A vertical monitor for gaming or for video calls with family overseas: how SA buyers should choose

The MSI MAG 274F at R3,006 suits SA buyers who want a sharp everyday gaming monitor that can handle fast play with its 200Hz spec while still feeling smooth for upright video calls with family overseas. For a lower spend, the Dell SE2726H at R1,797 gives you 144Hz, which is still a useful step up from basic office screens.

Best gaming monitor choices for mixed use

The ViewSonic VX2779A at R2,350 is the strongest value pick if refresh rate matters most, because its 240Hz spec is the fastest option listed here. It makes sense for a desk where gaming is the priority, but the same panel can be rotated upright when a long family call needs more room for faces and chat windows.

The AOC 27in QHD 200Hz at R3,200 is the better premium-feeling choice from this list if you want the extra desktop space of QHD with a fast 200Hz refresh rate. That combination is useful when you want one screen to cover gaming, browsing, and a cleaner portrait layout for calls or messages.

Student desk or gaming room setup

On a tight SA student desk, the Dahua LM25 at R1,850 gives you 200Hz without taking the budget as high as the R3,006 MSI MAG 274F. If the screen will often stand vertical beside a laptop, the cheaper Dell SE2726H at R1,797 is easier to justify, but its 144Hz spec is less gaming-focused than the 200Hz and 240Hz options.