Best cheap gaming monitor deals today

This Asus monitor is pretty much the lowest you will want to go for any gaming rig right now, but it's awfully cheap, making it a perfect secondary monitor or primary screen for a budget setup. This 120 Hz Full HD monitor comes with a 1 ms response time, so it should be plenty snappy for games too.

Key specs: 23.8-inch | 1080p | 120 Hz | 1 ms

Why do monitor model names need to be so confusing? It's an eternal mystery. But if you can decode this Acer, you'll find it's a cracking deal. A 165 Hz gaming monitor for just over $100. Yes, it's VA, but at this price point, something's gotta give.

Key specs: 23.8-inch | 1080p | 165 Hz | 1 ms | VA

You might not like the VA panel and its low brightness, but you'll surely like the speed and price tag. 250 Hz, 0.5 ms pixel time, and adaptive sync will all help to ensure you get super-silky gaming.

Key specs: 24-inch | 1080p | Rapid VA | 250 Hz | 0.5 ms

A slightly lower refresh rate than the MSI above, but a larger screen, and for the same price. This is still super speedy and has a nice snappy response time, too. Either way, you're getting a good deal, especially with this being at its best ever price.

Key specs: 27 -inch | 1080p | 0.5 ms | 200 Hz

If you're looking for a super high refresh rate, AOC's C27Q2Z monitor goes all the way up to 240 Hz, offering a 0.5ms response time paired with AMD FreeSync Premium. At a peak luminance of 300, this isn't super bright but can certainly power through your gaming sessions. This is around the high-end of where I'd pay for a 1080p panel, given there are some reasonably priced 1440p ones, but it's still a solid saving, especially if you're specifically looking for this resolution.

Key specs: 27-inch | 1080p | 240 Hz | VA | Curved

Samsung's 2024 refresh of its Odyssey G3 monitor is very solid for any 1080p gamer. It comes with a 180 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response time, and AMD's FreeSync. At just 250 brightness, this screen is let down somewhat by not being all that bright, but it's otherwise a nice saving on a good budget monitor. It has previously been a decent bit cheaper, so we'd only recommend this monitor at this price if you can't wait for a better deal later down the line.

Key specs: 27-inch | 1 ms | AMD FreeSync | 180 Hz

A truly budget way of getting a 1440p monitor, this MSI model has a 27-inch screen, is Free-Sync enabled, and has a response time of 1 ms. You may notice some of that price point in the 'fine' 100 Hz response time, but otherwise, this is a solid choice.

Key specs: 27-inch | 1440p | 100 Hz | 1 ms

If you're on a tight budget, this will get you a decently sized 1440p monitor for a real bargain price. It even has a higher-than-60 Hz refresh rate. Okay, 100 Hz isn't spectacular, but it is still notably smoother than 60 Hz. It's also not the brightest screen, rated at 250 nits peak, but the compromises will have to come in somewhere.

Key specs: 27-inch | 1440p | 100 Hz | IPS | 1 ms

This is a respectable brand and a respectable spec, although it might be worth holding out for an IPS panel. Still, a good price on a great little screen and more than enough for a mid-range rig to get some lovely sights.

Key specs: 27-inch | 1440p | 170 Hz | VA

This Acer monitor is a steal for all you prospective competitive gamers, hitting a high refresh rate and low response time sweet spot (0.5-1 ms gray-to-gray). It's the same price as the Odyssey G5 below but is better for those of you who prefer an IPS panel to a VA.

Key specs: 27-inch | 1440p | 180 Hz | IPS | 0.5 ms

Acer's $200+ 1440p monitor shows its more premium price point in an up to 240 Hz refresh rate and up to 0.5 ms response time. Both of these combine to make a very smooth gaming experience. You just need to make sure you have a good enough rig to match the refresh rate with your fps.

Key specs: 27-inch | 1440p | 240 Hz | 0.5 ms

Yes, the name of this monitor is ridiculous, but it is a super reasonable price for a large curved 1440p screen. Acer makes solid monitors, and this one, with its 180 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time, is sure to be plenty snappy. That 1500 R curvature also allows for greater levels of immersion.

