Philips 4K UHD Monitor - EasySelect Menu Toggle, LowBlue Mode, Flicker-Free, HDR, VA Display

VA panels at this price point usually mean a compromise somewhere — washed-out colours, sluggish pixel response, or eye-strain after an hour of use. The Philips EasySelect range sidesteps two of those concerns directly: LowBlue Mode filters out the wavelengths most associated with digital eye fatigue, while the flicker-free backlight removes the imperceptible strobing that causes headaches during long sessions. For anyone spending six or more hours a day in front of a screen — whether that's spreadsheets, design work, or video editing — that combination matters more than raw spec numbers.

Who Is This For?

This monitor suits the home-office worker or student who wants a large, colour-rich 4K display without spending north of £250, and who values comfort features over ultra-fast refresh rates. HDR support adds genuine depth to colour gradients in photo editing and streaming. If you're a competitive gamer prioritising response time and high refresh rates, step away — VA panels at this tier aren't built for that. Check our best gaming monitor deals instead.

What Buyers Say

Owners consistently praise the panel's contrast depth — blacks look genuinely dark rather than grey, which is a real VA strength — and the physical build quality feels premium relative to the price. The EasySelect OSD control gets positive mentions for being less fiddly than typical monitor menus. The most common gripe is response time: fast-moving content can produce visible ghosting, which is a known limitation of VA technology at this refresh rate, and HDR implementation is considered basic rather than truly cinematic.

The Deal

Currently £159.00, down from £199.99 — a saving of £40.99. Our price history across 179 data points shows this is both the lowest and highest recorded price, meaning the tracker is relatively new to this product and the "was" price should be treated with some caution. That said, £159 for a 4K HDR VA monitor with comfort features is a solid proposition. A watchful buy, not a panic buy.