Black Friday monitor deals are in hibernation right now, but you'll be able to pounce on panel price cuts and display discounts again this November. I'm fully expecting there to be a fresh roster of offers alongside familiar favorites this year ranging from premium OLED models to cheep and cheerful IPS displays with speedy refresh rates.
The best gaming monitor race has a bunch of new contenders for 2025, and none of them will be immune to Black Friday discounts. There are also more QD-OLED screens on the scene than ever, so if you fancy something with a Quantum Dot kick, you'll have more options to choose from this year. However, while the most expensive models usually receive the biggest discounts, it's well worth pairing a panel with your gaming PC or console that suits the games you actually play along with the specs you need.
It's still early days, but here's a look into what to expect from Black Friday monitor deals in 2025. My rundown includes models to watch out for that I've put to the test and bargains that will serve up an excellent balance between specs and price.
FAQ
When will Black Friday gaming monitor deals start?
Black Friday gaming monitor deals are going to kick off on November 28 in 2025. 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
Black Friday gaming monitor deals: What to expect
First things first, premium gaming monitors are almost guaranteed to get a price cut. Out of all the screens out there right now, the LG UltraGear 32GS95UE-B is the one that could be a game changer this Black Friday. At full price, it'll set you back $1,399.99, and we're already seeing discounts take it down under $1,000. There's every chance the dual 4K/1080p resolution panel will become a star buy and drop under $1,000, but it'll likely take a couple of months for it to drop.
Out the gate, we managed to get an excellent introductory discount on the new Samsung Odyssey OLED G6, with the 1440p monitor dropping to under $600. Even now, the 360Hz screen is down from $799 to $699 at Amazon, so we'll hopefully see it drop even further during Black Friday.
We're expecting much the same from the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 too this year, as it managed to drop less than last year's best Black Friday price during the Spring. Ideally, you'll want to wait for it to break through that $1,000 barrier, but if you see it for around $1,100 during the big day, you'll still get getting a nice offer. If you're looking for something bigger and less curvy, the exceptional OLED Philips Evnia 42M2N8900 is worth keeping an eye on, and it's already down to $899 from $1,179.99 ahead of the winter sale.
On the cheaper side of things, you'll absolutely want to keep an eye on brands like KTC. It's always worth doing your homework in regards to 'Amazon brands', but if our KTC G27P6 review is anything to go by, you'll be able to grab an outstanding 1440p 240Hz OLED screen for significantly less than branded alternatives. We'll be keeping an eye out for even cheaper screens that don't compromise on specs too, so watch this space for more reviews and benchmarks.
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.
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.
Throughout the year, we test countless different gaming monitor models, which in turn helps us recommend true deals during Black Friday. If a tested monitor doesn't meet our standards, we don't recommend picking it up in the sale, and we'll also provide pros and cons alongside price analysis. Simply put, no matter how good the deal is, quality and value come first.
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.
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