Dell announced the UltraSharp 32 4K QD-OLED Monitor at CES 2026, targeting creative professionals with true 10-bit color, high color accuracy, and advanced calibration features, priced at $2,599.99, but it is more expensive than comparable models like the Asus ProArt OLED, which offers similar or better specs for a lower price.
The article provides a comprehensive guide to choosing a computer monitor in 2025, covering panel types like LED, OLED, and Mini-LED, as well as important features such as resolution, refresh rate, aspect ratio, adjustability, and ports, helping consumers make informed decisions based on their needs and budget.
The Monduo 14-Inch Pro Duo is a well-designed, high-quality dual-screen attachment for 14-inch laptops, offering sharp, bright displays and effective attachment mechanisms, but it is bulky, expensive, and requires multiple cables, making it a niche product best suited for users who need a portable triple-monitor setup on the go.
The KTC H27P3 5K monitor offers a nearly identical resolution to the Apple Studio Display at a fraction of the price, currently available for around $510 during Black Friday sales, making it a highly affordable alternative for high-resolution productivity and color-sensitive work.
The Dell 27 Plus 4K monitor is currently on sale for $228 on Amazon, offering a high-quality IPS panel with 4K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, good color accuracy, and built-in speakers, making it an excellent and affordable choice for work and light creative tasks.
Apple is expected to release a second-generation Pro Display XDR with a built-in camera, likely supporting features like Center Stage and ultra-wide perspectives, along with potential hardware upgrades such as 7K resolution, Thunderbolt 4/5 ports, and embedded Apple silicon.
The Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED ultrawide gaming monitor, originally priced at around $1,300, is now available at a significantly reduced price during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, making it an excellent choice for gamers and tech enthusiasts seeking high-quality display performance at a fraction of the original cost.
LG announced the UltraFine evo 6K monitor (model 32U990A) with Thunderbolt 5 support, featuring a 6,144 x 3,456 Nano IPS Black panel, high color accuracy, and a sleek design, with pre-orders starting September 30 at around $2,000, though regional availability may vary.
The Acer 49-inch EI1 curved gaming monitor is on sale for $799.99 at Amazon, offering 25% off and its best price since last year. It features a 120Hz refresh rate, VESA HDR 400, DCI-P3 94% color gamut, and adjustable stand, making it a great choice for casual gaming, streaming, and creative work, especially for those seeking an immersive experience. The deal is limited-time and significantly cheaper than its usual over $1,000 price.
Corsair's XENEON EDGE is a versatile 14.5-inch LCD touchscreen display designed for system monitoring and multitasking, featuring flexible mounting options, a 2560x720 resolution, multi-touch input, and compatibility with USB-C and HDMI, priced at $249.99 and available via Corsair's webstore.
Samsung's Odyssey 3D monitor offers impressive glasses-free 3D visuals with a high price tag of $2,000, but its limited game support—only 14 titles—makes it difficult to recommend for most gamers despite its advanced display technology and immersive experience.
The MSI MAG 272QP X50 is the first 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor to reach 500Hz, offering significant improvements in brightness, response time, and HDR performance, making it ideal for competitive gaming despite some ongoing panel dimming issues. It is priced at $850 and features a sleek design with extensive calibration and HDR modes, though it lacks a USB hub and KVM switch, with availability expected in late July.
A Reddit user’s $350 racing simulator monitor was destroyed by his young cousin after being placed on an unstable edge of furniture, highlighting the importance of proper setup and supervision to prevent accidents.
LG has announced a 40-inch ultrawide monitor, the UltraFine 40WT95UF, supporting Thunderbolt 5 with a 5K2K resolution, aimed at data-intensive industries like finance and IT, featuring a 120Hz refresh rate, AMD FreeSync Premium, and multiple ports, but its release date and pricing are not yet disclosed.