Black Friday gaming monitor deals 2024: prepare for panel deals later this year

Black Friday gaming monitor deals 2023
(Image credit: Future/Alienware/Acer)

Black Friday gaming monitor deals have returned to their home planet for another year. However, if you're the type that likes to save your pennies for the annual event, you can prepare ahead of the next sale in 2024. We already have a good idea of what to expect now that last year's bonanza is done and dusted, so stick around if you're trying to plan ahead.

Usually, buying one of the best gaming monitors can can be a pricey endeavour, Black Friday gaming deals can help prevent your bank account from weeping. Older and newer models dipped by hundreds of dollars in 2023, the same should apply to the 2024 event. Naturally, there are panels at a selection of price points out there, meaning you won't have to simply opt for the most expensive option to save big.

Progress is relentless, which means once costly 4K resolution and OLED panels are always getting cheaper, and we're fully expecting to see a few new models join the fold in 2024. So, if you can't get the thought of Black Friday gaming monitor deals out of your mind, dive in down below for hints, tips and advice.

FAQ

When will Black Friday gaming monitor deals start?

Black Friday gaming monitor deals are going to kick off on November 29 in 2024. It's always that Friday after Thanksgiving, so at least we can prepare for the date in advance. As ever though, we are likely to see deals coming thick and fast before the big day itself - get in position to pull any triggers at least a week before, and perhaps even earlier.

Where will the best Black Friday gaming monitors deals be?

There's little debate that Amazon and Dell lead the charge when it comes to some of the best and most bombastic Black Friday gaming monitor deals available, though big-box stores have been catching up in recent years; Best Buy and Walmart have offered their fair share of savings on premium panels, too. 

US:
Amazon:
Regular discounts on a large variety of monitors in all styles
Dell: Huge savings on Dell productivity and Alienware gaming monitors
Best Buy: Deals on MSI Optix, Samsung, Acer, and Lenovo panels
Walmart: Frequent sales on LG, Asus, Samsung, and other makes
Newegg: Selection can be a little more limited, but deals are generally good

UK:
Amazon:
Consistently low prices on some of the best gaming monitors
Currys: Fair prices but few deals available at the moment
eBuyer: Minor savings on some of the bigger gaming monitor brands
Overclockers: Regularly stocks high-end gaming ultrawide gaming monitors
Dell: Deep discounts on Alienware and Dell monitors
Very: Good deals available on MSI, Alienware, and HP gaming panels 

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 49-inch panel up close

(Image credit: Future / Jeremy Laird)

Black Friday gaming monitor deals: What to expect

The main thing to expect with Black Friday gaming monitor deals is a significant amount of money off of some of the biggest brands out right now. In the past, we've seen the likes of the massive Samsung CRG9 having more than $300 taken off its price, and then this was bettered last year by the Odyssey G9 having $500 taken off its price. We'd expect the latter to get the same treatment during this year's Black Friday Samsung deals, especially since the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 is now available and boasts a better screen.

Dell is always a great shout too, and we have big hopes for the QD-OLED Alienware AW3423DW to get an even bigger price cut than we saw in its first winter sales season. And Dell has form in chopping the price of its biggest and best, for example, we have seen the Alienware AW3420DW have its MSRP slashed from $1,520 all the way down to $1,012.71 - for a total saving of $507.28. 

As an example of a great budget screen to look out for, our favourite budget monitor, the AOC 24G2 took a big hit in 2021 and became even more affordable - it dropped from its MSRP of $250 (some say $230) to just $170 in last year's deals, and the nit went down to just $157 in the summer Prime Day event. We'd expect at least the former to happen again, and maybe the latter. At $150 this monitor is a total bargain.

Stepping into mid-range, great-for-almost-everything territory, the ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ is one of best recommendations for an all-round gaming monitor. This received its first big price drop in 2021's Black Friday gaming monitor deals taking $70 or $80 off its price tag. Now that the list price has seemingly levelled out at $300, we expect this to drop to $250 at least.

Should I wait for Black Friday to buy a gaming monitor?

The best gaming monitor deals will likely emerge during Black Friday, but that's not to say you should wait. Exceptional discounts are known to pop up before and after the annual event, and holding off could simply mean you end up paying a similar price. We'll keep you up to speed with any offers that pop up before November, and if a monitor drops to its lowest price, you'll be the first to know.

Are gaming monitors overpriced?

