When it comes to sharp image quality, 4K resolution is where you want to be in 2022. Sure, there are 8K screens and even more modest 6K ones(opens in new tab). And lower resolutions deliver higher frame rates on even the best graphics cards. However, 3840 x 2160 sits at the upper echelon of premium viewing experiences for what our eyes need and can perceive. So for most people, whether you're gaming, watching a movie, surfing the web, watching your coworkers call you on the best webcams or getting work done, 4K is an ideal fit. And with one of the best budget 4K monitors, you can get there without going broke.

4K was a luxury that wasn't quite achievable for a reasonably priced PC monitor for years. But as these high-res screens have become more commonplace and the bleeding edge has turned to high refresh rates and full-array local dimming, there's a relatively large assortment of budget 4K monitors that will allow you to take the Ultra HD plunge without shelling out several hundred dollars.

Below are the best budget 4K monitors we've tested. Thankfully, most sell for about $400 or less.