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School supplies, made easy

The success of your students starts with the right supplies. Whether you’re a parent or caregiver with one or more kids in school, or a teacher responsible for an entire classroom, Staples is a one-stop shop for all the school supplies you need. From writing supplies and paper to school tech and furniture, we have everything on your back-to-school list.

Shop by grade

Staples makes it easy to get exactly what your students need by organizing all the essentials by grade. Shop for preschool supplies like learning toys and rest mats, or elementary school supplies for everything your kids need from kindergarten through 5th grade. Our selection of middle school supplies includes more advanced items like planners and scientific calculators, and you can find everything you need for high school in our high school supplies section. Getting ready for college? From dorm essentials to laptops, get everything you need from our selection of college supplies.

All the essentials for school

Whether you want to shop by subject or are looking for furniture and supplies for learning at home, we’ve got the right selection. Browse classroom essentials including cleaning supplies, storage, classroom décor, snacks, and teacher supplies. For everything from school art supplies to calculators, binders, school backpacks, lunch boxes and more, we’ve got what your students need to succeed.

Take a seat

Whether you’re working from home or outfitting a space for gaming, your comfort is dependent on finding the best chair. At Staples, we provide a broad range of office chairs and seating, so you can find the right fit for you. Select from multifunctional task chairs, computer & desk chairs, drafting stools and more. If you will be using your new chair for multiple hours a day, make sure to get an ergonomic office chair to prevent unnecessary strain.

Comfort, all day long

Office furniture that is the proper size and height makes a big difference. When shopping for chairs, the height of the seat should be adjustable so that the user’s feet can sit flat on the floor with their knees at right angles. Likewise, the accompanying office desk should be at a height where the users’ elbows can sit comfortably at right angles at their sides while typing or writing. Browse our selection to find the combination that’s right for you. If size if a concern, check out our big & tall chairs which can support up to 500lbs.

Game on

If you’re a gamer, you know that a single gaming session can last all day or night. For the best and most comfortable gaming setup, Staples has gaming chairs in colors and styles for everyone. Make sure to match your new chair to an ergonomic gaming desk, the perfect complement for the high-tech gaming computer and accessories you’ve invested in.

Show seasonal allergies who’s boss

If you suffer from seasonal allergies, now is when they are at their worst. Stock up on allergy season’s most important products to keep your home, classroom, and office allergen-free. Start with an air purifier to strip the air of allergens like pollen and pet dander and replace existing air filters for improved air quality. Frequently dust, wipe down hard surfaces, and vacuum carpets and furniture to help eliminate pollen tracked in from outside and dander left behind by pets. When leaving the house, check the pollen count and bring a face mask to help filter the air you breath outside.

No matter what you do, it’s unlikely that the symptoms of seasonal allergies can be avoided entirely. Make sure to have over-the-counter cold and allergy medications on hand to battle symptoms, and stock up on facial tissues so you’ll always have one available when you need them.

Spring (Cleaning) is in the air

Spring cleaning and decluttering is a tradition meant to refresh our spaces for the year ahead. Staples has everything you need to clear out the clutter, store and organize your belongings, and all the right cleaning supplies.

Clear out the clutter

Start by preparing a checklist and make sure you have all the necessary supplies. Use storage bins and a label maker to make sorting and organizing easier. Prepare extra boxes for donations and trash bags for the things you no longer need. Look for decorative boxes & baskets that will compliment your home’s décor and use them to organize. You can also use closet organizers and storage drawers anywhere they are needed.

Start with the basics

An all-purpose cleaner, cleaning brush and microfiber cloths will clean most surfaces. Use a duster to remove unwanted dirt and furniture polish to revitalize wood surfaces. Upgrade your broom, dustpan, wet mop, and vacuum to make cleaning any type of flooring a breeze.

The nitty gritty

Spring cleaning doesn’t stop there. There’s so much you can do to reset your home:

• Improve air quality and eliminate pollen and pet dander with a new air purifier and an air freshener with a scent you love.
• On a sunny day, take the opportunity to clean your windows – you’ll need glass cleaner, a bucket, a squeegee, and paper towels.
• Have a step stool or ladder on hand to access hard-to-reach places like the tops of cabinets and overhead lighting.
• Replace broken light bulbs and check the batteries in your smoke detectors.
• Use drain cleaner to clear up sink and bathtub drains.

Up your printing game with a Supertank Printer

Looking for a printer with more print capacity that’s better for the environment and your wallet? Shop Staples selection of Supertank Printers for all the benefits of an inkjet printer with the convenience and savings of replacement ink bottles that last longer and cost less per page than standard inkjet printer cartridges.

Find a Supertank printer from your favorite top printer brand including:

• HP Smart Tank & Neverstop Printers
• Brother INKVestment Tank Printers
• Canon MegaTank Printers
• Epson EcoTank Printers

And don’t forget to browse Staples Ink and Toner Finder to find the right replacement ink for your new printer. No matter what printer you have, enter the brand, cartridge or printer model into the easy-to-use Ink and Toner Finder, and browse for compatible ink.

Rest assured it arrives safely & securely

Whether you are sending business documents or customer products, shipping and mailroom supplies from Staples make the process seamless.

Keep packing supplies ready for easy shipping. Padded envelopes and bubble mailers are perfect for shipping small, non-fragile items. Pack larger items in shipping boxes that are slightly larger than the item, and use packing peanuts, bubble roll, or other packing materials to keep objects from moving in the box during transport. Choose the right packing tape to ensure your packages will stay sealed. Staples carries clear acrylic packing tape for everyday shipping and reinforced or water activated tape for packages that require a heavier duty seal.

Manage the day-to-day office correspondence smoothly with a wide selection of business envelopes, inter-office envelopes, and catalog envelopes in the mailroom. Have finger pads and envelope moisteners on hand for speedy document collation and a quick seal. Choose security envelopes for confidential office correspondence and inter-office communications. If your office or organization sends out large mailings, consider a paper folding machine and self-sealing envelopes to increase efficiency.

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• Product Information

  Overview

  Premium sound with fine-tuned acoustics and Pure ANC
  

  Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones deliver a premium listening experience with Pure Active Noise Cancelling (Pure ANC). Beats’ Pure ANC actively blocks external noise and uses real-time audio calibration to preserve clarity, range and emotion. They continuously pinpoint external sounds to block while automatically responding to individual fit in real time, optimising sound output to preserve a premium listening experience the way artists intended.

  Driven by the Apple W1 chip
  

  Incorporating the efficient Apple W1 chip brings seamless setup and switching for your Apple devices,* up to 22 hours of battery life for all-day fully-featured playback with Pure ANC on, and Fast Fuel technology for 3 hours of play with a 10-minute charge. Pure ANC-off for low-power mode provides up to 40 hours of battery life.

  Stay connected. Stay in the zone.
  

  Take calls, skip songs, control volume and activate Siri using the convenient multi-function on-ear controls. The Apple W1 chip features Class 1 Bluetooth connectivity — the industry-leading classification for range and signal strength. With best-in-class performance, Beats Studio3 Wireless seamlessly syncs to your devices, so you can easily move about, keep the music going and stay productive all day.

  Designed to fit you
  

  The Beats Studio3 Wireless headphone is designed for long-term comfort to match its impressive battery life of up to 22 hours for all-day play. The soft over-ear cushions feature advanced venting and signature ergonomic pivoting for a custom, flexible fit for any head shape. The holistic design is lightweight, durable and comfortable, so you can get lost in your music.

  *Requires iCloud account and macOS Sierra, iOS 10, watchOS 3 or later

  Highlights

  Pure Active Noise Cancelling (Pure ANC) actively blocks external noise

  Real-time audio calibration preserves a premium listening experience

  Up to 22 hours of battery life enables fully featured all-day wireless playback

  Apple W1 chip for Class 1 Wireless Bluetooth connectivity and battery efficiency

  With Fast Fuel, a 10-minute charge gives 3 hours of play when battery is low

  Pure ANC-off for low-power mode provides up to 40 hours of battery life

  Take calls, control music and activate Siri with multifunction on-ear controls

  Soft over-ear cushions for extended comfort and added noise isolation

  What’s in the Box

  Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones

  Carrying case

  3. 5mm RemoteTalk cable

  Universal USB charging cable (USB-A to USB Micro-B)

  Quick Start Guide 

  Warranty Card

  Tech Specs

  Height: 7.2 in./18.4 cm

  Weight: 9.17 oz./260g

  Other Features: Active Noise Cancelling, Foldable, With Remote and Mic, Inline Volume Control, Noise Isolation, Stereo Bluetooth, Wireless

  Form Factor: Over ear

  Connections: Bluetooth, Wireless

  Bluetooth Compatibility: Bluetooth 4.0

  Power Source: Battery

  Batteries: Rechargeable lithium-ion

  Bluetooth, Adaptive Noise Cancelling (ANC), ANC on/off function , On-board call and music controls, On-board volume control, Noise Isolation, Stereo Bluetooth, Wired playback via RemoteTalk cable, RemoteTalk cable with inline controls, LED Fuel Gauge, Charge via Micro-USB Cable

• Compatibility

  iPhone Models

  • iPhone 14 Pro
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • iPhone 14
  • iPhone 14 Plus
  • iPhone 13 Pro
  • iPhone 13 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13 mini
  • iPhone 13
  • iPhone SE (3rd generation)
  • iPhone 12 Pro
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12 mini
  • iPhone 12
  • iPhone 11 Pro
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone 11
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation)
  • iPhone XS
  • iPhone XS Max
  • iPhone XR
  • iPhone X
  • iPhone 8
  • iPhone 8 Plus
  • iPhone 7
  • iPhone 7 Plus
  • iPhone 6s
  • iPhone 6s Plus
  • iPhone SE (1st generation)

  iPad Models

  • iPad Pro 12. 9-inch (6th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation)
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White Beats Studio Earbuds | Beats by Dre

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White Beats Studio Earbuds

The latest wireless offering from Beats by Dre comes loaded with features for an incredible listening experience. The Beats Studio Buds are totally wireless so you can keep moving. The first earbuds in the Beats line to feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), the Beats Studio Buds are made for people on the go. ANC creates an immersive experience by eliminating outside noise. Sometimes you need to be aware of your surroundings, though—maybe you’re going for a run alone on a new trail. That’s where Transparency mode comes in. It allows outside noise to gently filter in while you’re listening to music so you can hear if someone is coming up behind you. Those who are using these white Beats Studio earbuds while working out will love the custom fit that keeps these compact earbuds in your ears. The Studio Buds are lighter than the Powerbeats Pro so you can wear them for longer periods of time. They also have IPX4 sweat and water resistance to withstand your most intense workouts.

