Save on Samsung's high-spec gaming monitors, ViewFinity productivity monitors, and more in their Black Friday sale, where you can save up to $1,050 thanks to clippable coupons on some product pages. We've pictured the Samsung 49" 1440p HDR 240Hz AMD FreeSync Curved Monitor (2023) for $850 (best price yet, $48 less than Amazon). Shop Now at Samsung
Save on over 600 monitors this Black Friday week, with huge savings from brands like Samsung, Acer, HP, LG, Dell, and more. We've pictured the Samsung 32" 1440p HDR 180Hz FreeSync LED Gaming Monitor for $229.99 ($350 direct from the brand). Shop Now at Best Buy
That's $30 off and the lowest price it's been. Buy Now at Amazon
- 1920x1080 resolution
- Dual USB-C ports and Mini HDMI
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- 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution
Deals start at $85, scroll down to the best offers. We've pictured this LG 34G600A-B 34" Ultragear 1440p 160Hz Monitor for $299.99 (typically $400+ elsewhere.) Shop Now at Amazon
That's $10 less then our previous best mention and the lowest price we've seen. Buy Now at Amazon
- 3440x1440 (Ultrawide 1440p) resolution
- HDR10
- HDMI & DisplayPort
- Model: LS34C502GANXZA
- UPC: 887276724881
A new sale on refurbished Samsung monitors has just gone live at Woot today, with prices starting at $95. Pictured is a refurb version of the Samsung 49" Odyssey G9 Series Curved Gaming Monitor, which is $660 (you'd pay $800 for a new model). Each one comes with a 90-day Samsung warranty. Buy Now at Woot! An Amazon Company
That's $20 under our mention from last month, and the best price we've seen. Buy Now at Dell Technologies
- 2560x1440 (1440p) native resolution
- 180Hz refresh rate w/ FreeSync & G-Sync compatibility
- 2 USB ports
- 1 DisplayPort & 2 HDMI inputs
- Model: AW2725DM
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- HDR 400
- 3840x1080 (1080p) resolution
- one USB port, one DisplayPort, and two HDMI ports
- Model: 44C1G
MSI is offering Gaming and Pro monitors bundled with a monitor arm at a 50% off discounted price for the included monitor arm. Use the "Bundle & Save 50% on Monitor Arms" drop down option next to the "add to cart" button on eligible monitor product pages to avail of this offer. Shop Now at MSI
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- Android OS
- 32'' display
- split-screen function
- USB, HDMI, Wi-Fi inputs
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- Model: 27C1U-D
- 27" 4K UHD screen
- USB-C, DP, HDMI ports
- HDR 400 for dynamic color
- Adjustable swivel and height stand
- 1.07 billion colors
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- 15.6" OLED 4K screen
- 100% DCI-P3 color range
- 100000:1 contrast ratio
- Touchscreen functionality
- USB-C and mini HDMI connections
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- Model: 49C1R
- 49" 32:9 QHD display
- 120Hz refresh rate
- USB-C, DP, HDMI ports
- 99% sRGB color accuracy
- Height, tilt adjustment
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- 2560x1440 resolution
- 180Hz refresh rate
- 1ms response time
- 2 HDMI ports and 1 DisplayPort
- Model: UM.HX1AA.301
- UPC: 195133201063
Shop over two dozen monitors in this sale with prices starting at $80. We've pictured the Alienware AW2725DF 25" 1080p HDR 320Hz Gaming Monitor for $200 (low by $50). Shop Now at Dell Technologies
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- 27" 4K OLED display
- 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response
- Compatible with VRR, G-SYNC, HDMI 2.1
- Adjustable stand with LED lights
- HDR 400 and 99% DCI-P3 coverage
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- 27" 2K OLED display
- 500Hz refresh rate
- 0.03ms response time
- G-SYNC compatible
- Adjustable stand and VESA mount
- HDR 500 for vivid visuals
MSI is offering Gaming and Pro monitors bundled with a monitor arm at a 50% off discounted price for the included monitor arm. Use the "Bundle & Save 50% on Monitor Arms" drop down option next to the "add to cart" button on eligible monitor product pages to avail of this offer. Shop Now at MSI
Computer Monitors: The Basics
You’ve found your perfect computer, but now you need a display. The type of monitor you should buy (and how much you’ll spend) depends on what you’re using it for. A gamer has different needs from someone who will only use their monitor for watching YouTube. No matter what you’re shopping for, DealNews has the monitor deals you need.
Common Terms
When you’re shopping for a monitor, it’s important to understand some basic terminology:
- Aspect Ratio
This measurement, expressed as two numbers separated by a colon, is a proportional representation of the monitor’s height and width. The three most common aspect ratios are 4:3, 16:9, and 21:9, with higher-end monitors available in more extreme ratios.
- Viewable Screen Area
The viewable screen is the part of a monitor that displays content, as opposed to the parts that may be covered by a border. You might see this measurement listed after the size, such as: 24’’(23.6” Viewable). Many monitors are now borderless.
- Resolution
Resolution is how many pixels make up a screen, and is described as length x width. For example, a 1080p monitor has a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels.
- Response Time
The response time is how long it takes for a monitor to change individual pixels from black to white (or in some technologies, gray to gray). This determines how sharp an image is. When viewing a monitor’s response time, the lower the number, the better.
- Refresh Rate
The refresh rate is how many times the image updates each second. This is measured in Hertz (Hz). In general, you should buy a monitor with at least a 60Hz refresh rate, but higher numbers are generally better. (Note that not all manufacturers include specs regarding refresh rate.)
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Display Panel Types
- Twisted Nematics (TN): These panels are the fastest and most inexpensive panels on the market. But what you make up for in speed and price, you lose in color and viewing angles. TN panels are an especially good choice for gamers who need higher refresh rates, and low response time.
- Vertical Alignment (VA): Considered the middle ground between TN and IPS panels, VA monitors have good color and contrast and a mid-tier price. These panels have some of the slowest response times, so they’re best suited to general use.
- In-Plane Switching (IPS): These panels have great color and viewing angles with a response time that falls between TN and VA panels. IPS panels are the most expensive, and are best suited for professional design use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What features should I consider when purchasing a monitor?
First, think about how you’ll use the monitor. The screen size, resolution, panel type, and response time you’ll need are all heavily dependent on your use case. It’s also important to make sure your monitor has the correct inputs for your computer — if not, you should look into purchasing an adapter. Once you’ve decided on the specs you’ll need, check out DealNews for the best deals on cheap monitors.
What is a curved monitor?
Curved monitors are growing in popularity, as they can help your eyes take in more of the screen at once. If you tend to use dual monitors, a single curved monitor can typically fulfill the same role. Unfortunately, the technology is still relatively new and curved monitor prices tend to be higher.
What brands have the best monitor deals?
When it comes to monitors, finding the right brand is less important than finding the right combination of features. To help you find exactly what you need, DealNews publishes deals from many different monitor manufacturers. You can see all the monitor sales here, or you can check out monitors on our brand- and store-specific pages, including Acer , Alienware , Asus , Dell , Lenovo , LG , Samsung and more!
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