One of the cheapest usable 4K monitors. This ViewSonic now costs 3,997 CZK

4K monitors in the lowest price category are often skimped on – a cheap panel, terrible colors, and then one regrets not buying something better. The ViewSonic VA2708-4K-HD now costs 3,997 CZK with code 2026ALZAEXTRA25 instead of 5,329 CZK and is one of those where saving wasn’t necessary: it has an IPS panel and full 10-bit color depth.

👍 Consider it if you work with text, spreadsheets, or photos and want a sharp image with accurate colors for the least amount of money.
🤔 Hesitate if you play fast-paced games – 60 Hz and a 4 ms response time are insufficient for competitive gaming.
💰 Price: 3,997 CZK for 4K with a 10-bit IPS panel and anti-glare coating; an HDMI cable is included.

Ten bits make a difference for an affordable 4K

Most monitors in this price range have an 8-bit panel, which can display approximately 16.7 million colors. 10 bits can display over a billion, which is mainly noticeable in subtle transitions – on the sky, in smoke, or in shadows, you don’t see banding, but a smooth transition. This is precisely why this monitor is suitable for photo editing, not just office work.

On 27 inches, the 4K resolution of 3840 × 2160 provides a density of around 163 pixels per inch, so text is as sharp as print, and significantly more content fits on the screen than on Full HD. The anti-glare surface suppresses reflections in a bright room, and the native contrast of 1200:1 is above average for an IPS panel (the usual standard is 1000:1). It also features two HDMI ports and DisplayPort 1.4, a blue light filter, Flicker-free technology for longer work without eye fatigue, and an HDMI cable is included in the package. Customers on Alza rate the monitor 4.7 out of 5.

Not for gaming

It’s important to be clear here: 60 Hz and a 4 ms response time are values for work and movies, not for gaming. In competitive shooters, you will be significantly disadvantaged, and even in single-player games, you will notice that the image is not as smooth as on a 144Hz panel, provided you achieve higher fps. Anyone who wants to game should opt for a monitor with a higher refresh rate – even at the cost of lower resolution.

The second limitation is the brightness of 250 nits, which is low – by a window on a sunny day, the image will appear dim, and HDR support should be taken more as a formality in the specifications. And because the monitor does not have a height-adjustable stand, for an ergonomic position, consider a VESA mount (75 × 75). However, for office work, working with text, spreadsheets, photos, and watching movies, it is one of the most sensible 4K monitors you can buy right now for under four thousand.

Do you work on a 4K monitor, or is Full HD enough for you?