Michał Stekla
Is it possible that the first true 8K/120 Hz monitor won't come from Samsung, but from the Chinese company BOE? Everything points in that direction. The company, which supplies panels for Dell, Asus, and LG, has just showcased a 31.5-inch LCD panel with a resolution of 8K and a refresh rate of 120 Hz. And it wasn't just a dry announcement — the equipment was functioning and looked pretty good.
8K 120Hz. Finally sense?
Do you remember the 8K monitor from Dell back in 2017? It had an impressive resolution, but... only 60 Hz. So for any action — totally useless. Meanwhile, BOE has showcased a screen that not only operates at 120 Hz at full 8K but can also jump to 240 Hz at 4K. Technically? Impressive.
On paper, it looks like a really strong contender. We have full 8K here, which is a resolution of 7680 × 4320 pixels, housed in a 31.5-inch IPS LCD panel. It also boasts a solid contrast ratio of 3000:1 and full coverage of the DCI-P3 colour space, which means accurate colour reproduction – an absolute must when working with video, graphics, and colour.
However, the biggest impression comes from the fluidity. The panel handles 120 Hz at full 8K, and when switched to 4K, it jumps to 240 Hz. So: one screen, two modes of operation – ultra-sharp and very smooth. And while gamers might find it appealing, we actually see this screen in the hands of professionals – editors, colourists, VFX artists, and advanced editors. For them, this panel is a tool of the trade, not a gadget.
Samsung and TCL... still quiet
TCL (that is, the supplier of LCDs for Samsung monitors) and Samsung Display announced 8K/120Hz earlier — TCL Mini-LED, Samsung QD-OLED. But so far: zero specifics, zero market launches. BOE might overtake them and introduce its panel this year. And with mass production. The thing is, BOE doesn't make monitors themselves — they are a panel supplier. The finished equipment depends on partners: Dell, LG, Asus, etc.
And what about gaming?
If you’re thinking about gaming at 8K 120 Hz, then... stop. Besides the monitor, you’ll need a GPU that costs a fortune, and DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.2 or Thunderbolt 5. In other words: a good setup for CSGO? No. For DaVinci Resolve or Unreal Engine 5? Definitely more so.
BOE mentions “mass production as early as 2025.” Realistically? If everything goes smoothly, we might see the first monitors before the holidays. But that’s not certain.