These white Beats Studio earbuds are designed for convenience for an enhanced user experience. If you can’t easily access your phone, you can still control your music. These Beats earbuds have a small button on the outside with the Beats “b” on them for handy controls: press once to play or pause your music, press twice to skip the track, press three times to go back, or press and hold to toggle between Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency, and Off. You can also easily connect to iOS or Android devices thanks to native pairing. Once you connect to your iPhone, you can easily say “Hey Siri” for hands-free control while you’re at the gym or on the train. The white Beats Studio earbuds round out the Beats by Dre offering of wireless headphones.

Key Features

• Custom acoustic platform delivers powerful, balanced sound
• Active Noise Canceling (ANC) blocks external noise for immersive listening
• Easily switch to Transparency mode to hear the world around you
• Simple one-touch pairing for both Apple1 and Android2 devices
• High-quality call performance and voice assistant interaction via dual beam-forming mics
• IPX4-rated sweat and water resistant earbuds3
• Three soft eartip sizes for a stable and comfortable fit while ensuring an optimal acoustic seal
• Up to 8 hours of listening time4 (up to 24 hours combined with pocket-sized charging case)5
• Activate Siri hands-free just by saying “Hey Siri”6
• Industry-leading Class 1 Bluetooth® for extended range and fewer dropouts
• USB-C universal charging

Features

• Driven By Premium Sound
  Beats was born to deliver music as the artist intended. Beats Studio Buds are engineered to deliver powerful, balanced sound in a compact design, through an entirely customized acoustic platform. A proprietary, dual-element diaphragm driver resides within a two-chamber housing, resulting in clear sound with outstanding stereo separation. An advanced digital processor then optimizes audio performance for loudness and clarity, while simultaneously ensuring clean noise-cancellation. The result — immersive sound that pulls the emotion of music from the studio to your ears to keep you going all day long
• Control The Noise
  With two distinct listening modes, you are in total control of your sound. Active Noise Cancelng (ANC) continuously blocks unwanted outside noise using a finely-tuned filter that dynamically adapts to your surroundings. When you need to hear the world around you, switch to Transparency mode at the press of a button. The external-facing microphones mix the sounds of your surroundings back in with your music for a natural, ‘open’ listening experience.
• Power Your Day
  The earbuds have up to 8 hours of listening time1 with two additional charges provided by its pocket-sized charging case.2 That means that Beats Studio Buds give you up to 24 hours of combined playback. With ANC or Transparency mode turned on, you’ll get up to 5 hours of listening time, 15 combined with the case. If you need a little extra juice, 5- minute Fast Fuel charging gives up to 1 hour of playback3 when battery is low. Now that’s wireless freedom.
• Choose Your Fit
  Three soft, silicone eartip sizes (small, medium, or large) give you a customized fit and create an acoustic seal for an even more immersive listening experience. These size options provide comfort, stability, and the confidence of staying put. Beats Studio Buds were made to fit seamlessly into your life with its sleek, compact in-ear design. Its matching charging case offers superior portability with a rounded, slim design that easily fits in your pocket or purse. Even better, the earbuds themselves offer an IPX4 rating for sweat and water resistance.4
• Keep The Connection
  With Class 1 Bluetooth® technology, Beats Studio Buds offer extended wireless range and fewer dropouts. Dual-beam forming microphones target your voice and filter out wind and external noise for high-quality call performance and elevated voice clarity. On-ear controls allow you to manage calls and control music. You’ll also be able to customize the “Press and Hold” function to work for either ANC or your voice assistant.5
• Compatible With Apple And Android
  Beats Studio Buds feature simple one-touch pairing for Apple6 and Android devices7 and easily connect via Bluetooth. With the Beats app for Android, you’ll get features like built-in controls, device status (i.e. battery levels), and firmware updates. With Apple devices, those features are built in to iOS with no app required, and and you can also activate Siri hands-free just by saying “Hey Siri”. 8 And the USB-C charge connector provides a single charging solution across both Apple and Android platforms.

Footnotes:

• 1 Testing conducted by Apple in April 2021 using preproduction Beats Studio Buds and Charging Case units and software paired with iPhone 11 Pro Max units and prerelease software. The playlist consisted of 358 unique audio tracks purchased from the iTunes Store (256-Kbps AAC encoding). Volume was set to 50% and Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency were turned off. Testing consisted of full Beats Studio Buds battery discharge while playing audio until the first Beats Studio Buds stopped playback. With Active Noise Cancellation turned on, listening time was up to 5 hours. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many other factors.
• 2 Testing conducted by Apple in April 2021 using preproduction Beats Studio Buds and Charging Case and software paired with iPhone 11 Pro Max units and prerelease software. The playlist consisted of 358 unique audio tracks purchased from the iTunes Store (256-Kbps AAC encoding). Volume was set to 50% and Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency were turned off. Testing consisted of full Beats Studio Buds battery discharge while playing audio until the first Beats Studio Buds stopped playback. The drained Beats Studio Buds were charged to 100 percent, then audio playback was resumed until the first Beats Studio Buds stopped playback. This cycle was repeated until both the Beats Studio Buds and charging case were fully discharged. With Active Noise Cancellation turned on, listening time was up to 15 hours. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many other factors.
• 3 Testing conducted by Apple in April 2021 using preproduction Beats Studio Buds and Charging Case and software paired with iPhone 11 Pro Max units and prerelease software. The playlist consisted of 358 unique audio tracks purchased from the iTunes Store (256-Kbps AAC encoding). Volume was set to 50% and Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency was turned off. 5-Minute charge testing conducted with drained Beats Studio Buds that were charged for 5 minutes, then audio playback was started until the first Beats Studio Buds stopped playback. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many other factors.
• 4 Beats Studio Buds are sweat and water resistant for non-water sports and exercise. Beats Studio Buds were tested under controlled laboratory conditions, and have a rating of IPX4 under IEC standard 60529. Sweat and water resistance are not permanent conditions and resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge wet Beats Studio Buds; refer to https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209542 for cleaning and drying instructions. The charging case is not sweat or water resistant.
• 5 Press and hold feature customization requires an iPhone running iOS 14.6 or later, or an Android device with the latest version of the Beats app installed.
• 6 One-touch pairing requires iOS 14.6 or later.
• 7 Fast Pair requires location enabled. Full access to features requires an Android 6.0 or newer device with Google Play Service enabled and Google Account.
• 8 Siri may not be available in all languages or in all areas, and features may vary by area. Internet access is required. Cellular data charges may apply.

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£19,990. 00

• Flexible and secure ear hooks
• Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Transparent Mode
• Up to 6 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation on
• Auto play/pause connection with Apple h2 chip

4 colors

Beats Fit Pro

19 990.00 py.

• Flexible and secure ear hooks
• Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Transparent Mode
• Up to 6 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation on
• Auto play/pause connection with Apple h2 chip

4 colors

Beats Fit Pro

19 990.00 py.

• Flexible and secure ear hooks
• Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Transparent Mode
• Up to 6 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation on
• Auto play/pause connection with Apple h2 chip

4 colors

More

Beats Studio Buds

£13,990.00

• Spatial audio support ¹ – for total music immersion
• Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Transparent Mode
• Up to 8 hours of listening time without ANC ²
• One touch pairing with Apple devices ³ and Android ⁴

3 colors

Beats Studio Buds

£13,990. 00

• Spatial audio support ¹ – for total music immersion
• Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Transparent Mode
• Up to 8 hours of listening without ANC ²
• One touch pairing with Apple devices ³ and Android ⁴

3 colors

Beats Studio Buds

£13,990.00

• Spatial audio support ¹ – for total music immersion
• Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Transparent Mode
• Up to 8 hours of listening time without ANC ²
• One touch pairing with Apple devices ³ and Android ⁴

3 colors

More

Beats Flex

£6,490.00

• Magnetic earbuds with autoplay/stop function
• Powerful clear sound
• Up to 12 hours of listening time
• Apple W1 chip and Bluetooth ^® Class 1

4 colors

Beats Flex

£6,490. 00

• Magnetic earbuds with autoplay/stop function
• Powerful clear sound
• Up to 12 hours of listening time
• Apple W1 chip and Bluetooth ^® Class 1

4 colors

Beats Flex

£6,490.00

• Magnetic earbuds with autoplay/stop function
• Powerful clear sound
• Up to 12 hours of listening time
• Apple W1 chip and Bluetooth ^® Class 1

4 colors

More

Powerbeats Pro

18,990.00 py.

• Adjustable ear hooks with secure fit
• Powerful sound thanks to wide dynamic range and noise isolation
• Up to 9 hours of listening time
• Auto play/pause connection with Apple h2 chip

3 colors

Powerbeats Pro

18,990.00 py.

• Adjustable ear hooks with secure fit
• Powerful sound thanks to wide dynamic range and noise isolation
• Up to 9 hours of listening time
• Auto play/pause connection with Apple h2 chip

3 colors

Powerbeats Pro

18,990. 00 py.

• Adjustable ear hooks with secure fit
• Powerful sound thanks to wide dynamic range and noise isolation
• Up to 9 hours of listening time
• Auto play/pause connection with Apple h2 chip

3 colors

More

Wireless headphones with headband

Headband wireless headphones

Wireless headphones with headband

Beats Solo ³ Wireless

14,990.00 py.

• Adjustable headband with soft ear cushions
• Perfectly tuned speaker system and noise isolation for superb clarity and depth of sound
• Up to 40 hours of listening time
• Apple W1 chip and Bluetooth ^® Class 1

3 colors

Beats Solo ³ Wireless

14 990.00 py.

• Adjustable headband with soft ear cushions
• Perfectly tuned speaker system and noise isolation for superb clarity and depth of sound
• Up to 40 hours of listening time
• Apple W1 chip and Bluetooth ^® Class 1

3 colors

Beats Solo ³ Wireless

14,990. 00 py.

• Adjustable headband with soft ear cushions
• Perfectly tuned speaker system and noise isolation for superb clarity and depth of sound
• Up to 40 hours of listening time
• Apple W1 chip and Bluetooth ^® Class 1

3 colors

More

Beats Studio ³ Wireless

27,956.00 py.

• Ergonomic ear cushions with integrated controls
• Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
• Up to 22 hours of listening time
• Apple W1 chip and Bluetooth ^® Class 1

7 colors

Beats Studio ³ Wireless

27,956.00 py.

• Ergonomic ear cushions with integrated controls
• Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
• Up to 22 hours of listening time
• Apple W1 chip and Bluetooth ^® Class 1

7 colors

Beats Studio ³ Wireless

27,956. 00 py.

• Ergonomic ear cushions with integrated controls
• Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
• Up to 22 hours of listening time
• Apple W1 chip and Bluetooth ^® Class 1

7 colors

More

¹ Compatible hardware and software required. Work with compatible content in supported applications. Not all content is available in Dolby Atmos.

