Would You Look at That: The Best Black Friday Deals on Monitors

Whether you’re after a sleek 4K display for crystal-clear detail, a curved screen for total gaming immersion, or a lightning-fast refresh rate for seamless action, these Black Friday deals are too good to pass up. With epic savings on brands like Samsung, LG, and Dell, you’re sure to score a fantastic discount on your dream monitor.

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 is an ultra-wide gaming monitor designed for enthusiasts seeking an immersive experience. Its 49-inch curved OLED display offers exceptional color accuracy and vibrant visuals, ideal for gamers and media lovers. The 32:9 aspect ratio and 240Hz refresh rate enhance gameplay, although the limited I/O ports and high price may deter some. All these features earned it an “Outstanding” rating and the Editors’ Choice title. As noted by expert Zackery Cuevas in our Odyssey G9 review, “It’s not a monitor for everyone, but if you’re the type of person who gets excited upon hearing the words ’32:9 aspect ratio,’ then the Odyssey G9 is a contender.”

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The Samsung Odyssey Ark is a 55-inch curved gaming monitor designed for enthusiasts who want an immersive gaming experience. Its expansive 4K display, wide color coverage, and rich sound quality create a cinematic atmosphere for gamers. The Ark’s ability to manage multiple windows makes it ideal for multitaskers, but at $2,999, it’s a luxury item. Thanks to the 40% discount, it’s not anymore. In our Samsung Odyssey Ark review, expert Zackery Cuevas rates it “Excellent,” saying, “The massive 4K curved display is a sight to behold, in both horizontal and vertical modes.”

The Sony Inzone M9 is a sleek 27-inch 4K gaming monitor ideal for PlayStation 5 and PC users who need a high-quality display. Its “Smooth performance and excellent visuals abounded in all titles” impressed our expert Zackery Cuevas, who rated it “Excellent” in our Sony Inzone M9 review. Thanks to its Full Array Local Dimming technology, it delivers vibrant visuals with deep blacks and includes exclusive PS5 features like Auto HDR Tone Mapping. While expensive, its low input lag and rich customization options make it a great choice for competitive gamers.

The Asus ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM is a top-tier 4K OLED gaming monitor, blending vibrant colors, true blacks, and a speedy 240Hz refresh rate. With features like unique RGB lighting, a built-in virtual KVM, and excellent cooling for longevity, it’s perfect for gamers and multitaskers alike. Zackery Cuevas calls it “a match made in heaven” for high-performance PCs and rates it Outstanding in our Asus ROG PG32UCDM review. It’s also an Editors’ Choice winner, standing out in the crowded OLED market.

The Philips Evnia 34M2C8600 QD OLED Gaming Monitor is a stunning choice for gamers seeking premium visuals. Its 34-inch curved OLED screen offers exceptional color accuracy, impressive contrast, and a smooth 175Hz refresh rate via DisplayPort. Ambiglow lighting enhances immersion, while its sleek, white design adds style to any setup. “The Evnia is easily the best-looking of the trio, with the best color gamut support,” notes Zackery Cuevas, who rated it “Outstanding” in our Philips Evnia 34M2C8600 review and honored it with the Editors’ Choice.

The LG 27 UltraGear Gaming Monitor (27GR83Q) is a reliable choice for gamers who value performance and quality over flashy extras. “It’s a reliable, solid pick for gamers on the lookout for a monitor that both looks good and performs well,” notes Zackery Cuevas, who rated it “Excellent” in our LG 27GR83Q Monitor review. Its 27-inch QHD screen boasts vibrant colors, low input lag, and a 240Hz refresh rate, ideal for competitive gaming. Features like FreeSync and G-Sync compatibility ensure smooth visuals, while DTS Headphone X enhances audio immersion.

The HP 24mh 23.8-inch Display is an exceptional budget monitor for home or office use, combining an IPS screen with excellent sRGB color coverage and high contrast. Its ergonomic stand supports height and pivot adjustments, and built-in speakers add convenience for video calls or casual use.  “Its panel covered nearly the full sRGB color space and showed surprisingly high contrast in our testing,” says Tony Hoffman, who rated it “Excellent” in our HP 24mh review and made it an Editors’ Choice winner. A standout feature is the inclusion of a DisplayPort connector, which is rare in this price range.

The Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQL3A is an excellent entry-level monitor for gamers seeking great performance on a budget. With its QHD resolution, 180Hz refresh rate, and support for AMD FreeSync Premium and Nvidia G-Sync, it ensures smooth gameplay and vibrant visuals. Its ergonomic design adds flexibility, while features like Extreme Low Motion Blur reduce ghosting. “An impressive entry-level gaming monitor, thanks to a palatable price and a surprising amount of performance-enhancing features,” says Zackery Cuevas, who rated it “Excellent” in our review and made it an Editors’ Choice winner.

