Monitor Market Prices
Analysis of 90,209 monitor listings to determine current market value.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in 19-22.9 inch screens and 1920 x 1080 resolution, both seeing medians 22% to 33% below the market average. High-end value shifts toward 4K and Ultrawide resolutions, which command premiums of 103% and 104% respectively.
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Price by screen size
Why? Prices scale with panel area, ranging from 76.68 for 19-22.9 in to 179.96 for 28-30.9 in.
Price by maximum resolution
Why? Pixel density drives cost, with 1920 x 1080 at 89.99 and 3440 x 1440 reaching 235.11.
Price by refresh rate
Why? Specialized gaming panels increase cost, from 87.74 at 75 Hz to 279.99 at 360 Hz.
Price by video inputs
Why? Modern connectivity adds value, with VGA D-Sub at 79.99 compared to HDMI 2.0 at 172.75.
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Common questions
What is the price difference between new and used monitors?
New monitors have a median price of 144.49, while used monitors have a median of 121.74.
Which screen size is the most affordable?
The 19 in-22.9 in range is the most affordable with a median price of 76.68.
How much more do 4K monitors cost compared to the market median?
Monitors with 3840 x 2160 resolution have a median of 233.75, which is 103% above the market median.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $40–$408, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 9, 2026.