Search  for anything...
AOC

AOC CQ27G3Z 27" Curved Gaming Monitor, QHD 2K 2560x1440, 1000R VA, 240Hz 0.5ms, FreeSync Premium, Height Adjustable Stand, Xbox PS5 Switch, 3-Year Zero-Bright-dot,Black

  • Based on 722 reviews
Condition: Used - Like New
Checking for the best price...
$223.36 Why this price?
Holiday Deal · 23% off was $289.99

Buy Now, Pay Later


As low as $37.23 / mo
  • – 6-month term
  • – No impact on credit
  • – Instant approval decision
  • – Secure and straightforward checkout

Ready to go? Add this product to your cart and select a plan during checkout.

Payment plans are offered through our trusted finance partners Klarna, Affirm, Afterpay, Apple Pay, and PayTomorrow. No-credit-needed leasing options through Acima may also be available at checkout.

Learn more about financing & leasing here.

Selected Option

Free shipping on this product

FREE 30-day refund/replacement

To qualify for a full refund, items must be returned in their original, unused condition. If an item is returned in a used, damaged, or materially different state, you may be granted a partial refund.

To initiate a return, please visit our Returns Center.

View our full returns policy here.


Availability: Only 5 left in stock, order soon!
Fulfilled by Amazon

Arrives Friday, Dec 26
Order within 4 hours and 46 minutes
Available payment plans shown during checkout

Protection Plan Protect Your Purchase
Checking for protection plans...

Size: 27 inch


Style: QHD Curved 240Hz


Features

  • SUPERB CLARITY: 27-inch AOC Gaming G3-series gaming monitor with 2560x1440 QHD resolution and curved VA panel for immersive gameplay
  • BLAZINGLY-FAST: 240Hz refresh rate (via DP1.4) and rapid 0.5ms MPRT response time lets you target moving opponents with precision, putting you ahead of the game. Fast-moving action and dramatic transitions will be rendered smoothly without the effects of ghosting with AMD FreeSync Premium technology
  • LOW INPUT LAG: AOC Low Input Lag delivers a lag-free display for higher resolution, enhances picture quality, and maximizes in-game responsiveness
  • BETTER CONSOLE GAMING: AGON by AOC gaming monitors are designed to maximize the performance of your consoles by unleashing up to 120Hz frame rate (exact performance depends on consoles) and ultra low latency, giving you an edge over your opponents
  • UNPARALLELED IMMERSION: The 1000R radius super curved screen lets you dive deeper into the virtual worlds unfolding around you and enjoy your favorite game with the perfect overview

Description

Experience unparalleled immersion and win sweet victories with the AOC CQ27G3Z gaming monitor- a sleek 3-sided frameless battlestation with QHD 2560x1440 resolution. The 1000R radius curved screen comes with several benefits: less eye strain, reduced glare, larger perceived images and higher immersion. You can dive deeper into the virtual worlds unfolding around you and enjoy your favorite game with the perfect overview. With AMD FreeSync Premium, 240Hz lightning-fast refresh rate, and 0.5ms MPRT rapid response time, you get incredibly smooth graphics that react instantly to what’s happening on screen. Console gamers also get up to 120Hz frame rate (exact performance depends on consoles) and ultra low latency, giving you an edge over your opponents. Thanks to the 178/178 degree extra-wide viewing angle, you can witness consistent colors from any vantage point, with up to 120% sRGB area coverage. The included stand is height, swivel and tilt adjustable to provide each user with an optimal viewing angle, more comfortable for extended gaming and computing sessions. The monitor is also VESA compatible, allowing you to quickly change to another type of mounting solution. At AOC, we design great products that meet our customers’ needs in a sustainable and responsible way. Our entire lineup is Mercury-free, ROHS-compliant, and made from conflict-free materials. Our packaging now includes less plastic, less ink, and more paper. To learn more about our full commitment to a greener future, visit Environment Policy | AOC Monitors.

