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Monitors under $500

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14 monitors under $500 from Samsung, ASUS and LG. Most cost $413 to $499, and half cost less than $480.

Top brands: ASUS (4)

ASUSSpec score 8.5

27-inch, 4K UHD, 160Hz, IPS

+4K resolution on a 27-inch IPS panel
+160Hz refresh rate for smooth gameplay
+HDR support for extended brightness range
−Lower 160Hz refresh rate than some competing 4K monitors
$447.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:10 PST - Details
ASUSSpec score 9.5

27-inch, 4K UHD, IPS

+HDR support for higher contrast content
+USB-C input with 96W power delivery
+Large 27 inch 4K display for sharp detail
$429.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:09 PST - Details
ASUSSpec score 9.4

27-inch, 4K UHD, 162Hz, IPS

+Pivot function rotates screen to portrait orientation
+Height adjustable stand for ergonomic positioning
+USB-C input for single-cable connection
$413.43
as of 11/04/2026 12:10 PST - Details
ASUSSpec score 8.5

27-inch, 4K UHD, 162Hz, IPS

+4K resolution on a 27-inch IPS panel
+162Hz refresh rate for smooth gameplay
+USB-C input for single-cable connection
$410.95
as of 11/04/2026 12:10 PST - Details
RedalfSpec score 7.9

15.3-inch, FHD 1080p, 60Hz, IPS

+Portable 15.3 inch extra screen for laptop users
+IPS panel for wide viewing angles
+Full HD 1080p resolution with 60Hz refresh
−Small 15.3 inch screen limits room for multiple windows
$469.99-20%List: $589.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:09 PST - Details
LadomiSpec score 8.0

16-inch, FHD 1080p, IPS

+Large 16 inch screen for extra workspace
+IPS panel for wide viewing angles
+USB-C input for single-cable connection
$479.99-16%Was: $569.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:50 PST - Details
KYYSpec score 7.9

15.6-inch, FHD 1080p, 60Hz, IPS

+Portable 15.6 inch screen for travel
+IPS panel for wide viewing angles
+USB-C input for single-cable connection
−60Hz refresh rate, lower than gaming monitors
$479.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:49 PST - Details
UperfectSpec score 8.1

24.5-inch, 165Hz, IPS, 1 ms or less

+Touchscreen input for direct interaction
+Adaptive sync support reduces screen tearing
+1 ms or less response time
−Large 24.5 inch size is less practical for carrying
$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 08:08 PST - Details
LGSpec score 8.7

34-inch, QHD 1440p, IPS

+IPS panel for wide viewing angles
+USB-C input with 90W power delivery
+HDR support for richer highlights
−Curved screen may not suit every desk setup
$479.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:57 PST - Details
HyanginSpec score 7.8

15.6-inch, 1920x1200, 60Hz, IPS

+Portable design for carrying between locations
+IPS panel for wide viewing angles
+USB-C input for a single-cable connection
−Only 60Hz refresh rate
−Resolution is 1200p rather than full HD
$429.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:33 PST - Details
LGSpec score 8.7

34-inch, QHD 1440p, IPS

+IPS panel for wide viewing angles
+USB-C input with 60W power delivery
+1440p resolution on a 34-inch ultrawide screen
−Curved screen may not suit every desk setup
$499.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:57 PST - Details
InnocnSpec score 8.8

40-inch, QHD 1440p, 144Hz, IPS

+40-inch ultrawide screen for wide workspace
+144Hz refresh rate for smoother motion
+FreeSync Premium Adaptive-Sync support
$479.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:35 PST - Details
UK BonitoysSpec score 8.0

15.3-inch, FHD 1080p

+Runs three extra screens from a single cable
+USB-C input for simple connection
+15.3 inch screen size for extended workspace
$499.98
as of 11/04/2026 08:08 PST - Details
AnykingSpec score 7.8

15.3-inch, 1920x1200, 60Hz, IPS

−60Hz refresh: 9 of the 13 here have a higher refresh
$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:08 PST - Details

Compare specs

monitorSizeResolutionRefreshPanelSpec scorePrice
27-inch4K UHD160HzIPS8.5$447.99
as of 11/04/2026 12:10 PST - Details
27-inch4K UHDIPS9.5$429.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:09 PST - Details
27-inch4K UHD162HzIPS9.4$413.43
as of 11/04/2026 12:10 PST - Details
27-inch4K UHD162HzIPS8.5$410.95
as of 11/04/2026 12:10 PST - Details
15.3-inchFHD 1080p60HzIPS7.9$469.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:09 PST - Details
16-inchFHD 1080pIPS8.0$479.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:50 PST - Details
15.6-inchFHD 1080p60HzIPS7.9$479.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:49 PST - Details
24.5-inch165HzIPS8.1$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 08:08 PST - Details
34-inchQHD 1440pIPS8.7$479.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:57 PST - Details
15.6-inch1920x120060HzIPS7.8$429.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:33 PST - Details

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