Choose the open-box model on these monitors' product pages to save up to $800 on your purchase — open-box prices start from $138. A 1-year Samsung warranty applies. Note that availability will vary by ZIP code. Shop Now at Samsung
Use promo code "USAFF20" to snag this gaming monitor for $83 less than Amazon charges. It ships for free from a US warehouse. Price may vary slightly by ZIP code. Buy Now at AliExpress
- 3440x1440 (Ultrawide 1440p) native resolution
- 165Hz refresh rate w/ AMD FreeSync
- 2 HDMI & 2 DisplayPort inputs
- Model: GF340C
Opt for an open-box model when you're shopping these gaming monitors (there's an option on the product pages) and you can save big — prices start from $349.99. The standard 1-year Samsung warranty applies. Note that availability will vary by ZIP code. Shop Now at Samsung
Get this bundle for $334 less than you'd pay for the monitor, SSD, and JBL headset sold separately at Amazon by following the steps below. (It even beats Samsung's bundle price for the monitor and SSD without the headset.) The steps:
- Click here to see the monitor's product page — you can clip a $50 off coupon and the JBL headset from here, and add it all to your cart
- Click here to see the 4TB M.2 SSD's product page — simply add this to your cart
- In-cart, you should see the discounts stack, dropping the final price to $1184.98
Clip the on-page offers (the free monitor, and a $50 off coupon) to get this deal — you'd pay $50 more for the gaming monitor alone elsewhere. Add in the smart monitor, and you'd be paying a total of $350 more for these monitors sold separately elsewhere. (It's also the same price we saw for the gaming monitor alone in April.) Buy Now at Samsung
- 5120x1440 (Dual 1440p) native resolution
- HDR10+ Gaming
- 240Hz refresh rate w/ AMD FreeSync & Nvidia G-Sync
- HDMI & DisplayPort inputs
- Model: LS49DG956SNXGO
Along with the upfront savings of up to $500 on these huge gaming monitors — at least 49" — you'll also get the Samsung 32" M70D 4K UHD Smart Monitor for free, and a clippable coupon for an extra $50 off. We've pictured the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 57" Dual UHD HDR Curved Gaming Monitor, bundled with the smart monitor, for $1,950 after the coupon (that's $150 less than you'd pay for the monitors sold separately at Amazon). Shop Now at Samsung
You'd pay $25 more for the monitor alone at Amazon, and another $140 for the portable SSD. Buy Now at Samsung
The price for the 49" monitor matches Amazon's right now (and is only $40 off its best-ever price), but here, you also get a whole other Samsung 27" gaming monitor completely free. You'd pay $270 for that second monitor at Amazon. Buy Now at Samsung
- 5120x1440 (dual QHD) native resolution
- 240Hz refresh rate
- 1MS response time
- 2 USB 3.0 ports
- AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
- Model: LS49CG954ENXZA
Clip the $50 off coupon on the product page to get this price — it's an $850 savings overall — almost half off — and $50 less than you'd pay at Amazon or Best Buy. Buy Now at Samsung
- 5120 x 1440 resolution
- AMD FreeSync
- tilt-adjustable base
- 0.03ms response time
- 3 USB; 1 HDMI input
- Model: LS49CG954SNXZA
Computer Monitors: The Basics
You’ve found your perfect computer, but now you need a display. The type of monitor you should buy (and how much you’ll spend) depends on what you’re using it for. A gamer has different needs from someone who will only use their monitor for watching YouTube. No matter what you’re shopping for, DealNews has the monitor deals you need.
Common Terms
When you’re shopping for a monitor, it’s important to understand some basic terminology:
- Aspect Ratio
This measurement, expressed as two numbers separated by a colon, is a proportional representation of the monitor’s height and width. The three most common aspect ratios are 4:3, 16:9, and 21:9, with higher-end monitors available in more extreme ratios.
- Viewable Screen Area
The viewable screen is the part of a monitor that displays content, as opposed to the parts that may be covered by a border. You might see this measurement listed after the size, such as: 24’’(23.6” Viewable). Many monitors are now borderless.
- Resolution
Resolution is how many pixels make up a screen, and is described as length x width. For example, a 1080p monitor has a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels.
- Response Time
The response time is how long it takes for a monitor to change individual pixels from black to white (or in some technologies, gray to gray). This determines how sharp an image is. When viewing a monitor’s response time, the lower the number, the better.
- Refresh Rate
The refresh rate is how many times the image updates each second. This is measured in Hertz (Hz). In general, you should buy a monitor with at least a 60Hz refresh rate, but higher numbers are generally better. (Note that not all manufacturers include specs regarding refresh rate.)
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Display Panel Types
- Twisted Nematics (TN): These panels are the fastest and most inexpensive panels on the market. But what you make up for in speed and price, you lose in color and viewing angles. TN panels are an especially good choice for gamers who need higher refresh rates, and low response time.
- Vertical Alignment (VA): Considered the middle ground between TN and IPS panels, VA monitors have good color and contrast and a mid-tier price. These panels have some of the slowest response times, so they’re best suited to general use.
- In-Plane Switching (IPS): These panels have great color and viewing angles with a response time that falls between TN and VA panels. IPS panels are the most expensive, and are best suited for professional design use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What features should I consider when purchasing a monitor?
First, think about how you’ll use the monitor. The screen size, resolution, panel type, and response time you’ll need are all heavily dependent on your use case. It’s also important to make sure your monitor has the correct inputs for your computer — if not, you should look into purchasing an adapter. Once you’ve decided on the specs you’ll need, check out DealNews for the best deals on cheap monitors.
What is a curved monitor?
Curved monitors are growing in popularity, as they can help your eyes take in more of the screen at once. If you tend to use dual monitors, a single curved monitor can typically fulfill the same role. Unfortunately, the technology is still relatively new and curved monitor prices tend to be higher.
What brands have the best monitor deals?
When it comes to monitors, finding the right brand is less important than finding the right combination of features. To help you find exactly what you need, DealNews publishes deals from many different monitor manufacturers. You can see all the monitor sales here, or you can check out monitors on our brand- and store-specific pages, including Acer , Alienware , Asus , Dell , Lenovo , LG , Samsung and more!
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