Specs & Other Info

SpecificationDetails
Display Size27 Inches
Maximum Display Resolution2560 x 1440 Pixels
ManufacturerAOC
Key FeaturesHeight Adjustable, Curved Screen
Refresh Rate240 Hz
Product SeriesAOC G3 Gaming Monitor
Model NumberCQ27G3Z
Weight18.96 pounds
Dimensions10.19 x 23.82 x 20.94 inches
ColorBlack
OriginChina
Release DateMarch 3, 2023

Frequently asked questions

The AOC CQ27G3Z gaming monitor features a QHD 2K resolution with 2560x1440 pixels, providing sharp and detailed visuals for an immersive gaming experience.

Yes, the AOC CQ27G3Z supports a high refresh rate of 240Hz, combined with a 0.5ms response time. This makes it highly suitable for fast-paced games, reducing motion blur and providing a smoother gaming experience.

Yes, the AOC CQ27G3Z is compatible with popular gaming consoles such as Xbox, PS5, and Nintendo Switch. It offers versatile connectivity options to accommodate various gaming platforms.

The AOC CQ27G3Z comes with a 3-year zero-bright-dot warranty, covering any bright dot defects that may appear on the screen during this period, providing added peace of mind for the users.

Top Amazon Reviews

🚀 Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.


These reviews collectively highlight the substantial value offered by this 27" QHD curved gaming monitor, especially under $300. Users appreciate its 1440p resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, and Adaptive Sync capability, noting these specs are competitive with much higher-priced monitors. The monitor’s great contrast ratio, vivid colors, and ability to adjust height and tilt are praised. While some initial technical issues with GPU compatibility were reported, these seem to have been resolved with driver updates. The built-in speakers' functionality was a minor point of contention for one user.

Pros

  • 🔥 Competitive pricing for high-end features including 1440p resolution and 144Hz refresh rate
  • 🌈 Excellent color quality and contrast ratio, suitable for both gaming and general use
  • 🎮 Adaptive Sync functionality enhances gaming experience
  • 🔧 Easy setup and good stand adjustability
  • 🛡 Generous warranty conditions compared to competitors

Cons

  • 🔌 Some initial compatibility issues with specific GPU models, though resolved with updates
  • 🌞 Brightness may be insufficient in well-lit environments
  • 🎵 Built-in speakers may require adjustment for use

Should I Buy It?

Yes, if you’re looking for a high-quality gaming monitor on a budget. This monitor offers excellent value for its price, with performance and quality often rivalling more expensive models. However, those with very specific hardware configurations should ensure compatibility to avoid initial hiccups.


  • Migrated from a TN monitor and WOW!
Size: 27 inch Style: QHD Curved 240Hz
VISUALS: I “upgraded” to this monitor due to some panel problems with my Pixio Px276. TN panels are known to be “dull” or not have the best colour accuracy so I expected this VA panel to provide a big visual difference and I wasn’t disappointed. The blacks are very dark and not as grey as they appeared on my previous monitor. I am currently playing through FFXVI and wow, is it a visual spectacle on this monitor! When testing on dark games primarily like FF7 remake the contrast caused the other colours to really pop on the screen. The colours are more vibrant than my previous TN panel and creates a much more visually appealing display. CURVE: Initially I was concerned with the 1000R curvature but this turned out to be a non issue after a couple days of usage. I am not sure if it was necessary for a 27” monitor as I do still find myself turning my head slightly when trying to focus on content at the furthest edge of the screen but I sit about two and a half feet away from it so it may not be an issue if you are closer. I have found that the curve does provide a more immersive experience when gaming or watching a movie. FRAMERATE: I don’t play competitive games so the 240HZ of this monitor is a bit overkill for my needs plus I don’t really have the GPU power to run newer titles at that frame rate. I did however try some older titles like Borderlands 2 to experience these high frame rates and they are buttery smooth although I personally can’t really seem to tell the difference between the 100s and 200s range. HDR: Unfortunately HDR is not supported on Ubuntu yet but I did try to test it on a Windows 10 machine and was left a bit perplexed. Now, I had heard that HDR wasn’t great on PC/Windows but I did not expect to have giant pixilated blocks with HDR enabled. I understand that some fine tuning is required to get HDR to work properly but I did not bother to pursue it as HDR wasn’t really a requirement for me but more of a bonus feature of the monitor. NEGATIVES: The only negative is that I found the menus to be a bit cumbersome to navigate at least when compared to my previous Pixio monitor. In my opinion the “normal” colour mode appeared to be more accurate than the default “warm” selection but I have barely made any changes to the monitor, using it with mostly default out of the box settings. I know there is an app that can be installed instead of fiddling with the monitor controls but I haven’t tested it. CONCLUSION: The monitor has worked great with no dead pixels etc over the last couple months of usage and do I hope it continues to last with no issues. I have known AOC to be a good legacy brand at least from the CRT days and I hope that legacy has been upheld over the years so that it has the same type of longevity and reliability as those older monitors. I think it’s a great monitor and from my personal experience it serves as a big upgrade in visual fidelity over a TN panel. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2024 by Riva Iron Grip

