Resolution and refresh-rate limits
The 36M4C5500P pairs a fast VA panel with a 1500R curve and a 21:9 aspect ratio. Its 3440 x 1440 Ultra-Wide QHD resolution matches that of most 34-inch ultrawides. As TweakTown notes, the larger panel therefore offers a bigger image without adding pixels; Philips lists its pixel density at 104 PPI, lower than that of the smaller displays.
The available refresh rate depends on the connection. Philips' specifications list DisplayPort 1.4 support for 3440 x 1440 at the native 240Hz, while each of the two HDMI 2.1 ports is limited to 100Hz at that resolution. The maximum 260Hz setting requires both DisplayPort and overclocking, according to Philips and TweakTown.
Philips also lists a 0.3ms motion picture response time. MultiView allows users to connect and view two sources simultaneously.
Where the 36-inch size fits
In its announcement, distributed through PRNewswire and carried by Antara News, Philips positions the monitor between conventional desktop ultrawides and much larger, TV-sized gaming screens. The company says the 36-inch format provides more display area while remaining suitable for most desks.
The company's first-of-its-kind claim is specific to gaming monitors, not all displays of this size. TweakTown points to EIZO's 36.4-inch DuraVision FDH3601, introduced in 2011: a 4096 x 2160 display intended for professional applications, including air traffic control.
HDR, gaming controls and lighting
The display carries VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification, which Philips says provides better contrast, color and detail than standard SDR screens. Its published specifications include a typical static contrast ratio of 4000:1, 95% DCI-P3 coverage and Delta E below 2 for sRGB color accuracy. Brightness is rated at 350 nits for typical SDR use, 450 nits with HDR enabled and a 500-nit HDR peak.
Players can access several image-adjustment tools through the on-screen menu. Philips says Smart MBR Sync reduces motion blur and ghosting, while ShadowBoost makes dark areas brighter without overexposing highlights. Smart Crosshair and Smart Sniper provide visual adjustments for first-person shooters, and genre-specific game modes automatically adjust settings.
The stand supports height, swivel and tilt adjustments. On the rear, customizable RGB effects illuminate the Evnia emblem through Iconglow, which Philips identifies as a signature feature of its Evnia M4 series.
Release plans and pricing
Philips says the 36M4C5500P will be released in Asia-Pacific through select retailers. TweakTown reported that, as of the October 22, 2026 announcement, neither a retail price nor a launch date had been announced, and no European or US release had been confirmed.
TweakTown identifies the monitor as part of the Evnia 5000 series, a family largely focused on affordable displays. The outlet suggests that positioning could point to a lower-priced model, though pricing remains unannounced.
