I've been testing one of Amazon's cheapest 240Hz monitors, and now it's top of my list for Black Friday
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It wouldn’t be Black Friday without budget monitors haunting my waking dreams, and this year I’ve been thinking about lesser-known brands. Specifically, I’ve been wondering about KOORUI models that often dominate the retailer’s seasonal sales with rock bottom prices, and thanks to their 240Hz 1080p model I can confirm the company isn’t too cheap to be true.
What to expect when shopping for KOORUI monitors during Black Friday
As a monitor reviewer, recommending cheap screens during Black Friday can be super tricky. I would love to spend lots of time reviewing super cheap displays, but there are far too many discount brands out there to cover. So, I instead to try tactically check out the panels I think will be of most benefit to you, the reader, and KOORUI’s 240Hz model checked that box this year.
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When I use the phrase “Amazon brands”, I don’t mean a monitor that the retailer itself has put together. Instead, I’m referring to the countless array of obscure names that you’ll find when browsing for screens, as there are a lot of them. More often than not, these brands will also be shoving very low prices at you while you shop, and working out whether to take a chance on a name you’ve never heard of isn’t always easy.
Ultimately, I’d suggest not jumping on a brand until someone you trust has tried it out first. Naturally, I’d suggest checking back in with me at GamesRadar+ for reviews and insights, as it’s my job to deal with the uncertainty of obscure brands. So far, my hands-on experience with KTC and KOORUI monitors has helped me recommend two models alongside a list of strengths and weaknesses, and I’m planning on giving more discount models the green light in the year ahead.
As for whether cheap Amazon-branded monitors are worth it, I’d say they absolutely can be. The issue more lies with working out which options you can actually trust, and there’s unfortunately no straight answer to that question. Even big names can end up in hot water due to technical issues or design failings, and the only real way to save yourself from bad purchases is by doing your homework before clicking buy.
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