My current monitor is a 27-inch QHD monitor that I bought for $250 (“QHD” equals “quad HD,” or 2,560×1,440-pixel resolution). I nearly went with a 32-inch UHD display that would’ve offered more room and more pixels for only a bit more money (“UHD” is “ultra HD,” or 3,840×2,160-pixel). Between these two different sizes, you can easily find a screen to perfectly fit your desk space, your work needs and, most importantly, your budget.
The world’s creatives, hobbyists and professional gamers — folks more likely to worry about color gamut and refresh rates — might find they need a higher-end screen than you’ll see on our list. But these displays are big enough for most needs, and they’ve got sufficient pixel density to produce a sharp, quality image.
For more, be sure to check out CNET’s monitor buying guide and our rundown of how we test monitors. I’ll continue to keep this story updated as pricing fluctuates and I uncover better deals, so check back often.
Best 27-inch monitor deals
These 27-inch models feature QHD resolution and give you more screen real estate than a 24-inch, FHD (full HD or 1,920×1,080 pixel) display, and better resolution, too. And they give you all that for not too much more money. You might also come across 27-inch 4K displays in your search. Those displays offer a certain quality worth consideration, but in my experience, a QHD or 2K resolution is more than sufficient when stretched across a 27-inch panel.
