Best monitors on Reddit
201 reviews from r/MacStudio, r/MacOS, r/buildapcmonitors and 39 more subreddits
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#1
Apple
4.4
(34)
"If $1500 is in your budget I don't know why you wouldn't go with the studio display."
"My Apple Studio Display puts my LG UltraFine 5k to shame."
"When it comes to high color accuracy and resolution, Apple Studio Display is the best."
"The best of the best in that budget class is going to be the studio display, pretty much hands down."
"Just get the studio display."
"I bought 2 Apple Studio displays... undoubtedly excellent monitors."
"What other choices are there that fulfill the requirements?"
"This is by far my favorite so far."
"It’s sharp af, goes way brighter than I need it to and the speakers are legit."
"You would adore the studio display."
#2
LG
4.3
(32)
"It is absolutely the best part about playing rocket league at home."
"It has been awesome."
"It’s still an incredible display."
"Makes a phenomenal one, worth every dime."
"No complaints."
"Has improved my workflow massively"
"Awesome that you’re looking to maximize your PS5 setup! Based on your needs, I'd recommend checking out the LG 27GP950-B."
"I’ve been using the LG 27GP950 myself, and it’s been a game-changer."
"Great monitor"
"Just find a good OLED with 120hz."
#3
Dell
4.2
(20)
"Never regretted that over all these years."
"I absolutely love it."
"Super happy with it and it comes with 3yrs warranty that includes panel protection for burn in. I would highly recommend this monitor."
"The Dell blows any other non-OLED monitor out the water. I can't stress how good that monitor is and it's worth every penny."
"The Dell U2724D is a nice 27" 1440p IPS black panel with excellent contrast."
"Dell Ultrasharp series. Vast line, it has 16:9 and 21:9."
"Dell G2724D is 1440p 165hz and you can normally grab it between $300-400."
"Good bang for buck."
"Both are great. Checkout their ultrawide variants for sure."
"There are a plethora of options from Dell and Asus which are just as good."
#4
Samsung
4.1
(10)
"I don’t regret a second."
"I picked up the Samsung Odyssey G5 (27 inches). It’s a VA panel, so the contrast is fantastic."
"1080p is enough for me and that monitor has some pretty good spec for that price. Also the display is awesome."
"Combining the Black Friday deals and education savings."
"5k samsung."
"For a great PS5 monitor, consider the Samsung Odyssey G7."
"If i have a samsung odyssey g7 27 inch. they are curved 1440p, 240hz, and a VA panel."
"It's not color-accurate though, it's more for the aesthetic."
"I got a killer deal on an open box Samsung viewfinity S9 from Best Buy and it’s fine."
"There aren't many options available, the Apple Studio Display, the Samsung Viewfinity S9."
#5
Asus
4.4
(9)
"Asus pa27jcv"
"I'm buying this one! https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1850479-REG/asus_pa27jcv_27_proart_5k_usb_c.html"
"I just got an Asus Proart and I love it!"
"I've had good luck with Gigabyte and Asus IPS monitors in the past."
"Asus has recently introduced the ProArt Display PA27JCV which is a rare options with 5K in 27-inch form."
"The best value is the new asus proart 5k that is probably releasing next week on B and H at $800."
"Asus pro art. I have the PA279CV it’s around that $500 range."
"I've just ordered an Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDP 32 inch OLED for mixed used productivity and gaming."
"Offers a good pixel density at a reasonable price."
#6
Gigabyte
4.4
(7)
"For maximizing the PS5 experience, check out the Gigabyte M32U."
"I have triple Gigabyte 32's g32qc and I love them been running them for 3 years now with no issues."
"I was shocked by the options available for monitors."
"The Gigabyte M27Q is an excellent 27" option with 1440p and 170Hz refresh rate."
"If you’re looking for something more budget-friendly but still want the 4K experience, check out the Gigabyte M28U."
