The Best Computer Monitor Deals for October 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.

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 (but splurge on a 4K panel if you want future-proof things). 

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

Dell S2721HN 27-Inch 1080p IPS Monitor

With a wide 178-degree viewing angle, 1,920-by-1,080 full HD resolution, and a 75Hz refresh rate, the Dell S2721HN monitor can kick your productivity up a notch. This 27-inch display will fit easily into most spaces—with room for another for a dual display. Other convenient features include dual HDMI ports, a built-in low blue light screen that reduces harmful blue light emissions, and Dell EasyArrange, which helps you stay organized between applications.

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.

Acer SB220Q 21.5-Inch 1080p IPS Monitor

This base-level Full HD monitor is smaller than most at just 21.5 inches, but you get an above-average refresh rate of 75Hz and an incredible contrast ratio of 100,000,000: 1, plus HDMI and VGA ports. We probably wouldn’t use this as our main display, but it’s the right price for a second screen or a backup panel.

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

Alienware AW2521HF 24.5″ 1080p 240Hz Monitor

With a 1,920-by-1,080 resolution and a native refresh rate of up to 240Hz, this Alienware AW2521HF monitor will elevate your gaming experience to the next level. The 1ms response time will eliminate any ghosting or screen tear, creating a truly seamless display with the most accurate and lifelike colors and contrast. No Alienware device would be complete without fully customizable lighting so your setup will look as good as it plays.

LG UltraGear 27GP850-B 27″ 1440p 165Hz IPS Monitor

Say goodbye to screen tearing and input lag with the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B monitor. Utilizing Nano IPS technology, and designed to offer a combination of rapid response times and high image quality, this monitor offers a 1ms response time and 165Hz refresh rate. It can also be adjusted for your viewing comfort thanks to the flexible stand.

Dell S2721DGF 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz Gaming IPS Monitor

This 27-inch QHD gaming monitor offers crystal clear clarity. With up to 165Hz refresh rate using DisplayPort (144Hz for HDMI), it will make lag and screen tear a thing of the past as well as ensure your frame rates are as high as possible. The unique design includes ventilation on the back side of the monitor, improving heat dispersal, and the stand tilts and allows for height adjustment.

Gigabyte G34WQC 34-Inch 144Hz 1ms Ultra-Wide Curved Gaming Monitor

The Gigabyte G34WQC 34-inch Ultra-wide curved gaming monitor gives you enough real estate to do it all. Imagine, if you will, not having to cycle through your tabs one at a time, but having them all available at a glance. And when you’re not being productive, the 144Hz refresh rate and 1440p resolution will make any game you play, even solitaire, a visual treat.