If you use multiple PCs or consoles, prioritize a monitor with a remote

We're swiftly entering gaming monitor hunting season, with OLED, IPS and mini LED panels all on the table. Before you get distracted by those specs, though, consider one practical feature: a monitor with a remote control. If you only game on a single PC and rarely touch on-screen settings, a remote might seem unnecessary.

For anyone juggling a console next to their rig or several inputs, wireless controls spare you the pain of the tiny OSD nub or joystick and the repeated input switching that comes with multiple devices. BenQ was among the early adopters of bundled remotes on models such as the Mobiuz EX3210U, EX321UX and EX271UZ, and the extra control tends to appear on mid- and high-end screens while entry-level panels often drop it.

Samsung and LG also offer wireless controls on some displays, and smart monitors aimed at replacing small TVs frequently include a remote—though they typically use 60Hz IPS panels and cheaper models like the LG MyView are 1080p, which suits older consoles but not the latest PC GPUs.

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