The idea from AOC is simple: why buy separate monitors for work and gaming when one can do both? AOC’s new B3 series additions pair the sharp, text-friendly benefits of QHD resolution with the smooth motion handling you’d expect from a gaming display. Both the AOC Q24B36X and AOC Q27B36X use IPS panels with wide viewing angles, so colours stay consistent whether your posture is good while working or perhaps slips a little while gaming later on.
The 144 Hz refresh rate is the real headline at this price point. It makes everyday tasks like scrolling and window management feel noticeably smoother, and when you clock off and fire up a game, the 0.5 ms response time keeps things sharp. Adaptive-Sync handles screen tearing, and there’s HDR10 support for compatible content – though don’t expect miracles at this brightness level and with an IPS panel.
The basic connectivity options are all included with HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4, plus a headphone jack. The stands offer tilt adjustment or you can switch to VESA mounting if you’d rather use an arm. Eye-comfort features like flicker-free tech and a low blue light mode are included for longer working days or work days that become work and gaming days without much break.
The AOC Q24B36X and AOC Q27B36X are available from January 2026 at £109 and £129. For anyone tired of choosing between a sharp work monitor and a smooth gaming one, that’s a hard price to argue with.
