It is important to measure the screen diagonally because this is the standard measurement for computer monitors. Measuring the screen’s height or width alone will not accurately represent the monitor’s dimensions. Pros and Cons of Each Size The best TV for computer monitor use we've tested in the budget category is the Hisense U6/U6K. It's a great TV for use as a PC monitorwith its incredibly low input lag, making your mouse movements smooth and responsive. It doesn't support HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, but it displays chroma 4:4:4 properly with 4k @ 60Hz signals, which is essential for clear text from a PC. It also gets bright enough for a pleasant viewing experience in a bright office, and its contrast is truly excellent for a TV at this price point. For 5K monitors (5120 × 2880 pixels), you can choose regular 16:9 aspect ratio or ultrawide monitors with 21:9 (or above) aspect ratios. The best ultrawide monitors are a great choice for a multi-monitor experience with a single screen.

Maximize your messaging impact with the Narrow Bezel design, drawing attention to the screen’s captivating images. This feature also makes it an ideal candidate for constructing budget-friendly video walls, enhancing the visual appeal of your content. Monitors with a regular aspect ratio are generally better for design work as high-DPI modes in Windows and macOS allow for working in scaled resolutions, which lets users zoom in to manipulate images in incredible detail while rendering pin-sharp text and UI elements.However, ultra-wide monitors present an intriguing alternative that ignores pixel scaling to give professionals acres of screen space for positioning windows, stretching out video-editing timelines, and watching cinematic videos as intended. When choosing which 5K or 8K monitor is best for you, there are several key factors at play. Like any of the best monitors, size isn't everything. Like 4K before it, the best 5K and 8K monitors are another big jump in quality, price, and requirements.

Smart Monitors

For decades the standard refresh rate on televisions has been 60Hz, meaning a maximum of 60 frames per second can be displayed. 120hz 4K televisions are slowly being adopted, primarily by console gamers that want to take advantage of the handful of games that can run at these speeds on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles. Some of these next-generation TVs support VRR or Variable Refresh Rate. Specifically, they support the HDMI VRR standard, part of the HDMI 2.1 specifications. This means that the TV can dynamically adjust its refresh rate to match the frame rate of the console, preventing screen tearing and stutter. The Sony X93L/X93CL is a great overall TV and a possible replacement for the Samsung QN90C/QN90CD QLED. It's not as good when used as a PC monitor, as it has a slightly narrower viewing angle than the Samsung, slightly higher input lag, and a much slower response time with dark transitions. The LG OLED Flex is unique in that it can curve itself; you can use it as a typical flat panel TV or curved in increments up to a 900R curve. However, it's very expensive, only available in a 42-inch size, and has an unremovable stand. While its ability to curve is very welcome when used as a PC monitor, you might be better off just shopping for a curved PC monitor rather than a TV if that's what you're looking for.

Your choice of 8K monitors (7680 × 4320 pixels), is limited, as currently, there aren't many 'affordable' 8K screens beyond the Dell UltraSharp UP3218K. It's an excellent screen in its own right, but we'd like to start seeing this market in particular flourish. There is nothing quite as sharp as 8K. In our experience, the best 8K monitors are significantly more demanding; therefore, most devices cannot output, so it’s essential to ensure that your computer can push to 8K if you are interested. Because of this, 5K is supported by far more devices than 8K. If you're integrating higher resolution displays into your workflow, make sure the output is compatible. How we test the best 5K and 8K monitors Computer monitors are now essential for work, entertainment, and even communication. As technology has advanced, the available options for computer monitor sizes have expanded substantially. The best monitor size can be hard to choose with so many options. Don’t worry; the solution to this problem is in the article “ Computer Monitor Size Comparison With Chart.”

Gaming Monitors

The LG C3 OLED is a fantastic choice for use as a monitor. It has better image processing than the Samsung S90C OLED, as well as DTS and Dolby Vision, both of which Samsung doesn't support. Still, the Samsung is the slightly better choice overall for PC use; it's brighter than the LG, significantly more colorful, and has full 4k @ 144Hz support on all HDMI 2.1 ports. The C3 is also available in smaller sizes than the Samsung, which is great if you want a smaller TV as a monitor.