The monitor is an often overlooked piece of PC hardware, even amongst gamers. It is easy to get caught up in graphics card, RAM and CPU upgrades. However, the humble monitor has an important role to play. From screen size, to refresh rates, viewing angles and contrast ratios, there is a lot to consider.
For a comprehensive guide to understanding the tech behind a monitor, and making an informed decision when choosing one for gaming, check out our Guide to Gaming Monitors.
Once you have an idea of what you want, the next step is to make sure you get it at a good price.
Just as we did with our local graphics card comparison last week, we have rounded up the best deals from the best local retailers.
Because there are countless different models from multiple different brands, we chose the cheapest screen in two categories: 22-24 inch, and 25+ inch, as these categories give us an idea of entry level, as well as higher end pricing.
We compared prices from PcInternational, Take2.co.za, Prophecy.co.za, Landmarkpc.co.za, Computersonly.co.za, Syberatic.co.za, Digital Addiction.co.za, Zapsonline.co.za, and Incredible.co.za.
| 22-25 inch | 25+ inch | |
| PcInt | R1516 – LG 23″(1920×1080, 5ms, 30000:1) | R3076 – Samsung 27″(1920×1080, 2ms, 70000:1) |
| Take 2 | R1660 – Samsung 22″(1680×1050,5ms,50000:1) | R3360 – Samsung 27″(1920×1080, 2ms, 70000:1) |
| Prophecy | R1529 – LG 22″ (1680×1050,5ms,1000:1) | R3507 – Samsung 27″(1920×1080, 2ms, 70000:1) |
| Landmark | R1586 – Samsung 23″(1920×1080,5ms,50000:1) | R3323 – Samsung 27″(1920×1080, 2ms, 70000:1) |
| CompOnly | R1299 – LG 22″ (1680×1050,5ms,1000:1) | R4499 – LG 27″ (1920×1080,5ms,50000:1) |
| Syberatic | R1670 – LG 23″ (1920×1080,5ms,30000:1) | R6645 – Samsung 32″ (1366×768,8ms,3000:1) |
| DigitalAd | R1676 – LG 22″(1680×1050,5ms,1000:1) | R3385 – Samsung 25.5″ (1920×1200,5ms,20000:1) |
| Zaps | R1328 – Topview 22″ (1680×1050,5ms,2000:1) | R3323 – Samsung 27″(1920×1080, 2ms, 70000:1) |
| Wootware | R1614 – LG 23″ (1920×1080,5ms,30000:1) | R3322 – Samsung 27″(1920×1080, 2ms, 70000:1) |
| IC* | R1799 – Samsung 23″ (1920×1080,5ms,50000:1) | R2899 – Samsung 27″(1920×1080, 2ms, 70000:1) |
*The online prices are subject to being part of Gaming Inc; Incredible Connection’s recently started gaming club. Joining is free and easy, and these prices include free delivery.
Our pick from the entry level range goes to the full HD 23 inch LG for R1566 at PCInternational.
In the higher end sector, Samsung’s new P2770H is a no-brainer, and for R2899 including free delivery, Incredible Connection’s Game Inc offers excellent value.
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