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The 5 Best Monitors For Video Editing - Spring 2024 Reviews

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Best Monitors For Video Editing

Whether you're a professional video editor or working on your first vlog, one important piece of equipment during your editing process is the monitor you use. While you can practically use any display to edit your videos, it's beneficial to get something that makes your content look life-like and realistic. Different factors go into this, like the range of colors it displays and its accuracy, as the last thing you'll want is colors looking off in editing. It's also important to consider the monitor's resolution, as a higher resolution helps deliver more detail and sharper images. The screen's size is another consideration if you like multitasking, but that's a personal preference.

While there are high-end, professionally calibrated monitors that film studios use, many consumer-level monitors are also excellent for video editing. Even low-cost options are still good enough for casual editing, but those usually have fewer features, so it's important to think about your budget as well.

We've bought and tested more than 300 monitors, and below are our picks for the best monitors to use while video editing that are available to buy. See our recommendations for the best monitors for photo editing, the best 4k monitors, and the best 27-inch monitors. If you need more than just a monitor, also check out the best cameras for vlogging.


  1. Best Monitor For Video Editing

    The best monitor for video editing we've tested is the Dell U2723QE. It's an excellent monitor that has many features for content creators. Its 4k resolution and high pixel density help deliver sharp images, and you can see tons of details in your videos. It also has a dedicated sRGB mode that results in excellent accuracy in SDR, and it even displays a wide range of colors in HDR. Another advantage is that it uses an IPS Black panel, which results in higher contrast than most other monitors with a regular IPS panel, and this is useful if you need to edit content in dark rooms.

    It also has premium features, like a massive USB hub. It has five USB-A and three USB-C ports, so connecting different devices is very easy. One of its USB-C inputs supports DisplayPort Alt Mode with 90W of power delivery, which is ideal if you want to connect your laptop and charge it using a single cable. It also has a KVM switch that makes it easier to multitask with two different computers and use the same keyboard and mouse with both.

    See our review

  2. Best Upper Mid-Range Monitor For Video Editing

    If you find the Dell U2723QE slightly out of your price range or don't need all of its features, check out the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV. It's a competing model to the Dell, with similar specs, like its 4k, 27-inch screen. It doesn't use an IPS Black panel like the Dell, so it has a worse contrast in dark rooms. It also has a few different features, as it doesn't have a KVM switch, and it has a smaller USB hub. That said, it still has three USB-A and two USB-C ports, so you can easily connect your peripherals to the monitor. One of the USB-C ports also supports DisplayPort Alt Mode with 90W of power, which is ideal for connecting your laptop.

    This monitor is excellent for content creation because it has different picture modes for various color spaces you may work with. For example, its dedicated sRGB mode comes factory-calibrated with remarkable accuracy, and it also has modes for DCI-P3 and Rec. 2020 color spaces. It even displays a wider range of colors in HDR than the Dell, which is ideal for video editing. Lastly, it comes with an extremely ergonomic stand, making it very easy to adjust to an ideal position.

    See our review

  3. Best Ultrawide Monitor For Video Editing

    If you work with a long video timeline and find a 27-inch screen too small, consider an ultrawide monitor like the LG 40WP95C-W. You'll have to pay a premium for the size upgrade, but the large 40-inch screen and 21:9 aspect ratio allow you to see more of your video timeline simultaneously. It has a 5120x2160 resolution and slightly lower pixel density than the Dell U2723QE and the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV, but it delivers a ton of details, sharp images, and fantastic text clarity. While it doesn't have as many USB ports as the Dell or the ASUS, it still offers great connectivity thanks to its two high-bandwidth Thunderbolt 4 ports.

    It has a dedicated sRGB mode that results in excellent image accuracy without any oversaturated colors in SDR. Even in HDR, it accurately displays a wide range of colors in the commonly used DCI-P3 color space. It also has decent viewing angles, so the image remains consistent from the sides, which is important if you need to share the screen with someone else or you're sitting in front of the center of the screen and looking at the edges.

