High-performance gaming monitors | Global Sources
by Stef Calimlim (Content Editor)
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Gaming monitors are not just a fad that will wither with time as they represent a viable market segment that is expected to generate billions in revenue in the coming years.
According to global research company International Data Corporation (IDC), shipments of gaming monitors will surge from 14.2 million screens in 2020 to 26.4 million in 2025, registering a CAGR of 13.2 percent. It added that the total shipments of gaming PCs and monitors grew by 19.3 percent from 2020 to 2021. Meanwhile, Future Market Insights’ latest data showed that the global market for gaming monitors is currently valued at $9.28 billion and is expected to reach $15.44 billion by the end of 2030, registering a CAGR of 6.6 percent.
Spurred by the rising interest in e-sports and online gaming competitions, manufacturers are investing in R&D to develop and launch advanced gaming monitors. Features such as 1920x1080, 2560x1440 and 4K resolutions, low input lag, improved response time and image quality, high refresh rates, G-Sync compatible display, HDMI 2.1 compatibility, FreeSync, VA panel or IPS display technology integration and screen size and are common specifications consumers look into when buying gaming monitors. The more advanced they are, the better the gaming experience.
The global gaming monitor market will continue to be dominated by the residential end-user segment. In terms of distribution channels, the online segment is preferred by consumers due to the convenience and accessibility it provides. Per region, the Asia-Pacific market accounted for the largest revenue share at the onset of the pandemic. Prime gaming spots like Japan, South Korea, China and Australia will also drive the demand for gaming monitors. The development of new innovative games and advancements in Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) technology and High Dynamic Range (HDR), which are creating more active players and attracting more consumers, are also seen as drivers in the market growth.
The products in the gallery below have been selected by our Market Analyst for representing trends in gaming monitors in today’s market.
Company: Guangzhou Chengmeisheng Guangdian Electronics Co. Ltd
The CM28F10--1 from Guangzhou Chengmeisheng is a 28in gaming monitor with 4K resolution, 75, 144 or 165Hz frequency, 16.7 million colors, 300cd/sqm brightness and 10,000:1 contrast ratio. It runs on a 12VDC, 50/60Hz power supply and has a VESA 100x100mm wall mount. The unit, with DisplayPort, HDMI, VGA and USB interface, supports G-Sync FreeSync. The 500-unit minimum order has a lead time of 20 to 25 days. Price ranges from $98 to $110.
Company: Shenzhen Century Joint Innovation Technology Co. Ltd
This H3C1C-005 49in gaming monitor from Shenzhen Century renders in 3840x1080 resolution, uses a VA panel and integrates FreeSync technology. It has 144Hz refresh rate, 178-degree viewing angle, and DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort input. An order of at least 500 units is for delivery in 40 to 45 days.
Company: Huntkey Enterprise Group
Huntkey offers this 31.5in X3271CK Curved Gaming Monitor with 2560x1440 resolution, 280cd/sqm brightness, 16.7 million colors, 3,000:1 contrast ratio, 16:9 aspect ratio, 144Hz refresh rate, 5msec response time, 178-degree viewing angle and 1,800R curvature. The 718x506x233mm VA unit, weighing 8.35kg, supports DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort. The MOQ is 300 units.
Company: Dongguan Topsky Electronics Co. Ltd
The T15N-315AP-1 from Dongguan Topsky is a 31.5in VA gaming monitor with 2560x1440 resolution, 165Hz refresh rate, 250cd/sqm brightness, 178-degree viewing angle and 72 percent NTSC color gamut. The unit, with an optional LED atmosphere lamp, can be mounted on the wall and supports HDR, FreeSync and G-Sync. It has inputs for DisplayPort, two HDMI, USB and headphones.
Company: Guangzhou Soyer Electronics Technology Co. Ltd
From Guangzhou Soyer, this 27in IPS gaming monitor, the YH-SY-270VH-05, renders in up to 1920x1080 resolution. It has 60 to 75Hz frequency, 3 to 5msec response time, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio and 10 to 45W power rating. Options for HDMI, DVI, USB, speaker, camera and microphone inputs are available. The order quantity of 200 sets is for delivery in seven to 10 days. Price ranges from $70 to $80.
Company: Shenzhen Huazhixin Optoelectronics Co. Ltd
Shenzhen Huazhixin’s 15.6in portable IPS gaming monitor has 1920x1080 resolution, 200±20cd/sqm brightness, 16.7 million colors, 16:9 aspect ratio, 6,800K color temperature, 45 percent NTSC and 62 percent sRGB color gamut, 85-degree viewing angle and 60Hz frequency. The 368x225x9mm unit, weighing 770g, has a built-in 8ohm speaker and supports Type-C and HDMI. An order of one unit is for delivery in 15 to 25 days. Price ranges from $83.90 to $88.90.