Key specs: 31.5-inch | 1440p | 180 Hz | 1500R

OK, these Acer monitor names are a bad joke. But bear with us, because this screen has loads to offer. The main attraction is a 240 Hz 1440p panel with 1 ms response times. That's pretty much the ideal real-world 16:9 gaming solution. Just take great care with what you're ordering and those model names!

Key specs: 27-inch | 1440p | 240 Hz | IPS | Curved | 1 ms

I didn't think I'd see the day when a Samsung Odyssey monitor would be the cheapest 4K choice, and here we are. This little panel has Nvidia G-Sync, alongside a 144 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time. This is all to say, as well as being super clear, it's plenty snappy.

Key specs: 28-inch | 4K | 144 Hz | 1 ms

This MSI MAG is the cheapest 4K gaming monitor from MSI we'd recommend right now, and the smallest at just 27 inches. Despite its size, it holds some mighty specs, with a fast refresh rate and that high-resolution panel.

Key specs: 27-inch | 4K | 160 Hz | 1 ms

Gigabyte is a staple of the budget 4K monitor market, and the biggest reason it gets removed from our deals list is that it occasionally sells out. This 27-inch 4K panel is a great price, with some good specs to go alongside it.

Key specs: 27-inch | 4K | 160 Hz | 1 ms

Here's a monitor we really rate from our Gigabyte M28U review. We actually loved this package for its blend of speed and resolution, even at its original $650 price tag. At this tantalizingly cheap price, it's that much better.

Key specs: 28-inch | 4K | 144 Hz | IPS | 1 ms

Okay, this monitor is quite expensive, but it's one of our absolute favourites for a reason. A gorgeous OLED 4K screen, with a 240 Hz refresh rate, and 0.03 ms response time. It has everything you may want from a modern monitor, and looks good while it does it.

Key specs: 32-inch | OLED | 4K | 240 Hz | 0.03 ms

Do you need the Ark? Probably not, but damned if it isn't at least worth a look nonetheless. This screen offers something few others do, probably for good reason. It's absolutely massive, curved out the wazoo, ready for HDR to the extreme, built with Mini LED tech, and runs at 165 Hz. It's something different, and that's why it bears mentioning that it's pretty much always on sale, though not always this cheap.

Keys specs: 55-inch | 4K | 165 Hz | mini-LED | Curved

Gigabyte is punching well above its weight with this 1440p ultrawide curved gaming monitor. At the best price we can spot for an ultrawide screen, it has a decent refresh rate (which rather strangely overclocks up to 135 Hz) and good response time. Use the code 'FSE578' for $15 off, bringing this monitor down to $234.99

Key specs: 34-inch | 3440 x 1440 | 120 Hz (up to 135 Hz) | 1 ms

At its current price, this LG ultrawide is a genuine bargain (though not as good as it has been before). By comparison, Alienware's fancy QD-OLED 34-inch panel is around $800 even on sale. This LG matches its size, resolution, aspect ratio, and refresh rate for less than one-third of the price, although, of course, it is a VA panel, not an OLED. It's also not the brightest gaming monitor ever, but it is a very good deal.

Key specs: 34-inch | 3440 x 1440 | 160 Hz | VA | Curved | 1 ms

34-inch ultrawide 1440p gaming remains one of our firm favourites. It's a great compromise between lots of detail and decent frame rates. This Samsung panel gives you all that with 3,440 by 1,440 pixels, 165 Hz refresh, and 1 ms response, alongside a light curve. It's not the brightest at 250 nits. But if you can live with that, it's an awful lot of monitor for the money.

Key specs: 34-inch | 3440 x 1440 | 165 Hz | VA | Curved | 1 ms

This Gigabyte monitor has everything you may need from one. It has a QD OLED panel, super ultrawide 5120 x 1440 resolution, a slight 1800R curve, and comes with a response time of 0.03 ms. It's an expensive monitor, but you notice that cost in all it has to offer. It's also almost a quarter off its MSRP.

Key specs: 49-inch | 5120 x 1440 | 144 Hz | QD OLED | 1800 R | 0.03

Both 1440p and OLED, this 27-inch monitor from Acer has almost everything you may want to pair with your rig. It's even better now that it's $110 off, making it the cheapest OLED on our entire list right now (though it has been cheaper than this before). To top it off, it comes with a 240 Hz refresh rate, up to 0.01 ms response time, and a solid selection of ports with a DisplayPort, 2 HDMI ports, and USB Type-C.

