming capabilities.

The limited brightness and workhorse design won't wow onlookers, but you'd be hard-pressed to get a much better 27-inch curved gaming monitor for this price.

Read our full Gigabyte G27FC review.

The best productivity curved monitor

Samsung Odyssey OLED G8

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The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 is a stylish OLED curved gaming monitor that’s a serious rival for the Alienware AW3423DWF. Like that monitor, the Odyssey OLED G8 features an immersive 34-inch curved display with stunning picture quality. Its fast 175Hz refresh rate and low 0.03ms response time deliver solid performance, especially for games that require quick reflexes. Add Samsung’s smart TV and gaming hub apps, and you have one of the best curved monitors and best gaming monitors we’ve reviewed.

While pricey at $1,799, the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 is an overall brilliant gaming monitor.

Read our full Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 review.

The best for gaming and productivity

Specifications

Dimensions: 32.3 x 7.3 x 18.0 inches
Screen Size: 34 inches
Resolution: 3,440 x 1,440
Refresh Rate: 175Hz
Inputs: 1x Mini DP 2, 1x Micro HDMI, 2x USB-C
Response Time: 0.03ms
Aspect Ratio: 21:9
Panel Type: OLED
Weight: 16.5 lbs with stand

Reasons to buy

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Immersive 34-inch curved display
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Vivid, sharp picture quality
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Elegant design

Reasons to avoid

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Pricier than competition
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Poor speaker quality

The best mid-range curved monitor

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A solid overall curved monitor

Specifications

Screen Size: 34 inches
Resolution: 3440 x 1440
Refresh Rate: 60Hz (overclocked to 100Hz)
Response Time: 43ms
Ports: DisplayPort, HDMI, four USB, headphone
Brightness: 251 nits
sRGB Gamut: 98.9 percent

Reasons to buy

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Attractive design
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Gorgeous picture quality
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Strong G-Sync performance
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Low latency

Reasons to avoid

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Pricey
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Navigating menus can be a pain

Packed with all the goodies a gamer could ever ask for, the Acer Predator X34 was the best monitor on the market before the Alienware 34 took its spot. It all starts with a 34-inch, 3340 x 1440-resolution display, which provides an exceptionally immersive viewing experience, thanks to its high maximum brightness and vivid colors.

Gamers will love all the technology Acer brings to the table with the Predator. Not only does the curved monitor support Nvidia's G-Sync technology for eliminating screen tears, but it also has fast response times and overclocking to 100Hz refresh rate. The Predator wears its gaming aesthetic well, flaunting an aggressive stance and bottom-facing LED lights.

See our full Acer Predator X34 review.

The best G-Sync curved monitor

Alienware 34 QD-OLED gaming monitor on desk

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Best curved monitor for Nvidia GPU owners

Specifications

Screen Size: 34 inches
Resolution: 3440 x 1440
Refresh Rate: 175Hz
Response Time: 1ms
Ports: Two HDMI, DisplayPort, two USB 3.0, headphone
Brightness: 288.6 nits
sRGB Gamut: 140 percent

Reasons to buy

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Outstanding image quality
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High refresh rate and low latency
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Easy-to-use-interface

Reasons to avoid

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No HDMI 2.1 ports
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Takes up considerable space

The first QD-OLED ultrawide to hit the market remains a remarkable monitor. Back when we first reviewed it we said it "was one of the most amazing displays we've ever seen", and that still stands. Thanks to its infinite contrast ratio, limitless blacks and strong HDR performance, this panel shares the vast majority of excellent features as its close cousin, the Alienware 34DW23DWF.

The only real differences between both gorgeous ultrawide screens? The AW3423DW supports Nvidia G-Sync, whereas the AW3423DWF goes the AMD route, supporting FreeSync instead. The one advantage the latter holds over the former is support for HMDI 2.1, while this slightly older model is limited to an HDMI 2.0 socket. Unless you're planning to hook this baby up to a PS5 or Xbox Series X, you'll likely being using its DisplaySport connection, so this omission is in no way a deal-breaker. This is a gobsmacking monitor that's just begging to be hooked up to a rig housing one of the best Nvidia GeForce GPUs. 


See our full Alienware QD-OLED AW3423DW review.

