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In the world of large gaming monitors, the 49-inch 32:9 category is the most extreme. It’s ideal for first-person gaming, whether you play shooters or racing sims. And if you can afford an OLED, the experience is truly up-level.
For those able to spend a little more money, there’s AOC’s Agon Pro Porsche Design PD49. It offers the same superb video processing and stunning image of other QD-OLEDs, but it adds high style and unsurpassed build quality for a little more money.
Performance-wise, the PD49 is on par with its competition. Motion resolution at high frame rates is entirely free of blur. Input lag is very low, 21ms in my test. This makes it the quickest 49-inch 240 Hz OLED I’ve tested. Gaming on it is an addictive experience.
The image is stunning, like every OLED, and further enhanced by Quantum Dot tech. The PD49 is currently the most colorful OLED I’ve reviewed, with over 115% coverage of DCI-P3. Though I noted a slight gamma anomaly, it can be enjoyed without calibration. The picture is very accurate, and my adjustments made only a small improvement.
Sound quality is definitely above average. With eight-watt internal speakers, excellent clarity and volume, and DTS tuning with multiple modes, you can enjoy an immersive experience without headphones.
The PD49 is a premium gaming monitor in every respect. From its superb build quality and styling to its high performance and stunning image, it is a purchase that no one will regret. And since it isn’t priced significantly higher than its competition, you’re essentially getting that Porsche Design cachet for only a small upcharge. At this writing, it’s selling for around $1,200, so if that is within your budget, the PD49 should be on your short list.
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