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In order to help eliminate confusion about which monitors work best with its latest consoles, Microsoft is today expanding its Designed for Xbox program to include new decals for TVs and monitors.
Previously, the Designed for Xbox program was limited to gaming accessories such as consoles, headphones, and expandable storage. But Microsoft said in a blog post today that the company will start adopting monitors capable of fully supporting the range of specs and visual quality you can get from the Xbox Series S/X, starting with Asus, Acer and Philips monitors.
The main specifications covered by the new “Gaming Features for Xbox” badge are support for Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), HDR, 4K and 120Hz, with some manufacturers rolling out some additional features depending on the model.
Philips Momentum 55″ 559M1RYVI Photo: Philips
New monitors and TVs launched as part of the Extended Design for Xbox program include the 55-inch Philips Momentum, a monitor that comes with a built-in soundbar that has been validated by Microsoft to deliver an optimal experience for the Xbox Series S/X. Philips has also Ambiglow technology that projects colored light onto the wall behind the screen for added ambiance.
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The Momentum also comes with 4K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro support, along with VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification. The Philips Momentum is expected to be released later this summer and will cost $1,600.
ASUS Strix Xbox Edition 43″ Gaming Monitor XG43UQ Photo: Asus
Asus and Acer also have two new monitors coming soon that will be part of the Designed for Xbox program. Asus ROG Strix Xbox Edition is a 43-inch monitor with a fast response time of 1ms, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, and 4K resolution with a refresh rate of 120Hz. Similar to Philips Momentum, ROG Strix Xbox Edition also features VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification and a wide color gamut covering 90% of the DCI-P3 spectrum. Unfortunately, Asus hasn’t released pricing for this monitor yet, so stay tuned for more as we get closer to its official release sometime in October.
Acer XV282K KVImage 28″ Gaming Monitor: Acer
Finally, there’s Acer’s 28-inch Xbox Edition gaming monitor that switches things up with a lower DisplayHDR 400 brightness rating against a built-in KVM switch for connecting multiple PCs to the same keyboard and mouse, along with TUV/Eyesafe certification, helping reduce potentially harmful blue light . And like all displays built for Xbox, Acer’s $950 Xbox Edition gaming monitor (available later this fall) supports 4K resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate via HDMI 2.1.
Oh, and in case you’re having trouble finding the right wire to connect your Xbox S/X to your monitor, Microsoft is working with partners to certify cables too, with Microsoft hailing Cable Matters’ High Speed Active HDMI Cable as one of the longest-running HDMI 2.1 cables. approved in the market.
And while the Microsoft Designed for Xbox Extended Program will only have three new screens to get started, Microsoft says it’s looking to add more TVs and monitors to the program in the future. However, it’s important to remember that not every TV or monitor that supports 4K HDR at 120Hz will earn a Microsoft badge, so if you’re looking for something like a luxury OLED TV to pair with a new Xbox S/X, there are other uncertified options like the LG C1 which can provide a great gaming experience as well.
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