Display technology: We look for monitors that use IPS (in-plane switching) display panels, not TN (twisted nematic) panels. TN panels are cheaper, but not by much, and IPS panels offer better viewing angles and color reproduction. Our verdict is a simple one: If you need a straightforward, reasonably large monitor for work, and you’d rather not spend a fortune, the AOC Q27V4EA is a great choice. The monitor may also have built-in speakers. On a good multimedia panel, they should be a cut above the typical low-powered versions found on most monitors. As mentioned earlier, if audio output is a deciding factor, look for displays with speakers rated at 2 watts or better. From a practical standpoint, the EX3210R is fairly basic, with no extra ports beyond the HDMI and DP video ports and a stand that provides height adjustment, swivel and tilt. That’s alright by us, though: this is a gaming monitor, after all. Hook it up to a mid-range rig and you won’t be disappointed – especially at this price. The U2723QE sells at a high enough price that you’re not likely to outfit a whole office with them. It would be a good choice for meeting-heavy managers (or other critical workers), especially ones involved in dealing with creative content as one aspect of their job. It’s not a full-on graphic-arts monitor, but it is fine for photo and video work in a pinch, and it's an easy attach/detach for a frequently toted laptop.

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The E27m G4’s 27-inch QHD screen effectively covers the full sRGB color space, and its contrast was slightly better than its rating would indicate. It has all the essential ergonomic features as well. Its main downside is the small and inconveniently placed buttons for navigating the onscreen display (OSD). Who It's For Of course, the stand doesn’t make the monitor. Fortunately, the UltraGear Ergo performed well on test, producing 139% of the sRGB colour gamut and 99% of the wider DCI-P3 colour gamut – which means exuberant colours across the board. It’s reproducing these colours accurately, too, with the colour variance score (Delta E) never exceeding 2. Contrast and luminance are a touch less inspiring, but at 858:1 and 378cd/m² respectively neither one is particularly dire. Just don’t expect anything much from the monitor’s HDR mode. Hard drive retention: Hard drive retention is not available on models with a soldered hard drive, including XPS 9315 2in1, Chromebooks or Venue tablets, except the Venue 11 Pro.

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The Q27V4EA performed well on test, producing 88.7% of the sRGB colour gamut with minimal variation – meaning you’re seeing sRGB content as the creator intended. Contrast reached 850:1, which is par for the course where IPS panels are concerned, while luminance (brightness) peaked at 250cd/m² – good enough for any indoor environment. We’d also point out that this monitor refreshes at 75Hz with a 4ms response time (G2G), meaning it isn’t totally hopeless for gaming. We’ve spent hundreds of hours researching and testing monitors of all shapes and sizes to find the best one for any need (or budget).

Philips 245E1S - 24 Inch QHD Monitor, 75Hz, 4ms, IPS, AMD

Panel technology: As always, IPS LCD panels are the most common kind. IPS panels have decent contrast, great colours and viewing angles and generally higher response times. Some gaming manufacturers use nanoIPS variants with even better colours, though you will pay more for the privilege. HDR: High dynamic range can have a huge impact on the colours and shades of your favourite game or movie. You’ll see a lot of 1440p gaming monitors with DisplayHDR 400 certifications (or similar) – this is the most basic form of HDR available. The number indicates the maximum brightness (in nits) of HDR content on the monitor in question.Extensive connectivity: Easily connect to your devices with DisplayPort (in), DisplayPort (out), USB-C, RJ45, HDMI, 4x SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps and more. The BenQ Mobiuz EX3210R is an incredibly solid 32in curved gaming monitor with good credentials and an even better price tag. This 1440p, 165Hz VA monitor performed well on test, delivering a wide gamut of colours accurately. Contrast and brightness are both good, although the entry-level HDR 400 certification is best ignored – you won’t notice much of a change. But that’s okay: this is a vibrant monitor, and an immersive one too, thanks to that aggressive 1800R curvature. You can classify most monitors into five categories, all of which target different audiences: Budget, Business/Professional, Touch Screen, General Use/Multimedia, and Gaming. Prices vary within each category, depending on the screen size, the panel technology used, and extra features. Budget Monitors

