Best computer monitors for home, work, and play

The Dell P2720DC is our top pick because it doesn’t sacrifice on features while maintaining a relatively low price. It streams content in 1440p, a great middle ground between 1080p and ultra-sharp 4K. 
The design gives it a super thin (and sleek) vibe with a matte black casing, and has ports in the back to plug in all your USB-C devices. Plus, if you’re into the two-screen work experience, it’s very easy to connect your monitor to another one. You can adjust its height, swivel, tilt, and pivoting if the built-in setup doesn’t work best for you. And you can even mount it on the wall, if that’s your preferred way to work. 
The drawbacks are that it doesn’t have the ultimate highest picture quality, or built-in speakers. But if you’re a music buff, your speaker accessories will be compatible with your monitor. And if you’re connecting a laptop to this monitor, you’ll have speakers built in there anyway.

This is a budget monitor without being a cheap monitor. The Samsung SR650 24-inch monitor is less than $200, but doesn’t skimp on the important features you want in a monitor. It has a 1920 x 1080 IPS panel with a 75Hz refresh rate. In layman’s terms, you’ll get crisp, stunning images and a wide viewing angle.
The size of this monitor is great for most desk setups because it gives you plenty of screen without taking up too much space. Your laptop will still comfortably fit on your desk with the monitor.
There are plenty of ports on this Samsung monitor, including two USB 2.0, two USB-C, HDMI, and VGA connections. The monitor itself is also incredibly versatile and adapts to your work preferences. You can adjust the height and swivel, tilt, and pivot the monitor to whatever position suits your needs.

At just $100, this 21.5-inch HP monitor is a workhorse for those on a budget. Though this monitor does not have the picture quality of something like the Razer, it can clearly display items like four Adobe Premiere workspaces. Its HD imaging and 16:9 resolution were praised as well by customers. For computer nerds out there, that’s 102 pixels per inch. 
It has an incredibly slim profile, and despite it being made of plastic, the body has an expensive look and feel. The 60Hz response rate may not be high enough for the serious gamer, but should work well for any graphic design, video editing, and streaming needs.
The stand for this monitor is a little wonky, but honestly you could use the base to store pens and sticky notes if you really wanted. While there’s no built-in wall mount and it does not come with HDMI cables, you’re able to purchase those as add ons.

Having a dual-screen setup is great for work, but sometimes it’s cumbersome to try to fit two monitors. You may not be into that aesthetic on your desk. And let’s face it, twice the monitors means twice the cost. So in its place, here is one big wide monitor: The Acer XR342CK Pbmiiqphuzx. The title sounds like an alien sneezing, but its features make up for the strange name. 
It’s 34 inches wide, has a sturdy adjustable stand, and multiple ports for your USB and USB-C needs. There’s a cool curve to the top of the monitor, which gives it a distinct look from a standard computer monitor and helps you crane your neck less. This allows you to see every inch of your screen without eye strain, which is something a dual monitor setup can’t promise.
But the curved nature could cause some problems for a visual designer or architect as the curvature might warp your perspective slightly. Regardless, it’s a strong choice for people who need an ultra wide display.

The LG 27UK650-W has an incredibly slim casing that is almost invisible, and its stand has a sleek curve. It’s got the kind of profile that would fit in in any office or stylish home setting. At $550, it sits in the middle of the price range on this list. 
The monitor’s HDR display combines Ultra HD 4K resolution with IPS clarity, making it awesome for gaming and working — whether that’s creating spreadsheets or designing graphics. It’s especially great for content creators, which honestly includes most people at this point. 
Gamers will marvel at all the advanced gaming features that make your graphics look realistic and keep your movements fluid. Regardless of what you use the monitor for, everyone can appreciate the adjustable display that tilts and pivots to let you get the best view.