Best USB-C Monitor Deals: Save a Pretty Penny on Top Brands, Like LG, Asus and More – CNET

A USB-C monitor can function as more than a simple desktop display, especially with the amount of devices that use USB-C ports these days. You can use your monitor to power other peripheral devices, like a mouse or keyboard, or even charge up your phone, so you’ll have a lot fewer cables cluttering up your workspace. You can also run a video feed into the monitor, so you won’t need excess HDMI or DisplayPort cables. That functionality can mean you have to pay a bit of a premium, which is why it’s worth gaming some of the deals we’ve collected below.

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This 32-inch 1440p AOC display, with a rating of 350 nits, should provide a panel that’s a bit brighter than the above BenQ. It supplies a DisplayPort connection and a pair of HDMI ports in addition to USB-C connectivity. It also has integrated speakers and a flexible stand with height, tilt and swivel adjustments. Although it usually goes for $289, you can grab it now for just $250.

LG/CNET

This 27-inch 4K LG unit is a well-rounded display, and though it isn’t available at a huge discount, any price cut is better than none. It offers AMD FreeSync and tons of connectivity. In addition to USB-C, you get a pair of HDMI ports and one DisplayPort connection. There are also two downstream USB ports, which let you connect your USB devices without needing to reach the ports on your PC. It’s rated for a sufficient 350 nits of brightness and boasts a sleek, curved stand that provides tilt, height and pivot adjustment. 

Samsung/CNET

The Samsung M70B Series is an interesting option because it’s a smart monitor, which means it acts as a TV and a monitor and enables some productivity work without the use of a computer. The Workplace mode lets you access Microsoft 365 on the monitor directly, so you can get work done without switching on a PC.

Asus/CNET

This ProArt display from Asus is perfect if you need something that’s well-suited for graphical design. It has a 27-inch screen with a 3,840×2,160 resolution and an impressive 99% coverage of the DCI-P3 gamut. There is also a solid 96W PD USB-C connection and Vesa Display HDR 400, although it’s important to note that monitor HDR is not as good as TV HDR.

Gigabyte/CNET

The Gigabyte M32U-EK is a 31.5-inch display with a 4K resolution and support for a 144Hz refresh rate. Input ports include USB-C while HDMI and DisplayPort are also present. Designed for gaming first, this monitor can also be used for office work and more and has built-in speakers and support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro.

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