While all the new OLED and mini LED HDR displays are exciting, they’re simply too expensive or not worth the cost for most gamers.
Luckily, KTC has a sale (starting October 9) on their already excellent-value gaming monitors which we’ve reviewed this year.
KTC H24T09P
KTC H24T09P
Best Budget Gaming Monitor
Size: 24″
Panel: IPS
Resolution: 1920×1080
Refresh Rate: 165Hz
Starting off with the KTC H24T09P – if you want the most affordable gaming monitor that doesn’t compromise on performance, this one is for you. It provides you with a wide color gamut and a rapid pixel response time speed with a single overdrive experience!
The stand is a bit fragile though, so you might want to pair it with a third-party VESA desk clamp – even with this added cost, its value is unbeatable at $88.
You can check out our in-depth review here.
KTC H27T22S
KTC H27T22S
Best Budget 1440p Gaming Monitor
Size: 27″
Panel: IPS
Resolution: 2560×1440
Refresh Rate: 180Hz
In case you want a larger display with a higher screen resolution, the KTC H27T22S is the most affordable option without skimping on image quality and performance.
The 2560×1440 QHD resolution provides you with significantly sharper details and more screen real estate in comparison to 1080p, but it’s not nearly as demanding on the GPU as 4K UHD.
You also get a high 180Hz refresh rate and a wide 84% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage (~118% sRGB volume) with smooth VRR performance and well-optimized overdrive!
The main downside is that it has a tilt-only stand, but the screen is VESA mount compatible. It goes on sale for just $144, and you can check out our full review here.
KTC H27T22
KTC H27T22
Best Value 1440p Gaming Monitor
Size: 27″
Panel: IPS
Resolution: 2560×1440
Refresh Rate: 165Hz
The KTC H27T22 is very similar to the H27T22S, except that it has an even wider 95% DCI-P3 color gamut (~141% sRGB) and a higher peak brightness of 488-nits as opposed to 355-nits of the S model.
It also has a fully ergonomic stand, so if you can afford it, it’s definitely worth the extra $16 at just $160 on sale. Check out our full review for more details.
KTC H32S25E
KTC H32S25E
Best 32″ 1440p 240Hz Curved Gaming Monitor
Size: 32″
Panel: VA
Resolution: 2560×1440
Refresh Rate: 240Hz
If you want an even larger display, the KTC H32S25E offers a huge 32″ screen with a steep 1000R curvature for added immersion for only $256.
The best part is that it has a high 240Hz refresh rate yet it’s more affordable than some medium refresh rate (144Hz – 180Hz) models! You also get a wide 90% DCI-P3 color gamut, a high 4000:1 contrast ratio and a decent 350-nit peak brightness!
As expected from a budget VA display, some pixel transitions are weaker in darker scenes and VRR performance is not as smooth as that of IPS panels, so be sure to check out our full review for all the information.
KTC H34S18S
KTC H34S18S
Best Value UltraWide Gaming Monitor
Size: 34″
Panel: VA
Resolution: 3440×1440
Refresh Rate: 165Hz
Are you after something a bit different?
The KTC H34S18S is the best ultrawide gaming monitor on a budget, providing you with a wider field of view in compatible games for extra immersion!
It’s based on a curved VA panel with a high 4000:1 contrast ratio and a wide 91% DCI-P3 color gamut, and it’s available for only $240.
The same response time and VRR performance weaknesses apply here as well due to its VA panel, but most gamers find these drawbacks tolerable or even negligible, especially considering the price.
Check out our KTC H34S18S review for more details.