Top 5 Budget Computer Monitors
You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get a great display for your computer. Large, high-resolution monitors are more common and more affordable than ever. This week we take a look at some of the best computer monitors that offer screen size, features, and great picture quality without the hefty price tag.
Earlier this week, we asked you to buy your favorite low-cost computer monitors – preferably under $ 400 – and you have tons of great deals for that price and of course much lower. Unlike our best computer monitors a few years ago (which we plan to update with new model numbers and references as we don’t think the top five will change if we re-survey), this time we wanted to talk about the displays that may not cost more than the PC you connect them to. Here are five of your favorite nominees in no particular order:
Asus VE247H 24-inch Full HD display
The 24-inch (technically 23.6-inch) TFT LCD VE247H TFT LED backlit display is a pretty good deal, priced around $ 160 on Amazon (available this month with an additional $ 20 discount and is often sold from other retailers for about $ 150. This is Full HD, with a native resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels (60 Hz) and an aspect ratio of 16: 9. It contains DVI-D, VGA and HDMI inputs, a pair of speakers (with a headphone jack for private listening), Time 2ms pixel response, plus a tilted monitor base that allows you to tilt slightly (although it’s not a fully swivel base.) All in all, this is an affordable, no-frills 24 “display that delivers great visuals for anyone at an affordable price.
Those of you who nominated the VE247H said similar things – it’s not the most feature-rich display, but it has the important things you need and it’s affordable. Many of you have noted that you have this display in a multi-monitor configuration, and with a bit of searching, you may find offers on the display that will significantly reduce the purchase price from the manufacturer’s suggested retail price. The ability to connect your computer to it via DVI-D, HDMI or VGA (or connect multiple devices to one display) is also a nice bonus, and the picture-in-picture mode allows you to see multiple inputs or switch inputs. easily. However, this is not a perfect monitor – some of you have pointed out that it is not the best for color reproduction, while others are having problems with lighting. Others have commented that the built-in speakers are not very good. If you’re looking for a similar model, just slightly larger, the 27- inch Asus VE278Q-P is another great option, and only $ 267 on Amazon for all of the same features (and a few others) with a larger display (which has earned a large number of nominations!) You can read more in the thread of his nominations here .
Monoprice 27-inch IPS-Zero-G display (# 10509)
The 27-inch Monoprice IPS-Zero-G display is one of our favorite affordable alternatives to expensive large screen displays , and full disclosure, I nominated it because I have it. This is an excellent IPS panel, although it is expensive in our roundup – around $ 350 directly from Monoprice (although they are often sold). This 27 inches of footprint provides a native resolution of 2560 by 1440 pixels (60Hz) at a 16: 9 aspect ratio. However, the connectors are slightly shorter and it only supports DVI-D and VGA inputs, although you can connect both of them at the same time and easily switch between them. … A 6ms response time, a slanted base (again, not a swing-out base) and an ultra-thin and light chassis with a glossy (thanks to laminate applied, not glossy glass, so it’s not a glare magnet) front bezel and aluminum finish round off the features. If you’re willing to spend a little more to get more gaming space, this is a great 27-inch model that’s more expensive than some of the imported displays we mentioned earlier, but cheaper to ship and available at the retail store. can work – and it boasts a full year 5 dead pixels warranty.
Those of you who supported the nomination pointed out that the display is actually an LG panel inside a Monoprice-branded case, so you get a good chunk of glass for your money. What it lacks in input options (and one of you noticed that DVI-D is compatible with HDMI and other inputs if you buy an adapter), it makes up for it with a slim form factor, thin bezel, and excellent brightness and color thanks to this IPS. panel. Of course, if you’re looking for a fully tilt-swivel base, a slightly smaller bezel, and more input options, you can upgrade toMonoprice ‘s27-inch IPS Glass Pro panel (# 10489) , which adds a few bells and whistles, moves controls to the bottom of the display. instead of the back, and adds HDMI and DisplayPort as input options. It will cost you more, though, at around $ 480, pushing it out of this review’s price range, but it’s a great option if you want a more durable display that offers the same size and style. You can read more about it though in the thread of his nominations here .
