Best Amazon Prime Day gaming monitor deals

Acer KC242Y | 23.8-inch | 1080p | 100Hz | VA | FreeSync | $117.99 $89.99 at Amazon (save $28)
Ok, so it's pretty small, and a VA panel. But honestly, for this money and from a well-known and trusted manufacturer, with AMD FreeSync and a 100Hz refresh rate? A pretty good deal if you ask us. This would make an excellent second monitor, or a pretty quick main monitor in a pinch if you're building on a very tight budget.

Price check: Best Buy $89.99

ASRock Phantom Gaming | 27-inch | 1080p | 165Hz | IPS | FreeSync | $179.99 $129.99 at Newegg (save $60)
ASRock has become a favorite of ours around here over busy shopping periods. These screens always seem to be on offer, and from the one we've used (read our review) they're good value for the money, too. You can't really complain with this 165Hz panel for just under $120.

Gigabyte GF27F | 27-inch | 1080p | 165Hz | IPS | FreeSync Premium | $209.99 $149.99 at Newegg (save $60)
It's not the fastest 1080p monitor out there nor is it the most stylish, but for the money, you're getting a fantastic budget gaming monitor. 165Hz variable refresh rate, 130% sRGB color gamut, and multiple input options sweeten the deal very nicely.

Price check: Amazon $159.99

Acer Nitro | 27-inch | 1080p | 240Hz | VA | | Curved | FreeSync | $314.99 $159.99 at Amazon (save $155)
If you're desperate for a super-high refresh rate on a budget, then this Acer Nitro screen should fit the bill. It's not very bright, rated at just 250 nits, but it's a good size, is a VA panel and sports a full 240Hz refresh rate for a rather tasty price tag.

ASRock Phantom PG27Q15R2A | 27-inch | 165Hz | 1440p | VA | FreeSync Premium | $239.99 $173.99 at Newegg (save $70)
ASRock's gaming monitors are always so darned cheap—we love them for that. This 1440p panel offers resolution and a rapid refresh rate for a potent PC gaming combo, though the built-in Wi-Fi antenna helps it stand out from the crowd. That's hardly essential, but could come in use for some.

Price check: Amazon $229

Gigabyte GS27QC | 27-inch | 170Hz OC | 1440p | VA | $229.99 $189.99 at Newegg (save $45)
Less than $200 for a decent 1440p 170Hz monitor from a proper brand like Gigabyte? What's not to like? Some would argue the VA panel, but it is rated at 1ms, albeit MPRT not GtG. The 250 nits brightness is modest, too, and the stand isn't height adjustable. Still, the panel sports 4,000:1 static contrast, which is excellent.

Price check: Amazon $184.99

Gigabyte G27Q | 27-inch | 144Hz | 1440p | IPS | $249.99 $199.99 at Newegg (save $50)
I'd be happy to drop down from 170 Hz to 144 Hz in exchange for a decently quick IPS panel. Sure, the contrast on a VA like the one above can be more inky, but the colors on an IPS always. For still under the $200 mark you're getting a decently bright screen, too, with a DisplayHDR 400 rating meaning it has to get up to at least that. It's listed with a typical 350 cd/m², but independent testing has shown it topping that in both SDR and HDR modes. It's also impressively low latency in games, making this a fantastic budget gaming screen.

Price check: Amazon $249.99

Acer Nitro XV320QU | 31.5-inch | 1440p | 165Hz | IPS | FreeSync Premium | $349.99 $219.99 at Newegg (save $130)
If you're chasing high frame rates and still want some degree of high fidelity, this 1440p panel is for you. It's rocking a 165Hz refresh rate with AMD's FreeSync supported to keep everything silky smooth. It's big, too, though 31.5-inch is pushing the 1440p resolution on pixel-per-inch.

Price check: Amazon $269.99

Acer Nitro XV272U W2 | 27-inch | 1440p | 240 Hz | IPS | FreeSync Premium | $399.99 $249.99 at Amazon (save $150)
Nope, we haven't made a mistake and listed a more expensive, smaller version of the Acer above for no good reason: this one's for the speed demons. If fast reflexes for multiplayer domination matter more than the overall panel size, this 240 Hz IPS panel with a 0.5 ms GtG response time should do the trick. You'll struggle to find a faster IPS display for the money.

Price check: Newegg $324.99

LG UltraGear OLED | 27-inch | 1440p | 240Hz | G-Sync Compatible | $999.99 $596.99 at Amazon (save $403)
Err, how much for a 1440p panel?! Still, this is an OLED unit, and about as cheap as the tech currently comes, as the price has seriously tumbled on this LG model. They make for seriously gorgeous screens. Admittedly this one is a little dim overall (as we found in our LG UltraGear 27GR95QE-B review) but it's still absolutely stunning in a shady spot.

Price check: Best Buy $599.99 | Newegg $599.99

MSI MAG274UPF | 27-inch | 4K | 144Hz | IPS | $394.27 at Amazon
4K 144Hz for sensible money is something we've been wanting to see for ages. Now it's happening. Even better, this MSI has an IPS panel for superior colours, viewing angles and response. You'll need a beefy GPU to drive it, of course. 

