HKC is preparing to shake up the gaming monitor scene with a new model called the M10 Ultra, and it’s turning heads for two big reasons: next-generation RGB Mini LED backlighting and modern, high-bandwidth connectivity that many premium monitors still don’t offer.
A recent first look suggests the HKC M10 Ultra is positioned as the world’s first gaming monitor built around RGB Mini LED technology. Unlike traditional Mini LED implementations that rely on blue or white LEDs, RGB Mini LED uses red, green, and blue LEDs to deliver richer color reproduction and improved color purity. That approach could help the M10 Ultra deliver the kind of vibrant, accurate image quality that enthusiasts usually associate with OLED—while keeping the strengths Mini LED is known for, including high brightness.
On the performance side, the M10 Ultra is said to offer a 4K resolution paired with a 165Hz refresh rate, targeting smooth gameplay and sharp detail for both competitive and immersive titles. It also reportedly supports a mode that switches to Full HD at 330Hz, which is designed for esports players who prioritize the highest possible frame rates and motion clarity.
Color performance may end up being the monitor’s biggest selling point. The display is claimed to cover 100% of the BT.2020 color gamut, an extremely wide color space that, if accurate in real-world testing, would put it in rare company among gaming monitors. While the exact screen size hasn’t been confirmed, expectations suggest it could land around the popular 27-inch range. The early image also hints at thin bezels, a bold and chunky overall build, and a stand that appears to support ergonomic adjustments for height, tilt, swivel, and more.
HKC is also leaning into gamer-friendly styling, with an RGB lighting ring visible on the back of the monitor for added desk aesthetics.
Another standout detail is the connectivity. The M10 Ultra is expected to include DisplayPort 2.1, which is a major upgrade for high refresh rate 4K gaming. DisplayPort 2.1 offers far more bandwidth than older standards, making it a better fit for pushing 4K at 165Hz without relying as heavily on compression. The monitor is also rumored to include a USB-C port with 98W Power Delivery, making it a strong option for laptop users who want a clean one-cable setup for video, data, and charging.
Brightness is also shaping up to be a headline feature. Reports indicate the M10 Ultra can reach around 1,000 nits in HDR mode. There are also broader claims about RGB Mini LED technology potentially enabling far higher peak brightness—figures as high as 8,000 nits have been mentioned in relation to the tech—while maintaining strong color fidelity. Even if real-world performance varies by implementation, the combination of high brightness and wide color coverage could make HDR content look especially impactful.
For now, HKC hasn’t shared official pricing or a release date, and several key specifications are still under wraps. Still, based on what’s been revealed so far, the HKC M10 Ultra is shaping up to be one of the most interesting upcoming 4K high refresh rate gaming monitors—especially for buyers who want cutting-edge color, HDR brightness, and DisplayPort 2.1 in one package.