The LG 32-Inch UltraGear OLED Gaming Monitor offers impressive flexibility with its unique Dual Mode, seamlessly switching between 4K/240Hz and 1080p/480Hz settings. It caters to both competitive gamers and high-resolution enthusiasts. The deal represents a $330 savings, making this premium monitor an enticing option. It’s “a perfect blend of performance and visuals,” notes Zackery Cuevas, who rates it “Excellent” in our review.

The Corsair Xeneon is a stunning choice for gamers and multitaskers, blending vibrant QD-OLED visuals with practical features like AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync support. For Black Friday, you save $200, making this Editors’ Choice-winning monitor an excellent value. As Zackery Cuevas states in our Corsair Xeneon review, “It’s an excellent widescreen monitor for both work and gaming.”

The MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED offers an exceptional 27-inch OLED display, ideal for gamers seeking vibrant visuals and a 360Hz refresh rate. At $599, this deal saves you over $200, making it a budget-friendly choice for high-performance gaming. “It’s a first-class choice for gamers,” says Zackery Cuevas, giving it an “Excellent” rating in our MSI MPG 271QRX review.

The Arzopa Z1FC portable gaming monitor offers excellent value, especially at the current deal price of $116.99. With a 144Hz refresh rate, slim design, and solid color range, it’s a great option for gamers on the go. “If you’re looking for a portable monitor on the cheap, the Arzopa is a good value,” says Zackery Cuevas in his Arzopa Z1FC review. Enjoy an improved gaming experience without breaking the bank.

The Lenovo Legion R45w-30 offers solid performance and a huge 45-inch ultrawide display at a significantly reduced price. With features like True Split mode for multitasking and decent gaming performance, it’s a solid pick for gamers and professionals seeking an immersive experience. “A massive 44.5-inch screen… provides a decent gaming experience,” says Zackery Cuevas in our Lenovo Legion R45w-30 review.

Monitor FAQs

Hey, I’m Zackery Cuevas, a hardware analyst focused on monitors, among other classes of PC and gaming gear. I’m ISF-certified, and I’ve spent years testing and evaluating gaming monitors for PCMag, and I’m here to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about buying a new monitor on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.

Do Monitors Drop in Price for Black Friday?

Is the sky blue? Is the grass green? Does a monitor drop in price for Black Friday? Yes, yes, and yes. Some monitors can be expensive investments and can cost just as much as high-end graphics cards, but retailers usually offer significant discounts and can sometimes even include additional goodies like gift cards. In general, though, there’s no better time to buy a cheap monitor than Black Friday.

We always rate the value of monitors based on their MSRPs. So if you’re looking to upgrade, keep an eye on this season’s sales, which could turn a pretty good monitor deal into a great one. 

Why Are Monitors So Expensive?

Not all are. Monitors can be expensive, depending on their size, resolution, and refresh rate—usually, the higher the numbers, the bigger the dent in your wallet. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t great cheap monitors out there. To find a good deal, you just need to understand what your use case is. Do you want a 4K OLED monitor…or do you need one? Remember that cheaper monitors often sacrifice I/O ports and other premium features to get the price down, so if you want to save money, you’ll have to make some compromises.

The upshot is that if you want a basic monitor that “just works,” you can easily find one for under $100.

Which Resolution Is Right for Me?

No matter the size of your monitor, the first thing you’ll want to know is its native resolution. Screen resolution is the number of pixels that can be displayed on a screen—the higher the number at a given size, generally the sharper the image. There are three common resolutions you’ll run into: 1,920 by 1,080 (also known as full HD, or 1080p), 2,560 by 1,440 (also known as QHD, or 1440p), and 3,840 by 2,160 (aka 4K, or 2160p). For everyday computing, 4K should give you the sharpest possible image and can enable more comfortable multi-window work with panels 27 inches or larger. But 1080p or 1440i will certainly suffice for most workaday use with panels up to 27 or even 32 inches. 

However, gamers have additional factors to consider. Just because your monitor is capable of, say, 1440p or 4K resolution doesn’t mean all your games will run well at those resolutions. Remember that your GPU (mostly) and CPU (to a lesser extent, in concert with the GPU) determine if your game will run workably at 1440p or 4K, not just your monitor. It’s also important to remember that gaming monitors can do a lot more than your typical productivity monitor can. While a productivity-oriented monitor might feature a 4K native resolution, chances are it won’t offer anything that enhances game performance. Don’t expect AMD FreeSync or Nvidia G-Sync support on your everyday work monitor.

Make sure to scope out our Black Friday hub for up-to-the-minute deals on the tech you want most.

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About Zackery Cuevas

Analyst, Hardware

I’m an Analyst and ISF-certified TV calibrator focused on reviewing computer accessories, laptops, gaming monitors, and video games. I’ve been writing, playing, and complaining about games for as long as I remember, but it wasn’t until recently that I’ve been able to shout my opinions directly at a larger audience. My work has appeared on iMore, Windows Central, Android Central, and TWICE, and I have a diverse portfolio of editing work under my belt from my time spent at Scholastic and Oxford University Press. I also have a few book-author credits under my belt—I’ve contributed to the sci-fi anthology Under New Suns, and I’ve even written a Peppa Pig book.

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