Best Monitors under £400 for creative work

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Dell P2723QE 27" 2022

61.9 Creative Work Score
27" 3840 x 2160 IPS 60Hz
Why we recommend this

The 27-inch 4K IPS monitor with 99% sRGB coverage provides consistent colors and sharp detail, and the USB-C port offers 90W power delivery for single-cable connectivity. Its three-sided ultrathin bezel, compact base, and cable management system create a clean desk, and integrated RJ45 Ethernet plus SuperSpeed USB ports reduce adapter requirements. Best for office professionals who need color-accurate visuals and a clutter-free, multi-device setup.

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Dell 27" LCD

61.5 Creative Work Score
27" 2560 x 1440 IPS 75Hz
Why we recommend this

The 2560 x 1440 IPS panel with 99% sRGB coverage and 350 nits brightness delivers sharp, color-accurate visuals for desk work. Its USB-C connectivity with 65W power delivery and a fully adjustable stand including pivot and swivel add significant ergonomic flexibility. This monitor is best for office professionals who need a crisp, well-connected hub display for productivity tasks and document management.

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Dell S2722DC 27" Silver

61 Creative Work Score
27" 2560 x 1440 IPS 75Hz
Why we recommend this

A 27-inch 2560x1440 IPS panel with 75Hz refresh, 4ms response, and FreeSync is paired with a single USB-C cable delivering video, data, and 18W power. The three-sided ultrathin bezel and fully adjustable stand (height, pivot, swivel, tilt) keep your setup tidy, while 350 nits brightness and 99% sRGB coverage ensure accurate colors across wide 178° viewing angles. This monitor best suits remote workers and multitaskers who need a clutter-free, one-cable docking station with ergonomic flexibility for all-day productivity.

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Dell P2725HE 27"

55.3 Creative Work Score
27" 1920 x 1080 IPS 100Hz
Why we recommend this

The built-in USB-C hub with 180W power delivery and Ethernet transforms this 27-inch IPS display into a complete workstation dock, reducing cable clutter. Its 100Hz refresh rate and 99% sRGB coverage provide smoother scrolling and accurate color for a productivity monitor at this tier. This monitor is best for office professionals and hybrid workers who need a single-cable connection to charge a laptop and connect peripherals.

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Dell P2723D 27"

53.3 Creative Work Score
27" 2560 x 1440 IPS 60Hz
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Dell P2725H 27"

50.2 Creative Work Score
27" 1920 x 1080 IPS 100Hz
Why we recommend this

A 100Hz refresh rate and 5ms response time on an IPS panel make this monitor notably smoother than standard 60Hz office displays for everyday tasks. Its 4-star TUV eye comfort certification and 99% sRGB coverage prioritize all-day viewing ease with accurate color, backed by a fully adjustable stand. This is best for office workers and data analysts who need flicker-free, ergonomic comfort for long hours of spreadsheet and document work.

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Dell UltraSharp U2518D 25" 2K

47.5 Creative Work Score
25" 2560 x 1440 IPS 60Hz
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Dell Video Conferencing Monitor P2424HEB 24" Black/Grey 2024

45.9 Creative Work Score
24" 1920x1080 IPS 60Hz
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Dell P Series P2425H 23.8"

43.9 Creative Work Score
23.8" 1920x1080 IPS 100Hz
Why we recommend this

A 100Hz refresh rate and 5ms response time on its 23.8-inch IPS panel, paired with a USB-C port delivering 65W power, set this display apart for productivity tasks. Its 99% sRGB color and 178-degree viewing angles ensure consistent visuals from any angle, while the fully adjustable stand offers height, tilt, swivel, and pivot flexibility. This monitor is best for office workers who need an adaptable, comfortable screen for all-day multitasking across laptops and desktops.

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Dell P2719H 27" Black / Silver

43.7 Creative Work Score
27" 1920 x 1080 IPS 60Hz
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Dell P2425HE 23.8"

43 Creative Work Score
23.8" 1920 x 1080 IPS 100Hz
Why we recommend this

The integrated USB-C hub delivers 65W power delivery and a wired Ethernet port, enabling a single-cable docking solution. Its 100Hz refresh rate and 5ms response time make scrolling noticeably smoother, while the IPS panel covers 99% sRGB for accurate color in documents and spreadsheets. This monitor is best for office workers seeking a clutter-free desk with an ergonomic, fully adjustable stand and built-in network connectivity.

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Dell SE2726H 27" Black

41.3 Creative Work Score
27" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz
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Dell P2422HE 23.8" Black

40.3 Creative Work Score
23.8" 1920x1080 IPS 60Hz
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Dell S2721H 27" Platinum Silver

38.4 Creative Work Score
27" 1920 x 1080 IPS 75Hz
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Dell P2222H 21.5"

38 Creative Work Score
21.5" 1080p IPS 60Hz
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Dell S2425HS 23.8" Silver 2024

36.4 Creative Work Score
23.8" 1920x1080 IPS 100Hz
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Best Monitors under £800 for creative work

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Dell UltraSharp UP3221Q 31.5"

84.5 Creative Work Score
31.5" 3840x2160 IPS 60Hz
Why we recommend this

Built-in Calman powered colorimeter with 3D LUT hardware calibration delivers precise accuracy across its 31.5-inch 4K IPS panel, covering 99.8% DCI-P3 and hitting 1000 nits peak brightness. Thunderbolt 3 with 40 Gb/s daisy-chaining and a 10 Gb/s USB hub streamlines high-res workflows, supported by VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification. This monitor suits colorists and video editors mastering HDR content who demand reference-grade calibration without an external device.

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Dell P3223QE 31.5" Black 2022

67.7 Creative Work Score
32" 3840 x 2160 IPS 60Hz
Why we recommend this

A 31.5-inch 4K IPS panel with 10-bit color depth and 99% sRGB coverage provides sharp, accurate visuals at 350 nits brightness. USB-C connectivity and a fully adjustable stand—height, tilt, swivel, pivot—offer ergonomic flexibility for long workdays. Ideal for office workers and multitaskers needing a large, high-resolution display for spreadsheets, documents, and coding.

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Dell P2720D 27"

53.9 Creative Work Score
27" 2560 x 1440 (2K) IPS 60Hz
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Dell P2720DC 27"

51.8 Creative Work Score
27" 2560 x 1440 IPS 60Hz
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Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" Black

51.6 Creative Work Score
27" 2560 x 1440 180Hz
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Dell S2721Q 27"

44.4 Creative Work Score
27" 3840 x 2160 AMD FreeSync 60Hz
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Dell 884116375722 27" Silver 2021

44.2 Creative Work Score
27" 2560 x 1440 IPS 75Hz
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Dell S2721D 27" silver 2020

40.5 Creative Work Score
27" 2560x1440 IPS 75Hz
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Dell S2721HN 27" Black and Silver 2023

37.8 Creative Work Score
27" 1920x1080 IPS 75Hz
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Dell S S2721DS 27" Black 2020

18.6 Creative Work Score
27" 2560x1440
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Dell Professional P190S 19"

15.6 Creative Work Score
19" 1280 x 1024
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Best Monitors under £1,500 for creative work

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Dell UltraSharp U3223QE 31.5" Black, Silver 2022

78.4 Creative Work Score
31.5" 3840x2160 IPS 60Hz
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Best Monitors under £2,500 for creative work

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Dell UltraSharp 73GTT 30" Black with Silver Base and Back 2016

70.4 Creative Work Score
30" 2560x1600 IPS 60Hz
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