This powerhouse OLED gaming monitor earned a 9/10 in our review, and it's now $350 off
…You're also getting one USB-C with PD charging, three USB-A, a 3.5mm audio jack, an optical port, and a USB-B port. Naturally, since this is a gaming…
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USB-C is a reversible USB connector standard supporting data transfer, charging, and video output using a symmetrical connector and cable design.
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