Microsoft expands “Designed for Xbox” program to include HDMI 2.1 gaming monitors and TVs
Buying a monitor with all the features you need to play Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 games in the best condition is a tricky task. In addition to supporting 120Hz, you also need to pay attention to whether it supports variable refresh rate, HDR, etc. Features. Fortunately, Microsoft is considering buying a monitor to match your new console.
The company is expanding its “designed for Xbox” program to include gaming monitors.
Starting this summer, you will begin to see some displays with the “Xbox Game Features” badge. At first glance, the brand will tell you that the display includes an HDMI 2.1 connection and supports features such as HDR and 120Hz refresh rate.
The first batch of monitors with this brand includes the 43-inch ROG Strix Xbox Edition gaming monitor for $1,399 from Asus and the 28-inch Acer Xbox Edition gaming monitor for $950 and more. It is worth noting that one of the products included in the release series is the Philips Momentum 559M1RYV, which is a 55-inch monitor that Microsoft describes as “TV and soundbar in one”, so it was finally shipped with the badge The type of panel may be better than the “Game Monitor” nickname implies this.
Although it is mainly Microsoft’s branding campaign, it should still contribute to new displays on the market. Display manufacturers have added that the HDMI 2.1 connection is slow to their products. If you want to output 4K images at 120Hz, this port is necessary.