"Can really recommend gigabyte monitors. I‘ve been using their g32qc model (32 inch curved, 1440p, 165hz) for about 6 months now and i couldn‘t be happier."
"Gigabyte M27Q … And LG"
#7
MSI
4.3
(7)
"I bought one of these about 3 weeks ago and couldn't be happier with it."
"I went with 2 MSI G2412's, they work great!"
"If 50k budget, maybe MSI MAG 322UPF??"
"I got the MSI G27CQ4 E2 monitor a few weeks back, it's very cheap for what it is."
"Works well on Mac M*."
"MSI's g272qpf e2 is what I use and I'm generally happy with it."
"You can consider going for the MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2 , pretty solid monitor under 25k"
#8
ASUS
4.1
(7)
"If HDR and low input lag are a must, go for the ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ."
"Asus proart"
"ASUS just released a new 5K monitor that looks real good."
"ASUS makes a 5K display now ProArt Display 5K PA27JCV worth a look."
"I personally use a 32 inch Asus Tuf monitor which is around $400-500."
"ASUS Pro art series is great if you are okay with 60hz."
"Cheapish and very good."
#9
JBL
4.5
(6)
"Absolutely love my JBL 308's. Great bass and super crisp sound."
"I switched from a KVK to the 308 and they are amazing!"
"I just bought used JBL 305p mkii’s and they’re great!"
"Jbl 305p."
"Second hand JBL 305s. There are no new monitors under €200 worth looking at."
"I use JBL 305 just cuz they were on sale at the time."
#10
OLED
5.0
(5)
"OLED monitors like this deliver deeper blacks and higher contrast ratios that regular LED monitors just can’t match."
"Just keep saving until you can afford quality. If you want to upgrade do it right."
"OLED is the future and they're starting to become affordable."
"If you don't have a budget go for oled monitor. You'll never go back to a regular monitor again."
"I use an oled at my work from home+gaming desk."
#11
AOC
4.2
(5)
"I'm using AOC 24G4. 1080p, IPS, 180Hz."
"With that budget, here are some 24in monitor recommendations:
* AOC 24G2SP/24G4E/24G4"
"Had another option which is AOC G27Q4 which is cheaper by USD20+"
"Check out these monitors below: AOC 24G2SP/24G4E/24G4, Asus VG249Q3A, Gigabyte G24F 2, MSI G255F."
"AOC Gaming Q27G2E if 155hz is enough for you."
#12
Kali
4.5
(4)
"Polk XT20 passive
Kali LP UNF active"
"I would absolutely save a bit more and go for the Kali LP-6 second generation."
"I personally went with Kali LP-8v2 but these are more balanced."
"Check out Kali monitors they’re great."
#13
Acer
4.3
(4)
"Picked up this Acer monitor yesterday from scorptec. Crazy value for what it has."
"Pretty good refresh rate on sale next week for $170."
"Acer Nitro XV272U is a solid 144Hz 1440p option."
"Apple Studio Display or Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx."
#14
Yamaha
4.3
(4)
"I'm so happy with them, every day."
"Go with yamaha hs3 or hs5."
"For that price best bet is used Yamahas if you can find them but more realistically JBLs."
"Used Yamaha hs5."
#15
BenQ
3.7
(3)
"Designed for Mac. Benq. https://a.co/d/gxrpcgs"
"Makes some great monitors for half the price you’d pay for an Apple studio."
"If you want to connect more than one device to the monitor... get the BenQ. Otherwise, I would recommend the Apple Studio Display."
#16
AMD
3.3
(3)
"The Ryzen 8500G has a much better integrated GPU, making it suitable for demanding tasks like rendering stock charts."
"The 8500G is also cheaper than the 7600X."
"The iGPU in the Ryzen 7000 CPUs is dreadful."
#17
Adam Audio
4.5
(2)
"Adam Audio, nothing else."
"If you’re on a budget, the new Adam’s are really compact and go down to 45Hz -6dB."
