The new IPS gaming monitor caters to gamers who want to afford a high-refresh-rate operation without breaking the bank. Philips Introduces Evnia 27M2N5201P 27-inch IPS Gaming Monitor, Featuring 260 Hz Refresh Rate, 1ms GtG Response Time, and HDR10 Support at $215 Popular monitor maker, Philips, has introduced a new affordable offering for gamers that are on a tight budget, but want some competitive specifications for fast-paced gaming. Most budget gaming monitors these days offer over 200 Hz refresh rate under $200, and the newly launched Evnia 27M2N5201P can touch 260 Hz refresh rate for ultra smooth gaming experience. The Evnia […]

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For a while there, if you wanted to go above 144Hz, you would have to spend hundreds of pounds on a new gaming monitor. Over the past year, the barrier to entry for these ultra-high refresh monitors has only lowered. The latest from Philips Evnia can have you gaming at up to 260Hz for less than £160.

Philips Evnia is adding the 27M2N5201P to its line-up, targeting competitive gamers who want high frame rates without moving beyond Full HD. The monitor features a 27-inch Fast IPS panel with a refresh rate of up to 260Hz. With up to 1ms GtG response time and 0.3ms Smart MBR, it ensures maximum visibility during high-speed action. The feature set is completed by HDR10 support, AdaptiveSync, Low Input Lag, and the Philips Evnia Precision Center software.

The included stand supports height adjustment, along with tilt, swivel, and pivot, allowing the screen position to be set for different desk layouts and play styles. For connections, the Philips Evnia 27M2N5201P includes one HDMI 2.0 port and DisplayPort 1.4, plus a headphone output, supporting common PC and console sources. The monitor is supplied with HDMI and DisplayPort cables for straightforward setup.

The Philips Evnia 27M2N5201P will be available starting this month, priced around £159.99.

KitGuru Says: The budget gaming monitor market has become more impressive each year. Are you considering making the jump to a 240Hz+ display this year?

Philips has introduced the Evnia 27M2G5800, a 27-inch gaming monitor featuring a dual-mode Fast IPS panel. The display allows users to switch between a native 5K resolution for high-fidelity tasks and a high-refresh QHD mode for competitive gaming. 

According to ITHome, the Evnia 27M2G5800 has a native resolution of 5120×2880, with a pixel density of 217 PPI. In 5K mode, the monitor supports a native 165Hz refresh rate, which can be overclocked to 180Hz. Alternatively, the display can be toggled to a 2560×1440 QHD mode to unlock refresh rates up to 330Hz.

Philips rates the display at a peak brightness of 500 nits and a 1000:1 contrast ratio. It features VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification and supports adaptive sync, including official G-Sync compatibility. Also, the brand claims a 1ms GtG response time, a 10-bit colour depth, and a wide colour gamut coverage (Adobe RGB: 95%, DCI-P3: 98%, sRGB: 137%).

Connectivity is handled by two HDMI 2.1 ports and a single DisplayPort 2.1. The latter is required to utilise the 5K resolution at its 180Hz overclocked limit. The monitor also features a USB hub with one USB-B upstream port and two USB-A downstream ports, along with a 3.5mm headphone jack. Integrated software features include Shadow Boost, Smart Crosshair, and Smart MBR. It is currently listed at 4999 yuan (£544).

KitGuru says: Although the converted price makes this monitor quite enticing, if it ever comes to the West, it won't likely come as cheaply. Still, the Evnia 27M2G5800 looks like a very versatile monitor for anything you throw at it.