Choosing a monitor is not an easy thing. To buy a successful device, you need to weigh the pros and cons. Here you should look for not just an inexpensive monitor, but also the desired diagonal, manufacturer, type of matrix and much more. At the same time, the display market is now so huge that it is possible, but difficult to choose a good gaming monitor for little money, because of the variety.
Criteria
Before we look at a couple of popular models, we will find out by what criteria it is necessary to choose them. The first thing a buyer should look at is the size. Depending on the purpose, you should choose a comfortable diagonal display. The next criterion is ergonomics and appearance. This may seem unimportant to some, but to others, on the contrary, paramount.
After we look at the permissions. They can be very diverse, especially when it comes to the latest WQHD and UltraHD models. These are the most popular criteria that a buyer pays attention to. But we must not forget about the parameters of the device. An inexpensive good monitor should still have a high-quality matrix, high viewing angles, moderate contrast, brightness and more.
Diagonal
The selection by this criterion is important for each user. Naturally, the cost will depend on the size of the screen , so if we are considering the budget segment, viewing displays with a diagonal of more than 30 inches does not make sense. In general, the sizes of the simplest screen fluctuate around 18-20 inches. This is a budget option, which is more common in offices. Low price allows you to purchase such devices for employees.
For the mass segment, a monitor with a diagonal of up to 24 inches is ideal. This is a popular option that ordinary users use at home, among these models there are gaming options. 27-inch models no longer belong to the category of low-cost devices.
Reviews still recommend looking at the 24-inch models. Firstly, there are both expensive models of this size and inexpensive monitors. Secondly, the convenience of such dimensions has a positive effect on use. Thirdly, displays usually live more than 10 years, so it’s better to immediately purchase a promising option so as not to change the screen every couple of years.
Design
This criterion may not matter to the user or play an important role. Recently, there are often screens without frames or with a very thin border. It looks fashionable and beautiful. You can consider the available connectors on the monitor, the presence of adjustment buttons, backlight and much more.
Some customers need a screen that is easy to adjust. In this case, its position can be changed in different directions. The display rises, rotates on all four sides, bends, etc.
Resolution
Another equally important parameter is resolution. It all depends on what tasks the monitor for the computer will perform . Inexpensive, you can purchase a device with the standard HD or FullHD. There are also WQHD and UltraHD options. To make the picture look quality, you need to choose a balanced resolution for it relative to the diagonal. If you purchase a monitor at 30 inches, but with HD resolution, the image will be pixel and blurry.
In addition to this parameter, consider the aspect ratio. There are still “square” models on sale that are now very unprofitable to purchase. The most popular ratio is 16: 9. According to reviews, it is convenient for both designers and computer games.
Options
Next, pay attention to the technical specifications. The matrix also affects many indicators, such as contrast, quality, grain, brightness, etc. But you must immediately say that the ideal matrix does not exist. Devices with TN are designed for budget models. This is the easiest and most picky option.
PVA and MVA are a universal matrix for home use monitors. Models with it have a low cost, good speed and good contrast. IPS is an expensive matrix option, which, although it does not realistically transmit a picture, but differs in accurate color reproduction, high contrast. Ideal for photographers and graphic editors.
In addition to the matrix, you can consider the response speed. This option is most important for gamers. Typically, almost all gaming monitors respond with a speed of 1 ms. Another okameymeyrsky parameter - the refresh rate. An inexpensive monitor for games is unlikely to get 144 Hz, although for players this is ideal.
Despite this, if you are a beginner gamer, you can choose a display with 60 Hz. If at the same time you will have a high-quality system, productive, with a good graphics card, then such a refresh rate will be enough.
Models
By 2017, choosing a budget model does not cause difficulties. Similar options are presented by all manufacturers who create this product. So, you can buy inexpensive computer monitors in Moscow, Kiev or Minsk at almost every step. Next, we will consider a couple of popular budget options not only for everyday use, but also for work and entertainment.
Philips
This manufacturer represents a large number of inexpensive models. So, for 111 dollars you can buy 200V4LSB. The budget cost is dictated by the inexpensive TFT TN matrix, the diagonal is only 20 inches, while the response time is 5 ms. For gamers, of course, the option is not the best, but reviews indicate that it is not bad for home use.
223V5LSB - a very similar model, but, as the name implies, received a slightly larger diagonal - 22 inches. 226V4LAB 22-inch monitor that costs you $ 120. All these models practically do not differ in appearance. They have no fashionable frameless design or unimaginable adjustment parameters. But for this cost it’s not worth the wait.
Samsung
Inexpensive monitors are also offered by Samsung. Moreover, a sufficient number of options. LS19F350H is a very compact model with a diagonal of 19 inches. Despite the simplest resolution - 1366x768 pixels, which you can’t boast of much, the company decided to stand out with a good PLS matrix. But in general, according to reviews, the model is most suitable for office employees.
S22F350F is a more advanced version that connects thanks to the convenient HDMI interface. Relative to the previous model, the diagonal has increased to 22 inches. The resolution also improved - 1920x1080 pixels. In this case, only the TN matrix failed, although with such a resolution it looks decent.
But LS22E390HSO stands out among all its appearance. There is an imitation for frameless models. The stand turned out reliable, but sophisticated. This is the best model among the monitored. This is due to both the support of the digital HDMI interface, and the presence of a high-quality PLS matrix, and it complements all the resolution of 1920x1080.
Asus
It is hard to imagine any segment without products from ASUS. An inexpensive monitor in this case is represented by the VX229H model. Despite the seemingly ordinary, at first glance, appearance, the display stands out among all. There is practically no frame on top and sides. Bottom wide panel received functional buttons and company logo. An interesting form and stand for the screen.
Characteristics of this model is average. But the main advantage is the IPS matrix. The mass size of the diagonal - 22 inches is supplemented by a resolution of 1920x1080. The response speed is 5 ms. Of course, an imperfect option for gamers, as the reviews say, but anyway, someone will definitely like it.
Studio
When analyzing low-cost studio monitors, many can present displays for those who work in the studio. But in fact, monitors in this case are speakers that are presented individually. There are many parameters by which the necessary model is selected. But since the choice of this device is limited, in comparison with screens for a computer, then the same models most often appear here.
Yamaha HS50M is a good option, which, according to reviews, is ideal for electronic music, it is desirable to use paired with a subwoofer. The Behringer Truth B1030A is a great speaker to use with a DJ monitor. Therefore, some experts are against the fact that this model fell into the segment of studio monitors.
Mackie MR5 MK2 proved to be a model of the golden mean. A slight frequency imbalance is noticed. The bass proved to be quite good. Pioneer S-DJ50X, thanks to its eminent manufacturer, remains a good budget option. It refers to the initial level, it is recommended for DJs to train in a home studio.