The Best Computer Monitor Deals for December 2022

Whether you’re back at the office or using a basic laptop at home, a good monitor is a must for any work setup. If you need a larger main display, a budget-friendly second screen, or a touch display, here are a few ways to do that while saving a few bucks. And if gifting is your intent, keep your recipient in mind: Are they a gamer? Do they have a frequently utilized home office? We’ve got budget monitors to suit more casual usage as well.

If you haven’t sized up monitors in a while, screen size is probably the most important factor—fitting a screen to the size of your workstation is an important place to start. Beyond that, most of us can get by with a full HD screen (splurge on a 4K panel if you want to future-proof). 

Today’s average screen brightness is about 300 nits, but if you’re working in a bright space or in sunlight, finding a panel with 400-500 nits would be worth the extra spend. Similarly, higher refresh speeds mean sharper images, so gamers will want at minimum a 75Hz screen, with 144Hz probably being the true minimum to look for.

(If your PC has an HDMI-out, consider one of these discounted TVs as a monitor. They’ll provide streaming capabilities when you’re not at work.)

Home and Office Monitor Deals

HP V223ve 21.5-Inch 1080p Monitor

This base-level Full HD monitor is on the smaller side at 21.5 inches, but you get an above-average refresh rate of 75Hz, plus HDMI and VGA ports, and a Low Blue Light filter to take it easier on your eyes during long days. While this probably wouldn’t be your first choice as a main display, it’s the right price for a second screen or a backup panel.

Samsung SJ55W 34-Inch Ultra WQHD VA FreeSync Monitor

Make switching between multiple screens and cycling through tabs a thing of the past with this generously sized, 34-inch display. The 3,440-by-1,440-pixel screen resolution is sharp, and there’s a built-in eye-saver mode to reduce eye strain during long work hours.

Dell C1422H 14-Inch 1080p Portable Monitor

We haven’t seen a lot of deals on portable monitors, but it may be worth grabbing this if you’re going to take your office with you. Multiple USB-C ports make it easy to power and connect this 14-inch ultralight display, while the 300 nits of brightness means you can work in a bright office, coffee shop, or shared workspace without squinting all day. It’s got power passthrough so you can use the monitor and charge your laptop with just one plug, and it’s easy to carry with you at just 1.5 pounds.

Dell UltraSharp U4320Q 43-Inch 4K Monitor

This sprawling 43-inch monitor lets you step up to a 4K resolution with a variety of inputs (HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C) that give you four-screen picture-in-picture for working on multiple machines simultaneously. This Dell makes the higher spend worth it with features like its Dell Display Manager that gives you auto-restore, multiple preset layouts, and shortcut keys for quickly rearranging your display. Need even more space? Add additional monitors to expand your viewing area on either side of the main screen.

Gaming Monitor Deals

Dell G2723HN 27-Inch 1080p165Hz Gaming Monitor

With a 1ms response time and a 165Hz refresh rate, this Dell G2723HN monitor is super responsive. The 27-inch FHD screen has a 1920 by 1080 resolution and built-in TUV low blue-light hardware to ensure you get the best image quality, but also the most comfortable viewing experience. Thanks to the unique exterior vents, this monitor will also improve heat dispersal even during more demanding play sessions.

Samsung Odyssey G9 49-inch QHD QLED Curved Monitor

Flight-sim and racing fans will adore Samsung’s Odyssey G9, a gaming monitor with its curved 49-inch screen that gets incredibly bright while delivering smooth motion and vivid color thanks to its 240Hz refresh rate and 5120 by 1440 display resolution. This generously-sized ultrawide screen is like placing two 27” panels side by side and the 32:9 aspect ratio will provide the most immersive viewing experience possible.

HP Omen 25i 25-Inch 1080p 165Hz Gaming Monitor

This 25-inch FHD gaming monitor features 1080p resolution and vibrant colors via VESA DisplayHDR 400. With a 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and G-SYNC compatibility, gameplay should be smooth and clear. Plus, with the Omen gaming hub, you can tailor your settings to suit your tastes.

Gigabyte Aorus FV43U 43″ 4K 144Hz Monitor With 2x HDMI 2.1

Aorus is a lesser-known brand, but if you want a lot of screen space and some gamer-friendly perks without breaking your budget, it’s hard to beat this display. Finding a 43-inch monitor for this price can be tough, especially when it also offers 4K resolution with a 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and Nvidia G-Sync compatibility. Two 2.1 HDMI inputs ensure you can get the most out of your PC as well as your console gaming with up to 4K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate when gaming on PlayStation 5, X-box Series X, and RTX 30-Series graphics cards.