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When we put the Q27P2CA through its paces, it produced a great set of results, indicating that the panel is colourful (max 134% sRGB coverage) and accurate (an average Delta E of 1.16 in sRGB mode). It’s bright and punchy, too – suitable for any working environment from well-lit kitchens to dingy makeshift offices. You’d also expect a high-quality panel, which the EV2795 has in spades. This monitor produced 95% of the sRGB colour gamut with a Delta E colour variance score of 0.58, both phenomenal results. It doesn’t have a particularly wide gamut panel – Adobe RGB and DCI-P3 are sadly out of the equation – but that only rules out a select group of professional video editors. For office duties, there is truly nothing quite like the FlexScan EV2795.A monitor's native resolution is the maximum number of pixels it can display, both horizontally and vertically. For example, a monitor with a 1,920-by-1,080-pixel native resolution shows 1,920 pixels across the width of the screen and 1,080 from top to bottom. The higher the resolution, the more information can be displayed on the screen. Replaced the Acer Predator X25 bmiiprzx with the Dell Alienware AW2524H and renamed it to 'Best 24-25 Inch Gaming Monitor' because it has a higher refresh rate. Size and resolution: On a 24-inch screen, 1080p resolution (1920×1080 pixels) looks reasonably sharp, and text and images should be large enough for most people to see without straining their eyes. Taller monitors, with a 1920×1200 resolution, can provide more usable screen space without an increase in footprint.

AOC Q24P2Q - 24 Inch QHD Monitor, 75Hz, 4ms, IPS, USB Hub

Stands and VESA mount support: We look for stands that can swivel, raise and lower the monitor’s height, and pivot 90 degrees into portrait mode. For cheaper monitors, a stand that can tilt the monitor up and down without wobbling too much is the best you can hope for. All the monitors we recommend support VESA mounts, if you want to hang them on your wall or use a separate monitor arm. Expanded efficiency: The three-sided ultrathin bezel design lets you enjoy an uninterrupted view of your content across multiple monitors, and you can increase your productivity by up to 21% with dual monitors. * With a two-port USB hub complementing the UltraGear Ergo’s HDMI 2 and DP 1.4 ports, the only thing that would have made this panel any more appealing is USB-C. Given the rest of the specs sheet, however, we’re willing to let it slide.While both the Dell Alienware AW2523HF and the ViewSonic XG2431 are both impressive for gaming, you can also get the high-end Dell Alienware AW2524H if you're a dedicated competitive gamer. It'sonly something to get if you're going to take full advantage of it, as it has a higher 500Hz refresh rate than the AW2523HF, but it has a few extra perks for competitive gaming.Besides the refresh rate, one big difference with the AW2524H is that ithas native G-SYNC support, which makes it fully compatible with NVIDIA graphics cards. Color consistency comes standard: See consistent, vibrant colors across a wide viewing angle enabled by In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology. With 99% sRGB coverage, you get precise colors right out of the box. The E27m G4 is a great choice for anyone involved in videoconferencing—and who isn't, these days? It's especially good if you have problems being heard or seen in teleconferences. (Personally, my next monitor is likely to be a conferencing model such as this one to ensure that I am well seen and heard, and that my colleagues are, too.) It's a fine general-purpose office monitor as well. If you're cramped for space, HP has the 1080p HP E24m G4 FHD USB-C Conferencing Monitor, which has all the teleconferencing features of its larger sibling. Computer monitors come in variety of sizes, from 12-inch portable displays (the smallest we’ve reviewed) up to 65-inch panels that bridge the gap between monitors and TVs. Between the two extremes, though, we group most desktop displays into two general categories: business monitors, and entertainment monitors.