Buying Guide
The Best 1080p Monitors Under $100
Five 24-inch 1080p monitors under $100 at the time of writing, from 100Hz office screens to 200Hz gaming panels, compared on refresh and panel.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read5 products evaluated
Under $100, a 24-inch 1080p monitor can be either a capable gaming screen or a clean office display. Refresh rate is the main split.
We compared five monitors on refresh rate, panel type, colour and inputs, drawing on each listing's stated specifications.
Quick Picks
Which of the 5 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Fastest Refresh
Acer Nitro KG251Q X3The highest refresh rate here (200Hz).
Best for: Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.
Check price for Acer Nitro KG251Q X3 on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Best Inputs
AOC G24B36NHDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 under $80.
Best for: Connecting a PC and a console.
Check price for AOC G24B36N on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Best for Work
LG 24U411A-B99% sRGB with a Reader Mode.
Best for: Study and office work.
Check price for LG 24U411A-B on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Solid Alternative
AOC 24B35H3The 24B35H3 offers 100% sRGB on an IPS panel at 120Hz.
Best for: Buyers who want an ips panel with wide viewing angles.
Check price for AOC 24B35H3 on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Best for Dual Screens
ASUS VA24EHFA frameless IPS design.
Best for: Side-by-side monitor setups.
Check price for ASUS VA24EHF on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The highest refresh rate here (200Hz). | Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most. | Check price for Acer Nitro KG251Q X3 on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 under $80. | Connecting a PC and a console. | Check price for AOC G24B36N on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| 99% sRGB with a Reader Mode. | Study and office work. | Check price for LG 24U411A-B on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| The 24B35H3 offers 100% sRGB on an IPS panel at 120Hz. | Buyers who want an ips panel with wide viewing angles. | Check price for AOC 24B35H3 on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A frameless IPS design. | Side-by-side monitor setups. | Check price for ASUS VA24EHF on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Fastest Refresh1 of 5
Acer Nitro KG251Q X3
The Nitro KG251Q X3 runs 200Hz with FreeSync Premium on a 24.5-inch screen for under $90.
Best for
- Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the G24B36N was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It is the best gaming screen at this price. Its 24.5-inch 1080p panel supports AMD FreeSync Premium to stop tearing. It suits competitive games at high frame rates.
Nothing else here matches its 200Hz refresh rate; the G24B36N comes closest at 180Hz. Nothing else here matches its 24.5 inches screen size; the 24U411A comes closest at 24 inches. You also get a 200Hz refresh rate under $90 at the time of writing.
At 1080p, 200Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older. It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the 24U411A.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 200Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 24.5 inches
- Response
- 0.5ms
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync Premium
Pros
- 200Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- FreeSync Premium to reduce screen tearing
- 200Hz refresh rate under $90 at the time of writing
- Largest screen size of the picks (24.5 inches)
Cons
- Costs more than the G24B36N at the time of writing
Best Inputs2 of 5
AOC G24B36N
The G24B36N runs 180Hz overclocked on a VA panel and includes HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs.
Best for
- Connecting a PC and a console.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: a VA panel that can smear dark transitions.
Why we like it
VA gives good contrast but can smear dark scenes. It has HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 and a headphone output, with Adaptive Sync and HDR support. On refresh rate it sits mid-pack at 180Hz: the KG251Q X3 offers 200Hz, and the VA24EHF comes in at 100Hz.
It matches the VA24EHF on screen size (23.8 inches). A VA panel is unique to it among these picks, while the 24B35H3 uses an IPS panel. It also offers an overclocked 180Hz mode above 144Hz native. At 1080p, 180Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 180Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 23.8 inches
- Panel
- VA
- Response
- 0.5ms
Pros
- 180Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs
- Overclocked 180Hz mode above 144Hz native
- VA panel, the only one here
Cons
- a VA panel that can smear dark transitions
- Refresh rate of 180Hz, behind the KG251Q X3 (200Hz)
Best for Work3 of 5
LG 24U411A-B
The 24U411A offers 99% sRGB colour, HDR10 input and a 120Hz rate.
