Gaming

Best gaming monitors for the PS5 and Xbox Series X

Play at 120 FPS while having mercy on your wallet

File photo: Legion Y27gq-25 Gaming Monitor

Published

November 2, 2020

Gab Orlina

A new chapter is unfolding for the console wars of the next generation. In one to two weeks time, people will decide on whether they like the boxy Xbox Series X, or a massive PlayStation 5. Both consoles give you a relative game changer in playing games at 120 FPS in full 4K resolution! It’s just that, well there’s a catch to achieving that.

See, in order to achieve 120 FPS in 4K, both consoles come with an HDMI cable with HDMI 2.1 support. HDMI 2.1 is the latest version of high-definition display technology that supports high refresh rates for higher resolutions. You mostly find these in the latest TVs, but they’re just too expensive. So, the next best thing on the list are gaming monitors but you’re out of luck there.

As of writing, only two monitors currently have HDMI ports with HDMI 2.1, but still in production. One of them is by ASUS ROG, with a 43-inch gaming monitor that has no name, no price, and no release date. The other is the Eve Spectrum, a crowdfunded gaming monitor that comes in at US$ 689 (roughly PhP 33,000) for the 4K, 120Hz option.

In the meantime, which gaming monitors can you roll with that can give you that 120 FPS, but won’t break your wallet any further? Here are some monitors we have in mind:

Lenovo Legion Y27q-20 Gaming Monitor

Recently, Lenovo Legion launched gaming monitors with refresh rates greater than 120Hz. Essentially, this is a great thing to feature with the next-gen consoles coming up because most of them are capable of giving you 120 FPS gameplay. However, keep in mind that these don’t support 4K at 120 FPS. If you just want the 120 FPS, they have one monitor in mind.

The Lenovo Legion Y27q-20 is a gaming monitor with a 165Hz refresh rate, and equipped with a 1ms response rate. For most competitive PC gamers, this would be a great pickup if they want smoother gameplay at higher frame rates. This monitor comes with HDMI 2.0, which in theory supports 120 FPS gameplay at 1440p.

However, this monitor supports NVIDIA’s G-SYNC Technology which is incompatible with the next-gen consoles. If you still want to get it, you can get your hands on the Lenovo Legion Y27q-20 through your local resellers or Lazada PH.

27” ASUS TUF Gaming Monitor VG279QL1A

Apart from the ROG line, ASUS also leans on their much more affordable TUF Gaming lineup of peripherals. Some of their TUF Gaming monitors serve up the same level of performance on paper, but at a more affordable price than most ROG monitors in the market. When sifting through the monitors they’re offering, one particularly stands out suited for next-gen consoles.

ASUS’ 27” VG279QML1A TUF Gaming Monitor also comes with a 165Hz refresh rate, and comes with FreeSync support. With Adaptive Sync, it promises to bring smooth gameplay for AMD GPUs, which the next-gen consoles bring. Like the Legion Y27q-20, this monitor also comes with HDMI 2.0 ports.

For this monitor, it comes natively in FHD resolution, with support for a 120Hz refresh rate. With next-gen consoles, it’s very possible that you will achieve close to 120 FPS gameplay with this monitor. To get this monitor, you can visit your local ASUS outlet or on Datablitz PH.

MSI Optix MAG274R Esports Gaming Monitor

When you first hear MSI, the first things you think of are usually laptops and gaming peripherals. The gaming brand also has a great list of gaming monitors, mostly focused on competitive Esports players and teams. Another great thing about these monitors is that they’re relatively affordable, as well.

One of such options is the MSI Optix MAG274R Esports Gaming Monitor. Compared to the others, this only comes with a 144Hz refresh rate but with FreeSync support. Still, what stands out for this particular monitor is its support for a HDMI 2.0b port. Although it’s the same HDMI 2.0 port, it provides HDR support, which next-gen consoles accommodate.

You can purchase this monitor through MSI’s concept and affiliate stores. They also sell the monitor through Datablitz PH.

Gaming

Microsoft dictates that a new Fallout game is coming

Microsoft cancelled an Avowed sequel to focus on Fallout.