    See our review

  4. Best Mid-Range Monitor For Video Editing

    If you aren't a fan of ultrawide displays or don't have the budget for a premium monitor, check out the Dell S2722QC, which often goes on sale for a budget-friendly price. With a smaller screen than the LG 40WP95C-W, you can't see as much of your video timeline at once, but that's the trade-off if you want to save some money anyway. The Dell has a 27-inch, 4k screen, and it's a step down from the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV in terms of features as it lacks a dedicated sRGB mode. Because of this, most colors are oversaturated in the sRGB color space, so you'll need to calibrate it for perfect accuracy, but it's still decent enough for casual editors.

    It has a smaller USB hub than the ASUS, as it only has two USB-A ports and a single USB-C port. However, you can still easily connect to it via USB-C thanks to its DisplayPort Alt Mode with 65W of power delivery, but it doesn't have extra perks like a KVM switch that the Dell U2723QE has, so it isn't as ideal for multitasking with different computers.

    See our review

  5. Best Budget Monitor For Video Editing

    If you're looking for a basic budget-friendly monitor for video editing, you can choose from a few good options, like the Dell S2721QS. It's a lower-end model than the Dell S2722QC and doesn't have any USB ports, which means you can't connect your extra devices directly to the monitor, but that's the trade-off for getting something cheaper. Besides that difference, it's very similar to the S2722QC as it also has a 27-inch, 4k screen that results in exceptional image clarity.

    Luckily, it's a good choice if you need to edit content in a bright room, as it gets bright enough to fight glare and has good reflection handling. It has wide viewing angles and impressive ergonomics, making it easy to share your screen with someone else. However, it doesn't have a dedicated sRGB mode, so you'll need to calibrate it for the most accurate colors possible.

    You can get other low-cost models with a few more features than the Dell, like the Gigabyte M27Q P. It has a USB hub and a dedicated sRGB mode for excellent accuracy. The one downside is that it has a lower 1440p resolution that results in fewer details, so you have to decide between sharp image clarity with the Dell or accurate colors out of the box with the Gigabyte.

    See our review

Notable Mentions

  • Dell U3223QE: The Dell U3223QE is a larger alternative to the Dell U2723QE that has many of the same features, but it costs more and has undersaturated colors in HDR. See our review
  • ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV: The ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV is a budget-friendly monitor intended for content creators, and unlike the Dell S2721QS, it even has a USB hub. That said, it has a lower 1440p resolution, and it doesn't support HDR at all. See our review
  • Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx: The Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx is in the same price range as the Dell U2723QE and delivers better picture quality in dark rooms thanks to its superior local dimming feature. That said, there are some bugs when connected to a second monitor. See our review
  • Apple Studio Display: The Apple Studio Display is a high-end creation monitor with a higher resolution than the Dell U2723QE, but it doesn't support HDR. It's ideal if you need a monitor for your Mac computer; otherwise, it's better to go for the cheaper Dell. See our review

Recent Updates

  1. Feb 14, 2024: Made sure that the monitors are still available for purchase. Also replaced the Gigabyte M34WQ and the Apple Pro Display XDR with the Dell U3223QE and the Apple Studio Display in the Notable Mentions.

  2. Dec 14, 2023: Added the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV as 'Best Upper Mid-Range Monitor' because it's a cheaper alternative to the Dell U2723QE; replaced the Gigabyte M27Q P with the Dell S2721QS as it has a higher resolution; removed the Acer Nitro XF243Y Pbmiiprx because it's hard to find; updated Notable Mentions based on changes.

  3. Oct 17, 2023: Replaced the Gigabyte M27Q with the Gigabyte M27Q P for consistency with other articles; removed the MSI MEG 342C QD-OLED from Notable Mentions because of its risk of burn-in.

  4. Aug 18, 2023: Updated text for clarity throughout and added the MSI MEG 342C QD-OLED to Notable Mentions.

  5. Jun 23, 2023: Verified that the monitors are still available to purchase and updated text for clarity.

All Reviews

Our recommendations are based on what we think are the best monitors for videography currently available, including the best 4k monitors for video editing. They are adapted to be valid for most people in each price range. Rating is based on our review, factoring in price and feedback from our visitors.

If you would prefer to make your own decision, here is the list of all of our monitor reviews. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. Most monitors are good enough to please most people, and the things we fault monitors on are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.