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The 4 Best 4k Monitors - Black Friday 2024 Updated Sep 11, 2024 at 12:35 pm By Scott James overview 2 comments

4k monitors have grown in popularity in recent years as more models are available and easier to find than in the past. They deliver more details than lower-resolution displays, and most have a high enough pixel density for sharp text, making them ideal for work-related purposes. Besides that, they're versatile for different uses because some also include gaming features like HDMI 2.1 bandwidth that lets you take full advantage of current-gen gaming consoles and modern graphics cards.

Having a high resolution doesn't guarantee good performance, so when looking for a 4k display, it's also important to consider whether the monitor's performance matches what you need it for; for example, it's important to have high peak brightness if you want to use it in a bright office space, and a fast response time is beneficial for gaming. Also, think about your budget, as 4k monitors are available at a variety of price points, with the higher-end models having more features.

We've bought and tested more than 325 monitors, and below are our recommendations for the best monitors with a 4k resolution available. Check out our picks for the best 4k gaming monitors, the best multimedia monitors, and the best 4k 144Hz monitors. If you want a higher resolution, then check out the best 5k monitors.

1. Best 4k Monitor

   Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx 103 PC Gaming 7.7 Console Gaming 8.5 Office 8.7 Editing 8.1 Performance Usages: Brightness 8.8 Response Time 7.9 HDR Picture 7.2 SDR Picture 7.2 Color Accuracy 9.0 Size 27" Pixel Type IPS Max Refresh Rate 160 Hz Native Resolution 3840 x 2160 See all our test results

   The best 4k monitor we've tested is the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx. It's versatile for a number of uses, including office work and gaming. It displays vibrant colors in both SDR and HDR, gets extremely bright in HDR, so highlights truly pop, and fights glare easily. Its 4k resolution and 27-inch screen display very crisp text, and its outstanding ergonomics and wide viewing angles ensure the screen looks consistent no matter where you view it from, and you can easily adjust it.

   Even if you want to use it for content creation, it performs well as it has a very accurate sRGB mode. It also has a decent local dimming feature thanks to its Mini LED backlighting, meaning it displays deep blacks next to bright highlights, which is great for using it in dark rooms. It's also great for gaming because it has a fast response time, HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, and a 160Hz refresh rate. That said, if you want a 4k monitor with an even higher 240Hz refresh rate, the Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 S32BG85 is also a great choice, but it costs a lot more.

   See our review

2. Best Mid-Range 4k Monitor

   Dell U2723QE 26 PC Gaming 6.0 Console Gaming 4.6 Office 8.1 Editing 7.8 Performance Usages: Brightness 7.2 Response Time 4.4 HDR Picture 5.8 SDR Picture 7.1 Color Accuracy 8.7 Size 27" Pixel Type IPS Max Refresh Rate 60 Hz Native Resolution 3840 x 2160 See all our test results

   If you don't need the high-end performance and gaming features of the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx, you can save a bit of money by getting the Dell U2723QE, which tends to cost less. It's different from the Acer because it doesn't have Mini LED backlighting for the same deep blacks and bright highlights, so it doesn't look as good in HDR, but that's the trade-off for getting something cheaper. Instead, it's focused on productivity as it has a massive USB hub with five USB-A ports and three USB-C ports.

   One of the USB-C inputs supports DisplayPort Alt Mode with 90W of power delivery, so you can easily connect a laptop to display an image from it and charge it using a single cable. It also has a KVM switch that makes it easy to switch between different devices and use the same keyboard and mouse. Besides that, it easily gets bright enough to fight glare, which is ideal for most well-lit office spaces. However, it doesn't handle reflections well, so if you want something with better reflection handling, consider the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV, which is similar but lacks a KVM switch.

   See our review

3. Best Lower Mid-Range 4k Monitor

   Gigabyte M27U 46 PC Gaming 7.2 Console Gaming 8.1 Office 8.3 Editing 7.6 Performance Usages: Brightness 8.0 Response Time 7.7 HDR Picture 5.6 SDR Picture 6.3 Color Accuracy 8.7 Size 27" Pixel Type IPS Max Refresh Rate 160 Hz Native Resolution 3840 x 2160 See all our test results

   If you're looking for something with better gaming capabilities than the Dell U2723QE, the Gigabyte M27U is a great option. If you're working in a very bright room, you may even prefer it over the Dell, as it gets brighter and has better reflection handling. Additionally, its HDR colors look as vivid as the Dell's, and it has far better motion handling, so fast-moving objects look crisp. As a result, it works well if you plan to use it for gaming and work.

