When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more ›
Wiki Shopping
Wiki Shopping
TipsLearnAbout
Wiki Shopping

Monitors under $250

All monitors

6 monitors under $250 from Samsung, LG, Acer and more. Most cost $170 to $219, and half cost less than $195.

All filtersFilters (1)×
Response time: 4 to 5 ms  ×Clear all
BrandSamsung2Acer1AOC1LG1MSI1
Size27-inch424-inch134-inch1
Resolution4K UHD3QHD 1440p2FHD 1080p1
Refresh100Hz260Hz2144Hz1
PanelIPS4
USB-C inputUSB-C input2
DCI-P3 coverage991
Adaptive sync (FreeSync or G-Sync)Adaptive sync (FreeSync or G-Sync)4
Response time1 ms or less494 to 5 ms6
CurvedCurved1
HDRHDR3
PriceUnder $2005Under $3001$200 & above1
Clear allShow 6 monitors
Response time: 4 to 5 ms  ×6 resultsSort byRecommendedSpec scorePrice: low to highPrice: high to low
SamsungSpec score 7.4

34-inch, QHD 1440p, 100Hz, 4 to 5 ms

+34-inch ultrawide screen with QHD resolution
+100Hz refresh rate with HDR10 support
+AMD FreeSync adaptive sync support
$219.99-33%List: $329.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:06 PST - Details
MSISpec score 7.8

27-inch, 4K UHD, 60Hz, IPS

+27-inch IPS panel with 4K UHD resolution
+Adaptive-Sync support for smoother motion
+Response time of 4 to 5 ms
−Refresh rate capped at 60 Hz
−Not a high-refresh option for fast gaming
$159.99-27%List: $219.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:18 PST - Details
LGSpec score 7.9

27-inch, QHD 1440p, 100Hz, IPS

+QHD resolution gives sharper detail than Full HD at 27 inches
+IPS panel for wide viewing angles
+USB-C input with 15W power delivery
−5 ms response time is slower than gaming monitors in this lineup
−100Hz refresh rate is low for fast gaming
$169.99-11%List: $189.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:57 PST - Details
AOC

27-inch, 4K UHD, IPS, 4 to 5 ms

+4K UHD resolution on a 27-inch screen
+IPS panel for wide viewing angles
+HDR support for higher contrast content
−Response time of 4 to 5 ms is slower than gaming monitors
$189.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
SamsungSpec score 7.4

24-inch, FHD 1080p, 144Hz, 4 to 5 ms

+144Hz refresh rate for smooth gameplay
+Curved screen for immersive viewing
+AMD FreeSync support reduces screen tearing
−Curved panel may not suit every viewing preference
−Full HD resolution offers less detail than higher resolutions
$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:06 PST - Details
AcerSpec score 8.0

27-inch, 4K UHD, 60Hz, IPS

+27in 4K UHD resolution for sharp text and detail
+IPS panel for wide viewing angles
+AMD FreeSync adaptive sync support
−60Hz refresh rate is lower than gaming monitors
−Response time of 4 to 5 ms is slower than gaming models
$199.99-5%Was: $209.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:05 PST - Details

Compare specs

monitorSizeResolutionRefreshPanelSpec scorePrice
34-inchQHD 1440p100Hz7.4$219.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:06 PST - Details
27-inch4K UHD60HzIPS7.8$159.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:18 PST - Details
27-inchQHD 1440p100HzIPS7.9$169.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:57 PST - Details
27-inch4K UHDIPSn/a$189.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details
24-inchFHD 1080p144Hz7.4$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:06 PST - Details
27-inch4K UHD60HzIPS8.0$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:05 PST - Details

Before you buy

Other price ranges

Docking Stations1,252Drive Enclosures455Keyboards1,587Mice628Webcams553Binoculars228Network Cables1,382Cameras2,556PC Cases264Chromebooks196CPU Coolers393Processors247

Popular filters

IPS Monitors250USB-C Monitors186FHD 1080p Monitors177Monitors with Adaptive Sync (FreeSync Or G-Sync)173Monitors with HDR14027-Inch Monitors137Monitors under $200136Monitors: 1 Ms or Less131

Monitors by use

Gaming Monitors1584K Monitors for Work59Monitors for Home and Office62

Related product types

Monitors under $200136Monitors under $15093Monitors under $30092Monitors under $10049Monitors under $40044Monitors under $7521Monitors under $50020Monitors under $60014Monitors under $70014Monitors under $5012

Spec scores, pros and cons, and prices are explained in the How it works section of the About page.