Ask CG: Best monitor for under $250?

Reader Josh writes,

Hi CrunchGear! I have a quick question concerning LCD monitors. I need a new one but there are so many choices available I don’t know where to start. My three qualifications are that it be around 24-inches, have HDMI and costs less than $250. Obviously cheaper is better, too. I’m a gamer, but don’t obsess about framerates or any of that nonsense. Any suggestions? I’m looking to buy soon so it would be awesome if you could point me at a good sale today.

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