We're willing to bet you spend a decent portion of your day on a computer, whether that be for work, school, or leisure activitiesLaptops are amazing inventions, but let's be real: Being confined to a 13- or 15-inch screen can be limiting. To get the work space you really need, a monitor is a must. This doesn't have to be your second screen, btw. Hook one up to a desktop for a powerful computing machine.
The most important features of a monitor truly depend on its intended use. If you're going to use it mostly for gaming you need a fast refresh rate, quick response time, and good graphics card to ensure the monitor can actually keep up with where you are in the game. Lagging is not welcome here. Read more...
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THE BEST OVERALL
Dell P2720DCA middle-ground price point gives you desirable features in a monitor built to perform.
THE BEST FOR THE DEDICATED PC GAMER
Razer Raptor 27A fast refresh rate and sharp graphics make this a killer gaming monitor.
BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK
Samsung Business SR650Samsung hits all your basic monitor needs without putting a huge dent in your wallet.
BEST FOR THE CREATIVE APPLE LOYALIST
Apple Pro Display XDRWhile it's expensive, this monitor is a beautiful machine for the creative industry.
BEST FOR LARGE-SCREEN GAMING
Acer Predator XB271HU WQHDExperience a fast refresh rate and quick response time when you game with this Acer monitor.
BEST BUDGET MONITOR
HP Pavilion 21.5-Inch IPS LED HDMI VGA monitorGet features and quality you need without spending a lot of money.
BEST FOR A LARGE DISPLAY
Dell UltraSharp U3219QGet an edge-to-edge experience with this large UHD 4K monitor.
BEST WIDESCREEN EXPERIENCE
Acer XR342CK PbmiiqphuzxReduce eye strain and gain a larger workspace with this curved Acer monitor.
THE BEST FOR THOSE SEEKING A SLEEK DESIGN
LG 27UK650-WWith virtually nonexistent bezels, you'll get all the screen you're promised here.
BEST PORTABLE MONITOR
Lepow 15.6-Inch USB-C Portable MonitorA portable monitor gives you a second screen no matter where you choose to work.