Best for
- Study and office work.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when hDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification is a problem.
Why we like it
It suits work and casual games alike. Its 24-inch IPS panel has slim bezels on three sides, which suits a multi-monitor row. Full HD at this size keeps text sharp enough for office work.
It matches the 24B35H3 on refresh rate (120Hz). On screen size it ties with the 24B35H3 at 24 inches. Like the 24B35H3 and VA24EHF, it has an IPS panel, while the G24B36N uses a VA panel.
It also offers a Reader Mode for long reading sessions. Another plus: an IPS panel with wide viewing angles. Its price falls between the 24B35H3 and the KG251Q X3, based on our last check.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 120Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 24 inches
- Panel
- IPS
- Response
- 1ms
- HDR
- HDR10
- Color gamut
- 99% sRGB
Pros
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 99% sRGB colour coverage
- Reader Mode for long reading sessions
- Refresh rate of 120Hz, ahead of the VA24EHF
Cons
- HDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification
- Costs more than the G24B36N at the time of writing
Solid Alternative4 of 5
AOC 24B35H3
The 24B35H3 offers 100% sRGB on an IPS panel at 120Hz.
Best for
- Buyers who want an ips panel with wide viewing angles.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the G24B36N was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It is a colour-accurate budget screen. Its 24-inch IPS panel runs at 120Hz with Adaptive Sync, which is smoother than a 60Hz office screen. Wide viewing angles keep colour consistent.
It covers 100% of sRGB with flicker-free backlighting and a low blue light mode. HDMI and VGA inputs plus a headphone jack cover older PCs. Its 84% NTSC coverage gives slightly richer colour than a typical budget office screen.
On refresh rate it ties with the 24U411A at 120Hz. It matches the 24U411A on screen size (24 inches). It shares an IPS panel with the 24U411A and VA24EHF; the G24B36N goes with a VA panel. When we checked, only the VA24EHF and cheaper picks cost less, and the 24U411A cost more.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 120Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 24 inches
- Panel
- IPS
- Color gamut
- 100% sRGB
Pros
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 100% sRGB colour coverage
- Refresh rate of 120Hz, ahead of the VA24EHF
- Screen size of 24 inches, ahead of the G24B36N
Cons
- Costs more than the G24B36N at the time of writing
Best for Dual Screens5 of 5
ASUS VA24EHF
The VA24EHF has a frameless IPS design at 100Hz, which makes it easy to pair two side by side.
Best for
- Side-by-side monitor setups.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when a 100Hz refresh rate that suits work more than fast games is a problem.
Why we like it
It is VESA wall-mountable, and an HDMI cable comes in the box. It is TÜV Rheinland certified flicker-free with a low blue light mode. Its 100Hz refresh rate is the lowest in this group; the KG251Q X3 leads at 200Hz.
On screen size it ties with the G24B36N at 23.8 inches. Like the 24U411A and 24B35H3, it has an IPS panel, while the G24B36N uses a VA panel. It also offers a frameless design suited to dual-monitor setups. Another plus: an IPS panel with wide viewing angles.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 100Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 23.8 inches
- Panel
- IPS
- Response
- 1ms
Pros
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- Frameless design suited to dual-monitor setups
- A frameless IPS design
Cons
- a 100Hz refresh rate that suits work more than fast games
- Refresh rate trails the KG251Q X3 (200Hz)
- Screen size trails the KG251Q X3 (24.5 inches)
How We Chose These 1080p Monitors Under $100
Alex Morgan compared the manufacturer specifications, connectivity, warranty terms and compatibility of every pick. Figures come from the makers unless a third-party source is named; we did not test these products ourselves.
- How these picks were ranked
- We compared five monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel as the makers state them. Nothing was tested in-house; 3 of the 6 fields compared are stated for every pick, while panel and response have gaps.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the KG251Q X3 to the VA24EHF, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The KG251Q X3 gives no panel; the 24B35H3 gives no response.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the G24B36N ($50 to $100) to the KG251Q X3 ($100 to $150).
