Luckily, there’s a range of options out there—from pure budget to over-the-top machines. A strong set-up doesn’t come cheap, but every monitor here is worth the price. Sometimes, it’s better to get something that punches above its price point, while sometimes it’s best to see these as a bonafide investment. Whatever someone’s budget is for the best gaming monitors on the market, these are hard to go wrong with.
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ViewSonic Elite XG320U
When it comes to monitors, ViewSonic is a brand that delivers everything for gamers: cheap monitors that punch above their price line, solid mid-to-high grade monitors for the casual gamer, and high-end pro-level gaming monitors. The ViewSonic XG320U finds itself in the latter area, with gorgeous picture and color quality, non-existent input lag, 4K resolution, and HDMI 2.1 compatibility. A 32” 150HZ monitor with 4K UHD capabilities is a monster, making the ViewSonic XG320U one of the best PC gaming monitors right now.
ViewSonic VX3218-PC-MHD Curved Gaming Monitor
If the ViewSonic Elite XG320U finds itself in the high-end level of ViewSonic monitors, perhaps making it out of reach for some fans, the ViewSonic VX3218 is a curved monitor that finds itself among ViewSonic’s mid-to-high grade selection. It still manages to punch above its price point, coming in at $269.99 but giving a charming, curved monitor experience. It’s easy to use and doesn’t break the bank, with its only real shortcoming being the lack of 4K graphics. Still, though, it’s a steal for the majority of gamers.
LG 27GN950-B
The LG 27GN950-B is the definition of a high-end monitor with all the bells and whistles, boasting a 27” HHD Nano IPS Display, 1ms 144Hz VESA DSC Tech, Nvidia G-Sync, 4 side borderless display, flexible set-up and display options, and far more. Truly, for those unsure about where to begin building a pro gaming set-up but want to know where they can get the best options at the best price point (read best, not cheap), the LG 27GN950-B is a no brainer.
Alienware 25 AW2521HF
Alienware is a classic name in the PC world, and there are a few obvious reasons why. The AW2521HF monitor encapsulates all of this as a strong price point with no cut corners—every dollar is worth it, thanks to the lightning-fast 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response, true color display, no screen tearing, a 24.5% monitor with 1080p resolution for the best pixel-per-inch ratio, a strong cooling and venting design, and awesome support options like AlienFX for customizable lights and a gaming-centric menu (customizable pre-set game modes, a frame-per-second counter, and easy multi-screen set-up).
Acer Predator X38
Acer may typically be associated with cheaper, budget options, but that’s not the case for the Predator X38. It’s a powerful machine at a price to match, offering a full 37.5-inch experience with a 2300R curvature at 21:9 display. The Predator X38 is unmatched in speed, boasting a .3ms response time while maintaining all the colors. It promises no ghosting, color banding, or anything like that, with completely smooth on-screen action. On top of that, it has eye-protective technology, an all-in-one accessory design, a future-proof display design, focused and easy-to-access gaming screen options, and far more.
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