BEST Monitors for Productivity GUIDE (2024)

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If you're looking to buy a new monitor and wondering: WHICH MONITOR SHOULD I BUY FOR WORK? - I've got you covered. In this video. I'll guide you through choosing the BEST MONITOR for your needs, whether you're buying one exclusively for PRODUCTIVITY, or buying one for productivity AND GAMING. I'll run through the different sizes, including ULTRAWIDE MONITORS, SCREEN TECHNOLOGIES, aspect ratios, REFRESH RATES, curve depths, resolutions, and lots more crucial features (including crucial considerations for MAC USERS).
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0:00 Why listen to me?
0:55 Which size and aspect ratio?
1:52 How much curve?
2:48 Resolution and PPI (pixels per inch)
4:41 TN / VA / IPS / MINI-LED / OLED
5:58 Colour accuracy (DCI-P3 / ADOBE RGB / sRGB)
6:55 GOOD, FAST, and CHEAP
7:15 Productivity AND GAMING considerations
9:16 Don't disregard ports and connectivity
11:22 Control TWO devices with ONE keyboard and mouse (KVM)
12:19 Things to AVOID!
13:42 Future-proofing your monitor (updates)
14:01 MY MONITOR RECOMMENDATIONS
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@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

Hey everyone! Thanks for checking out this week's video! What does your current monitor setup look like? Any dual-screen people still out there? 😉 If your interested in one of the monitors I've mentioned in this video, then check out the links to the full reviews of those monitors in the description and... have a wonderful day!

@Dudleydogg 25 күн бұрын

2 49's over under using a Dual Mount just trying to find virtual monitor manager so far none of them work as expected

@elliotpolanco159 24 күн бұрын

do you prefer the higher resolution neo g9 over the OLED g9?

@Dudleydogg 24 күн бұрын

@@elliotpolanco159 i moved away from 4k actually opting for better frame rate. and I do a lot of photo shop work, the 1440 resolution is just fine.

@alvinjosephanoba7227 24 күн бұрын

Sir what 4K OLED Ultrawide monitor do you recommend for freelancers? and what size? thanks a lot regards from the Philippines. 😊

@douglasmelo7212 14 күн бұрын

I went to buy the Samsung G9 57inch using Your link above but it is not showing the monitor. Do you know why ? Thanks

@TechAuditTV 2 күн бұрын

I tell ya, these videos just get better and better.

@PeteMatheson 2 күн бұрын

👏🏼 thanks man!

@KevinDavyWhite Ай бұрын

I would absolutely love for you to do a review of this new Dell U4025QW! When I saw you were using it in your last video, I started checking your channel every day to see this review.

@adamrennie9170 Ай бұрын

YES!!! This is the video of been anxiously waiting for!!! Thank you Pete!

@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

🙌🏼 Awesome to hear! haha. Very welcome man :) Hope it helped

@louisefindlay23 Ай бұрын

Yes, please review the 40” Dell UW. I have an older 34” model and I'm curious how it's improved. The press to drop down USB ports are cool. Been a fan of LG UWs but the KVM/Hub is a gamechanger for multiple devices (personal and gaming) and USB-C for Macbooks. So simple to switch my keyboard between devices even though it's Bluetooth, KVM is so much easier.

@druggles1 19 күн бұрын

Excellent video! This was a big help in narrowing my selection.

@dlgoetz Ай бұрын

Yes, please review Dell 40 inch

@thecloudtherapist 21 күн бұрын

Very clear, precise and useful guide. Thanks.

@cybermuse6917 Ай бұрын

Make the review on the DELL 40 inch please haha!!!! Been waiting for an in-depth review for ages! If you could feature Windows experience alongside Mac that would be amazing! Too much Mac only reviews.

@LukeMancell 2 күн бұрын

Great video, really informative. Thanks

@sam_yyz Ай бұрын

Pete, as always, amazing content. You’re the reviewer I relate to more than any other due to our similar stage in life, family situation, mix of gaming and productivity, etc. I know these videos are a ton of work, but know that at least one viewer out there is stoked every time you post something. Having said all of that, I’m really interested in your opinion of the Dell 40” you mention in this video. I just bought one recently and the dark fringing around the edges of the monitor was so bad that I had to send it back. e.g. When my email inbox was on the left, the list of folders would have a grey background and the list of emails more toward the center would be white background as expected. Is this just a reality of IPS Black panels and their viewing angles, or did I get a dud?

@sobolanul82 Ай бұрын

I bought the 40" Dell as an all-rounder for programming, multimedia and gaming. Its simply superb.

@KevinDavyWhite Ай бұрын

I bet it is. 👌🏾

@WilliamBrauner-ie4yq 18 күн бұрын

Which 40” Dell did you buy?

@sobolanul82 18 күн бұрын

@@WilliamBrauner-ie4yq Dell U4025QW

@sobolanul82 18 күн бұрын

@@WilliamBrauner-ie4yqDell U4025QW

@sobolanul82 18 күн бұрын

@@WilliamBrauner-ie4yq did you got my reply? I don't know how KZfaq works but my 2 replies were deleted. So I bought the 40" 5K wide curve with 120Hz. I will not write the model again to not trigger another comment delete.

