The Best Computer Monitors under $170
HP VH240a
★ Top Choice
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From $109.99
Features
- COMPATIBILITY — Plug and play for all OS such as Windows & Mac OS for laptop connectivity (NOTE: USB-C/Thunderbolt 3-to-HDMI adapters required for 2016 MacBook Pros or later).
- RESPONSE TIME — 5ms with overdrive for a smooth picture that looks crisp and fluid without motion blur.
- RESPONSIBLY MADE — Save your wallet with an ENERGY STAR certified monitor that meets strict energy-efficiency guidelines and helps reduce your carbon footprint.
- RESOLUTION & PANEL — 23.8-inch Full HD monitor (1920 x 1080p @ 60 Hz) with 16:9 aspect ratio and an anti-glare matte IPS LED-backlit panel (2 million pixels, 16.7 million colors).
- 4-WAY ERGONOMIC VIEWING — 90° rotation for horizontal (landscape) and vertical (portrait) viewing modes, adjustable height and tilt (-5° to 30°), and 178° positional viewing for the best quality at any angle.
- BUILT-IN SPEAKERS — Integrated audio speakers provide great sound for your content (2 watts per channel).
- WARRANTY — One-year limited warranty with 24-hour, 7 days a week web support when shipped from and sold by Amazon (user manuals and drivers included).
- CONNECTIVITY — VGA and HDMI with HDCP support for laptop or multi-monitor setups. INCLUDES: AC power cord, VGA cable, and CD.
- THIN BEZEL-LESS FRAME — A thin and virtually frameless ultra-widescreen monitor provides a seamless multi-monitor set-up with 3-sided narrow bezels.
- VESA MOUNTING — Mount the display on walls or brackets with a 100m VESA mounting pattern (mounting bracket not included).
Pros
- ⊕ Inexpensive.
- ⊕ Set up in minutes.
- ⊕ Great viewing angles.
- ⊕ Standard VESA mount option.
Cons
- ⊖ Limited warranty coverage.
- ⊖ Mediocre color gamut specs.
- ⊖ Large base takes up desk space.
Specs
- Panel type: IPS.
- Processor brand: ARM.
- Aspect ratio: 16:9.
- Viewing angle: 178/178.
- Weight: 10.3 lbs.
- Color gamut: 72% sRGB.
- Brightness: 250 nits.
- Screen size: 23.8 inches.
- Contrast ratio: Up to 1000:1.
- Resolution: Full HD (1920 x 1080).
- Product Dimensions: 8.58 x 21.22 x 19.65 in.
- Pixel pitch: 0.275 x 0.275 mm, 92.55 PPI.
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Acer R240HY bidx 23.8" IPS Widescreen Monitor
♥ Runner Up
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From $129.99
Features
- The Zero Frame design provides maximum visibility of the screen from edge to edge.
- Response time: 4ms, refresh rate: 60Hz, Pixel Pitch: 0. 2745mm. 178 degree wide viewing angle, display colors: 16. 7M.
- No picture visible using the OSD menu, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to their default settings. Brightness is 250 nit. Operating power consumption (energy Star): 25 W.
- Signal inputs: 1 x HDMI, 1 x DVI (withHDCP) & 1 x VGA. Does not support HDCP 2. 2, the version This monitor supports is HDCP 1. 4.
- 23. 8" Full HD IPS widescreen with 1920 x 1080 resolution.
Pros
- ⊕ Nice price.
- ⊕ Low input lag.
- ⊕ Energy efficient.
- ⊕ Great viewing angles.
- ⊕ Minimal 'zero-frame' design.
Cons
- ⊖ Tilt-only stand.
- ⊖ Lacks USB ports.
- ⊖ No VESA mount option.
- ⊖ No DisplayPort input.
- ⊖ HDMI cable not included.
Specs
- Backlight: LED.
- Panel Type: IPS.
- Refresh Rate: 60Hz.
- Aspect ratio: 16:9.
- Weight: 6.4 lbs.
- Response Time: 4ms GTG.
- Brightness: 250 nits.
- Screen Size: 23.8 inches.
- Color Supported: 16.7 million.
- Contrast Ratio: 100,000,000:1.
- Resolution: Full HD (1920 x 1080).
- Product Dimensions: 21.26 x 7.28 x 16.02 in.
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HP 21.5" IPS LED Monitor
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From $161.51
Features
- ADJUSTABLE VIEWING — Adjustable tilt (-5° to 25°) with 178° positional viewing for the best quality at any angle.
- COMPATIBILITY — Plug and play for all OS such as Windows & Mac OS for laptop connectivity and PS4 (NOTE: USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 to HDMI adapters required for 2016 MacBook Pros or later).
- RESPONSIBLY MADE — Save your wallet with an ENERGY STAR certified monitor that meets strict energy-efficiency guidelines and helps reduce your carbon footprint.
- WARRANTY — One-year limited warranty with 24-hour, 7 days a week web support when shipped from and sold by Amazon.
- RESPONSE TIME — 7ms with overdrive and vivid color scheme for a smooth picture that looks crisp and fluid without motion blur.
- VESA MOUNTING — An included VESA mount adapter kit allows you to place the display on swivel arms and walls (VESA mount not included).
- RESOLUTION & PANEL — 21.5-inch Full HD monitor (1920 x 1080p @ 60 Hz) with 16:9 aspect ratio and an anti-glare IPS LED-backlit panel (2 million pixels).
- CONNECTIVITY — Open wedge contemporary design allows easy access to VGA and HDMI with HDCP support for laptop or multi-monitor setups INCLUDES - AC power cord, VGA cable, and power adapter.
- BRIGHTNESS & CONTRAST — 250 nits of brightness, up to 8,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, and up to 1000:1 static contrast ratio.
Pros
- ⊕ Good value.
- ⊕ VGA, HDMI, and HDCP inputs.
Cons
- ⊖ No HDMI cable.
- ⊖ Stand is on the cheap side.
Acer SB220Q bi 21.5-inch Full HD IPS
Best Budget
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From $163.98
Features
- Refresh Rate: 75Hz - Using HDMI port.
- Zero-frame design | ultra-thin | 4ms response time | IPS panel.
- And Radeon free Sync technology. No compatibility for VESA Mount.
- Tilt angle -5 degree to 15 degree. Horizontal viewing angle-178 degree. Vertical viewing angle-178 degree.
- Aspect ratio - 16: 9. Color Supported - 16. 7 million colors. Brightness - 250 nit.
- 21. 5 inches Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen IPS display.
- Ports: 1 x HDMI & 1 x VGA.
- 75 hertz.
Pros
- ⊕ AMD Freesync.
- ⊕ Extreme value.
- ⊕ Excellent value.
- ⊕ Includes FreeSync.
- ⊕ Solid refresh rate.
Cons
- ⊖ No VESA mount.
- ⊖ Low brightness.
- ⊖ Minimal ergonomics.
- ⊖ No option for VESA mount.
Specs
- Platform: Any.
- Ports: None.
- Screen Size: 21.5-inch.
- Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080.
- Connectivity Options: 1 HDMI, 1 VGA.
- Product Dimensions: 15.12 x 19.61 x 8.35 in.