Best Monitor for Work
The 10 best monitors for productivity, tested for text clarity and USB-C.
Top 10 Picks
Dell U2723QE
Best work monitor. 4K USB-C, KVM, IPS Black.
- 4K USB-C
- KVM switch
- IPS Black
- 90W charging
- Expensive
- Heavy
LG 27UP850-W
Best value 4K with USB-C and wide color.
- 4K
- USB-C 96W
- 96% DCI-P3
- No KVM
- Basic stand
ASUS ProArt PA278CV
Best budget work monitor with USB-C.
- Under $330
- USB-C
- ProArt color
- Ergonomic stand
- 1440p only
- 60Hz
BenQ PD2705Q
Designer work monitor with M-Book and Daisy Chain.
- M-Book mode
- Daisy Chain
- USB-C
- 1440p
- 60Hz
Dell S2721QS
Budget 4K with good text clarity.
- 4K under $350
- Thin bezels
- Good text
- No USB-C
- Basic stand
LG 32UN880-B
32-inch 4K with ergonomic arm.
- 32-inch 4K
- Ergonomic arm
- USB-C
- Bulky
- 60Hz
HP E27m G4
Work monitor with built-in webcam and mic.
- Webcam built-in
- USB-C
- Mic
- Webcam quality basic
- 60Hz
ViewSonic TD2760
Touchscreen monitor for interactive work.
- Touchscreen
- Under $300
- USB-C
- 1080p
- Touch latency
ASUS BE279QHK
Budget 1080p with built-in webcam.
- Webcam built-in
- Under $280
- Ergonomic stand
- 1080p
- No USB-C
AOC 27B1H
Ultra-budget 1080p but basic.
- Under $160
- Thin bezels
- 1080p
- No USB-C
- Basic stand
Comparison Table
| # | Name | Brand | Resolution | Panel | Refresh | Ports | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dell U2723QE | Dell | — | — | — | — | 4.7/5
★★★★★ | $599 |
| 2 | LG 27UP850-W | LG | — | — | — | — | 4.5/5
★★★★★ | $449 |
| 3 | ASUS ProArt PA278CV | ASUS | — | — | — | — | 4.4/5
★★★★☆ | $329 |
| 4 | BenQ PD2705Q | BenQ | — | — | — | — | 4.4/5
★★★★☆ | $399 |
| 5 | Dell S2721QS | Dell | — | — | — | — | 4.3/5
★★★★☆ | $349 |
| 6 | LG 32UN880-B | LG | — | — | — | — | 4.3/5
★★★★☆ | $449 |
| 7 | HP E27m G4 | HP | — | — | — | — | 4.2/5
★★★★☆ | $399 |
| 8 | ViewSonic TD2760 | ViewSonic | — | — | — | — | 4/5
★★★★☆ | $299 |
| 9 | ASUS BE279QHK | ASUS | — | — | — | — | 4.1/5
★★★★☆ | $279 |
| 10 | AOC 27B1H | AOC | — | — | — | — | 3.8/5
★★★★☆ | $159 |
Pros & Cons Summary
Dell U2723QE
LG 27UP850-W
ASUS ProArt PA278CV
BenQ PD2705Q
Dell S2721QS
LG 32UN880-B
HP E27m G4
ViewSonic TD2760
ASUS BE279QHK
AOC 27B1H
FAQ
What is the best monitor for work?
The Dell U2723QE at $599 is our top pick. It has 4K, USB-C 90W charging, a KVM switch, and IPS Black for the best text clarity.
Is 4K worth it for work?
Yes. 4K makes text sharper, reducing eye strain during long sessions. The Dell U2723QE and LG 27UP850-W are the best 4K work monitors.
Do I need USB-C on a work monitor?
Yes for laptops. USB-C charges and displays with one cable. The Dell U2723QE provides 90W — enough for most laptops.
What resolution is best for work?
4K for 27-inch, 1440p for budget. 1080p is too pixelated for 27 inches. The ASUS ProArt PA278CV at $329 is the best 1440p option.
Is a KVM switch useful for work?
Yes if you use multiple computers. The Dell U2723QE has a built-in KVM, letting you share keyboard and mouse between two PCs.
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