² Testing conducted by Apple in April 2021 using preproduction Beats Studio Buds headphones and charging case with pre-release software when paired with an iPhone 11 Pro Max with pre-release software. The playlist contained 358 different audio tracks (256 kbps AAC format) from the iTunes Store. The volume level was set to 50%, Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode were disabled. Testing included completely draining the Beats Studio Buds battery while playing audio before one of the headphones stopped playing. When using active noise reduction, the listening time was up to 5 hours. Battery life may vary depending on device settings, environmental conditions, usage patterns and other factors.

³ One-touch pairing requires iOS 14.6 or later.

⁴ Location transfer must be enabled for Fast Pair to work. Full access to all features requires a device with Android 6.0 or later, active Google Play Services, and a Google account.

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Connect with the world and your favorite music with Beats Flex Wireless Headphones

Connect with the world and your favorite music with Beats Flex Wireless Headphones

Always with you

Magnetic earbuds with autoplay and stop ¹ plays music when you put on your headphones and stops when you take it off.

Share powerful sound

Enjoy balanced bass and distortion-free sound with an enhanced speaker system featuring original multilayer drivers. Use the audio sharing feature to connect another pair of Beats or AirPods ² .

Up to 12 hours of listening time

No more worries about battery life – just 10 minutes of charging gives you 1.5 more hours of music playback with Fast Fuel Technology ³ .

Connection and control

Easy connection with Apple W1 chip ⁴ . Extended signal range and reliable connection with Bluetooth ^® Class 1. Control volume, playback and calls with built-in controls.

Always with you

Magnetic earbuds with auto play and stop ¹ plays music when you put on your headphones and stops when you take it off.

Share powerful sound

Enjoy balanced bass and distortion-free sound with an enhanced speaker system featuring original layered drivers. Use the audio sharing feature to connect another pair of Beats or AirPods ² .

Up to 12 hours of listening time

No more worries about battery life – just 10 minutes of charging gives you 1.5 more hours of music playback with Fast Fuel Technology ³ .

Connection and control

Easy connection with Apple W1 chip ⁴ . Extended signal range and reliable connection with Bluetooth ^® Class 1. Control volume, playback and calls with built-in controls.

Always with you

Magnetic earbuds with auto play and stop ¹ plays music when you put on your headphones and stops when you take it off.

Share powerful sound

Enjoy balanced bass and distortion-free sound with an enhanced speaker system featuring original layered drivers. Use the audio sharing feature to connect another pair of Beats or AirPods ² .

Up to 12 hours of listening time

No more worries about battery life – just 10 minutes of charging gives you 1. 5 more hours of music playback with Fast Fuel Technology ³ .

Connection and control

Easy connection with Apple W1 chip ⁴ . Extended signal range and reliable connection with Bluetooth ^® Class 1. Control volume, playback and calls with built-in controls.

Sound

• Balanced bass and fidelity across the entire frequency range with proprietary speaker system
• Two-piece configuration for excellent mid/high separation, flexible outer layer for high quality bass reproduction

Design

• In-ear headphones
• Magnetic earbuds with autoplay/stop function ¹
• Flex-Form cable provides long-wear comfort with a durable nitinol construction, and four earpiece options for the ultimate fit
• Height: 16 mm / 1.6 cm
• Weight: 18.6 g

Connectivity

• Apple W1 chip ⁴ and Bluetooth technology ^® Class 1 with extended signal range and reliable connection for easy connection to any Apple device
• Simultaneous wireless streaming of audio (songs, podcasts, movie soundtrack) to Beats Flex and another pair of Beats headphones ² or AirPods using Audio Sharing
• If you lose your Beats Flex ^{5. 6} can be found using the Find My app in iOS and play a sound on your headphones or see their position on a map
• Compatible with Android

Power

• Up to 12 hours of listening time ³
• With Fast Fuel technology, just 10 minutes of recharging gives you another 1.5 hours of music playback ³
• USB-C charging cable (included)
• Li-ion battery

Control

• Built-in controls for music, calls and voice assistant
• Built-in noise reduction microphone for clear sound

Package Contents

• Beats Flex

Wireless Headphones

• Nozzles in four sizes
• USB-C charging cable
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty details

Packaging

• Beats Flex packaging is 87% recycled fiber and/or sustainably managed forest wood

Sound

• Balanced bass and fidelity across the entire frequency range with our proprietary

speaker system

• Two-piece configuration for excellent mid/high separation, flexible outer layer for high quality bass reproduction

Design

• In-ear headphones
• Magnetic earbuds with autoplay/stop function ¹
• Flex-Form cable provides long-wear comfort with durable nitinol construction, while four earpiece options provide the ultimate fit for your headphones
• Height: 16 mm / 1. 6 cm
• Weight: 18.6 g

Connectivity

• Apple W1 chip ⁴ and Bluetooth technology ^® Class 1 with extended signal range and reliable connection for easy connection to any Apple device
• Simultaneous wireless streaming of audio (songs, podcasts, movie soundtrack) to Beats Flex and another pair of Beats ² headphones or AirPods using Audio Sharing
• If you lose your Beats Flex ^5.6 can be found using the Find My app in iOS and play a sound on your headphones or see their position on a map
• Compatible with Android

Power

• Up to 12 hours of listening time ³
• With Fast Fuel technology, just 10 minutes of recharging gives you another 1.5 hours of music playback ³
• USB-C charging cable (included)
• Li-ion battery

Control

• Built-in controls for music, calls and voice assistant
• Built-in noise reduction microphone for clear sound

Package Contents

• Beats Flex

Wireless Headphones

• Nozzles in four sizes
• USB-C charging cable
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty details

Packaging

• Beats Flex packaging contains 87% recycled fiber and/or sustainably managed forest wood

Sound

• Balanced bass and fidelity across the entire frequency range with our proprietary

speaker system

• Two-piece configuration for excellent mid/high separation, flexible outer layer for high quality bass reproduction

Design

• In-ear headphones
• Magnetic earbuds with autoplay/stop function ¹
• Flex-Form cable provides long-wear comfort with durable nitinol construction, while four earpiece options provide the ultimate fit for your headphones
• Height: 16 mm / 1. 6 cm
• Weight: 18.6 g

Connectivity

• Apple W1 chip ⁴ and Bluetooth technology ^® Class 1 with extended signal range and reliable connection for easy connection to any Apple device
• Simultaneous wireless streaming of audio (songs, podcasts, movie soundtrack) to Beats Flex and another pair of Beats ² headphones or AirPods using Audio Sharing
• If you lose your Beats Flex ^5.6 can be found using the Find My app in iOS and play a sound on your headphones or see their position on a map
• Compatible with Android

Power

• Up to 12 hours of listening ³
• With Fast Fuel technology, just 10 minutes of recharging gives you another 1.5 hours of music playback ³
• USB-C charging cable (included)
• Li-ion battery

Control

• Built-in controls for music, calls and voice assistant
• Built-in microphone with noise reduction for clear sound

Package Contents

• Beats Flex

Wireless Headphones

• Nozzles in four sizes
• USB-C charging cable
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty details

Packaging

• Beats Flex packaging contains 87% recycled fiber and/or sustainably managed forest wood

¹ Compatible with iOS and iPadOS 14 or later, macOS 11 or later, watchOS 7 or later, and tvOS 14 or later; Android compatibility varies by device.

² Audio sharing supported by Beats Flex, Solo Pro, Powerbeats Pro, Powerbeats, Solo ³ Wireless, Powerbeats ³ Wireless, Beats Studio ^{3 900 89 Wireless, Beats X , AirPods (1 generation or later) and AirPods Pro. Feature available on iPhone 8 or later and iPod touch (7th generation) running the latest version of iOS, and iPad Pro (12.92nd generation or later), iPad Pro (11-inch), iPad Pro (10.5-inch), iPad (5th generation or later), iPad Air (3rd generation), and iPad mini (5-inch generation) with the latest version of iPadOS.}

³ Testing conducted by Apple in August 2020 using pre-production Beats Flex headphones paired with pre-release software iPhone 11 Pro Max units. The playlist contained 358 different audio tracks (256 kbps AAC format) purchased from the iTunes Store. The volume level has been set to 50%. With the Beats Flex battery fully charged, the total listening time before the headphones stopped playing sound was up to 12 hours.

The Best HDMI Cables for Your TV in 2023

Just about every TV you see on store shelves these days features 4K ultra HD resolution, and there is an increasing number of stunning 8K models on the market. And whether you’re hooking up a streaming device or a next-gen console like the Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5, you’ll need an HDMI cable that can support the higher resolutions, frame rates and HDR formats possible with modern content. And fortunately, you won’t have to spend a ton to get solid cable quality with our picks for the best HDMI cable options available in 2023. 

Even the cheapest HDMI cables can handle 4K HDR signals nowadays, so there’s no reason to drop serious cash on one. But even in a level playing field, some cables are slightly better than others. While there are some more expensive options out there, as long as the cable is able to pass the resolution you want, the picture will look the same as any other cable, regardless of price. The only thing you really need to think about is cable length.

With that in mind, we have some recommendations for inexpensive options that should work with any TV and source combination you have… as long as they connect with HDMI. 

Geoffrey Morrison/CNET

So grab your game console, plug in your cable box and fire up your streaming device, computer, cable or satellite box, home theater receiver or DVD, Blu-ray and Ultra HD player. Here are our top picks for the best, most reliable and affordable HDMI cables.

Read more: Best 4K TVs for 2023

Cable recommendations (6 feet): Monoprice or Cable Matters

I used 6-foot (1.8-meter) cables as the example for pricing, but there are plenty of longer and shorter options. You can save some money getting shorter cables, but make sure they’re long enough for you to place your gear where you want. Measure twice, buy once.

Why are these brands considered the best HDMI cable? Because they’re the cheapest ones we trust and they have great warranties. Previously, we also included the Amazon Basics Premium-Certified Braided HDMI Cable, though it has been out of stock for some time.

We don’t specifically review HDMI cables here at CNET, but in our TV test lab we’ve been using inexpensive cables from Amazon and Monoprice for years. All of them have carried hundreds of hours of 4K and HDR video flawlessly, with way more plugging and unplugging than typical cables are subject to. None have failed with compatible devices.

There are cheaper options, but beyond our own experience, our recommendations have great user reviews and have sold HDMI cables for years. They’re also rated to have the bandwidth to handle 4K and HDR content. This is often listed as “18Gbps,” referring to the amount of bandwidth possible, in gigabits per second, with the HDMI 2.0 standard (see below for HDMI 2.1 details).

Other options

Maybe you don’t want a Monoprice or Cable Matters HDMI cord for some reason. We checked a few other large retailers and found cables we liked from each one. Here they are.

