How to Pick a Monitor for a Computer
February 03, 2023 By Monica Green
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The lifespan of your present desktop PC can be increased and entertainment and productivity levels raised with a new computer display. All the criteria you should consider when purchasing a monitor are covered in our buying guide.
You must consider your demands before selecting a computer monitor.
The resolution, refresh rate, size, and price are just a few of the qualities that differ between different monitors. You must be aware of your goals and financial constraints.
What Should the Price of a Computer Monitor Be?
Since there are so many alternatives, there is something for everyone in terms of monitor prices, which can vary almost as much as PC prices.
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There are models available for less than $100 if you don't want to spend a lot on a new display, though they are typically smaller than the ideal size, measuring around 20 inches or so. However, the MSRP for the biggest and fanciest models might reach $6,000 or above.
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What Will Be the Function of Your Monitor?
Do you want a professional, general, or gaming monitor?
While a professional display promotes color accuracy for imaging and office-related tasks, a gamer places more importance on quick refresh rates and quick response times. Choose a monitor with an IPS panel if you want to use it mostly for watching videos because they are great for streaming.
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Resolutions on monitors
To create a picture that is clear and well-defined, a greater resolution is necessary. The price rises as the resolution do, too. The majority of displays on the market right now have a 1920 x 1080 (commonly known as 1080p) resolution. This is the minimal resolution we recommend you think about. Other choices for resolution could be, but are not limited to:
- 1280 x 1024
- 1366 x 768
- 1600 x 900
- 1920 x 1080
- 1920 x 1200
- 2560 x 1440 \s3440 x 1440 \s3840 x 2160
There are monitors available that go up to 4K Ultra High Definition (UHD) if you want something better than Full High Definition (FHD) (UHD). Although 4K monitors can achieve resolutions of 3840 x 2160 and higher, keep in mind that these higher resolutions come at a high additional expense.