Price check: Newegg $399.99

MSI G321CU | 32-inch | 4K | 144Hz | VA |
$419.99 at Newegg
Sub $500 4K 32-inch high refresh monitors have remained frustratingly rare. But here's one at Amazon from MSI for $420! Arguably, 4K makes more sense in the larger 32-inch format than, say, 27 inches. Inevitably, this is a VA not IPS model. But it's still rated at 1ms so the response should be at least reasonable. 

Price check: Amazon $419.99

Dough Spectrum One Glossy | 27 inch | 4K | 144Hz | IPS | FreeSync Premium Pro | G-Sync compatible | $699.99 $499.99 at B&H Photo (save $200)
First thing to say about this screen is that you don't get a stand as standard, so to speak. You have to spend another $100 if you don't already have a monitor arm you use. It's also worth stating there have been issues with Dough (previously known as Eve) fulfilling orders itself. This deal is specifically via B&H Photo, though, so you know the stock is in hand and ready to go. The final thing to say is that this monitor is glorious, and I'm a huge fan. It was also a $1,100 screen when it first came out, and is actually a pretty good HDR panel with its DisplayHDR 600 rating.

Gigabyte M28U | 28-inch | 4K | 144Hz | IPS | $599.99 $429.99 at Amazon (save $160)
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.

Price check: Newegg $429.99

Gigabyte M32UC | 32-inch | 4K | 144Hz | VA | FreeSync Premium Pro | $629.99 $509.99 at Amazon (save $110)
Here's our pick for the best budget 4K gaming monitor, but now it's even cheaper. That's a deal we can't pass up. It's a gloriously simple panel with a no-frills look paired with a speedy refresh of up to 144Hz and a handy USB hub. Our Jacob uses this panel daily, and he's had no complaints with it so far.

Price check: Newegg $539.99 | Best Buy $519.99 | B&H $519.99

LG UltraGear | 32-inch | IPS | 144Hz | 4K | FreeSync and G-Sync Compatible | $526.99 at Amazon
You can pick up a cheaper VA 32-inch 4K screen above, but this is a fully gorgeous IPS panel and is dearer for it. With G-Sync and FreeSync support, you will always net smooth frames on this UltraGear—providing your GPU is up to the task. We're big fans of LG monitors, and this is a good 'un.

Price check: Best Buy $599.99

Gigabyte M32U | 32-inch | 4K | 144Hz | IPS | FreeSync | $729.99 $549.99 at B&H (save $180)
The flat version of Gigabyte's M32U isn't only flatter, it also comes with a lovely IPS panel. That's why it's also a touch more expensive, but if you won't get outta bed for anything less than IPS, this is a fair price for a monitor with HDMI 2.1 and a USB hub.

Price check: Newegg $579.99

Acer Nitro EDA343CUR Hbmiippx | 34-inch | 3440 x 1440 | 100Hz | VA | $279.99 $229.99 at Amazon (save $50)
34 inches of ultrawide, high-refresh gaming action for just $230. Not bad. OK, it's only 100Hz and this is obviously a VA not an IPS panel. And the product name is unforgivable. However, in a world of terrible $400 budget GPUs, this thing looks like a bargain.

Acer Gaming XV340CK PBMIIPPHZX | 34-inch | 3440 x 1440 | 144Hz | IPS | $299.99 $241.99 at Newegg (save $60)
An older model, but it checks out. The combination of 34-inch ultrawide, 3,440 by 1,440 resolution, 144Hz and an IPS panel is pretty sweet for just $239.99, especially the IPS bit. The catch? Well, it tops at 250 nits, which is adequate but no more. But it's still a very nice deal.

MSI MAG342CQPV Curved Gaming | 34-inch | 3440 x 1440 | 100Hz | VA | $253.46 at Amazon
This is a great deal on a slightly lower-spec ultrawide. You can expect a full ultrawide resolution, with plenty of vertical pixel space, thanks to that 1440p resolution and 1ms response times for gaming. The only thing is this monitor will max out at 100Hz. That's still plenty quick enough for gaming, and as a way to save some money and still get that proper ultrawide experience, we do like this MSI a lot.

Price check: Newegg $259.99

LG UltraGear 34GP63A-B | 34-inch | 160Hz | 3440 x 1440 | VA | $399.99 $309.99 at Amazon (save $90)
At $320 this LG ultrawide is a genuine bargain. 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.

Price check: LG $399.99

GIGABYTE M34WQ | 34-inch | 144Hz | IPS | $449.99 $359.99 at Newegg (save $90)
Gigabyte make some of our favorite gaming monitors, and as ultrawides go, this one's a bit of a peach. That IPS panel is plenty fast with a 144Hz refresh rate, and it's got plenty of ports for all sorts of connection possibilities. A 400 nits brightness rating is pretty great for this sort of price, too.

