Panel type is the biggest decision when buying a gaming monitor. OLED, IPS, and VA each trade off contrast, speed, and price differently.
OLED
Perfect blacks, instant response, excellent for dark-room gaming. Risk of burn-in and higher price.
IPS
Great colors and viewing angles, good response time, no burn-in risk. Best all-rounder.
VA
High contrast, deep blacks, slower response can cause ghosting in fast games.
Verdict
Buy OLED if budget allows and you game in dim rooms. Buy IPS for bright rooms and mixed use. Avoid VA for competitive fast-paced gaming.