  • Great display
Size: 27 inch Style: QHD Flat IPS 240Hz
Amazing colors. Low latency. Top performance. This display is worth the price!! Went from a Samsung G9 to this and I couldn't be happier. Best bang for the buck high refresh rate IPS display out there.
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2025 by Kevin Boulevard

  • Beautiful picture. Works great for gaming
Size: 27 inch Style: QHD Curved 240Hz
This monitor looks amazing. I love it. I play lots of games and the quality on this is unbeatable. Super easy to set up and the size is perfect for me and is just as described. It's not super heavy which makes moving it easier. I haven't used the speakers on it so I'm not sure on sound quality. Works amazing. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2025 by Corrinda

  • Best value of all 32 inch monitors? Possibly.
Size: 32 inch Style: QHD Curved 180Hz
The Good: Great contrast and color. You can play with the settings to make it really pop without touching your graphics card settings. It seems they solved VA black smearing in this cheap model? If there is, I don't see any. I usually test this driving around at night in Cyberpunk 2077 or looking at the stars in No Mans Sky. Even at low FPS (60-70) there is no black smearing but there is more motion blur. At high FPS (120+) it looks absolutely perfect to my eyes. I'm running a 9800x3d + 9070XT and it can push lots of FPS. Gets decently bright too. I had to lower brightness because it was straining my eyes. No dead pixels. VESA mountable. I don't think you can do better for the price. The Bad: HDR is broken. You will not get it to look good no matter what you try. Windows HDR calibrator, monitor settings and graphics card settings will not be enough to fix what is broken. My advice is forget its even an option. SDR is perfectly fine. The stand it comes with is garbage. Get a VESA arm or mount. Other Thoughts: My experience with AOC monitors is hit and miss. Some last 10 years and some last 10 weeks. I'm really happy with this one so I hope it sticks around. Other monitors tried and returned: HP OMEN 32q (mediocre) Samsung Odyssey G50d (beyond terrible). For the money you will not get a better 32. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2025 by Mike in FL

  • After using for almost quite a full year, and forgot to write a review many months ago...
Size: 27 inch Style: QHD Curved 180Hz
The monitor is pretty good, but one has to remember it's a VA panel. There is some blacklight bleed as all VAs have, I've not had issue, as it varies panel to panel in production of such. This is the second AOC monitor I've owned in like... 25 years. This monitor is better than my old VA panel Viotech generic brand one which had got in 2018 and went to the digital grave when attempting to use G-Sync or something late 2024. It was also 27" sized screen like this one, but not as "strong" as the 1500R curve as this. This AOC monitor can do HDR if you want, but oh man that hurts my eyes sitting about an arm length away, so I don't. G-Sync/VRR also works on this, but remember this isn't an OLED/QD-LED so high frame rates and ghosting will happen, this is more for cinematic gaming/and browsing web/etc. Color is good, but not OLED/QD-OLED level. Documentation was kind of light, and they do expect you to download the monitor app for more in depth use and firmware updates. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2025 by Kenny

  • Clear winner at this price point!
Size: 32 inch Style: QHD Curved 165Hz
This monitor is superb, the curved shape makes the image surround you, and the high pixel count fits more in the same space than a 1920 x 1080. Buying this monitor in "Like New" condition and price becomes a no-brainer. For me it feels completely new, arrived in time, and it's setup in couple of minutes. Highly recommended!! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2025 by Jose A. Ortiz

Can't find a product?

Find it on Amazon first, then paste the link below.
Checking for best price...