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Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale is now underway, and our tech experts are rounding up all of the best Prime Day monitor deals throughout the event. We've combed through Amazon to find savings on excellent computer monitors with varying features and prices for any need, whether for your home office or gaming.
We think the Dell 27-inch 4K S2722QC monitor, at 29% off, is an excellent deal for a midrange monitor that offers a high-end experience. If you need a good, no-frills, and inexpensive monitor, the Sceptre E248W 24-inch model, at under $70, is almost impossible to beat. Gamers seeking an ultra-premium big-screen experience should jump on the Philips 41.5-inch 4K OLED Evnia monitor for 32% off, and those on a budget should check out the AOC C27G2Z 27-inch monitor for 22% off an already low price.
The best Prime Day monitor deals could sell out quickly before the event's conclusion, so don't hesitate to jump on a model that appeals to you.
The LG Ultrafine is a spectacular deal at 33% off, matching the lowest price we've seen. The superb Dell S2721QS is 31% off, close to the lowest price we've seen ($199.99 for a short time in early September).
The Samsung Neo G9 is 36% off, a fairly common but still solid deal for this model. The Asus ROG Swift PG27AQDM for 13% off is the lowest price we've seen for this premium OLED 27-inch model. Also worthy of note is the ultra color-accurate Gigabyte M237Q, which is down 23%.
The Scepter E248W 24-inch monitor is at its lowest price with a 30% discount, an incredible deal for a solid, no-frills home office monitor. If you'd like a larger, inexpensive monitor, Acer's KB272 is at a record-low price of $90.
Monitors come in various sizes with a range of resolution options and features. Which features are right for you depends on how you plan to use your monitor.
Most office users who only need a monitor for work, browsing the web, and basic productivity tasks will likely be satisfied with a simple 1080p HD monitor that has a 60Hz refresh rate. Screen size is up to you, but 24 inches is the standard these days, with 27 inches offering a nice bump in screen space.
Gamers, multimedia enthusiasts, and photo editors will want to consider monitors with larger 27- or 34-inch screens, higher resolution QHD or 4K displays, support for a wide color gamut, and features like high dynamic range (HDR) to deliver the best image quality.
In addition, hardcore gamers will want to look for monitors with low input lag, a fast refresh rate of 144Hz or higher, and VRR (variable refresh rate) technology like AMD FreeSync to achieve the smoothest gameplay. Some gamers may also want to consider an ultra-wide panel that can expand the image further to the left and right on supported games. Those planning to connect their monitor to a console like a PS5 or Xbox Series X should also ensure that the model they choose has an HDMI 2.1 port to enable the best video signal.
Most computer monitors use panels based on LCD (liquid crystal display) technology. However, some high-end monitors from brands like Samsung, LG, and Alienware are now available with OLED panels. If a monitor has an OLED display, it will be clearly stated in its product listing. OLED stands for organic light emitting diode, and this technology enables some key benefits over LCDs.
Each pixel in an OLED display can illuminate or dim without needing a backlight, unlike LCDs, which gives OLED displays much better contrast than even the best LCD monitors. OLED displays also have pixel-level HDR highlight control, perfect black levels that can disappear into a dark room, wide viewing angles, and low input lag. These features make high-end OLED monitors ideal for gamers and viewers who want a premium entertainment experience.
However, OLED monitors tend to have dimmer full-screen brightness than top LCDs. OLEDs are also technically susceptible to an issue called burn-in. This problem can occur in extreme situations if a static image is left on the screen for hours on end. When burn-in occurs, a faint ghost image gets stuck permanently on the screen. Thankfully, OLED monitors are designed with pixel-shift features and optimized heat management to prevent this. Likewise, some companies like Alienware even provide warranties that include burn-in coverage. If this is a concern, make sure to read each brand's warranty details before you make a purchase.
Considering all that, we think OLED monitors are best suited for people who primarily want to use their display for mixed gaming and movie-watching. We don't recommend OLED displays for office users who spend several hours at a time using the same productivity apps with lots of static elements and fixed icons on the screen.
Shopping for more discounts today? Check out our roundup of all of the best Prime Day deals, or browse Amazon's website for the full selection.