It may feel like gaming monitors are overpriced, but it's important to consider what each screen offers in terms of specs. For example, if you're eyeing up a cutting edge 4K screen with a 240Hz refresh rate, you're going to pay top dollar. However, if you're savvy when it comes to pairing the right specs with your console or PC of choice, you'll be able to narrow down displays that better fit your budget. That's going to be key when it comes to finding Black Friday deals, as while a screen with $1,000 off sounds attractive, not everyone is looking to spend more than a few hundred dollars in the first place.

LG UltraGear 45GR95QE with Pharah from Overwatch on screen

(Image credit: Future / Phil Hayton)

How we find the best Black Friday gaming monitor deals

To ensure you get the best gaming monitor deal this Black Friday, we use our expertise and experience alongside various tools to find the lowest prices. While our specialist comparison systems help us quickly locate offers to ensure you don't miss out, we also analyse each discount with with our human eyeballs to decide whether its worth your consideration. 

In addition, we always take all budgets into accounts when assessing whether a product is good value for money. After all, while grabbing over $1,000 off a monitor may sound fantastic, it's not so great when the screen itself will still set you back thousands. We still cater to players looking for a premium panel, but our collection of deals will always include options at every price point possible.

For more information on what we get up to behind the scenes, swing by our How we find the best Black Friday deals page for more information.

Last year's best black Friday gaming monitor deals

Acer Nitro UM.QQ1AA.E01 24-inch | $109.99$79.99 at WalmartSave $30 -

Acer Nitro UM.QQ1AA.E01 24-inch | $109.99 $79.99 at Walmart
Save $30 - This was by far one of the cheapest gaming monitors last Black Friday, with $30 off knocking lower than ever before. In the past, this monitor has sat as high as $120, so this was a pretty punchy offer on what is a respectable 1080p panel.

Acer Nitro KG241Y Sbiip 24-inch | $173.99$109.99 at AmazonSave $64 -

Acer Nitro KG241Y Sbiip 24-inch | $173.99 $109.99 at Amazon
Save $64 - For just over $100, you could grab this 165Hz 1080p screen by Acer, as a 37% discount has knocked it down to its lowest ever price. While it doesn't tend to jump up to MSRP, you were still getting this display for a chunk less than usual.

Asus TUF VG27AQA1A 27-inch| $249.99 $179.99 at Newegg
Save $70 -

Asus TUF VG27AQA1A 27-inch| $249.99 $179.99 at Newegg
Save $70 - A budget QLED option for those who value speed, Asus' 27-inch 170Hz monitor was under $200. This was Amazon's best ever price on this panel before it went out of stock, and Newegg charged into Black Friday with the same offer.

Acer Nitro XF273 Sbmiiprx 27-inch | $299.99$159.99 at Best BuySave $150 -

Acer Nitro XF273 Sbmiiprx 27-inch | $299.99 $159.99 at Best Buy
Save $150 -  This specific Acer Nitro screen is surprisingly expensive everywhere else, but Best Buy has slashed $150 off to bring it down to an appropriate price. In fact, is is a pretty good price for a full HD 144Hz, especially considering Amazon consistently wants $300 for the same model.

Alienware AW2524H 24.5-inch | $799.99 $496.99 at Amazon
Save $253 -

Alienware AW2524H 24.5-inch | $799.99 $496.99 at Amazon
Save $253 - This 500Hz previously reached a record low of $599, but Amazon decided to knock an additional $103 off. This screen would set you back $800 just a few months ago, so if you deliberately held off till Black Friday, it was worth it.

BenQ Zowie XL2566K 24.5-inch | $649.99$599 at AmazonSave $50

BenQ Zowie XL2566K 24.5-inch | $649.99 $599 at Amazon
Save $50 - This speedy 360Hz monitor is pretty much designed with LAN events in mind, and a smaller $50 discount brought it under $600 during Black Friday.

Dough Spectrum One 27-inch (glossy) | $699.99$599.99 at B&H PhotoSave $100 -

Dough Spectrum One 27-inch (glossy) | $699.99 $599.99 at B&H Photo
Save $100 - Dough (formerly Eve) slashed $100 off its glossy screen in line with Black Friday, and it was a new record low for the 4K 144Hz display. By using a non-matte coating, you'll experience more saturated colors, and you'd normally pay $700 this specific model.

LG UltraGear ‎27GR93U-B 27-inch | $699.99 $449.99 at AmazonSave $250 -

LG UltraGear ‎27GR93U-B 27-inch | $699.99 $449.99 at Amazon
Save $250 - This 4K LG screen was down to its lowest price, with 36% off helping the screen firmly smash through the $500 barrier.

