4 best 5K monitors on Cyber Monday sales [LG, MSI]
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Key notes
- Planning to purchase a 5K monitor? They offer exceptional clarity and detail for video and photo editors.
- We have compiled a list of the greatest 5K monitors, which includes the famous LG UltraFine Black Friday deal.
- Also, learn highly efficient tips to identify the best monitor for your requirements.
The hunt for high-resolution displays is a never-ending task. While the 8K monitors offer exceptional clarity, the price tag makes even the nerdiest of us think twice before spending a fortune on a debutant technology.
On the other hand, 5K monitors are the closest to 8K resolution displays you can get without burning your pocket.
The 5K monitors offer exceptional clarity and detail for video and photo editors. If you are a gamer, these high-end monitors with excellent refresh rates and brightness help you notice even the smallest details in gaming sessions.
What are some tips to help me pick the best 5K monitor?
First, you should identify your requirements, as to what you need the monitor for. Is it for gaming, work, running high-end video or photo editors, or simply browsing the Internet? Based on that, you will be able to shortlist the ones that work for you.
The next factor to look out for is the size of the monitor. The bigger the size, the better the experience. But, do ensure a good display resolution for optimal picture quality.
Refresh rate also plays a critical role in case you are into gaming. It’s basically the number of times a monitor can change the image on the screen in a given second, and measured in Hertz (Hz). For gaming, look for monitors with 120 Hz or higher refresh rate, while 60 Hz would do for normal use.
Many users these days are going for curved screen monitors since they offer a larger view. Though costly, they are bound to enhance your experience.
With these factors in mind, you can easily identify the monitor that best suits your needs and purchase one.
What are the best 5K monitors on sales?
LG 40WP95C-W 40” UltraWide Curved WUHD
- 40 Inches Curved LED Display
- 75 Refresh Rate
- 5K UHD Ultra Wide 2160p Resolutions
- USB Connectivity
- Amazing color accuracy
- Some report booting problems with certain PCs
This ultra-wide monitor is a great option if you want a quick setup. You can connect it to your device via USB (Type C).
The nano IPS display supports highly realistic graphics and high-fidelity colors.
You can set it up to low blue light to have it lighter on your eyes. The brightness can adjust automatically but you can also tweak it yourself.
All in all, it’s a great, large monitor with amazing refresh rates and a simple, quick setup.
LG 34BK95U-W UltraFine
- Nano IPS Display Impeccable Color
- 5120 x 2160 resolution optimized for video editors, programmers and developers
- Single-cable Thunderbolt 3 connectivity
- The colors could be better
The LG 34BK95U-W UltraFine 34″ 21:9 5K 2K monitor can be connected to a Mac, Apple or Windows PC via a single USB cable.
The monitor supports simultaneous input from two sources while the 5120 x 2160 resolution on offer ensures that even the text on the screen appears as crisp as strokes from a ball pen on paper.
The 34″ UltraWide Nano IPS Display offers adequate brightness for your gaming and editing needs while covering 98% of the DCI-P3 color space.
This LG UltraFine monitor is one of the best Christmas deals you will come across this season.
LG UltraFine 27 5K Monitor
- 27-inch LED lit LCD
- Excellent clarity and adequate brightness
- USB Type-C and Thunderbolt 3 port
- Could be of better quality for the price
The LG 27MD5KB-B UltraFine 27 monitor comes with a 27-inch LED-lit LCD offering excellent clarity and adequate brightness of 500 cd/m² for gaming and editing work.
With the USB Type-C and Thunderbolt 3 port, the monitor is a great Christmas deal and can be hooked up with any laptop with compatible ports. There are a built-in webcam and a microphone for connectivity.
If you want a bigger display, the same unit also comes in a 34-inch size for better productivity. It also comes with a height-adjustable stand and offers wide 178° viewing angles with 14 ms (GtG) response time.
MSI Prestige PS341WU
- Nano In-plane Switching (Nano IPS) technology
- 5120 x 2160 resolution
- 60 Hz refresh rate
- Curved display
- Pretty expensive
If you’re a graphics designer or simply a multitasker, the MSI Prestige PS341WU is a 34-inch ultra-wide WUHD (5120 x 2160) monitor that could be the perfect choice for you.
The monitor is precalibrated for 98% of DCI-P3 color gamut and that makes it perfect for photo or image editing for professionals or enthusiasts.
And with built-in Picture-in-Picture (PIP) and Picture-by-Picture (PBP) you will be able to check the content from multiple sources simultaneously and switch between them effortlessly.
LG Ultra HD 5K UltraFine Monitor
- LED display
- Can be used with any Thunderbolt 3 compatible laptops
- Ports are nicely tucked away in the back of the panel
- The monitor could cause some issues
The LG Ultra HD 5K UltraFine is another 5K monitor from LG offering 27″ 5120 x 2880 Resolution (5K) IPS LED display. The LED display churns out 500 cd/m² brightness making it ideal for gaming and video editing.
The monitor can be an excellent Apple 5k Thunderbolt display and it’s compatible with any Thunderbolt 3 compatible laptops and CPUs as well as USB-C (3.1 5Gbps) supported devices. All the ports are nicely tucked away in the back of the panel making cable management a lot easier. This LG UltraFine Christmas deal is awesome.
So, these are the cheapest 5K monitors that you can treat yourself with. Choose the one that suits your requirements and grab the deal in time for maximum savings.
Also, check out our collection of gaming monitors. You will certainly find some great options here, in case the ones listed above don’t work out for you.
Do let us know which monitor you picked and your experience with it in the comments below.