LG 34GS95QE | 34-inch | 240Hz | 3440 x 1440 | OLED | $1,299.99 $799.99 at Amazon (save $500)
If you can't quite stretch to the Alienware below but still want a 34-inch curved ultrawide OLED display, look no further. With a 240 Hz refresh rate, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and G-Sync support, it's plenty smooth and fast when it comes to action. Plus that panel looks lush, although the HDR could be better. Not quite everything, this display, but damned close to it, and a great deal at this price.

Alienware 34 AW3423DWF | 34-inch | 165Hz | QD-OLED | $899 $899.99 at Best Buy
Alienware's fancy QD-OLED panel has been cheaper at times. But it's still one of the best OLED gaming monitor deals. Think of it as a long term investment that will make every single gaming session pop. Once you've experienced per-pixel OLED-style lighting, you won't want to go back to LCD tech. You can read our Alienware QD-OLED review for more.

Price check: Newegg $1046.99

Gigabyte Aorus CO49DQ | 49-inch | 144Hz | 5120 x 1440 | OLED | $1,099.99 $899 at Amazon (save $200.99)
It's not been around for long but the Aorus CO49DQ already has a decent discount, and it's a lot of monitor for the money as we found in our review. Those rocking the RTX 4090 might be better off with the higher refresh rate of the Samsung Odyssey G9 G93SC, but the rest of us can take advantage of this very wide, very pretty looking panel for a bit less.

Samsung Odyssey G9 G93SC OLED | 49-inch | 240Hz | 5120 x 1440 | OLED | $1,599.99 $1,199.99 at Amazon (save $400)
Samsung's hot new silly-wide OLED monitor has barely even been released, but it's already on sale. At 49 inches and sporting Samsung's QD-OLED tech, it doesn't look bad value next to all those $1,000-plus 34-inch ultrawide OLED, does it? Jeremy was, shall we say rather impressed in his review, and I reckon it looks like it was taken right off the set of a sci-fi film. Beautiful stuff.

Cooler Master GM238-FFS | 24-inch | 1080p | 144Hz | IPS | £144.95 £119.99 at Overclockers (save £24.96)
It's not big, and it certainly isn't from a name we normally associate with gaming monitors, but if space is at a premium and you just want a good, little 1080p display for your desk, this 24-incher has a lot going for it. For a start it's a fast IPS panel, so you get the good colours and a 0.5ms response time, and it will deliver a 144Hz refresh rate, too.

ASRock Phantom PG27FF1A | 27-inch | 1080p | IPS | 165Hz | £178.99 £128.48 at Scan (save £50.51)
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 of the smaller 24-inch panels below, and it still rocks an IPS display, 1ms response time, and a 165Hz refresh rate. Fantastic for gaming on a budget.

Price check: Overclockers £124.99

AOC 27G2SPAE/BK | 27-inch | 1080p | IPS | 165Hz | Overclockers £154.96
Not the fastest, nor the fanciest 27-inch 1080p you can get, but you're still getting plenty of monitor for the money. That IPS 165Hz panel offers Freesync Premium variable refresh rate and it's G-Sync Compatible, too. Perfect for PC or console gaming on a budget.

AOC Q27G2S/EU | 27-inch | 1440p | IPS | 165Hz | £224.97 at Amazon
Besides this monitor's significant bezels, there's a lot to like here. It's a bit old fashioned looking, but all the important specs are here: 1440p, 165Hz, FreeSync compatible. It's in a sweet spot for gaming and it's made by a manufacturer we trust with budget screens.

MSI PRO MP341CQ | 3440 x 1440 | VA | 100Hz | FreeSync | £329.99 £289 at Overclockers (save £40.99)
Treat yourself to an ultrawide image with this MSI monitor for a surprisingly low sum. It's not necessarily the quickest screen around, but 100Hz is a big step up over 60Hz that you will actually notice. Also it's a frame rate within reach for more mainstream graphics cards—the bump to ultrawide increases pixel counts and thus GPU demand shoots up too.

ASRock Phantom PG34WQ15R2B | 34-inch | 165Hz | 3440 x 1440 | VA | £418.99 £323.99 at Scan (save £95)
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 1ms 165Hz VA panel has no major weaknesses and makes for a really nice overall package for the money.

Alienware 34 AW3423DWF | 34-inch | 165Hz | QD-OLED | £848.83 at Amazon
Alienware's fancy QD-OLED panel is one of our all time favourite displays, and while this is still a lot of money for any monitor, even with a discount, you won't do much better than this for the cash. It's simply stunning. You can read our Alienware QD-OLED review for more.

Samsung Odyssey G9 G93SC OLED | 49-inch | 240Hz | 5120 x 1440 | OLED | £1,399.99 £999.99 at Amazon (save £400)
Samsung's silly-wide OLED monitor has only been around for a year, but you can now get it for £400 off. At 49 inches and sporting Samsung's QD-OLED tech this is a monitor straight out of a science fiction film, but it could well be gracing your desk at some point very soon. And our Jeremy loved it in his review. Cool hey?