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A great monitor can make all the difference when working online. After all, your laptop may be powerful, but do you really want to stare at its display while hunched over a desk?

Plugging it one of the best monitors or best gaming monitors we've tested can open up a whole new workspace, as well as new workflows — whether you're dragging and dropping between apps or simply mirroring things to get a closer look.

Ahead of the new school year, we've been digging for the best monitor deals we can find, and there are plenty. You can save $100 on the Samsung 27-inch Odyssey Gaming Monitor at Walmart, or get a 27-inch panel for under $99 at Amazon. We even found a handy portable monitor for $109 at Target. Here are the best back-to-school monitor deals we've found so far.

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Spectre 24" Curved Monitor: was $99 now $79 @ Amazon

Spectre 24" Curved Monitor: was $99 now $79 @ Amazon
This curved monitor packs its own speakers (unlike some others on this list), and it's VESA mount ready for saving space. Add to that a 75Hz refresh rate and the fact that this is the lowest price we've seen, and you've got a compelling budget option.

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Acer 24" Monitor: was $129 now $89 @ Walmart

Acer 24" Monitor: was $129 now $89 @ Walmart
A monitor under $100 that packs FreeSync to avoid screen-tearing, as well as a full HD resolution? It's almost too good to be true, and there's HDMI and VGA ports included, too. All for well under $100. 

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Amazon Basics 27" Monitor: was $119 now $99 @ Amazon

Amazon Basics 27" Monitor: was $119 now $99 @ Amazon
Don't let the 'Basics' name fool you — this flat panel monitor has USB-A, USB-B, and HDMI ports among others, as well as a 3.5mm jack, and has a super thin bezels on three sides. The Amazon monitor also offers 1080p resolution. 

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Lifelong 15" Portable Monitor: was $129 now $109 @ Target

Lifelong 15" Portable Monitor: was $129 now $109 @ Target
Something a little different, this portable monitor can be propped up anywhere and hooked up to your computer, tablet, or games console for a full HD, 15.6-inch panel.

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Samsung 27" Monitor: was $149 now $119 @ Target

Samsung 27" Monitor: was $149 now $119 @ Target
The first of a few Samsung offerings on this page, this 1080p display is borderless on three sides for added immersion and has a Game Mode for when you're ready to cut loose. It's worth noting it's HDMI only, though.

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HP 27" Monitor: was $229 now $159 @ Amazon

HP 27" Monitor: was $229 now $159 @ Amazon
Save 30% on this HP monitor with built-in speakers and an adjustable stand, as well as ports that include HDMI, DisplayPort and even VGA. It also has a 75Hz refresh movement for slick movement.

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Samsung 32" Smart Monitor: was $299 now $249 @ Target

Samsung 32" Smart Monitor: was $299 now $249 @ Target
Ideal if you don't have space for a monitor and a TV, this smart monitor packs a streaming TV setup inside while still offering DisplayPort and HDMI for hooking up your devices of choice.

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Samsung 27" Odyssey Monitor: was $399 now $299 @ Walmart

Samsung 27" Odyssey Monitor: was $399 now $299 @ Walmart
This gaming-focused monitor has a quad-HD resolution for sharpness, a 240Hz refresh rate for smoothness, and Gaming Hub built in — letting you stream games directly to it, even without using your computer.

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Dell 32" QHD Monitor: was $359 now $314 @ Dell

Dell 32" QHD Monitor: was $359 now $314 @ Dell
If you're looking for a nice computer monitor that won't break the bank, this 32-inch display from Dell is the perfect choice. Even at its full $359 price, it's a good deal, but with $45 off, it's definitely worth buying. It has a QHD resolution, a height-adjustable design, and HDR support. 

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Lloyd Coombes
Lloyd Coombes

A freelance writer from Essex, UK, Lloyd Coombes began writing for Tom's Guide in 2024 having worked on TechRadar, iMore, Live Science and more. A specialist in consumer tech, Lloyd is particularly knowledgeable on Apple products ever since he got his first iPod Mini. Aside from writing about the latest gadgets for Future, he's also a blogger and the Editor in Chief of GGRecon.com. On the rare occasion he’s not writing, you’ll find him spending time with his son, or working hard at the gym. You can find him on Twitter @lloydcoombes.