Tripp Lite P568-006

$12 at Walmart$12 at Amazon

$12 at Walmart$12 at Amazon

Philips 4-foot High-Speed HDMI Cable

$9 at Target

$9 at Target

Do you really need new cables?

As we mentioned above, just because you’re getting a new TV doesn’t necessarily mean you need new HDMI cables, even if you’re upgrading to something with 4K and HDR. Over short distances, say under 6 feet, just about any recent “high speed HDMI cable” should work fine. “High Speed” is the rating used by HDMI companies to indicate cables that have the bandwidth to handle 1080p and greater video resolutions.

You can think of bandwidth like a pipe. You need to be able to get a lot of “water” through the pipe with 4K and HDR content. A high speed cable needs to be “big” enough to handle it all.

Unfortunately, there’s no way to tell just by looking at a cable whether it’s a high speed HDMI cable that can handle the deluge of data required for 4K and HDR content. Even if it says High Speed on the jacket, that’s not 100 percent useful. A cable can be considered a “high speed HDMI cable” if it passes 1080p, but not be well enough made to handle 4K. The only way to verify it works as high speed HDMI is to test it.

The good thing is, if it works, it works. For example, if you’re sending a 4K HDR signal from your 4K Blu-ray player to your 4K HDR TV and the TV shows a 4K HDR signal, you’re set. It’s not possible to get a better image using a different 4K HDMI cable. That’s not how the technology works.

There are only two “fails” with an HDMI cable. The most likely is you won’t get any signal at all: A blank or flashing screen. First, check that everything’s connected correctly and all your HDMI device settings are correct. 

A closeup view of the HDMI cable failure known as sparkles.

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The only other “fail” mode of HDMI cables is sparkles. This looks like snow on the screen. It can be heavy enough to look like static, like an old TV tuned to a dead channel, or it can be random-but-regular flashes of white pixels. This means you’ll need new cables. 

If the TV is receiving the same resolution you’re sending it (e.g., the TV says it’s 4K HDR when you’re sending 4K HDR), you’re all set. A different cable won’t make that image sharper, brighter or anything else. 

Also remember, if one step in your chain isn’t 4K HDR, nothing is. As in, if you connect a 4K Blu-ray disc player to an old sound bar and then to a 4K TV, you won’t be able to get a 4K signal to the TV. Also, some TVs only have one or two HDMI inputs that are HDMI 2.1 compatible. Check your owner’s manual for that, too. 

What about HDMI 2.1? 

The latest version of HDMI is called 2.1. This is a huge leap forward in terms of bandwidth, capable of up to 8K resolutions and beyond. There are also new cables, called Ultra High Speed, and these can carry 8K signals as well as the popular 4K/120Hz used by the Xbox Series X and others. If you’re into gaming, it’s worth trading up to one of these, and as we found with the Cable Matters cords above, it doesn’t incur much of a price premium.

For more info on that, check out our HDMI 2.1 explainer.

Longer cables?

The vast majority of you will just need an HDMI cable of a few feet/meters to connect your TV to your nearby cable/satellite box, video streamer, 4K Blu-ray player, or game console. Some of you, though, are looking for something with a longer cable length. There are a lot of variables to consider, which we’ll discuss, so we don’t have a simple pick.

In broad strokes, the build and material quality is much more important in a long HDMI cable than short. Over 15 feet there is a much higher chance that a mediocre cable won’t work, or won’t work at the resolution you want. This still doesn’t mean you need to spend a fortune on a long cable, there are plenty of options for roughly the same price per-foot as the ones mentioned above. It does mean that no-name cables might be less likely to work. 

To put it another way, a poorly made 3-foot cable will probably work fine for most people, but a poorly made 15-foot cable probably won’t. With any long-run solution you’re considering, make sure it can handle 4K/60, HDR and so on. Many options can’t. There are three technologies to consider:

Active: An active HDMI cable has a small chip built into the cable that takes a little power from the device’s HDMI connector and uses it to boost the HDMI signal. These cables cost a little extra, but are far more likely to work. A long passive cable might work for you, but it might not. It depends on your gear. Since they’re not significantly more expensive, they’re worth considering for any long run.

Optical: Though a similar technology to the old-school audio interface, HDMI-over-optical is capable of far greater bandwidth. It’s also capable of far greater distances. It’s easy to find options that are over 330 feet. Prices have dropped radically in the last few years, with options available for similar prices per-foot as traditional copper cables. Most don’t even need external power. They work and look just like a thin HDMI cable.

Wireless: You could also skip cables completely and just go wireless. This isn’t quite as simple as it sounds, though. There are far too many considerations to get into here, but a few things to keep in mind: 1) They’re going to cost more than cables; 2) 4K options often only work in-room and can be blocked by anything, including cabinet doors and even people. Though wireless seems like it should be easy for multiple devices in this era of near-ubiquitous Wi-Fi, it’s not. If you’re considering this, definitely do your research before you buy.

Connected thoughts

There are, of course, many other cable options. 

If you want to keep hunting for the best deal, make sure the cable you’re considering is either Premium Certified, says it can do 4K/60, or can handle 18Gbps bandwidth. And it’s an added bonus if it has a great warranty like the Monoprice cables.

Keep in mind there’s no such thing as HDMI cable “versions.” As in, there’s no such thing as an “HDMI 2.0” cable. The version numbers refer to the physical connections in your TV, receiver or sound bar. So your TV and 4K Blu-ray player need to both have HDMI 2.0 to watch HDR content, but the cable connecting them couldn’t care less. It’s just a dumb pipe. 

As long as that pipe is “big” enough, which is to say it has enough bandwidth, you should be good to go. The 18Gbps you’ve seen mentioned here came about with the HDMI 2.0 spec, so if a cable claims it, it’s likely built to handle the additional data that HDMI 2.0 connections can provide. The new Ultra High Speed cables are capable of 48Gbps, but that’s far beyond what any current source can send.

Lastly, if you want to run the cables through a wall, make sure you get HDMI cables specifically made for that. Check your local building codes for the HDMI specification you need.  

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Differences between HDMI cables – what to look for when buying

HDMI cables: how are they different?

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Not all HDMI cables are the same. Apart from different standards, there are some other differences between cables. After buying a new Ultra HD TV, the question arises which HDMI cable will provide the desired quality. We explain their differences and what to look for when buying a cable.

Interesting fact: HDMI Splitter. An HDMI splitter is used when you want to output an HDMI signal from one device to multiple end devices at the same time. For example, you can display an HDMI signal from a Blu-ray player on two different screens in parallel.

Contents:

• What is HDMI?
• What are the technical differences between HDMI cables?
• What should I pay attention to when buying?
• Conclusion

What is HDMI?

HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface and is an interface that has been developed since 2002 for the digital transmission of image and sound. For example, you can connect your Blu-ray player or game console directly to your TV via HDMI to display picture and sound at the same time.

HDMI cables can offer the following benefits for the devices they connect:

• excellent digital signal quality;
• best image quality;
• excellent sound quality, including multi-channel surround sound;
• feedback between devices;
• the ability to connect to various electronic devices of the computer.

This is interesting! What is HDMI ARC? ARC (Audio Return Channel) stands for “Audio Return Channel” and refers to an HDMI connection through which audio can be transmitted and forwarded in both directions.

That’s interesting! HDMI eARC what is it? eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) allows you to transmit the original audio signal in full resolution over the HDMI cable and reproduce the best sound, it has a much higher bandwidth than ARC. eARC is a feature implemented in the latest HDMI 2.1 specification.

What are the technical differences between HDMI cables?

The current version of HDMI is 2.1, however due to the license agreement, HDMI products can no longer be marked with version numbers. The names are now “HDMI Standard”, “HDMI High Speed”, “HDMI Premium High Speed” and, in the latest version, “HDMI Ultra High Speed”. Whether it’s Full HD or HDMI 2.0, our table will help you understand the difference between HDMI versions, as well as the differences between individual cables and HDMI standards:

Name	Version	Speed ​​	Resolution	Color formats	Additions	New functions
HDMI Standard	1. 0	3.96 Gbps	1080p@60Hz	RGB and YCbCr 8 bits each	8 channels (PCM, MPEG, Dolby Digital, DTS)
	1.1	3.96 Gbps	1080p@60Hz	RGB and YCbCr 8 bits each	DVD audio
	1.2	up to 7.92 Gbps	1080p@60Hz	RGB and YCbCr 8 bits each	SACD	CEC (as of version 1.2a)
HDMI High Speed ​​	1.3	8.16 Gbps	1440p@60Hz	RGB and YCbCr with 10/12/16 bits each, xvYCC color space	Dolby Digital Plus, True HD, dts-HD	Lipsync Deep Color
	1.4	8.16 Gbps	4096 x 2160p @ 24Hz 3840 x 2160p @ 30Hz 2560 x 1600p @ 60Hz 1920 x 1080p @ 120Hz	Color space SYCC-601 Color space Adobe RGB Color space Adobe YCC-601	Audio Return Channel (ARC)	HDMI Ethernet Channel (HEC)
HDMI Premium High Speed ​​	2. 0	14.4 Gbps	3840 × 2160p@60Hz 1920 × 1080p@48Hz (3D)	Color space ITU-R BT.2020	Up to 32 channels, Dolby Atmos, eARC (from version 2.0b)	HDR (as of version 2.0a)
HDMI Ultra High Speed ​​	2.1	42⅔ Gbps	7680 × 4320p at 60 Hz 3840 × 2160p at 120 Hz (3D)	RGB with 14-bit subsampling of each color YCbCr 4:2:0 DSC 1.2 video compression	DTS: X	HDR10, Dolby Vision

So, depending on the bit rate, you should use the following HDMI options for HD up to 8K transfer:

• HDMI Standard: Supports transfer rates up to 7.92 Gbps (Gbps), which is sufficient to transmit a high definition (1080p) signal at 60 Hz – i.e. Full HD.
• HDMI High Speed: Supports transfer rates up to 8.16Gbps and supports 4K, 3D or Deep Color
• HDMI Premium High Speed: Supports transfer rates up to 14. 4 Gbps for 4K at 60 Hz. This standard also ensures that the required bandwidth is actually available.
• HDMI Ultra High Speed: 48Gbps maximum throughput. This allows 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 120Hz to be transmitted.

In addition to specifications, there are different types of connectors for HDMI cables. The standard plug is the Type A connector. These are the ones you will most often find on all entertainment devices or laptops. In addition, there is Type C (mini-HDMI) and Type D (micro-HDMI). Like USB plugs, these connectors are smaller than the standard one.

Interesting fact: HDMI(M) and HDMI(F). Male, translated from English, male, denotes a cable plug that is inserted into the device. Female (female), indicates the connector into which the cable is inserted.

What should I pay attention to when buying?

