There are so many inexpensive computer monitors on the market today that it’s hard to make a choice due to the abundance of models. Moreover, the price range is very wide. Therefore, it is impossible to say exactly how much the monitor costs, because the price depends on a thousand parameters. This rating contains the best models that are in the low price range. All of them are cheap and good, as evidenced by positive customer reviews.
1st place - AOC E970SWN
The first place in the review of low-cost monitors gets the model AOC E970SWN. Depending on the store, you can buy it for 4200-4300 rubles. So far, this is the cheapest offer on the market, which explains a fairly high demand.
But it is worth noting that the monitor uses the TFT TN matrix, which is now obsolete. It has extremely low viewing angles, and when viewed from an angle, the picture is distorted. In general, the model is not bad: it has a diagonal of 18.5 inches, a resolution of 1366x 7 68, and also WLED-backlight. By the way, many sellers indicate it as a monitor with a 19-inch diagonal, although in fact it is slightly smaller.
Given the low cost, good build quality and parts, we recommend the AOC E970SWN as an inexpensive monitor for your computer. Its only negative is the extremely small viewing angles due to the applied TN matrix.
2nd place - Samsung S20D300NH model
This model can be purchased for 5000 rubles on average, but you can’t say exactly how much the Samsung S20D300NH monitor costs. In one store, its price is 4700 rubles, in another - 5200.
As in the previous monitor, the TFT TN-matrix is also used here, which implies low viewing angles. Otherwise, the parameters are the same, only the screen diagonal is 19.5 inches. We can also single out a short pixel response time (5 ms), which is typical of TN matrices. This is perhaps their only plus.
The build quality and pictures are beyond praise, so the device deservedly takes second place.
3rd place - Viewsonic VA2055Sa
The average price of a monitor is 5300 rubles. This time we have a device with an MVA matrix and WLED backlight. So far, we are in the price category, in which there are no more expensive IPS-matrices.
But pay tribute to the Viewsonic VA2055Sa monitor . It uses a good matrix with large viewing angles (178 degrees horizontally and vertically), a screen diagonal of 19.5 inches, and resolution - FullHD (that is, 1920 x 1080). Moreover, there is a higher brightness of 250 cd / m2, but the response time is extremely long - 16 ms. This means that the monitor is suitable for surfing the Internet or working, but it is impossible to use it for games. Just a picture with active actions in the game will "slow down". We strongly advise against choosing this model if you plan to run games on a computer.
4th place - LG 19M37A
Prices for this model on the Internet vary between 5300-6500 rubles. So you should look more closely at the seller.
How to monitor the LG 19M37A is not at all worth it. Here are the simplest specifications, an inexpensive TN-matrix and WLED-backlight. With a monitor diagonal of 19 inches, it has a classic resolution: 1366 x 768. As an advantage, we again highlight the short pixel response time (5 ms), but this is typical for TN-matrices.
In online stores you can find a lot of good reviews about this model. In particular, buyers are very pleased with the low price and good quality of the monitor itself. Its only possible drawback is heating during operation. The viewing angles are also small, but this is again attributed to the lack of TN technology, and not specifically this monitor.
5th place - NEC AccuSync LCD73V
A simple and square monitor with a 5: 4 format and a resolution of 1280 x 1024, its diagonal is 17 inches, and it is equipped with a TN-matrix. Note that the square format is obsolete, and working with such a monitor is extremely inconvenient, not to mention games.
Its declared characteristics in viewing angles are impressive - 140 and 160 degrees horizontally and vertically, respectively. Judging by the reviews, the model is reliable and efficient, ideal for offices where it makes no sense to buy expensive equipment. After two or three years of use, the housing mounting bolts may loosen. But the problem is solved with a Phillips screwdriver. Given the characteristics, the price of the monitor is quite appropriate.
6th place - Philips 223V5LSB
For this model, sellers will ask for 5400-5700 rubles. This is more expensive than previous monitors, but Philips 223V5LSB has certain advantages. But first, let us single out the TN matrix and all the shortcomings arising from it.
The main advantage is the large FullHD-resolution, which will allow you to watch video in high quality. Anyway, the monitor will be able to play any FullHD-content. Its diagonal is larger compared to all models - 22 inches. In fact, the diagonal is 21.5 inches, but manufacturers prefer to specify exactly 22 inches. There are no more unique features and benefits. The brightness parameters (250 cd / m2) and contrast (1000: 1) are standard.
