Michał Stekla
Is it possible that the first true 8K/120 Hz monitor will not be from Samsung, but from the Chinese company BOE? Everything suggests so. 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 functional and looked really good.
8K 120Hz. Finally some sense?
Do you remember the 8K monitor from Dell in 2017? It had a super resolution but... only 60 Hz. So for any action — totally useless. Meanwhile, BOE has showcased a screen that not only operates at 120 Hz with full 8K but can also jump to 240 Hz at 4K. Technically? Impressive.
On paper, it promises to be a really strong contender. We have full 8K here, which is a resolution of 7680 × 4320 pixels, enclosed in a 31.5-inch IPS LCD panel. Additionally, it boasts a solid contrast ratio of 3000:1 and full coverage of the DCI-P3 colour space, meaning faithful colour reproduction — absolutely essential for working with video, graphics, and colour.
However, the most impressive aspect is the fluidity. The panel supports 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. While gamers may perk up at this, we see this screen more in the hands of professionals — editors, colourists, VFX artists, and advanced editors. For them, this panel is a work tool, not a gadget.
Samsung and TCL... still quiet
TCL (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 may catch up and introduce its panel this year. And with mass production. The thing is, BOE doesn't make monitors itself — it is a panel supplier. The finished equipment depends on partners: Dell, LG, Asus, etc.
And what about gaming?
If you are thinking about playing in 8K 120 Hz, then... stop. Besides the monitor, you will need a GPU costing thousands of pounds, 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.
BOE talks about "mass production as early as 2025." Realistically? If everything goes smoothly, we might see the first monitors before the holidays. But that is not certain.
