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The Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED gaming monitor—our best ultrawide gaming monitor—is now only $649
If you’re waiting for the motherload of monitor deals, you’ve got to check out this offer from Amazon on the Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED gaming monitor. We absolutely adore this monitor and regard it as our best ultrawide gaming monitor, even going so far as to give it a rating of 5/5 stars when reviewing it. Today we’re thrilled to see it drop to a new, all-time low price of just $649 down from its usual $899.
The Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED gaming display features a 34-inch QD-OLED panel with a curvature of 1800R. It has a resolution of 3440 x 1440px paired with a 165Hz refresh rate and super low response time of just .5ms. It covers 99.3% of the DCI-P3 color gamut and is illuminated with a maximum brightness of 250 Nits. It comes with a USB hub for external peripherals as well as a 3.5mm jack for audio devices. There is one HDMI 2.0 port for video input alongside two DisplayPort 1.4 inputs. The purchase is supported by a 3-year warranty from Dell as well as Amazon’s 30-day return policy.
We’re not sure how long this offer will be available, so be sure to check it out over at the Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED gaming monitor product page at Amazon for more details while it’s still in stock.
The Samsung Odyssey G5 WQHD curved gaming monitor is only $299 at Newegg
Samsung’s big WQHD curved monitor, the 34-inch Samsung Odyssey G5 is currently marked down to its lowest price to date. It debuted with a price tag of $549 but right now it’s marked down to just $299 at Newegg as part of an early Cyber Monday promotion. This definitely isn’t your grandma’s gaming monitor—it’s plenty beefy with high-quality specs and an AMD FreeSync Premium certification to back it up.
The Samsung Odyssey G5 features a 34-inch VA panel with a dense, WQHD resolution that measures in at 3440 x 1440px and a curvature of 1000R. It has a short response time of just 1ms and a refresh rate that caps out at 165Hz. It’s AMD FreeSync Premium certified and gets plenty bright with a brightness that reaches 250 Nits. For video input, it has an HDMI 2 port and a DisplayPort 1.4 input. A 3.5mm jack is included for audio support, as well.
Spec | Samsung Odyssey G5 |
Size | 34 |
Panel | VA |
Resolution | 4K UHD, 3440 x 1440px |
Refresh Rate | 165Hz |
Response Time | 1ms |
Video Input | 1x HDMI 2, DP 1.4 |
Curvature | 1000R |
It’s not clear for how long the offer will be made available but you can check it out right now over at the Samsung Odyssey G5 WQHD gaming monitor product page over at Newegg.
This 16:10 productivity boosting 16-inch IPS portable monitor with a kickstand is just $71!
While I love the large OLED TV that I use as a monitor at home, when I’m on the go with my 14-inch laptop, I never feel like I have enough screen real estate. And while I have an older portable monitor that I picked up several years ago, it doesn’t get very bright, and I hate its folding, floppy stand.
So when I saw this large 16-inch IPS screen with a 300-nit brightness rating and a built-in kickstand selling for just $71.99 on Amazon, I ordered one for myself. You might want to consider it, too as portable monitors, especially those with a kickstand, are incredibly versatile and handy devices.
As is often the case with these budget portable monitors, I have never heard of the Veout brand, but it’s hard to argue with specs like 1920 x 1200 resolution, 1200:1 contrast ratio, and 300 nits of brightness at this price. It’s also available in four colors, but the pink and silver models do cost $1-$3 more.
Ports on the left edge are about what you’d expect: Two USB-C, Mini HDMI, audio jack (there are also built-in speakers) and controls for the OSD. The refresh rate is a fixed 60 Hz, so esports gamers may want to look elsewhere, and there’s no mention of response time, so it may not be great for console gamers on the go either.
But considering this screen’s 16:10 aspect ratio, it’s better suited to productivity anyway. That’s primarily what I expect to use mine for when it arrives. And I can’t wait for it to arrive.
Samsung’s Odyssey G50D IPS 27-inch QHD monitor hits an all-time low of $189
Samsung’s Odyssey gaming monitors can be wildly expensive and massive in size, but this mid-range, G50D packs a nice collection of specs (IPS, HDR400, 180 Hz, FreeSync, 1440p resolution), while its 27-inch size will fit on most desks. And at its all-time low price of just $189 at Amazon, it will also fit in most gaming monitor budgets.
Its DisplayHDR rating of 400 means there is enough brightness here for HDR (if barely), and FreeSync support means your gaming will be smooth and tear-free. The 180 Hz rating seems to be native, as there is no mention of overdrive or overclocking, and the 1ms response time should be responsive enough for all but the most serious of esports gamers.
If you’re after a new gaming monitor on a budget and you want a screen from one of the biggest names in the business, the Samsung Odyssey G50D is well worth considering — especially today, when it’s dropped $20 below its previous all-time low price and is available for $189.
This 180Hz 27-inch QHD gaming monitor is just $170 for a limited time
Earlier this summer, we got a chance to review a new gaming monitor from Titan Army. The P27A2R impressed us with its no-frills approach to providing most of what gamers want out of a monitor for not a lot of money.
We praised its $200 MSRP, which provides a lot of bang for the buck, but now the P27A2R is even cheaper. Best Buy currently has the P27A2R on sale for $169.99, which is a $30 savings off its usual asking price. What you get for your money is a 27-inch IPS panel with a 2560 x 1440 resolution and a 180 Hz refresh rate. Of course, the monitor is compatible with AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync, while Titan Army says that the monitor tops out at 300 nits for maximum brightness (we measured 288 nits).
Despite its value-driven price, the picture quality from the P27A2R was colorful, while contrast was good for an IPS panel. We also commended color accuracy that was dialed in straight from the factory and low input lag.
Of course, when we’re talking about a monitor that punches above its weight class but offers a low price tag, there will be some compromises. The build quality is good, but there is some wobble where the monitor attaches to the base. HDR is missing on the monitor, and you won’t find USB ports or internal speakers. The lack of USB ports and speakers isn’t an issue for me as my PC has plenty of ports, and I roll with my own speaker system (your mileage may vary).
With that said, $169 is an excellent price for the P27A2R, so if you’re looking for a well-rounded gaming monitor that doesn’t cost a lot, give it a try.
Read our review of the Titan Army P27A2R here.