Graphic displays under $ 500 for design, any good options?

Hey everyone, I’m a student trying to improve my setup and I could really use some help. Right now I’m working on a small laptop screen and it’s getting uncomfortable after a few hours. The colors also don’t look great, which makes it harder to trust my work. I’m looking for graphic displays under $500 that can give me better color and a bigger workspace. I’ve looked into a few brands like MSI, Asus, Lenovo, and BenQ, but I’m not sure which ones are worth it. I’ve also noticed that a lot of monitor designs seem similar across different manufacturers, including ones discussed from online, which makes it harder to tell what’s actually good. I don’t mind getting something simple as long as the colors are accurate and it’s comfortable to use. If you’ve used a budget monitor for design, what worked well for you and what should I avoid.