What to Look for in a 1080p Monitor Under $100
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate across these picks
Across these 5 picks refresh rate spans 100Hz (the VA24EHF) to 200Hz (the KG251Q X3). For less, the G24B36N is the runner-up at 180Hz ($50 to $100 tier).
Screen size
Here screen size runs from 23.8 inches on the VA24EHF to 24.5 inches on the KG251Q X3, a 3% spread. The 24U411A comes second at 24 inches, in the $50 to $100 tier against $100 to $150 for the KG251Q X3.
A large monitor showing a game on a low media unit Response
The KG251Q X3 and the G24B36N list 0.5ms; the 24U411A and the VA24EHF list 1ms. Sort out response before price: it splits 4 stated picks into groups of 2 and 2.
Features beyond the spec table
The 24U411A: a Reader Mode for long reading sessions. The 24B35H3: 100% sRGB colour coverage. The VA24EHF: a frameless design suited to dual-monitor setups.
A gaming monitor on a desk with purple bias lighting How much to spend
$50 to $100 buys the G24B36N, the VA24EHF, the 24B35H3 and the 24U411A; $100 to $150 buys the KG251Q X3 at our last check.
How to Choose a 1080p Monitor Under $100
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most | KG251Q X3 | The highest refresh rate here (200Hz) |
| Connecting a PC and a console | G24B36N | HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 under $80 |
| Study and office work | 24U411A | 99% sRGB with a Reader Mode |
| Side-by-side monitor setups | VA24EHF | A frameless IPS design |
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Key specs side by side
The KG251Q X3 leads on refresh rate at 200Hz, ahead of the G24B36N at 180Hz. "Not listed" marks panel where the KG251Q X3 leaves the figure out.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KG251Q X3 | 200Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 24.5 inches | Not listed |
| G24B36N | 180Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 23.8 inches | VA |
| 24U411A | 120Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 24 inches | IPS |
| 24B35H3 | 120Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 24 inches | IPS |
| VA24EHF | 100Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 23.8 inches | IPS |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the G24B36N, sat in the $50 to $100 tier, 2 tiers in all up to the KG251Q X3 at $100 to $150; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $50 to $100 | G24B36N, VA24EHF, 24B35H3, 24U411A |
| About $100 to $150 | KG251Q X3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the highest refresh rate: the KG251Q X3 or the G24B36N?
The KG251Q X3 tops refresh rate at 200Hz; the G24B36N follows at 180Hz, 11% apart. The VA24EHF closes the ranking at 100Hz.
How does the 24U411A compare with the KG251Q X3 on screen size?
Between the top two, it is 24.5 inches on the KG251Q X3 against 24 inches on the 24U411A, a 2% difference. The spread runs down to the VA24EHF at 23.8 inches.
Is the KG251Q X3 worth paying more than the G24B36N?
The spec sheets show refresh rate (200Hz against 180Hz) and screen size (24.5 inches against 23.8 inches) in its favour. The G24B36N sat in the $50 to $100 tier and the KG251Q X3 in the $100 to $150 tier when we checked, with 3 other picks between them; pay the difference only if refresh rate and screen size decide your purchase.
What makes the 24U411A the Best for Work?
The label rests on 99% sRGB with a Reader Mode. It gives up refresh rate (120Hz against 180Hz) to the G24B36N, the cheapest pick. It is aimed at study and office work.
Do the G24B36N and the 24U411A differ on panel?
The G24B36N uses VA; the 24U411A, the 24B35H3 and the VA24EHF use IPS. The maker of the KG251Q X3 doesn't state panel, so 4 of 5 picks are covered here.
Beyond the specs, what sets the KG251Q X3 and the G24B36N apart?
The KG251Q X3: a 200Hz refresh rate under $90 at the time of writing. The G24B36N: HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs. The 24U411A: a Reader Mode for long reading sessions.
Bottom Line
The Acer Nitro KG251Q X3 is the gaming pick, the AOC G24B36N has the best inputs, and the LG 24U411A-B suits work.
The AOC 24B35H3 and ASUS VA24EHF are good office screens.
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