StarLadder Names ZOWIE as Monitor Partner for Budapest Major 2025
Esports organizer StarLadder has teamed up with gaming peripherals brand ZOWIE for the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, a Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) event. As part of the partnership, ZOWIE will serve as the official monitor partner of this Valve-approved tournament.
Official Equipment and Player Support
ZOWIE will supply its XL2586X+ gaming monitors for all three stages of the Major, including the playoffs, ensuring players have consistent, high-quality displays throughout the competition. The brand states that 88% of professional players use its monitors in both online and offline tournaments.
Event Details and Prize Pool
The Budapest Major runs from November 24 to December 14, 2025, featuring the world's top 32 teams vying for a share of the $1.25 million (~£953,937) prize pool and a chance to leave their mark in Counter-Strike history.
Past Collaborations and Additional Partners
This is not the first collaboration between ZOWIE and StarLadder, as they previously partnered for the 2019 Berlin Major. ZOWIE joins Esports Charts as a key partner for the Budapest Major; Esports Charts became the tournament's official analytics partner in July 2025.
ZOWIE’s Legacy in Counter-Strike Esports
The brand has a longstanding presence in Counter-Strike esports, having supported multiple Tier 1 events over the past ten years.
"88% of professional players are using ZOWIE monitors in online and offline competitions."
StarLadder’s partnership with ZOWIE highlights its commitment to providing top-tier hardware to enhance competitive play at the Budapest Major.
Author's summary: StarLadder partners with ZOWIE as the official monitor provider for the 2025 Budapest Major, ensuring premium gaming equipment for top CS2 competitors.