AOC G-Menu

AOC G-Menu is free Windows software for configuring compatible AOC monitors and gaming peripherals. It suits players who want device controls, lighting and game profiles in one utility. Its appeal rests on having supported AOC hardware connected; it is not a cross-brand peripheral manager.

Overview

G-Menu brings monitor profiles and DDC/CI control together with settings for keyboards, mice, mouse mats and headsets. Keyboard macros and mouse sensitivity adjustments give it a broader role than a monitor control panel, particularly for players who switch between games. But only connected, supported devices can be selected, so the range of controls is useful only if your setup fits its compatibility boundary.

Users can save and switch among game profiles, then associate a profile with an executable so the application runs when that profile is selected. Discover adds a way to find and share gamer profiles, shortcuts and color schemes. These options make G-Menu a better fit for players who want repeatable game-specific setups than for someone seeking only a one-off monitor adjustment.

Key features

Profiles, macros and lighting

The Macro interface supports recording, editing, importing and exporting macros, giving users several ways to build and manage keyboard actions. Light FX offers selectable effects, colors, pulsation and brightness; Light FX Sync coordinates RGB effects across compatible devices. That combination can help a supported AOC setup feel consistent across games, but synchronization still depends on compatible connected hardware.

G-Menu checks for software updates on its home page and downloads available updates in the background. It cannot detect updates without a network connection, and the listed system requirements include an internet connection. AOC also says the software automatically keeps firmware up to date, though update checking is not available offline.

Pricing

G-Menu: free. The free plan is for supported AOC devices and includes the software’s profile, lighting and peripheral controls; no paid tier is part of this offer. Its main trade-off is compatibility rather than a paid-feature split: users with unsupported or disconnected devices cannot select them in the interface.

Platforms

G-Menu runs on Windows, with requirements of Windows 7 or above, 500 MB of free disk space and an internet connection. It is a fit for Windows gaming setups, not for users who need a macOS or Linux utility.

Who it's for

Choose G-Menu if you use compatible AOC gaming devices and want monitor controls, peripheral adjustments, macros, lighting and game profiles in one place. It is especially relevant if you regularly change settings between games or want to share and discover profiles. Look elsewhere if your setup depends on another operating system or on managing hardware outside the supported AOC range.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Monitor profiles and DDC/CI control sit alongside peripheral customization, making the utility useful beyond lighting alone.
• Pros: Profiles can be associated with executables, and Discover supports sharing and finding game setups.
• Pros: Light FX Sync coordinates lighting across compatible devices, while macro tools support recording, editing, importing and exporting.
• Cons: The interface only offers connected supported devices, limiting its value for other brands or hardware not attached.
• Cons: Windows 7 or above, 500 MB of free disk space and an internet connection are required; it does not serve macOS or Linux users.
• Cons: Update detection depends on a network connection.

Alternatives

For a different monitor-control focus, Twinkle Tray is a free Windows option for Windows 10 and 11 that works with most laptops and DDC/CI-enabled monitors. Choose it when that broader monitor compatibility matters more than G-Menu’s AOC gaming profiles and peripheral controls.

ASUS DisplayWidget Center is a free Windows and macOS download for compatible ASUS monitors, so it is the more relevant choice for an ASUS display. LG OnScreen Control is also free for supported monitor models and runs on Windows or macOS, making it a better fit for those LG displays or Mac users.

Linux users can consider Monitor Brightness Control, a free MIT-licensed tool that requires a DDC/CI-compatible monitor and I2C access. ddcutil is a free Linux, API and self-hosted alternative under GPLv2; choose it when those platform and licensing terms suit your setup. Monitor Switch is another free option, usable but not yet released and requiring a Raspberry Pi.

For macOS, Lunar offers a free version with a Manual Mode cap of 100 adjustments. ClickMonitorDDC is free for personal use on Windows, with no premium features stated.

Browse Monitor Control Software or Gaming Peripheral Software for more options by category.

Verdict

AOC G-Menu is a strong fit for Windows players whose compatible AOC setup spans monitors and gaming peripherals: its best reason to choose it is the combination of game profiles, monitor control, macros and synchronized lighting at no cost. The main reason to look elsewhere is equally clear: its controls are confined to supported connected devices, and Windows is the only platform.