Published

July 10, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Bethesda used to be a bastion for RPG experiences. Today, however, the company prefers living off its older properties such as Elder Scrolls Online and Fallout 76. For a while now, the question has been: When will Bethesda release a new game in either of their two biggest franchises? Well, according to a report, a new Fallout game might be coming soon.

As of late, Microsoft has been restructuring its studios. In fact, the company might shut down the studio behind the Dishonored series and the upcoming game based on Marvel’s Blade. Now, as part of that reshuffling (via Bloomberg), Obsidian Entertainment has been told to cancel a sequel to Avowed and focus on a new Fallout game.

It’s a huge change. Microsoft has notably stayed away from its more popular franchises for a while now. The latest Fallout game is still Fallout 76. The latest Elder Scrolls game has been in development for a long, long time now. Only DOOM, via last year’s The Dark Ages, got a new title recently.

To be clear, it’s unknown whether we’re getting the true Fallout 5 or another iteration of the online 76. If it’s really the fifth mainline entry in the franchise, it’s coming at a very opportune time. The franchise is currently on a high, riding the popularity of the TV series of the same name. Fans will surely enjoy a follow-up.

To fuel things further, Josh Sawyer, the director behind the universally lauded New Vegas, is reportedly spearheading the production of the new game.

Gaming

HoYo FEST 2026 details announced; tickets on sale from July 16

Join the celebration

Published

July 9, 2026

GadgetMatch

HoYoverse’s annual flagship fan celebration in Southeast Asia, the HoYo FEST, as officially been announced with tickets selling starting July 16.

Fans across Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, and Singapore can enjoy four days of interactive experiences, live entertainment, and more activities featuring HoYoverse’s famed titles:

Genshin Impact
Honkai Impact 3
Honkai: Star Rail
Tears of Themis
Zenless Zone Zero

In addition, the gathering will spotlight a first look at the upcoming Honkai: Nexus Anima. The game will be offered at the Experience Zone so visitors can be among the first to try through limited hands-on sessions.

Fans can expect the following experiences at each HoYo FEST:

Check-in Zone: Kick off your journey with activities across all six titles, plus exclusive freebies
Game Booths: Jump into immersive mini games inspired by the aforementioned titles
Hands-on experiences for Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero
Merch: Grab fan-favorite HoYo FEST merchandise from event-exclusive standees and pillows to Character Giftboxes and more
Artist Alley: An even larger creative hub for artists and fans to showcase, sell, and share HoYoverse-inspired art
HoYo FEST Stage: Feel the excitement with Open Stage performances, the Cosplay Runway Walk, and vibrant community showcases

Tickets will be available in the following categories:

1-Day Pass
1-Day Fast Pass with priority access and exclusive collectibles
4-Day Pass (3-Day Pass in Singapore)

Venue details:

Bangkok: Central Ladprao, BCC Hall
Ho Chi Minh City: Sky Expo, Hall A4
Jakarta: Pondok Indah Mall 3, City Hall
Kuala Lumpur: Pavilion Exhibition Centre Bukit Jalil, Hall 1-3
Manila: SPACE at One Ayala, Hall A-D
Singapore: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hall 403

Gaming

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced available worldwide now

It’s available on all major platforms.

Published

July 9, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Last year was the year of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the franchise’s first Japan-themed entry. This year, however, the series is coming back to the one of its most popular worlds outside of Japan: pirates. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is now available on all major platforms.

Set during the Golden Age of Piracy, Black Flag Resynced brings players back into the boots of Edward Kenway, a vagabond pirate turned assassin. As he navigates the mysterious battle between Assassins and Templars, he travels the entire Caribbean and meets iconic pirates like Blackbeard and Anne Bonny.

This time, the 2013 game has been reengineered from the ground up using the latest Anvil engine. Besides amazing graphics, the remake has updated combat, new characters, and more narrative content.

Starting today, players can get Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Ubisoft Store, Ubisoft+, Steam, and Epic Games Store.

The Deluxe Edition packs the digital-only edition with the Master Assassin Character Pack and the Master Assassin Naval Pack. Meanwhile, the Collector’s Edition includes the Deluxe Edition and a catalog of physical goodies (Edward’s Figurine, an Edward wearable metal brooch, an exclusive SteelBook, a cloth map).