When shopping for a cable, the first thing you should do is compare the specifications and decide which HDMI cable is best for your needs. Our table above will help you with this. If you need an HDMI cable for Ultra HD, Deep Color and Dolby Vision, it hardly makes sense to buy an older, cheaper standard HDMI cable. In this case, you should purchase a super high speed HDMI cable, or at least a cable with HDMI 2.0 or higher. In addition to the name of the cable, the following points are important when buying:

1. Choose the length that suits you best: Longer cables are firstly more expensive and secondly have a negative effect on quality.
2. Find the right connector type: HDMI Type A is the standard for TVs and consoles. And for example, smartphones need type D.
3. The price of a certified cable only affects materials and service life: HDMI cables transmit digital video and audio data using the so-called TMDS technology. Here, two versions of the same data stream are sent on different wires. In this way, transmission errors or failures can be effectively eliminated. The result of this method is that at the end of the signal transmission, either no ideal signal or no signal at all is received. There is no difference in image quality between them.
4. Workmanship: There are, of course, differences in HDMI cables in terms of workmanship. In particular, the plug-to-wire harness transition is often the weak point of many cheap cables, so that cable breaks or other defects occur after a few “kinks”. Poor shielding can cause the signal to be affected by external sources of interference (such as power lines). In the worst case, this can lead to a complete failure of the image or the appearance of visible artifacts in the form of white pixels on the screen.

This is interesting! What does MHL mean in HDMI? MHL stands for “Mobile High-Definition Link”, that is, a portable high-definition connection. This is mainly required for smaller devices such as mobile phones and tablets. Can transfer HD video, sound and charge devices.

Conclusion

The price of expensive HDMI cables is not necessarily unjustified. The picture quality is the same for all cables, but those who need extra-strong cables for flush mounting or outdoor use pay more.

When it comes to choosing where to buy HDMI cables, choose a reliable supplier. AnLan has been a leader in the Russian market since 2007. Reasonable price and European quality is what distinguishes the company’s products from other organizations.

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Spent all your money on upgrading your computer rig and all that is left for your new monitor is $100?

Don’t worry — nowadays, you can get an exquisite monitor under $100.

Check out the top four best gaming monitors under 100 USD available right now as well as everything you need to know about them.

• High contrast ratio
• 100Hz
• VESA mount compatible

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The following displays are the best gaming monitors for 100 dollars or less currently available.

Take note of our guidelines and tips because each monitor is a little bit different and only one is the perfect fit for you.

We will help you make sure that the monitor you pick has the right panel type, response time speed and other features for you.

If you want to view our changelogs for this particular buying guide, you can do so at the end of this article.

The Pros:

• Wide viewing angles
• FreeSync and MBR up to 100Hz
• Slim design

The Cons:

• No VESA mount compatibility
• Tilt-only design
• No audio jack

About The Monitor

The Acer SB242Y EBI is the most cost-efficient and one of the best monitors for gaming under 100 USD.

It features a 23.8-inch 1080p IPS display for a vibrant and crisp image quality while the quick 4ms response time, 100Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync guarantee smooth performance.

Image Quality

A 24″ sized monitor is the biggest screen you can get under $100, which is perfectly fine considering that the Full HD 1920×1080 resolution looks great on this screen size with a pixel density of 92.56 PPI (pixels per inch).

In contrast, 1080p resolution on a 27″ monitor has a pixel density of only 81 PPI, which results in more pixelated image quality and smudgy details.

Next, the Acer SB242Y EBI uses an IPS panel with 178° wide viewing angles, ensuring that the image remains the same regardless of the angle you’re looking at it.

There are no gamma/saturation shifts and the colors are consistent with ~95% sRGB color space coverage, making the monitor suitable for basic color-critical work.

As expected from an IPS panel display, there is some IPS glow, which is characterized as visible glowing around the corners of the screen that changes in intensity depending on the angle you’re looking at the screen.

IPS glow is manageable as it’s mostly visible when displaying dark content with high brightness settings in a dark room.

Another drawback of IPS technology is the mediocre contrast ratio of 1,000:1, which results in somewhat grayish blacks in comparison to VA panels with a contrast ratio of around 3,000:1.

VA monitors have other drawbacks, including a slower response time and narrower viewing angles.

Features

The 100Hz refresh rate provides you with a noticeable boost in motion clarity in comparison to 60Hz and 75Hz displays. In fact, the difference between 100Hz and 60Hz is more noticeable than the difference between 100Hz and 144Hz!

Besides getting a more responsive gaming experience, just moving your cursor around and scrolling web pages will feel a lot smoother too thanks to 100Hz.

If you have a FreeSync-compatible AMD graphics card, you will be able to use the full potential of the monitor. AMD FreeSync synchronizes the display’s refresh rate with the GPU’s frame rate and allows the monitor’s refresh rate to change dynamically.

As a result, all screen tearing and stuttering are gone for good up to 100FPS.

In case you have an NVIDIA card, you will still be able to use the monitor up to 100Hz, but not the dynamic refresh rate technology as the SB242Y doesn’t have a DisplayPort input (nor does any sub-$100 monitor).

The monitor also offers additional gaming features, including Black Boost (increases visibility in dark games), Motion Blur Reduction, various picture presets and a refresh rate tracker.

Design & Connectivity

The Acer SB242Y EBI boasts a slim design with ultra-thin bezels making it an ideal choice for multi-monitor setups as well. Connectivity includes one HDMI 1.4 input and one VGA port; for FreeSync, you will need to use the HDMI port.

Alas, the monitor is not VESA mount compatible and the stand is tilt-only.

Alternatives

If you want a 24″ 1080p IPS monitor with a VESA mount compatible design, you’ll have to spend a bit over $100 for the ASUS VA24DQ (or one of its alternatives mentioned in the review), but it has a lower 75Hz refresh rate. In that case, you should check out our best monitors under $150 guide.

The Pros:

• High contrast ratio
• FreeSync and MBR up to 100Hz
• Slim design
• VESA mount compatible

The Cons:

• Tilt-only design
• No audio jack

About The Monitor

The Acer KC242Y Hbi is similar to the SB242Y EBI model, except that it has a VA panel instead of IPS, and a VESA mount compatible design.

Image Quality

Here’s the deal: thanks to its superior static contrast ratio of 3,000:1 as opposed to 1,000:1 of IPS monitors, blacks will be notably deeper, thus providing you with more vivid details in shadows. On top of that, there’s no IPS glow, making for a more immersive viewing experience in dark rooms.

Now, the viewing angles aren’t quite as good as they are on IPS panel displays as there are some minor gamma/saturation shifts, but they are still pretty good nonetheless — much better than that of any TN monitor.

The monitor also supports AMD FreeSync over HDMI up to 100Hz for tear-free gameplay and has the same features as the SB242Y, including MBR, Black Boost, picture presets, etc.

Another disadvantage of VA panels, at least in this price range, is the slower pixel response time speed, which results in more ghosting behind fast-moving objects, particularly in darker scenes, but most users will find it tolerable.

In the end, choosing between an IPS and a VA monitor comes down to personal preference.

Design & Connectivity

The Acer KC242Y Hbi features a slim design. The stand is tilt-only by -5°/15°, but you can mount the screen via the 75x75mm VESA pattern.

Connectivity options include one VGA port and one HDMI 1.4 port.

Alternatives

In case the KC242Y Hbi is not available, check out the Acer EK241Y Hbi (VESA mount compatible) and the Acer SB242Y Hbi (not VESA mount compatible) with the same specifications.

If you want a smaller monitor, consider the Acer SB222Q Hbi with a 21.5″ 1080p 100Hz VA panel (not VESA mount compatible) and the Philips 221V8LN with a 75Hz refresh rate and VESA mount compatible design.

You can sometimes find the Viotek GFV22CB with a 22″ 1080p VA panel and a 144Hz refresh rate for ~$100.

The Pros:

• High contrast ratio
• FreeSync up to 75Hz
• Slim design with a curved and VESA mount compatible screen
• Headphone jack, built-in speakers

The Cons:

• Tilt-only design

About The Monitor

You can even get a curved monitor under $100, the Sceptre C248W-1920RNT!

Image Quality

The Sceptre C248W-1920RNT has a VA panel, so you get the same deep blacks as you would with the Acer KC242Y Hbi. Sadly, it has a lower 75Hz refresh rate, therefore, motion clarity won’t be as smooth.

It supports FreeSync over HDMI, but with a more limited 48-75Hz range, meaning that variable refresh rate won’t work below 48FPS.

Design & Connectivity

The screen has a steep 1500R curvature for added immersion, the stand is tilt-only, but you can mount the display via the 100x100mm VESA pattern.

Connectivity options include two HDMI 1.4 ports, VGA, a headphone jack and an audio line-in port for the speakers if you’re using VGA.

Alternatives

If you want a curved monitor, we highly recommend investing a bit more in the AOC C24G1A. It has an ergonomic stand, a wider color gamut and a high 165Hz refresh rate – it can be found on sale for as low as $120.

Conclusion

What’s the bottom line?

Overall, we find that most users will be most satisfied with the Acer KC242Y Hbi thanks to its 100Hz, VESA mount compatible design and high contrast ratio.

If you’d rather have wider viewing angles than deep blacks, get the Acer SB242Y EBI instead.

In case you want a curved monitor, the Sceptre C248W-1920RNT is a decent option for the price, but we highly recommend investing a bit more in the AOC C24G1A.

For gamers, we highly recommend investing a bit more in a 144Hz gaming monitor, which can be found for under $150.

Still not sure which monitor to purchase? Leave us a question below and we’ll gladly help you out!

Updates +

• June 6, 2023:
  – Added the Acer SB242Y EBI, the Acer KC242Y Hbi and the Sceptre C248W-1920RNT.
  – Removed the Acer SB220Q and the Aopen 22SA2Q and 24SA2Y models.
• January 18, 2023:
  – Added the Aopen 22SA2Q and 24SA2Y.
  – Removed the AOC 22V2H, the Philips 226E9 and the Aopen 22CV1Q.
• November 24, 2022:
  – Checked up on the guide to ensure that our picks are still the best options available.
• November 24, 2021:
  – Checked up on the guide to ensure that our picks are still the best options available.

Best Gaming Monitors Under $100 in 2023

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Final Word

Gaming monitors are starting to fall in price thanks to the arrival of new tech, meaning you can get a fantastic gaming monitor for under $100 right now.

For individuals that reside in the lower end of the budget spectrum, the best gaming monitor under $100 is the perfect place to start your display search. Mind you, if you fancy spending a little more you can always check out our top monitor picks under $150 too.

Whilst sub $100 monitors do fall short of the mark in terms of gaming, that doesn’t mean they’re beneath your consideration. There are plenty of options in today’s market that provide adequate colors, refresh rates, and response times – making them perfectly acceptable for both console and PC gaming.