Acer Nitro ED270R Mbmiiphx 27-inch$164.99$134.99 at AmazonSave $15

Acer Nitro ED270R Mbmiiphx 27-inch | $164.99 $134.99 at Amazon
Save $15 - A curved screen with respectable 1440p specs, the Acer Nitro ED270R ventured below $140. The 18% discount admittedly wasn't ground-breaking, but its close enough to its lowest price to be worth your consideration.

Samsung Odyssey G4 27-inch | $349.99$219.99 at Best BuySave $70

Samsung Odyssey G4 27-inch | $349.99 $219.99 at Best Buy
Save $70 - With $100 off, this super speedy 240Hz panel was a pretty respectable deal. It was only $20 away from its lowest ever price, so it was worth getting hold of one ahead of Black Friday.

LG Ultragear ‎27GR95QE-B 27-inch$999.99$779.99 at AmazonSave $224

LG Ultragear ‎27GR95QE-B 27-inch | $999.99 $779.99 at Amazon
Save $224 - An impressive 22% discount finally knocked this LG Ultragear display to a record low price. Amazon has been playing around with this price point throughout the year, but a couple of extra dollars out has the retailer edging ahead of Best Buy and Walmart.

Asus TUF VG289Q1A 28-inch | $289.99 $239 at Amazon
Save $50 - 

Asus TUF VG289Q1A 28-inch | $289.99 $239 at Amazon
Save $50 - It was a smaller $50 discount, but it brought this 4K monitor down to a super affordable price. It's not a record low, but Amazon hasn't drifted past this point yet. 

Samsung Odyssey G6 27-inch$699.99$399.99 at WalmartSave $300 -

Samsung Odyssey G6 27-inch | $699.99 $399.99 at Walmart
Save $300 - Black Friday knocked 43% off Samsung's super fast 240Hz QHD display, bringing it back down to a previous record low. While this screen does drop in price frequently, it doesn't normally reach this low, and it likes to leap back up to $700 regularly.

Dell S3222DGM 32-inch | $349.99$239.99 at Best BuySave $110 -

Dell S3222DGM 32-inch | $349.99 $239.99 at Best Buy
Save $110 - Best Buy's Black Friday deal matched Dell's own direct discount on this screen. Prior to 2023, the best price we were able to come up with was $280 via a third-party seller on Amazon, and you'll more often than not find the screen at MSRP.

Acer Predator XB323QK 31.5-inch | $1,199.99$699.99 at Best BuySave $500 -

Acer Predator XB323QK 31.5-inch | $1,199.99 $699.99 at Best Buy
Save $500 - Just in time for Black Friday, Acer's screen dropped back to a record low, following a previous discount back in January. Normally, this panel will set you back $749, but it managed to stay reduced over the sale.

Samsung Odyssey G7 32-inch | $799.99 $499.99 at Amazon
Save $250 - 

Samsung Odyssey G7 32-inch | $799.99 $499.99 at Amazon
Save $250 - Samsung's speedy G7 panel returned to its lowest price for Black Friday, and it was a bit of a steal with 38% off. This screen admittedly jumps back and forth from MSRP regularly, but it's worth buying when it does show up at its cheapest.

Corsair Xeneon 27QHD240 27-inch | $999.99Save $200

Corsair Xeneon 27QHD240 27-inch | $999.99 $799.99 at Amazon
Save $200 -  The smaller version of Corsair's 240Hz screen was 20% off, but it actually features HDMI 2.1 ports and a faster response rate than its larger sibling. It also hasn't dipped below $830 until now, so now's your chance to grab one of our favorite 2023 OLED monitors for less.

MSI G321CU 32-inch| $529.99$399.99 at AmazonSave $80 -

MSI G321CU 32-inch| $529.99 $399.99 at Amazon
Save $80 - Whilst this isn't as good as the 19% discount we saw back in April 2023, it was still a decent deal. It did stick to $470 throughout September and October, so if you've been holding off till now, we'd say it was worth it.

Samsung Odyssey Ark 55-inch |$2,699.99$1,399 at B&H PhotoSave $1,300 -

Samsung Odyssey Ark 55-inch | $2,699.99 $1,399 at B&H Photo
Save $1,300 - Frankly, this was one of the best premium monitor deals you'll find this Black Friday, as B&H Photo has knocked $1,300 off the Odyssey Ark. That means it' was practically half price, and much cheaper than the previous $1,799 offer that popped up.

Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 43-inch | $999$499 at Best BuySave $500 - 

Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 43-inch | $999 $499 at Best Buy
Save $500 - This is a pretty incredible deal on what is a stellar 4K 144Hz monitor. Not only is it $50 cheaper than its previous lowest ever price at Amazon, but it has sat above the $600 mark for most of the year.

Philips Evnia 34M2C8600 34-inch monitor |
$1,299.99 $799.99 at Amazon
Save $436.15 -

Philips Evnia 34M2C8600 34-inch monitor |
$1,299.99 $799.99 at Amazon
Save $436.15 - Philips' premium Evnia ultrawide has a tremendous 21% off, and it's only the second time the discount has popped up this year. Prior to now, its price jumped back and forth from $1,300 and just above $1,150, so it's nice to see a new record low this Black Friday.

Acer Predator CG437K Sbmiipuzx 42.5-inch $1,599.99$799.99 at Best BuySave $800 -

Acer Predator CG437K Sbmiipuzx 42.5-inch | $1,599.99 $799.99 at Best Buy
Save $800 - The best price we could find on Acer's big Predator screen was $899.99, so we'll happily take an additional $100 off ahead of Black Friday. This is the lowest the monitor has managed to reach, following months of yo-yoing back and forth from full price.

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 49-inch$1,799.99$999.99 at Amazon
Save $600 -

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 49-inch | $1,799.99 $999.99 at Amazon
Save $600 - The Odyssey OLED G9 has finally dipped below $1,000, and it's all thanks to a 38% Black Friday discount. This is the cheapest this version has been since release, and it's actually cheaper than the older mini LED model.

Asus ROG Strix XG43UQ 43-inch | $999 $699 at Amazon
Save $300 - 

Asus ROG Strix XG43UQ 43-inch | $999 $699 at Amazon
Save $300 - This extra large 4K 144Hz screen has dropped back to its lowest price, and it's all thanks to a 26% off Black Friday discount. Asus' monitor only drops to this price occasionally, so you might want to grab it while its hot.

LG UltraGear 49GR85DC-B 49-inch | $1,299.99$774.99 at Amazon
Save $525 -

LG UltraGear 49GR85DC-B 49-inch | $1,299.99 $774.99 at Amazon
Save $525 - This goliath LG monitor is currently down to its lowest price point yet, and the 39% discount in question takes it under $800. Prices on this panel have yo-yo'd throughout 2023, but they've never reached quite this low.

LG UltraGear QHD 27-inch$349.99 $246.99 at AmazonSave $103

LG UltraGear QHD 27-inch | $349.99 $246.99 at Amazon
Save $103 - A larger midrange screen with a great QHD LG panel, this UltraGear display will deliver commendable image quality and speed. This specific version overclocks its refresh rate to 180Hz, which should come in handy if you're partial to face paced shooters.

Last year's best Black Friday gaming monitor deals in the UK

Samsung Odyssey Ark 55-inch |£2,599.99£1,153.37 at AmazonSave £1,446.62 -

Samsung Odyssey Ark 55-inch | £2,599.99 £1,153.37 at Amazon
Save £1,446.62 - The massive Odyssey Ark was better than half price at Amazon UK, and the 55-inch display normally doesn't drift below £1,500. Therefore, it was a Black Friday deal we could totally get on board with, and one that punted the screen down to its lowest price.

Acer KG241YAbii 23.8-inch | £119.90£79.99 at Amazon
Save £40 -

Acer KG241YAbii 23.8-inch | £119.90 £79.99 at Amazon
Save £40 - This 1080p monitor was already pretty affordable, but Amazon's 30% deal knocked it below £100 and into lowest ever price territory. This was actually the first time it has ever dipped into double digits, and probably the price we'll end up with during Black Friday.

LG UltraGear 24GQ50F-B 23.8 inch| £149.99£109.90 at AmazonSave £40 -

LG UltraGear 24GQ50F-B 23.8 inch| £149.99
£109.90 at Amazon
Save £40 - Back down to its lowest ever price in time for Black Friday, this 1080p LG monitor offers up an 165Hz refresh rate for just over £100. It strikes a great balance between price and specs for entry-level players, not to mention it has shot up to £180 over the last year at several points.

Alienware AW3423DWF 34-inch monitor | £929£660 at Dell
Save £269 -

Alienware AW3423DWF 34-inch monitor | £929 £660 at Dell
Save £269 - Down to its lowest price just in time for Black Friday 2023, this offer smashed previous deals that sent this screen just under £800. When you consider the fact LG and Samsung rivals till cost over a grand, this was a solid deal.

Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 32-inch£1,299.99£949.99 at AmazonSave £294 -

Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 32-inch | £1,299.99 £949.99 at Amazon
Save £294 - The Neo G8 is pretty cutting edge when it comes to resolution and refresh rate, and this 22% off offer made it more approachable financially.

Razer Raptor (165Hz) | £799.99£449 at Razer
Save £335.99 -

Razer Raptor (165Hz) |  £799.99 £449 at Razer
Save £335.99 - Razer slashed the price of its Raptor gaming monitor in half, bringing it down to the same level as its rivals. This screen hadn't really received discounts for most of the year, but eventually went through the 'reduce to clear' motions.

MSI G27CQ4 E2 27 Inch£269£169 at Currys
Save £100 -

MSI G27CQ4 E2 27 Inch | £269 £169 at Currys
Save £100 - You could grab this MSI screen for well under £200, which feels like a novelty given it hasn't really deviated from full price. Currys is absolutely led charge here with a new record low price.

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9£1,999.99£1,299.99 at John LewisSave £600 -

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 | £1,999.99 £1,299.99 at John Lewis
Save £600 - A monstrous display with a chonky discount, we're struggling to think of why we wouldn't want £600 off Samsung's premium 2023 panel. This was both a record low and only the second time it's received a price cut, following a debut reduction that brought it down to £1,599.

Philips Evnia 34M2C8600 34-inch monitor |
£1,149.99 £898.97 at Amazon
Save £251.02 -

Philips Evnia 34M2C8600 34-inch monitor |
£1,149.99 £898.97 at Amazon
Save £251.02 - An impressive 22% price cut kicked this Philips monitor under £900 ahead of Black Friday. Not only was this a new record low, but it was the deepest discount this display has received since its release.

Asus TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B£579£453.94 at Amazon
Save £125.06 -

Asus TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B | £579 £453.94 at Amazon
Save £125.06 - Asus' speedy QHD screen dropped to under £500, finally edging to its lowest ever price in time for Black Friday. You will find this screen for a similar price, but Amazon made sure to chip off a bit extra for the event.

Samsung Odyssey G9 | £1,099.99£929.99 at Amazon
Save £170 -

Samsung Odyssey G9 | £1,099.99 £929.99 at Amazon
Save £170 - The Odyssey G9 is one of your favorite premium screens at GamesRadar, and was a great buy for under £1,000. Perfect for PC and console gamers out there looking to immerse themselves in curved, ultrawide visuals.

AOC U27V4EA 27-Inch | £279.99£229.97 at Amazon
Save £50.02 -

AOC U27V4EA 27-Inch | £279.99 £229.97 at Amazon
Save £50.02 - AOC's 27-inch screen dipped under £200, and it offers casual 4K visuals that'll serve consoles and mid-range PCs well. Its price tag was a record low over at Amazon, and its far cheaper than many other UHD displays on the market.

BenQ MOBIUZ EX3210U |£849.99£649.98 at AmazonSave £200.01 -

BenQ MOBIUZ EX3210U | £849.99 £649.98 at Amazon
Save £200.01 - BenQ's screen held pretty steady over £800 all year, but Amazon decided it was finally time to chop it to its lowest price yet. This display also cost over a grand at launch, so this was actually a premium buy.


Swing by Black Friday 4K monitor deals if you're looking for specific UHD displays.


However, you can get really specific in your search this winter, so if you know what you need, prepare yourself for sales like the Black Friday 4K monitor deals, Black Friday 144Hz monitor deals and Black Friday 1440p monitor deals.

Phil Hayton
Hardware Editor

I’ve been messing around with PCs, video game consoles, and tech since before I could speak. Don’t get me wrong, I kickstarted my relationship with technology by jamming a Hot Wheels double-decker bus into my parent’s VCR, but we all have to start somewhere. I even somehow managed to become a walking, talking buyer’s guide at my teenage supermarket job, which helped me accept my career fate. So, rather than try to realise my musician dreams, or see out my University degree, I started running my own retro pop culture site and writing about video games and tech for the likes of TechRadar, The Daily Star, and the BBC before eventually ending up with a job covering graphics card shenanigans at PCGamesN. Now, I’m your friendly neighbourhood Hardware Editor at GamesRadar, and it’s my job to make sure you can kick butt in all your favourite games using the best gaming hardware, whether you’re a sucker for handhelds like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch or a hardcore gaming PC enthusiast.