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The current “sweet spot” for gaming monitors is 27 inches and 1440p resolution, but it’s hard to find one of those below $250. Today, Dell has a refurb model that’s one of the best monitor deals I’ve seen in months, with a color-accurate IPS panel that’s also nice and speedy. It’s going for just $139.99, direct from Dell.
We’ve featured the Dell G2724D before, and even at its regular price it’s one of the best values out there for gaming monitors. Matt Smith gave it an Editors’ Choice award when he reviewed it, noting its great combination of a high-quality IPS screen with 2560×1440 resolution, 165Hz for fast multiplayer gaming, and support for Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync. It’s light on extras—like USB connections—but that just means it’s about as cheap as it gets for a proper gaming display. Fortunately, it has a VESA mount, so it’s great if you want to clear up space with a monitor arm or just add it to an existing multi-monitor setup.
Dell doesn’t have a time limit on this sale, but since it’s a refurbished model, there’s probably some kind of limit on stock availability. I can’t find specific warranty info on this model, but Dell Refurbished says it covers all equipment with a 100-day policy, which is pretty standard. The price is right, so get one while you still can!
See our roundup of the best monitors for other suggestions.
Get a refurbished Dell 1440p 27-inch gaming monitor for $140
Author: Michael Crider, Staff Writer, PCWorld
Michael is a 10-year veteran of technology journalism, covering everything from Apple to ZTE. On PCWorld he’s the resident keyboard nut, always using a new one for a review and building a new mechanical board or expanding his desktop “battlestation” in his off hours. Michael’s previous bylines include Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek, and he’s covered events like CES and Mobile World Congress live. Michael lives in Pennsylvania where he’s always looking forward to his next kayaking trip.