AOC Set to Launch AGON 1000Hz 1080p Gaming Monitor Next Year with Multiple High Refresh Rate Variants

Another monitor manufacturer is reportedly gearing up to launch a 1000Hz display aimed at eSports gaming. However, the crucial question remains: is such a high refresh rate truly necessary?

AOC’s Upcoming AGON Monitors: Revolutionizing High Refresh Rates

The market for high refresh rate monitors is escalating rapidly. While the practicality of a 1000Hz gaming monitor is debatable, manufacturers are pushing the boundaries of refresh rates. Recently, HKC’s AntGamer announced plans for a 1000Hz gaming monitor set to debut in 2026. Now, AOC, a well-regarded brand for cost-effective high-refresh displays, has joined the ranks.

AOC reveals six new monitors for 2026, including models like 27-inch 5K 165HZ-QHD 330HZ dual mode and 24.1-inch TN panel 400HZ. — Image Credit: IT Home

AOC AGON series 2026 new monitor lineup leaked 2025-10-31 09:31:00

The leaked product roadmap for AOC’s 2026 AGON gaming monitors details six new models, including a flagship 5K ultra-high-resolution monitor and various dual-mode displays boasting a remarkable 1000Hz refresh rate:

27″5K 165Hz – QHD 330Hz dual mode

27″UHD 160Hz dual mode with AI

27″QHD 500Hz – FHD 1000Hz dual mode

27″QHD 420Hz with circular polarizer

27″QHD 360Hz featuring PULSAR technology for a 1000Hz effect

24.1″TN panel maxing out at 400Hz

All models are set to include AGON’s advanced design features, a revamped on-screen display (OSD) menu, and customizable physical buttons. Notably, the AI gaming functionality will automatically adjust visual settings based on the game being played.(Machine Translated)

According to the leaked specifications, AOC is poised to release an impressive lineup of six high-refresh-rate gaming monitors next year. Among these is a 27-inch 5K model operating at 165Hz alongside a 330Hz QHD mode. Additionally, a 27-inch UHD monitor featuring dual mode at 160Hz and an “AI”enhancement is on the horizon, as well as a 27-inch QHD display capable of achieving 1000Hz at Full HD resolution.

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AOC’s ambition positions it against HKC, likely relying on advanced technologies such as Black Frame Insertion to simulate a 1000Hz refresh rate. Recently, the industry has seen advancements, including LG’s fourth-generation OLED panel which achieved a 720Hz refresh rate at 720p resolution. The ASUS ROG Super Kill 27 Pro was the first to reach this benchmark, launched in China just days ago. In contrast, the AOC AGON model aims to deliver 1000Hz at 1080p—a feat not yet accomplished.

Do We Really Need 1000Hz Monitors?

This leads to an important consideration: is a 1000Hz monitor genuinely necessary? The straightforward answer is NO. The human eye struggles to perceive refresh rates beyond 240Hz or 360Hz, raising questions about the real advantages of going higher. As such, a 1000Hz display could be considered excessive, compounded by the difficulty in achieving 1000 frames per second (FPS).

AOC’s upcoming range also includes 360Hz and 420Hz QHD 27-inch monitors, along with a 24.1-inch TN panel promising to reach 400Hz. Additionally, a monitor featuring PULSAR technology aimed at providing a perceived 1000Hz refresh rate is on the list, likely utilizing backlight strobing techniques to enhance motion clarity.

For more details, refer to the articles from IT Home and Videocardz.

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