The first monitors with RGB-stripe QD-OLED and OLED officially presented!

After the announcements of new OLED and QD-OLED panels with RGB-stripe pixel layout from LG Display and Samsung Display, the first real monitors utilizing this technology have finally appeared on the market. Asus and MSI showcased their models, and everything indicates that by 2026, OLEDs will no longer be associated solely with gaming and multimedia. We have previously seen a photo of the RGB-stripe OLED pixels from LG Display. Now, thanks to the announcements from Asus and MSI, we can also see the new QD-OLED pixel layout in the “V-Stripe” configuration, which will be used in monitors in 2026.

The new pixel layout significantly improves text readability and practically eliminates the color fringing effect, which was one of the biggest drawbacks of previous QD-OLED panels. This is an important step because it paves the way for the use of QD-OLED not only in gaming but also in office work, programming, or professional applications. Additionally, the overall sharpness of the image and color reproduction accuracy are also improved.

First QD-OLED Monitors with RGB Stripe

MSI has introduced the first two QD-OLED monitors with a new subpixel arrangement: MPG 341CQR X36 and MEG X. The second model stands out with additional "AI" features, such as AI Tracker, AI Gauge, AI Vision+, AI Scene, AI Goggle, and AI Scope. Both monitors have:

• 34 inches,

• resolution 3440×1440,

• 21:9 aspect ratio,

• refresh rate up to 360 Hz.

This is currently the only announced QD-OLED panel for 2026 with an RGB stripe, referred to as the 5th generation of QD-OLED. MSI monitors also utilize a new DarkArmor layer, which enhances black depth and reduces color tinting. This is a component of the panel itself from Samsung Display, rather than just a proprietary addition from the manufacturer.

Asus is also entering the RGB-stripe QD-OLED market

Asus has showcased two very similar models: PG34WCDN and XG34WCDMS. Here we also have:

• 34 inches,

• 3440×1440,

• 21:9 aspect ratio,

• new QD-OLED RGB-stripe with an improved coating that Asus calls BlackShield.

The differences between the models are as follows:

• PG34WCDN offers a refresh rate of up to 360 Hz,

• XG34WCDMS reaches 280 Hz and 0.03 ms GTG.

Both monitors provide:

• 99% DCI-P3 coverage,

• true 10-bit colors,

• Delta E < 2,

• VESA DisplayHDR 500 True Black certification,

• support for Dolby Vision.

Onboard, we find DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1, and USB-C. Power delivery via USB-C is 90 W for the PG34WCDN and 15 W for the XG34WCDMS.

First OLED RGB stripe monitor from LG Display

In addition to QD-OLEDs, Asus also presented the PG27UCWM, the first monitor based on the new 27-inch OLED RGB stripe panel from LG Display. The specifications look impressive:

• 27 inches,

• 4K (3840×2160),

• 240 Hz in 4K,

• 480 Hz in Full HD thanks to dual mode,

• 99% DCI-P3,

• 0.03 ms response time,

• HDR with Dolby Vision support.

The monitor can be connected via DisplayPort 2.1A (80 Gb/s) or HDMI 2.1, making it one of the most future-proof OLEDs on the market.

CES 2026 is shaping up to be very interesting

This is just the beginning. Everything indicates that during CES 2026 we will see many more OLED and QD-OLED monitors with RGB-stripe, and the technology that has struggled with text and sharpness for years is finally maturing for universal applications. If manufacturers keep their promises, 2026 could be a breakthrough year for OLED monitors not just for gamers.