Key specs: 27-inch | 2560 X 1440 | 240 Hz | OLED | 0.03 ms

OLED really makes a huge difference to the way games look, and it's fantastic that impressive OLED monitors are finally starting to hit the more budget/mid-range price point. AOC's choice is a 1440p screen with a super high refresh rate and response time, so it not only looks great but feels fast.

Key specs: 27-inch | 2560 x 1440 | 240 Hz | 0.03 ms | OLED

Samsung's 27-inch 240 Hz screen is now $200 off, making it the perfect choice for someone who wants their games to look great but has limited space for their monitor. This can get down to a blazing fast 0.03 response time, making it great for gaming.

Key specs: 27-inch | 2560 x 1440 | 240 Hz | OLED | 0.03 ms

OLED gaming still isn't as affordable as we'd like. But it's getting there. This 34-inch ultrawide QD-OLED beast is still a good deal at this price, however. The 175 Hz refresh is a tiny bit pedestrian, but it's plenty fast enough for us, and in all other regards, this is the full OLED experience, including 0.03 ms response and serious HDR sizzle.

Key specs: 34-inch | 3440 x 1440 | 175 Hz | QD-OLED | Curved | 0.03 ms

With its special launch price of $949, the MSI MAG 321UPX was already by far the cheapest of the new generation of gorgeous high-pixel density 4K gaming OLEDs. But you can already get for $50 off. It makes most 27-inch 1440p OLEDs look painfully overpriced. It may be out of stock when you click through, but it's worth checking back for this great deal.

Key specs: 32-inch | 4K | 240 Hz | QD-OLED | 0.03 ms

It's pretty wild what you can get these days for a relatively small sum of money. This is a 27-inch monitor for roughly the same price as some smaller 24-inch panels, and it still rocks an IPS display, 1ms response time, and a 165 Hz refresh rate. Fantastic for gaming on a budget.

Key specs: 27-inch | 1080p | 165 Hz | IPS | 1 ms

A 1440p panel with a super speedy refresh rate and a snappy response time, this is a bit of a banger for less than £140. Being 27 inches, it's a bit small, but it's still a lot of monitor for not that much. It does have a slight curve to it though, so make sure that's the kind of screen you're looking for.

Key specs: 1440p | 1500R | 180 Hz | 0.5 ms

If you thought decent ultrawides were expensive, I'm happy to prove you wrong. VA panel, of course, but otherwise this wide boi has very little wrong with it for the cash. That 180 Hz refresh rate is very nice to see at this price.

Key specs: 34-inch | 3440 x 1440 | 180 Hz | VA | 1 ms

You can't beat a high-refresh 34-inch ultrawide gaming panel in terms of bang for buck and ASRock gives you that particular bang for less buck than ever. As we found in our review, this 1 ms 165 Hz VA panel has no major weaknesses and makes for a really nice overall package for the money.

Key specs: 34-inch | 3440 x 1440 | 165 Hz | VA | Curved | 1 ms

LG makes some of our favourite gaming monitors, and this 4K IPS panel is part of its UltraGear line, of which we are very much fans. The 144 Hz refresh rate might not be the fastest, but it's still plenty speedy for most, and otherwise, this panel has near-flawless specs for the cash. Okay, it's not an OLED, but that's some serious extra cash to spend.

Key specs: 32-inch | 4K | 144 Hz | IPS | 1 ms

OLED tech is where it's at for the best gaming monitors, and this 34-inch curved ultrawide is built to absolutely stun. With lush colours and gorgeously deep black levels, OLED is where you want to be if you've got the cash. This MSI model is cheaper than the rest, plenty fast, and will look fantastic on your desk.

Key specs: 34-inch | 3440 x 1440 | 175 Hz | OLED

What a difference a letter makes... especially when it comes to gaming monitors. The code names given to monitors are often impenetrable, but the difference between this MAG 321UP and the MAG321UPX is that this one has a 165 Hz refresh instead of 240 Hz. That's the only difference between this and the more expensive one. If you're not concerned about the refresh rate difference (and do you have the hardware to hit a matching 240 fps otherwise?,) then this is where the smart OLED money is spent.

Key specs: 32-inch | 4K | 165 Hz | QD-OLED | 0.03 ms