In this guide, we’ll be taking a look at the best gaming monitors under $100 the market has to offer. Let’s take a look at what’s out there.

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How We Choose

Whether we’re reviewing the best gaming monitors under $100 or the best GPUs on the market, choosing the right hardware can always be a tricky task.

It requires hours of product research, performance benchmarking, and reviewing user feedback to get anywhere close to a definitive conclusion on what to recommend.

If you aren’t tech-savvy and struggle to put the time aside to go through the above requirements, you may end up purchasing a gaming monitor that isn’t right for you.

Fear not though, friends! Here at WePC, we like to take the stress of research away, and transform the whole process into an easy-to-follow, complete buyers guide. That’s right, our team of PC enthusiasts has done all the hard work for you!

How We Test

Testing the products we recommend is a huge part of the overall selection process in our best of guides. It’s a way to make sure what we recommend is, without a doubt, the best option in its specific category.

To be sure a gaming monitor is “the best,” it must show excellent performance in our tests, and display better qualities and features than the competition it faces.

Most of the products we recommend here at WePC have gone through a strict testing process that involves everything from the price and performance, to build quality, efficiency, and aesthetics. Each product is pushed to the limit to see how it performs under intense stress to make sure it warrants our coveted top spot.

Doing this enables us to provide you with the most accurate review of how the product performs and, ultimately, whether it’s worth your hard-earned cash.

Things To Consider

No matter what you are purchasing there are always going to be key things to consider to ensure you get the right product for your needs. Whether the product is a gaming monitor under $100 or a new gaming mouse, it is crucial to understand what makes each model the best, so you don’t waste your hard-earned cash.

Below, we are going to go over a few key factors for you to take into consideration before buying a new gaming monitor. This will help you in the selection process and ultimately make sure you walk away with the best product for your specific needs.

Refresh Rates

A monitors refresh rate is highly important to gamers. The rate is measured in hertz and is a way of seeing how fast a monitor can refresh the image on the screen. Refresh rates vary from 60Hz all the way up to 240Hz and beyond but when dealing with gaming monitors under $100, the vast majority are running at 60Hz.

60Hz is ideal for everyday usage and not favored among gamers but when we have strict budgets there are always going to be compromises and refresh rates are one of these. 60Hz is fine for competitive gaming, although most competitive players would consider this too low. That being said if you enjoy single-player games, this refresh rate is going to be better suited to you.

Screen Resolution

A screens resolution can have a direct impact on your PC’s performance but when dealing with monitors under $100, they are often going to be 1080p. 1080p full HD monitors are the kings of budget gaming monitors, with 1440p and 4K options out of reach. If you have a high-end gaming PC, buying a budget sub-$100 gaming monitor with 1080p resolution is considered a waste as you could be getting much more out of your hardware.

We understand not everyone has extra money to spare on extravagant monitor upgrades but you should definitely consider going for monitors over at least $150, to get more use out of them and of course, more enjoyment.

Panel Types

There are many different types of panel technologies, with most modern monitors being manufactured using TFT-LCD (thin-film transistor-liquid crystal display) technology. Each different technology has its own pros and cons and perform differently in specific scenarios. Some types are more responsive, while others are better for wide viewing angles and color reproduction.

The main panel types are TN (twisted nematic), VA (vertical alignment), and IPS (in-plane switching). To better understand the positives and negatives take a look at the table below.

Consider Refurbished Monitors

The main reason to consider a refurbished product is simply down to cash. you’re going to get really good deals on used displays, a number of which will be better than either of the options that we’ve offered above and you can still take advantage of a gaming monitor that comes under $100!

While it may be a tough sell for many to buy monitors that aren’t brand new, compromising with refurbished monitors on a budget can often pay off by granting you access to higher refresh rates, lower response times and lower prices for acceptable 1080p monitors.

Where To Buy

If you’re in the market for refurbished monitors, some places to check out are Microcenter and BenQDirect. These outlets provide the best deals you’ll find on refurbished monitors, with BenQDirect offering high-end BenQ monitors with a 1-year warranty.

For those more familiar with Amazon you can see a wide range of refurbished stock for multiple different monitor options. Simply find the product you want and click on ‘Used & New’ to see the various buying options and graded stock.

What To Look For

When shopping for refurbished monitors, try to find ones with better specs than new monitors in the same price range. If you’re settling for refurbished, you should get something to compensate for that even if it is just a lower price.

One thing to look for is a 144Hz refresh rate. This will make your games feel smoother and more responsive than they would otherwise.

Another thing to look for is 1ms response times. These are surprisingly common for refurbs under $100 and will minimize input latency between you and your monitor. Do bear in mind gaming still feels responsive up to 5ms but you would expect a better quality of panel for this compromise like IPS.

Other things you may appreciate from a refurb are 24 inch+ monitor sizes, more adjustable features, or just a monitor that is visually pleasing on the eye.

Issues To Look For

Buying refurbs is normally fine and covered under warranty for any on-arrival problems. Used monitors, however, typically have at least a few issues. From tiny to most severe, here’s what to look out for:

• Mild Cosmetic Damage – Mild scratches to the bezels and screen, or a dirty screen. These can be ignored or cleaned, respectively.
• Dead Pixels – Dead pixels refer to pixels that are stuck on one color, like white, and do not change in accordance with the rest of the screen. Typically there will only be one or two dead pixels on a screen since it’s a manufacturing defect, and while it can mostly be ignored it can drive you crazy if you pay attention to it.
• Backlight Bleed – Backlight bleed occurs when either a backlight is too powerful, or other parts of the monitor are starting to fail. This will result in weird differences in brightness on different sections of the screen, especially noticeable in dark rooms.
• Flickering – Flickering is a common reality of CRT monitors, but it can happen to LCD monitors too. Not only is flickering annoying, but in the long-term, it can cause headaches or nausea to those who are particularly sensitive to it.
• Burn-In – When an image is simply burned into the screen. Usually manifests as an afterimage on the screen, most often seen in common taskbar locations at the top, bottom or sides of a display.
• Major Damage – Cracks in the screen, loose power connectors, etc. If you notice any of these issues, do not buy.

What to expect when buying a gaming monitor under $100

With the average price of gaming monitors starting to fall, we’ll be looking at the realistic expectations of buying a monitor under $100.

At this price point, you’ll struggle to find a monitor with high-end specifications.

That said, you’ll still be able to get 100Hz (maybe 144Hz on sale) refresh rates and 1ms response times.

You can also expect a 1080p FHD screen resolution and 24-inch screen – with HDR rare at this price point.

Build materials will likely be of lower quality, with stand adjustments limited.

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Best gaming monitor under $100: in-depth reviews

Size

21.5”

Refresh Rate

75Hz

Response Time

1ms

Panel

IPS

Resolution

1920 x 1080

How We Review

Pros

• Fast response rate
• With Adaptive/FreeSync technology
• IPS display
• Thin bezels
• User friendly OSD

Cons

• Not VESA compatible
• Colour accuracy isn’t the best

The Acer Nitro VG220Q is part of a very affordable range from Acer that will definitely not break the bank. This zero frame gaming monitor boasts an IPS display in full HD with a seriously quick response time of just 1ms. This is an entry-level monitor so for this price you won’t tend to find monitors with all the bells and whistles but you can find the odd bargain that could be perfectly suited to your needs!

The monitors IPS display means you don’t have to worry about viewing angles and you could use this without issues for entertainment but do bear in mind the color accuracy isn’t as good as more expensive options, so if that is an important factor you may want to adjust your budget slightly.

There is little to no movement from the stand on this monitor but it does give you a front and back tilt which is enough to get a good position and you can’t ask for much more at this price point. The design as a whole is quite nice with the ‘zero frame’ feature which is basically just a thin bezel edge. From the picture the red stand didn’t look the most appealing but out of the box it works and looks brilliant on the desk.

This monitor may be slightly over budget but you are getting a high amount of useful gaming features at a very reasonable price. The full HD IPS display for this price could be enough to entice a lot of gamers in but it also features an incredibly low 1ms response time and Freesync making this near-perfect for gamers in the under $100 price range.

Size

21.5”

Refresh Rate

75Hz

Response Time

1ms

Panel

TN

Resolution

1920 x 1080

How We Review

Pros

• Fast response rate
• With Adaptive/FreeSync technology
• DisplayPort connection available
• Thin bezels
• VESA compatible

Cons

• looks like a buget monitor
• Colour accuracy isn’t the best

Like the Acer Nitro monitor, the AOC G2260VWQ6 falls in the same price bracket and shares a similar set of features. This monitor comes just under the desired $100 budget and is a reliable bit of kit for something this cheap. This would be considered an entry-level monitor that boasts a response time of just 1ms.

The monitor features a TN panel type, so the viewing angle may be limited on this monitor but for gaming when you are going to be sat directly in front of the display, it shouldn’t be an issue.

The monitor comes with Freesync out of the box and when paired with the 75Hz refresh rate it makes for some really smooth tear-free gaming experiences. The design is fairly straight forward, with no real points to discuss but it comes with a stand and there is a small amount of red on the bottom bezel. What’s great about this little monitor is that you can take the stand off and mount it to a VESA compatible bracket if you desired, for more elaborate setups.

This monitor may lack those key features that some gamers are after but it ticks the boxes and does it on a budget. That being said you are getting enough useful gaming features at a very reasonable price with anti-blue light and flicker-free technology making this near-perfect for gamers in the under $100 price range.

Size

21.5”

Refresh Rate

75Hz

Response Time

4ms

Panel

IPS

Resolution

1920 x 1080

How We Review

Pros

• FreeSync technology
• IPS display
• Thin bezels
• VESA compatible

Cons

• Average response time
• Not the best colour accuracy

The Acer SB220Q may be the cheapest recommendation we make for the monitors but it’s by no means a slouch. This monitor not only comes way under budget but it sports an IPS display with a reasonable response time of 4ms, which is a good middle ground for a lot of gamers.

This low profile monitor sits at just under $90 and looks and feels like a quality display. The IPS panel may not be the best but in this price category, it’s a welcomed feature to have and it does a fantastic job for gaming. Response times sometimes suffer from this panel type as we see here but anything under 5ms should still be considered as its very hard to notice. It is worth noting if this had a quicker response time then it would probably be a bit higher in the list

You are getting Freesync technology with this monitor too which should be a bare minimum, even in budget monitors these days. The monitors refresh rate is also capable of 75Hz which when you game with Freesync on, it eliminates input lag and any stuttering issues you may face. So the features of this monitor aren’t too bad but the main thing to talk about here is the ultra-thin profile to this, from the side it’s near invisible. The ultra-thin display is great and the thin bezel edge only adds to this sleek design making this one of the more attractive monitors in the under $100 price bracket.