   It has many of the same productivity features as the Dell, including DisplayPort Alt Mode support, though it's limited to 15W of power delivery. That said, it does fall short of the Dell in a few areas, as it has a smaller USB hub and washes out more from the sides, so it may not work as well in an office environment if you share your screen a lot.

   See our review

4. Best Budget 4k Monitor

   Dell S2721QS 6 PC Gaming 5.9 Console Gaming 4.5 Office 8.5 Editing 7.4 Performance Usages: Brightness 7.2 Response Time 4.7 HDR Picture 4.8 SDR Picture 7.2 Color Accuracy 7.7 Size 27" Pixel Type IPS Max Refresh Rate 60 Hz Native Resolution 3840 x 2160 See all our test results

   If you're looking for the best budget 4k monitor, there are some good options you can choose from, like the Dell S2721QS. Like the Gigabyte M27U, it has sharp text and is bright enough to overcome glare. However, its connectivity is a step down from the Gigabyte, as it lacks a USB hub, so you can't connect any peripherals directly to the monitor or charge your laptop from it. Still, if your laptop or desktop computer has enough USB ports to connect all your devices, you can save money by getting this monitor instead.

   The most significant difference between the two is the Dell's gaming performance. It has far worse motion handling, so fast-moving objects don't look crisp. While it's okay if you play slow-paced games, it's not well suited to playing fast-paced ones. Additionally, its HDR colors also don't look as vivid.

   See our review

Notable Mentions

• Dell U3223QE: The Dell U3223QE is a bigger alternative to the Dell U2723QE with many of the same features. It's a good choice if you want a bigger screen, but it costs more, and colors appear dull in HDR. See our review
• MSI MAG 274UPF: The MSI MAG 274UPF is a competitor of the Gigabyte M27U with many of the same features, and it has higher power delivery. It's worth considering if you can find it available, but it's also hard to find. See our review
• Samsung Odyssey OLED G8/G80SD S32DG80: The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8/G80SD S32DG80 is an excellent premium 4k monitor with better picture quality than the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx, as it has a QD-OLED panel. This means it displays perfect blacks and vivid colors. However, only consider it if you need something mainly for gaming and media consumption, because it risks burn-in with static elements, like if you're using it for productivity. In that case, it's better to go for the Acer. See our review

Recent Updates

1. Sep 11, 2024: Replaced the Dell S2722QC with the Gigabyte M27U as the 'Best Lower Mid-Range' pick, as it has more vivid colors and much better motion handling. In the Notable Mentions, we added the MSI MAG 274UPF and replaced the Dell Alienware AW3225QF with the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8/G80SD S32DG80.

2. Jun 20, 2024: Moved the Gigabyte M27U to the Notable Mentions to reflect current monitor market. Removed the Sony INZONE M9 and the LG 27GR93U-B from the Notable Mentions for consistency with other recommendations.

3. Apr 23, 2024: Confirmed that our selections are consistent and up to date. Added the Dell Alienware AW3225QF as a Notable Mention.

4. Feb 07, 2024: Replaced the Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 S32BG85 with the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx because it's less expensive and performs better in office and media creation. Replaced the Gigabyte M32U with the Gigabyte M27U because it's less expensive and for consistency with other recommendations. Updated Notable Mentions to complement new primary choices better and take recent reviews into account.

5. Dec 06, 2023: Verified that the monitors are still available to purchase, and added the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx to Notable Mentions.

All Reviews

Our recommendations are based on what we think are the best 4k displays that are currently available. They're adapted to be valid for most people in each price range. Rating is based on our review, factoring in price and feedback from our visitors.

If you would prefer to make your own decision, here is the list of all of our 4k monitor reviews. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. Most monitors are good enough to please most people, and the things we fault monitors on are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.