Did it largely win me over by wearing a sexy Ambiglow lighting system?
Well, yes, and Id argue thats all thats needed to take this monitor from great to fabulous.
At $1,179.99 / 1,399.99, the Philips Evnia 42M2N8900 is undeniably a premium entry into thebest gaming monitorrace.
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Would I advise every console player to spend over a grand on a screen?
The stand itself is fairly ridged, which is good since the screen its holding is pretty chonky.
Just like most monitors Ive tested, this screens ports live round the back under the hump.
While were chatting about controls, its worth touching on how comprehensive the Evnia 42M2N8900s menu is.
Even without HDR enabled, accuracy and depth stands out, with contrast complementing that crispy UHD sharpness.
If you told me I was playing at 144Hz Id believe you.
Should you buy Philips Evnia 42M2N8900?
How I tested the Philips Evnia 42M2N8900
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(Image credit: Future / Phil Hayton)
(Image credit: Future / Phil Hayton)
(Image credit: Future / Phil Hayton)
(Image credit: Future / Phil Hayton)