Unfortunately, this isn’t compatible with VESA so you are limited in that regard. Overall for a budget monitor, it has to be taken seriously and thanks to a good amount of features this monitor can please a variety of gamers across the board!

Size

21. 5″

Refresh Rate

60Hz

Response Time

2ms

Panel

TN

Resolution

1920 x 1080

How We Review

Pros

• Low Response time
• Features ViewSonic’s ‘game mode’

Cons

• No Freesync
• TN panel

The next budget-busting monitor on the list is this 22″ from ViewSonic. As Standard, you will be getting ViewSonics ‘game mode’ feature which can enhance colors such as darks whilst in-game. Along with this, you get a fast enough response time of 2ms but it’s a bit disappointing this isn’t 1ms considering the fact it is a TN panel, however, 1 extra millisecond isn’t noticeable.

It is worth noting with this rage of monitors if you have an extra $30 you can afford to grab the 24″ version for those that require a large display for gaming/ television. This monitor may not have the same features as some of the others but ViewSonic produces lots of gaming monitors and its a brand that you can trust. Despite the lack of features, it does have a good enough response time to consider this for competitive gaming and the display is actually quite crisp.

The monitor may not have the best panel type or feature Freesync but it does have built-in speakers and can be used as a multimedia monitor if needed. Although the speakers in these sized/priced monitors are never that good this still has to be considered.

Size

24″

Refresh Rate

75Hz

Response Time

5ms

Panel

TN

Resolution

1920 x 1080

How We Review

Pros

• Biggest screen size out of recommendations
• VESA compatible
• Slim and sleek
• Decent refresh rate

Cons

• No Freesync
• TN panel
• Average response time

Lastly but by no means least is the Sceptre E248W and its 24″ display.

The response time could be quicker seeing as it is a budget TN panel monitor but its not so slow you’d notice all that much anyway. It is worth noting that these Sceptre displays are quite popular budget monitors and their range does vary in price leading to some bargains for those on the hunt for a good deal. You can even pick up the smaller 22″ version of this for under $80 making it one of the best for value available at this size.

This doesn’t feature Freesync or indeed a lightning-fast response time but it does provide a nice display to enjoy games in full HD. It uses a TN panel, which unfortunately isn’t as bright as your IPS panels but this still does a brilliant job.

The design is stylish and the overall look of the monitor is brilliant. It features really thin bezel edges all the way around the screen and it has a very thin profile too which means this monitor wouldn’t look out of place in even the most advanced setups.

This budget pick is for those on a budget looking to get a slightly bigger screen. If you are after anything more than that it may be worth checking out what’s available in the under $150 price bracket but all things considered this is still a solid monitor for the price.

The Best Gaming Monitors Under $100 frequently asked questions

What is the best gaming monitor under $100?

Right now, the Acer VG220Q is one of the best gaming monitors on the market.

It features an entry-level 75Hz refresh rate, 1080p screen resolution, and 21.5″ display size. Better yet, it delivers a smooth gaming experience thanks to its quick 1ms response time – and all for under $100.

What to expect when buying a gaming monitor under $100

With the average price of gaming monitors starting to fall, we’ll be looking at the realistic expectations of buying a monitor under $100.

At this price point, you’ll struggle to find a monitor with high-end specifications.

That said, you’ll still be able to get 100Hz (maybe 144Hz on sale) refresh rates and 1ms response times.

You can also expect a 1080p FHD screen resolution and 24-inch screen – with HDR rare at this price point.

Build materials will likely be of lower quality, with stand adjustments limited.

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Final Word

It is important to know the best gaming monitors under $100 are considered entry-level. If you are in possession of a great system or you are planning on building a decent gaming PC, it may be worth saving for a little longer and going for a better investment. Of course, you can get a lot more for under $300 and even $200 but this may not be exactly what you are looking for so it is worth checking out our best monitor recommendations first!

As far as new monitors go, the Acer VG220Q is the best gaming monitor under $100. It offers a standard size and refresh rate for this price range, however, it is highly responsive and it comes from a reliable manufacturer.

So there you have it, our breakdown of the best gaming monitors for under $100. Have you ever bought an entry-level monitor before? Which model served you well over the years? Head over to the WePC community and share with the ever-growing bunch of gaming enthusiasts!

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Best in 2022: Budget Gaming Monitors | DGL.RU

All this selection can make it hard to find the best budget gaming monitor, especially if you’re not prepared to invest a large fortune in a premium gaming rig. Which of the options is still the best to stay? We’ve rounded up the best budget gaming monitors of 2022.

With technology advancing and exciting new products coming out, you don’t have to pay big bucks for a high-quality monitor anymore. Now you can find a stunning top-tier display at almost any price point. And frankly, now is the best time to become a PC gamer. What is meant by “budget gaming monitor”? It is believed that models costing $400 or less can be called budget. This figure doesn’t seem that huge when you consider that the most advanced gaming monitors cost thousands and even tens of thousands of dollars.

Whether you’re an avid gamer or just starting out, our guide will be a great help in finding the right option for you.

How are they selected?

The selection of the best monitors was based on research and analysis of models from leading brands, as well as the opinions of various critics and gamers.

First of all, you should pay attention to the technical specifications, form factor and special features of the monitor.

Visual quality: To evaluate the visual output quality of each monitor relative to both its price and its competitors, you need to take into account the color gamut, contrast ratio, refresh rate, response time, resolution, screen size, and availability adaptive sync compatibility.

Display type: We looked at each monitor’s display panel type (e.g. twisted nematic [TN], in-plane switching [IPS] or vertical alignment [VA]) and how well each monitor is optimized to handle strong and weaknesses inherent in each category. The twisted nematic (TN) monitors are the cheapest and fastest monitors. They provide fast screen refresh times, but generally do not provide the best color accuracy or picture quality. In-plane switching (IPS) monitors are built with a layer of parallel liquid crystals. These displays provide excellent picture quality and fast refresh times, although typically slower than TN monitors. Vertical alignment (VA) monitors improve upon TN technology, providing higher contrast and richer color depth, especially in shadows. These monitors accurately display dark colors without immediately defaulting to black. However, VA monitors typically sacrifice Hz refresh rates, except at premium prices. VA and IPS monitors offer different approaches to high image quality, while TN monitors prioritize speed and budget prices.

Design: Aesthetics are as important as the previous features, so don’t forget this point on the Acer Nitro VG240Y.

• Best: Samsung 27-inch CRG5 240Hz Curved Gaming Monitor
• Best Budget 1440 Gaming Monitor p : Viotek GFI27DBXA
• Best Budget 4K Gaming Monitor: Asus TUF Gaming VG289Q1A
• Best Ultra Wide Budget Gaming Monitor: MSI Optix MAG301CR2
• Best 1080p Gaming Monitor: Acer Nitro VG240Y

Best : Samsung 27-inch CRG5 240Hz Curved Gaming Monitor

Samsung’s 240Hz Curved Gaming Monitor CRG5 meets all the requirements any gamer could wish for, making it the best of its kind.

Features:

• Dimensions: 9.86 L x 24.26 W x 18.6 H inches
• Size: 27″ curved display
• Display specifications: Adaptive sync compatible, 240 Hz

Pros:

• Super fast refresh rate
  Works with G-Sync
• Outstanding color accuracy
• Gameplay optimization options

Cons:

• Non-adjustable stand
• Slow response time

If you’re a gamer looking for a premium 240Hz display, Samsung’s CRG5 curved gaming monitor is one of the most affordable options.

Its 27-inch VA panel, which is a type of LED display, has a high contrast ratio. The Nvidia graphics card is powerful enough to run at 240Hz. The CRG5 is certified G-Sync compatible, which means it has been extensively tested by Nvidia to ensure that this monitor can support seamless playback.

While the hardware itself doesn’t have any significant extra bells and whistles, it does have several different modes that you can switch to optimize your monitor for whatever game you play. Picture Mode adjusts black levels, contrast, sharpness, and color to match the game’s genre. The low input lag mode reduces delays between your controller or keyboard and the display. There’s also an eye saver mode that minimizes blue light and reduces screen flicker to relieve eye strain.

However, CRG5 also has its drawbacks. One of which is the lack of swivel or height adjustment. Also, its average response time sometimes results in ghosting (visual distortion when a trail of pixels follows moving objects). Still, all things considered, Samsung has gone above and beyond with this, offering high-quality performance at an affordable price for one of the best budget gaming monitors out there.

Best budget 1440p gaming monitor: Viotek GFI27DBXA

The Viotek GFI27DBXA is one of the best 1440p gaming monitors on the market, which is surprising given the price.

Features:

• Dimensions: 24.22 L x 9.65 W x 21.46 H inches
• Size: 27″ display
• Display specifications: Refresh rate 180 Hz

Pros:

• High refresh rate
• Adaptive Timing Compatibility
• Excellent dynamic range with high resolution
• Compatible with G-Sync and FreeSync

Cons:

• Short Power Cord
• Switching input signals

To cut costs, your budget gaming monitor may not have the bells and whistles available in more premium options, especially when it comes to color technology. Contrary to this trend, the Viotek GFI27DBXA is a stunningly colorful quad HD display.

This budget gaming monitor displays over 100 percent sRGB, dramatically enhancing color brightness and contrast in any game you play. It’s also capable of supporting HDR 600 performance, a benchmark that outshines most other HDR monitors in its price range.

It is compatible with both Nvidia’s G-Sync and AMD’s FreeSync and boasts a 180Hz refresh rate, which puts it on par with more expensive models. With a 27-inch display and 1440p resolution, the Viotek GFI27DBXA has enough power to meet the needs of the average gamer. Given the cost, Viotek is the best value for money performance.

However, the monitor is malfunctioning in form factor. Its power cord is on the short side and the stand it comes with is not very high quality. This may be important for those who have pets. Fortunately, the monitor can be wall mounted. Manual input switching is also a challenge, requiring you to navigate through a multi-step menu instead of simply pressing a button on the display bezel, as is common with other monitors.

Best budget 4K gaming monitor: Asus TUF Gaming VG289Q1A

In general, 4K displays don’t come cheap, but Asus has somehow managed to achieve this with their TUF Gaming VG289Q 4K monitor without sacrificing quality.

Features:

• Dimensions: 25.18 L x 18.13 W x 8.42 H inches
• Size: 28″ display
• Display features: 4k ultra-high definition IPS display with excellent color reproduction

Pros:

• HDR 9 support0032
• FreeSync compatible
• Built-in speakers
• Intuitive on-screen display

Cons:

• Moderate refresh rate
• Not suitable for dark rooms

If you’re building a gaming rig on a budget, that doesn’t mean you should overlook the quality of your monitor. The Asus TUF Gaming VG289Q1A 4k gaming monitor isn’t the most powerful 4k display, but you’d be hard pressed to find a better 4k gaming monitor for less than $400. It features top-notch image quality, incredible color accuracy, fast response times, and some nice extras you won’t find on budget monitors, like built-in speakers. This is a solid 4k display and a great option for console gamers.

