This isn’t the first time Porsche Design has collaborated with AOC‘s flagship AGON brand, and I suspect it won’t be the last either, as the monitors have been a bit of a gold standard for premium features and design, and there’s certainly a big market for premium monitors these days. The Porsche Design | AOC AGON PRO PD49 curved gaming monitor is packed with features, a combination of award-winning design and technological prowess and equipped with a flagship QD-OLED 49″ panel in a super-ultra-wide 32:9 aspect ratio, and an extremely swift 240Hz refresh rate with a GtG time of just 0.03 ms.
The ultra-thin 5mm panel looks amazing at the edges, with a thicker heatsink and stylish rear panel design to keep that OLED panel nice and cool. With an 1800R curve, the monitor is huge but should give a nice and immersive feel. With a Double QHD 5120 x 1440 resolution, despite the size of the panel, pixel density is excellent too, and thanks to the QD-OLED panel, it can hit 1000 nits brightness, but also comes with a VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 mode. There’s true 10-bit colour, and it’ll easily hit 99% of the DCI-P3 colour range.
Functional design meets cutting-edge technology
The design approach of the PD49 mirrors the intricate details of a Porsche sports car. The PD49’s sandblasted aluminium cast stand, reminiscent of the steering wheel and wheel spokes of a sports car, anchors the monitor with a sense of grandeur. The rear of the monitor is inspired by the radiator grille of a Porsche 911. From a unique On-Screen Display design to an assertive boot-up logo, every detail underscores elegance. The dynamic and customisable RGB Light FX elements embellish both the back and front logos, oozing style with every glow.
Always connected
Beyond its visual prowess, the PD49 boasts a suite of connectivity options. HDMI 2.1 and DP 1.4 support ensure that the latest devices feel right at home. The included USB hub, complemented by four USB 3.2 ports and an RJ-45 input, ensures seamless connectivity. A standout feature is the USB-C port with a generous 90 W Power Delivery, allowing devices to stay charged while immersing in the gaming world. The built-in KVM switch allows users to connect two computers simultaneously, partitioning the Double QHD screen for multitasking aficionados.
Gaming reimagined
Features including a Frame Counter, a customisable crosshair overlay (Dial Point), and optimised low-input lag give users an edge over their competitors and altogether elevate the gaming experience. Integrated stereo speakers, delivering 2×8 W, ensure that the audio experience is as immersive as the visuals.
The Porsche Design AGON PRO PD49 is available now in Porsche Design stores and specialist retailers at an RRP of £1,899.