Customer reviews are mostly positive. Many are satisfied with the high build quality of the device itself and amazing color reproduction. This is the advantage of the monitor, which justifies the higher price. Philips engineers managed to take the outdated TN matrix to a new level and make it possible that even with large viewing angles, color distortions, although not completely absent, are barely noticeable. The picture, to the surprise of users, has become bright and clear, so it is immediately difficult to determine which matrix is used here.
7th place - Viewsonic VA2261-2
5400-5500 rubles - this is the average cost of this inexpensive monitor for a computer. The higher price compared to the models above is justified by its FullHD resolution (1920 x 1080) and a 22-inch diagonal.
However, the model has extremely small viewing angles (90 and 65 degrees horizontally and vertically, respectively). There is enough brightness (200 cd / m2) and contrast (600: 1), a good WLED backlight technology without flicker is implemented.
On the Web, the model receives good reviews due to its low cost and FullHD resolution. This is one of the few monitors, which at a cost of 5.5 thousand has FullHD-resolution and a fairly large diagonal.
8th place - BenQ GL2250
BenQ GL2250 monitor model will cost 5700 rubles. In some stores, the cost of the device is more than 7 thousand rubles, so be careful when choosing a seller. He got the 8th place because of the higher cost in comparison with his competitors, however, he is not inferior to them in characteristics and quality, and even surpasses them in places.
This is a good inexpensive monitor for a computer with the already familiar TN-matrix and WLED-backlight. Unlike the previous model, the viewing angles are much wider here - 170 and 160 degrees horizontally and vertically, respectively. The monitor is good for its money, but users distinguish the following disadvantages: insufficient image contrast, hard and uncomfortable configuration buttons, there is a glare at the edges, there is no DVI cable for connection.
9th place - ASUS VX207NE
This monitor for a computer ASUS VX207NE in one store costs 5500 rubles, in another - 7000 rubles. It is difficult to explain where such a big difference in price comes from, but there is one. Therefore, when choosing, remember that the real cost of the model is around 5500 rubles.
The screen diagonal is 19.5 inches, the resolution is the classic 1366 x 768. Also inside is the usual TN-matrix with extremely low viewing angles (only 90 and 65 degrees horizontally and vertically). The model received 9th place due to good customer reviews. It is reliable, cheap and stylish. It fits perfectly into some office, but as a home monitor it is not recommended for use.
10th place - Acer AL1717Asm
This Acer monitor with a 17-inch screen costs 6,500 rubles. Although the model collects good reviews, it should be noted that it is outdated. All monitors with this diagonal are square, not widescreen and have an aspect ratio of 5: 4.
Specifically, this model with a resolution of 1280 x 1024 is equipped with a standard TN-matrix with a response time of 8 MS. She has a high brightness indicator (300 cd / m2), but not enough contrast (only 500: 1). A distinctive feature is the built-in speakers, which is a relic of the past, and not an actual advantage. Please note that today this monitor is outdated, but in its price category it surpasses many modern models in assembly quality and pictures.
How to choose an inexpensive monitor for your computer?
In the rating, we indicated the budget models that collected positive reviews. All of them have a TN-matrix, which is technologically very inferior to the IPS matrices. However, the presence of an IPS-matrix greatly increases the cost of the screen itself, so when choosing an inexpensive monitor, your class is limited only by TN technology. But if, when choosing, you stumble upon a monitor with an IPS-matrix and at about the same cost as the models with TN technology, then consider yourself lucky.
Also, when choosing, pay attention to the manufacturer. Many unknown Chinese companies are trying to fill the market with state employees who cannot boast of high quality. As a result, things can go so far as the pixels begin to crumble. Give preference to well-known brands: Samsung, Asus, Philips, Dell, etc.
Resolution and screen format is another feature when choosing inexpensive monitors. Always choose a wide screen, because with a square monitor with an aspect ratio of 4: 3 or 5: 4 it will be extremely inconvenient to work. The minimum resolution is 1366 x 768. If the resolution is below this value, then bypass this model as well. Separate pixels will be visible on it, from which the eyes will quickly get tired.
Finally: from time to time browse catalogs of different online stores. Often you can stumble upon favorable discounts and offers. This happens when stores try to quickly sell stale, irrelevant goods.