Philips has announced its latest gaming monitor, the Evnia 27M2N5901A, and it looks like a great option for gamers, streamers, and content creators in general. The monitor brings a mix of speed and flexibility, making it useful for both high-end gaming and everyday work. It joins the growing list of ‘Dual Mode’ monitors – those that allow you to quickly switch resolutions while enjoying a boost to the panel’s refresh rate. We’ve recently seen the design used by LG on its latest OLED panel.

If you want great detail, you can choose UHD resolution at 160Hz, which is great for high-quality visuals in games, movies, or design work. But if you’re a competitive gamer, you can switch over to FHD at 320Hz for smoother visuals. Pair this with the 1ms GtG response time and 0.5 ms Smart MBR, and you’re getting one of the fastest monitors in its price range.

Press release in full

Philips Monitors launches the new Philips Evnia 27M2N5901A, an advanced gaming monitor designed to bring exceptional flexibility, immersive visuals, and seamless multitasking to gamers, content creators, and tech-savvy professionals alike. The monitor features cutting-edge Dual Mode technology, offering UHD at 160 Hz for visually rich games and productivity, as well as FHD at 320 Hz, with up to 1 ms GtG response time and 0.5 ms Smart MBR, for ultra-smooth competitive gaming. Coupled with AI-enhanced Ambiglow, it immerses users in every activity, whether gaming, streaming, or designing. In addition, its built-in USB hub and KVM switch ensure effortless connectivity and control of multiple devices for a complete setup.

Key features

• Dual Mode (UHD @160 Hz / FHD @320 Hz) to seamlessly switch between ultra-high-resolution productivity and high-speed gaming
• Integrated KVM switch to control multiple PCs using a single keyboard and mouse for maximum efficiency
• Fast 27″ IPS panel with response times up to 1 ms GtG and 0.5 ms Smart MBR for flawless transitions and smooth visuals
• VESA DisplayHDR 400 Certified for enhanced contrast and life-like images
• Adaptive-Sync for tear-free gameplay
• AI-enhanced Ambiglow dynamic ambient lighting for immersive experiences
• Complete connectivity and ergonomics including HDMI 2.1, USB-C 65 W Power Delivery, USB hub, built-in speakers, and an ergonomic, height-adjustable stand for comfort and convenience

One monitor, two resolutions, countless possibilities

Thanks to its Dual Mode, the Philips Evnia 27M2N5901A gives gamers unprecedented control over their experience, adapting instantaneously to their needs. Users can switch between UHD at 160 Hz for breathtaking, high-resolution immersive visuals and increased productivity with a high pixel density, or FHD at 320 Hz for butter-smooth, lightning-fast gaming performance. Whether engaging in competitive esports matches, streaming content, or doing any kind of creative work, switching between modes is simple and easy, allowing users to tailor their setup in real time. This superior flexibility ensures that the monitor delivers stunning detail as well as high-speed responsiveness, putting both performance and preference firmly in the user’s hands.

Immersion powered by intelligence

The Philips Evnia 27M2N5901A offers numerous additional features that take competitive gaming to the next level. With AI-enhanced Ambiglow, the processor analyses each incoming image and constantly adapts the monitor’s emitted light accordingly, making the gaming experience even more engaging and immersive.

The Philips Evnia Precision Center software lets users customise their monitor to match their unique gaming style. Smart Crosshair automatically changes the colour of a gamer’s crosshair to a shade that is visible against the background, boosting accuracy and improving aim. Stark ShadowBoost ensures that dark scenes are rendered with the ideal amount of contrast, avoiding overexposure of lit areas so gamers can benefit from enhanced vision, while Smart Sniper allows players to zoom in on a specific part of the image – regardless of game settings. This allows gamers to improve their in-game sharpshooting skills.

Superior gaming meets superior productivity

Beyond the exhilarating speed and superior sharpness of its Dual Mode, the Philips Evnia 27M2N5901A is jam-packed with productivity-boosting features. The monitor also provides versatile connectivity and ergonomic features to facilitate everyday use, including multi-device support, KVM switch, USB-C with 65 W Power Delivery, and a fully adjustable stand for maximal comfort. Eye-protecting technologies like Flicker-Free and LowBlue Mode help reduce fatigue during long sessions of work or play, making it ideal for today’s gamers, content creators, and multitaskers who demand both speed and style in a single, elegant setup.

Pricing and availability

The Philips Evnia 27M2N5901A will be available for purchase from early October at an MSRP of £329.00.

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Abdul Haddi

Abdul is a tech writer and Editor for PC Guide, specializing in all things tech, gaming, and hardware.