#18
Genelec
4.5
(2)
"Love my Genelecs."
"The Genelec G1 + F1 set sounds fantastic for my computer."
#19
PreSonus
4.5
(2)
"I love my PreSonus Eris 5.....I have been doing production over 20 years, and these guys are amazing."
"Presonus Eris E5, a set goes for around 250 new."
#20
Alienware
4.0
(2)
"Would be significantly better I would think."
"Alienware is plenty fast for gaming."
#21
M27Q
4.0
(2)
"M27Q is very good but look for one with highest refresh if all you play are online games."
"Check M27q"
#22
iLoud
5.0
(1)
"They sound fantastic and are very small!"
#23
EIZO
5.0
(1)
"I work on an old 4K 27 inch Dell P2715Q and I got it for cheap years ago and I love it to death."
#24
Polk
5.0
(1)
"If you can wait for a sale, I would go with Polk XT20s plus a Fosi TB10D amp for 200ish."
#25
Mackie
5.0
(1)
"Mackie HR 626 first generation (used) is a bargain and fantastic for your setup."
#26
Kanto
5.0
(1)
"The difference is astounding."
#27
Kali Audio
5.0
(1)
"The difference is astounding."
#28
Dali
5.0
(1)
"Music and speech sound really good through my speakers."
#29
Denon
5.0
(1)
"This amp has a pair of digital optical inputs, perfect for connecting to my PC and MacBook Pro."
#30
Roadworx
5.0
(1)
"Highly recommend getting stands like these that clamp to the desk."
#31
5.0
(1)
"Snagged a 27 inch Google monitor na QHD for like 4k sa marketplace. Still alive after a year so sulit na siya."
#32
JVC
5.0
(1)
"The JVC models are truly the best. Best image quality, full 4K/120hz support. Native 4K panel."
#33
Standing Desk
5.0
(1)
"Having a standing desk is beneficial for your neck and back!"
#34
Speedwoofer
5.0
(1)
"The difference is astounding."
#35
Mate View
4.0
(1)
"I got a Mate View 28.2, it’s probably not up to standards given what everyone else is saying here."
#36
27" 1440p OLED
4.0
(1)
"If you want a different experience grab one of the 27" 1440p OLEDs (240 or 360 Hz) which have come down as low as $400-500 recently."
#37
Huawei
4.0
(1)
"Happy with it."
#38
Behringer
4.0
(1)
"A lot of bang for the buck, plenty of bass for me DJing drum and bass."
#39
HP
4.0
(1)
"Cheapest I'd go for is the HP Omen 27q, has been pretty cheap recently."
#40
Q Acoustics
4.0
(1)
"They are amazing for small to medium rooms and only sound better with time."
#41
ViewSonic
4.0
(1)
"If resolution ang prio mo, check mo ViewSonic."
#42
CM
4.0
(1)
"Phenomenal out of box accuracy."
#43
XV275KP3biipruzx
4.0
(1)
"I think that XV275KP3biipruzx might be a better option."
#44
Sony
4.0
(1)
"If you’re serious about HDR and gaming quality, check out the Sony Inzone M9."
#45
Xiaomi
4.0
(1)
"The new Xiaomi monitor."
#46
M-Audio
4.0
(1)
"I’ve been very happy with my M-Audio BX5’s."
#47
IK Multimedia
4.0
(1)
"I don't think it gets much better than the IK iLoud micro."
#48
Nvidia
4.0
(1)
"Upgrade to 1440p for a better experience."
#49
Wacom
4.0
(1)
"Not cheap... but good."
#50
Edifier
3.0
(1)
"Edifiers MR4 are closer to studio monitors than R1700s."
#51
Eris
2.0
(1)
"I can't recommend the Eris 3.5. Not having any sound bellow 80hz is a major issue."
#52
R1700s
2.0
(1)
"R1700s are not studio monitors and far from them."
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