Looking for Best Monitor for Gaming PC Build
Hello,
I'll attach the list of my build so you can see what parts I am using, but I am looking for the best monitors available through Microcenter to purchase. I'm preferable to 2 monitors but if the prices aren't in my budget, I may have to start with one and purchase another when I can.
I do plan to post videos to YouTube and livestream every once in awhile. Price wise, I'd prefer not to pay over $500.00 total for 2 monitors, but perhaps that is too cheap.
Please let me know your suggestions. (I live closest to the Westmont store if that helps for availability.) And yes, I do plan to visit the Westmont store in the next few weeks, I would just like to see if I possibly can order the monitors online vs go in store.
Thanks!
BrightSunflowerGaming
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Also, size of monitors doesn't matter to me, as long as I can hopefully get 2 for under $500.00 that will work well with my PC.
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Update: I went to my local store and they helped me pick out a monitor that will work.
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How about this to consider?
Best Dual Monitor Setup Under $500 (2025)
🥇 Primary Monitor (Gaming & Content Creation)
🔹 AOC Q27G3XMN
- Size: 27″
- Resolution: 2560×1440 (QHD)
- Panel: Mini LED IPS
- Refresh Rate: 180Hz
- VRR: FreeSync Premium
- Price: ~$299
- Why: Exceptional contrast, fast refresh, great for gaming and editing
🥈 Secondary Monitor (Streaming, Chat, Productivity)
🔹 ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV
- Size: 27″
- Resolution: 2560×1440
- Panel: IPS
- Color Accuracy: Factory calibrated (ΔE < 2)
- Connectivity: USB-C, DisplayPort
- Price: ~$199–$229
- Why: Ideal for video editing, livestream overlays, and multitasking
🧮 Total Cost Estimate
- AOC Q27G3XMN: ~$299
- ASUS ProArt PA278CV: ~$229
- Total: ~$528 (slightly over budget, but worth stretching for quality)
💡 Alternative Budget Combo (~$450 Total)
Monitor
Specs
Price
ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS
27″, 1440p, 170Hz, IPS
~$249
Acer Nitro VG271U
27″, 1440p, 144Hz, IPS
~$199
These are still excellent for gaming and streaming, just with slightly less color accuracy and HDR performance.
🛒 Availability & Purchase Options
- Both AOC and ASUS ProArt models are often stocked at the Westmont Micro Center.
- You can order online for in-store pickup or check availability before visiting.
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Thank you so much for your input. I ended up going with the
Acer Nitro XV272U V3bmiiprx 27" 2K WQHD (2560 x 1440) 180Hz Gaming Monitorfor my primary monitor, and I plan to buy the same monitor for my secondary. Do you think using the monitor listed above would be more beneficial as a secondary monitor and use something different as a primary? Or do you think they'll both work as primary and secondary with that monitor I listed?
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