Its 60Hz refresh rate leaves something to be desired, but it’s the most you can get at this price if you’re looking for 4K resolution. A display with enough power to process thousands of pixels at 120Hz or higher is really expensive. However, this monitor supports adaptive sync and is compatible with both Nvidia and AMD graphics cards, which should keep frame tearing to a minimum in all but the most graphics-intensive games.

Another thing to consider: According to several reviews, this monitor has some of the best black levels of any IPS panel, but you’ll still struggle with backlight loss and glow if you’re gaming in a dark room with the tech alone.

Best Ultra Wide Budget Gaming Monitor: MSI Optix MAG301CR2

MSI Optix MAG301CR2 is the best ultra wide gaming monitor with a stunning display with lightning fast refresh rate.

Features:

• Dimensions: 27.7 L x 11.3 W x 20 H inches
• Size: 30″ curved display
• Display specifications: Refresh rate 200 Hz

Pros:

• High refresh rate
• Frameless
• HDR support
• FreeSync compatible

Cons:

• Slow response time

Not everyone needs a massive monitor for their gaming rig. But once you try playing on an ultra-wide monitor, it’s hard to go back to using anything else. The MSI Optix MAG301CR2 gaming monitor is one of the cheapest displays for its 30-inch size. While not the largest option on the market, the 21:9 aspect ratio and curved display are sufficient for most gamers.

Most budget gaming monitors offer simple features, but this display boasts a few extras such as customizable lighting panels, an adjustable stand, multiple ports, and multiple gaming modes optimized for different genres such as FPS and RPGs.

Its 200Hz refresh rate and FreeSync compatibility provide ultra-smooth visuals. One of the biggest drawbacks of the screen is the slow response time, but this problem is so minor that not even all gamers notice it.

Best 1080p gaming monitor: Acer Nitro VG240Y

Acer’s Nitro VG240Y is a powerful little monitor with a refresh rate and response time that rivals higher-end displays, making it the top 1080p gaming monitor .

Features:

• Dimensions: 21.3 L x 9.4 W x 16.2 H in.
• Size: 23.8″ display
• Display specifications: Refresh rate 144 Hz

Pros:

• High refresh rate
• FreeSync compatible
• Excellent color accuracy
• Small footprint

Cons:

• Fragile, non-adjustable stand
• Not suitable for dark rooms

Acer’s products have a huge following, and it’s not surprising given the price/reliability ratio of the product. Company monitors are no exception. The Nitro VG240Y is powerful enough for the needs of a gamer, boasting an ultra-fast 144Hz refresh rate on par with higher-end displays, and adaptive sync with FreeSync compatibility to reduce input lag and tearing. It measures just under 24 inches, which is a great option for a desktop setup. However, this option is notable for its simplicity, so don’t expect a lot of extra features.

In terms of visuals, its viewing angles and color accuracy are as good as you’d expect from an IPS monitor. IPS monitors use liquid crystal displays that provide excellent image quality. For the same reason, however, you’ll need to use this monitor in a well-lit room to avoid issues specific to these types of panels (such as motion blur).

For the most part, it competes with higher-end displays twice its price, with one exception: its stand. The stand it comes with is on the flimsy side and cannot swivel or adjust in height, belying the monitor’s budget price.

What criteria to consider before buying a gaming monitor

Finding the best budget gaming monitor is not as easy as it might seem at first glance. It will be especially difficult to make a choice for those who are just starting to play computer games and do not quite understand what criteria to look for a monitor by. Here are a few things to know:

PC Power

Choosing the right gaming monitor starts with understanding what’s at the heart of your PC. You may have the best and most expensive monitor on the market, but you may run into graphics issues if you don’t have a processor and graphics card (GPU) with enough power to keep up with it. Adaptive Sync is designed to help in this direction – it automatically adjusts and synchronizes things so that your GPU renders every frame of video as fast as your monitor refreshes the screen image. Whichever monitor you choose, for the best performance, make sure its refresh rate (Hz) is optimized for the frames per second output of your graphics card.

Graphics cards

Many gaming monitors support adaptive sync compatibility, but you will see better performance if you have a graphics card that meets any standard supported by your monitor. There is G-Sync for Nvidia GPUs and FreeSync for AMD GPUs. They each have their pros and cons, but regardless of these advantages, you’ll get more reliable results if you stick to the same ecosystem across devices.

Gameplay type

If you regularly play graphics-intensive games like the latest Call of Duty or Halo Infinite, you’ll need a monitor powerful enough to handle them without tearing. By the same token, if you mostly stick with slower paced games or games with more stylized visuals that don’t strain your GPU, you may not need a superior power monitor. Simply put, first determine your graphic needs.

FAQ

Q: Which monitors are best for gaming?

Some of the best monitor manufacturers include Razer, Asus, Samsung and MCI. They usually boast displays with top-notch color technologies and visuals. Acer offers some solid budget options that can meet the needs of the average gamer. On the other hand, if you’re into competitive gaming, your best bet is to go for a brand used by professionals like BenQ or Alienware. However, their high-performance models will cost a lot.

Q: Do I need a 120Hz refresh rate?

Most gamers don’t really need a 120Hz refresh rate for a video game. The refresh rate is the number of times per second your monitor refreshes the screen image, measured in Hertz (Hz). So, if your monitor’s refresh rate is 120Hz, that means it’s refreshing the screen 120 times per second. Generally, a higher refresh rate results in a smoother display with fewer graphical issues such as lag, which is especially important for competitive online gaming. A high refresh rate is not a prerequisite for the game. Rather, it is a metric that helps determine how smooth your game will be. For casual gaming, you should look for monitors with a minimum refresh rate of 60Hz. If you’re playing competitive or graphics-intensive games, 144Hz is the gold standard. 120 Hz is considered an intermediate link between them.

Q: Is 120Hz good for gaming?

The 120Hz refresh rate isn’t great for gaming, but it’s good and more than adequate for casual gaming. However, by choosing a 144Hz monitor, the current industry benchmark is more likely to protect your display going forward and support a more responsive interface, especially for competitive online gaming.

Question: Can you use any monitor for gaming?

You can technically use any monitor for gaming, but your mileage may vary. Compared to standard monitors, gaming monitors are designed to support higher refresh rates and faster response times, allowing graphics-intensive visuals to be processed quickly. If you’re looking for a casual model, the best computer monitors are optimized for everyday tasks like browsing social media and the Internet, not gaming. As such, they tend to suffer more graphical issues and lag than gaming monitors.

Question: How much does a gaming monitor cost?

Gaming monitor costs run the gamut. The best budget gaming monitors you can find cost around $100, while the most expensive ones cost tens of thousands of dollars. Typically, a budget gaming monitor costs between $200 and $400, while a high-end one will cost you at least a thousand dollars.

Question: What makes a monitor a gaming monitor?

A gaming monitor is essentially a regular computer monitor that has been optimized to handle the graphic-rich visuals you see while playing games. They are designed to make everything that uses your GPU and CPU look its best. A gaming monitor does this by using a higher refresh rate (the rate at which your display is able to refresh the screen image every second) and faster response time (how quickly your display can switch from one color to another).

Which gaming monitor to choose

The best monitor for your gaming rig is one that complements your existing PC without emptying your bank account. The Samsung CRG5 curved gaming monitor is just about everything the average gamer needs. However, if you don’t play graphics-intensive games, then a cheaper option like the Acer Nitro VG240Y is good enough to meet your needs.

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Game monitors

The Monitor is an important part of the system in any computer. Choosing a monitor is very important, because the quality of the image, and therefore the comfort of the tasks performed, will depend on it. Whether it’s a gaming monitor, or a monitor for office work.
More recently, the choice of monitors was small.
The monitors differed little in appearance and had almost the same characteristics without giving a choice.
Now, due to the constant development of technology, everything has changed.
Monitors have become not only the usual means of transmitting information, but also convenient gadgets, with the help of which the performance of work tasks and the gaming process have become more comfortable.

A wide range of specifications allows you to choose the right monitor to solve any problem. Many manufacturers offer monitors that differ in appearance and feature set, which we will write in more detail below.

1. Monitor diagonal.

The first thing you should pay attention to when choosing a monitor is the diagonal.
For work in the office or in a store where there is no need to have a large monitor and work is not associated with complex tables or graphic editors,
suitable for monitors with a diagonal of 19″up to 24″. These are standard monitor sizes that are comfortable to work with for a long time.
If your tasks are related to working in graphic editors, working with large tables and other tasks that involve a large image coverage,
then monitors with a diagonal of 24 “and above are suitable for this, depending on your needs.
For gamers, monitors 24” or larger are suitable.
27″ monitors are often chosen by web designers, photo and video editors, animators and other graphics professionals.

2. Screen matrix type.

There are several popular types of screen matrices: TN, PLS, IPS (SFT), VA (MVA, PVA).
Matrix TN – Twisted Nematic. The advantage of the matrix is ​​that it has a fast response time and the price of monitors with such a matrix is ​​not high.
The disadvantages of the matrix in small viewing angles, poor color reproduction and low contrast.
The PLS matrix is ​​a modified version of the IPS matrix. This matrix was made in order to optimize the response time of the monitor.
Also, monitors with this matrix are cheaper than those with its predecessor, the IPS matrix.
IPS matrix (SFT) – created on the basis of the TN matrix, but radically has better characteristics.
It has fairly large viewing angles, and color reproduction is almost equal to natural colors.
Among the shortcomings, we can note the response time, which has increased significantly in relation to the TN matrix.
Matrix VA (MVA, PVA) – these matrices have low power consumption, large viewing angles and very fast response time.
Matrices of this type have the best contrast.

3. Monitor response time.

An important characteristic is the monitor’s response time.
The unit of this parameter is milliseconds (ms). The shorter the response time of the monitor, the faster the image on the monitor will change.
To be more precise, this is the time during which 1 pixel of the monitor can change.

4. Frame rate.

Each monitor has its own frame rate. unit
frequency measurements are hertz (Hz).
This indicator allows you to understand how many frames the monitor can
show for 1 second of time.
The higher this value, the clearer the monitor image will be.
For normal office everyday tasks, monitors with a frequency of
updates from 60 to 100 Hz.
If you plan to do graphic processing and other things, then
It is better to choose a monitor with a refresh rate of 100 Hz.
Choosing a gaming monitor – you should pay attention to the frequency
frame updates. As practice shows, monitors for games are
monitors with a refresh rate of 144 Hz.