Dell 27 Inch IPS Display S2740L
Dell has a history of making great, affordable displays, and their 27-inch S2740L IPS series is no exception. It will set you back $ 300 on Amazon , has edge-to-edge glass on the front and a native resolution of 1920 pixels. 1080p (60Hz) and a 16: 9 aspect ratio. You can connect your computers (or consoles) via DVI-D, VGA, or HDMI, and the display has a couple of USB ports, and as an added bonus (though they’re on the back and pointing downward so they are not easy to reach.) 7ms pixel response is reasonable and the display base is a different tilt model (albeit, again, not tilt / swivel) that is easy to place around your desk. The bezel is thin and the glass is glossy, but it shouldn’t be a problem unless you’re in a bright room.
Those of you who have nominated it have noted that while it is not a perfect display, it does offer a ton of properties at a great price. First, the glossy screen can turn off some people in bright light or those who simply prefer matte displays. This is probably the biggest complaint we’ve seen regarding the panel – reviews on Amazon confirm this: the front glass looks great, but the tiny gap between the actual screen and the back of that glass combined equals some serious glare and some reflections. people cannot pass by. However, in dimmer environments or users without direct light, this is not a problem and they like color and image quality. Otherwise, a 1080p display on a 27-inch panel might scare off people looking for 1440p for their 27-inch. Even so, the S2740L is an energy efficient display that won’t break your budget and comes with a one year warranty that includes dead pixels. Read more in the nomination thread here .
Asus VH238H 23-inch Full HD display
The 23-inch TFT display of the Asus VH238H has been popular in the appeal thread, in part because it is a reasonable-sized display at a bargain price, just around $ 160 from Amazon . If you don’t need that much screen real estate, are planning to build a multi-monitor system, or simply want an inexpensive 1080p screen, this is a great option. It supports native resolution of 1920 pixels by 1080 pixels (60Hz) at 16: 9 aspect ratio, 2ms response time (thanks to Asus Overdrive technology, which is great, but can also lead to inverse ghosting , an issue with Asus displays including those which were earlier in this review), and your choice of DVI-D, VGA and HDMI inputs to choose from (or connect multiple sources). Like other Asus panels, this panel includes built-in speakers, although they’re not very good. There is also a headphone jack for private listening and a standard tilt stand.
Those of you who have nominated this model have noted that it is especially good in multi-display configurations, saves space but offers a ton of space when connected in dual display configurations or even triple monitor gaming rigs . Many of you have pointed out that you have these displays connected to your computer at one end and connected to a game console or other system with a different input, and that the size and price are perfect for you. You can read all about this in the thread of his nominations here .
AOC i2473PWM 24 Inch IPS Display
This 24-inch AOC IPS display will set you back $ 200 on Amazon , but it also packs a pair of Onkyo elevated speakers that sound much better than most. That said, you probably don’t buy a display for its speakers (and you shouldn’t), so you’ll be pleased to know that this 24-inch panel supports Full HD with a native resolution of 1920 pixels by 1080 pixels (60Hz) at 16 : Aspect ratio 9. The bezel is very thin and the display even includes an MHL cable to charge your mouse, smartphone or other low power device directly from the monitor. The 5ms response time is solid, and for your money, you get two HDMI inputs and a VGA input (no DVI port, for those looking for one). The base, since it includes these speakers, is adjustable in tilt only.
Those of you who nominated it pointed to its super slim stature, noted that the panel has excellent viewing angles (thanks to its being an IPS display), and at a very good price for an IPS. The addition of MHL is a nice touch, and even if you don’t use speakers, it still has a good price tag and looks great. It also doesn’t hurt that AOC includes a 3-year warranty on its panels, which is especially helpful if you run into dead pixels or defects after having owned it for a while. Between the nominations thread, Amazon reviews, and comments elsewhere on the web, this is a beautifully designed display that won’t break the bank – and it’ll look good on your desk once you have it. Read more in the nomination thread here .
Now that you’ve seen the top 5, it’s time to put them up for a general vote to determine the Lifehacker community favorite:
Honorable mentions
An honorable mention this week goes to the Seiki SE39UY04 39-inch 4K display , which will set you back $ 340 on Amazon , which puts it at the top of our review, but it’s still extremely affordable, especially for 4K displays. This means that it has a native resolution of 3840px by 2160px (albeit at 30Hz, which makes things like building a 4K gaming rig a little trickier ), which means you’ll get a lot of real estate for pretty much everything you might need to get the job done. you can read more in his nomination thread .
Do you have anything to say about one of the applicants? Want to substantiate your personal favorite even if it wasn’t on the list? Remember, the Top 5 is based on your most popular nominations from the Call for Applicants thread earlier this week . Don’t just complain about the top 5, let us know which option you like best and justify it in the discussions below.