The best FreeSync curved monitor

LG UltraGear 45GR75DC

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Best curved monitor for AMD GPU owners

Specifications

Screen Size: 45-inch
Resolution: 5,120 x 1,440
Refresh rate: 200Hz
Response time: 1ms
Ports: 2x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x USB-C, 2x USB-A
Brightness: 307 nits
sRGB gamut: 150.2%

Reasons to buy

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Immersive 45-inch curved display
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Great for productivity
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Fast performance
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Elegant design

Reasons to avoid

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Dim HDR brightness

If you're looking for a curved monitor that supports AMD FreeSync, then the LG UltraGear 45GR75C is an excellent choice.

Beyond its compatibility with AMD's GPUs, LG's monitor also makes for a great entry into the world of ultrawide monitors thanks to its $899 asking price. It features a blazing-fast 200Hz refresh rate and a low 1ms response time. These features make for a fast and smooth experience no matter what game you're playing. And don't worry if your gaming rig has an Nvidia card since the 45GR75C will also deliver a smooth and lag-free time. The 45-inch display is also ideal for multitaskers.

The only downside is that the LG UltraGear 45GR75C doesn't get as bright as advertised. This monitor is advertised to hit 600 nits of HDR brightness. However, it peaked at 391 nits. That's not terrible but short of what we expected. Other than that, the LG UltraGear 45GR75C is a curved monitor we highly recommend.

Read our full LG UltraGear 45GR75C review.

The best 49-inch curved monitor

Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED sitting on desk

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Best 49-inch curved monitor

Specifications

Screen Size: 49 inches
Resolution: 5120 x 1440
Refresh Rate: 240Hz
Response Time: 0.03ms
Ports: 1x HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort, 4x USB-C, headphone
Brightness: 236 nits
sRGB Gamut: 194.5 percent

Reasons to buy

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Immersive 49-inch OLED curved display
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Bright and colorful panel
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High refresh rate & low response time

Reasons to avoid

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Pricier than competitors
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Too large for many desks

Thanks to its sheer size, there’s absolutely no way the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 isn’t going to instantly command your attention. As the world’s first-ever 49-inch OLED gaming monitor, we don’t know if we’ve ever encountered a more immersive display.

Its feature set is borderline ridiculous, too. For (an admittedly) super pricey $,1800, you get a monitor with 1,800R curvature to give you a wrap-around vision experience that makes it oh-so-easy to get lost in your favorite PC games. The panel’s lightning-quick 0.03ms response time and 240Hz refresh rate also make it a great option for hardcore first-person shooter fans with seriously deep pockets. 

Those stats are ludicrous, and we love the ambition and craft Samsung has poured into its stunning curved OLED monitor. The Odyssey OLED G9 is capable of producing peerlessly immersive experiences, and if you’re swimming in cash, you should consider treating yourself to one.

See our full Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 review.

The best 57 inch curved monitor

Samsung Odyssey Neo G9

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Best 57-inch curved monitor

Specifications

Screen Size: 57-inch
Resolution: 7,680 x 2,160
Refresh Rate: 240Hz
Response Time: 1ms
Ports: This inclu3x HDMI 2.1 ports, 1x DisplayPort, 4x USB-A ports, 1x headphone jack
Brightness: 619 nits
sRGB Gamut: 141.6%

Reasons to buy

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Immersive 57-inch curved display
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Sleek and elegant design
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Vivid image quality
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Fast performance

Reasons to avoid

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Unwieldy size
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No joystick menu control

Make no mistake, the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 is easily one of the largest monitors you'll ever see. At a monstrous 57 inches, Samsung's monitor makes all the other devices on this list look puny in comparison. Size is certainly its standout feature, but the Odyssey Neo G9 delivers the goods for a gaming monitor.

The immersive 1,000R curved display 7,680 x 2,160 resolution, buttery smooth 240Hz refresh rate and fast 1ms response time make for an awesome gaming experience no matter what you're playing. If you're a multitasker, all that extra screen real estate can also help you maximize productivity.

Though the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 commands a hefty $2,499 asking price (at time of writing), it's still one of the finest curved monitors out there.

Read our full Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 review.

Dave Meikleham
UK Computing Editor

Dave is a computing editor at Tom’s Guide and covers everything from cutting edge laptops to ultrawide monitors. When he’s not worrying about dead pixels, Dave enjoys regularly rebuilding his PC for absolutely no reason at all. In a previous life, he worked as a video game journalist for 15 years, with bylines across GamesRadar+, PC Gamer and TechRadar. Despite owning a graphics card that costs roughly the same as your average used car, he still enjoys gaming on the go and is regularly glued to his Switch. Away from tech, most of Dave’s time is taken up by walking his husky, buying new TVs at an embarrassing rate and obsessing over his beloved Arsenal.