@JohnWi11is Ай бұрын

I’ve made a few monitor buying guides and review videos but this is HANDS DOWN the best and most comprehensive video I’ve seen on KZfaq!! Amazing job Pete!! 🔥

@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

Ah you legend! Haha, thanks so much man. Appreciated!

@abell8625 Ай бұрын

Thanks! This is exactly the video I needed

@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

Woop! Glad to assist 🙌🏼

@darcsentor 13 күн бұрын

Great video. I’m running the Dell 5k2k monitor at the moment, nice clear text for coding. Would love a 42” 8k monitor but as I’m needing more virtual space as well.

@EduardoTalaveraMoncada 23 күн бұрын

Say Pete, what an excellent Video. Very Ilustrative and informing. Quesion: With a MAc Studio, M2, 64ram an 1tb of sdd and 38 core GPU, what ultrawide would you recommend? I currently have 3 27 inch 2660x1440 monitors.

@batmanonabike3119 Ай бұрын

Very thorough and useful video.

@PeteMatheson 27 күн бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏼🙌🏼

@oneonefour11pirrama60 26 күн бұрын

Thanks Pete there's a lot of information , but in your opinion which OLED curved is the better on the market for Mac's as I do a lot of reading .... lots .... sometimes have to be reformatted from jpeg to PDF and it gets compromised in terms of clarity. I love the idea of curved but the prices are up there ! Currently I use a 28 samsung which is 3 yrs old . Shall I go a double monitor or go OLED ? I love the idea of having may tabs opened at a glance like you did on the video Thanks

@alexbaldwin2722 27 күн бұрын

Sam and Dave background music

@PeteMatheson 27 күн бұрын

Haha! Thank you 🙏🏼 More epic tracks to follow!

@louisefindlay23 Ай бұрын

Totally agree for USB-C for Macs. While HDMI to USB-C adapters do work for my ultrawides, the convenience of USB-PD for a single cable providing power, display, and peripherals (if it has a Hub/KVM).

@CaseyHardman 10 күн бұрын

I've been using the new Dell U4025QW for a few months and it's easily the best monitor I've ever used. I do a lot of video/photo editing and occasional gaming, and the colors and refresh rate are perfect for my needs. My 42" LG C2 was amazing for gaming, but I will never go back to an OLED for productivity.

@christianduletzke2045 Ай бұрын

been watching for a year now, seen you get every single monitor I've been wanting

@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! :)

@danimoosakhan Ай бұрын

This has to be the best guide about buying monitors on YT. 😊 U pretty much cover everything that an average buyer needs to know when purchasing monitors.

@PeteMatheson 27 күн бұрын

Thank you! 🙌🏼

@Othmanbaradwan 21 күн бұрын

Best guide to buy a monitor, thank you sir!

@therdku Ай бұрын

Please review the Dell U40245QW. I have the 34" 2021 3440x1440p model and for a long time I was saying that this would be the perfect monitor if it had a higher than 60hz refresh rate. Now Dell has updated both the 34 and 40 inch one and I am also curious how much different the IPS Black technology is as opposed to regular 1000:1 IPS. I am considering upgrading to the new 34" or the 40" one, though, the latter comes with a mandatory, very expensive GPU as well :P

@vanhandling5358 Ай бұрын

Please review the 40 inch dell, i am currently considering to switch from a 3×27 inch setup to just the 40 inch dell. I would also love a comparison from the 40 inch dell to a 49 inch ultra wide. Fingers crossed :-)

@zaryl2k Ай бұрын

I just got a Mac Mini M2 Pro base model to go with my Dell G3223Q 4K 144Hz 32" monitor. The graphics look superb! but one thing boggles me is that, i can't get the HDR option for resolutions other than 1080p (everything is too large) or 2160p (too small). i liked 1440p but no HDR option for it. Do i need to install app like EasyRes or BetterDisplay to get the HDR? or Dell monitors lack support for the non integer scaled resolutions?

@alexandermuller4298 29 күн бұрын

I am searching for an Monitor for Studying and first of all reading many articles in splitscreen. I prefer the Apple products (iPad Pro, MacBook and MacStudio). Have you any preference of monitor here ? Thanks 🙏

@Seveer1313 24 күн бұрын

I was just getting ready to pull the trigger on the 57" and this video came on while I was examining and reviewing my cart, then suddenly you said youre back to the 40" Dell. Why now Im nervous to pull the trigger

@afrazier93 5 күн бұрын

Please review the Dell 40 inch. Also a quick note on the Microsoft Excel experience on the monitor would be helpful as you talk about productivity.

@dhavalshah9449 13 күн бұрын

I prefer 2 monitors since i connect to Citrix for office work. So Citrix can occupy one monitor in full-screen mode, and allow me the do Alt+Tab to switch between apps within my office citrix session.

@30anerds 28 күн бұрын

Yes. REALLY want a review of the Dell 40" So tempted with this monitor. Debating it and the 49" Samsung OLED. There are NO decent reviews of that Dell monitor, so please please make it!

@anpan6282 28 күн бұрын

What is the name of that that auto tracking web cam you have on your monitor?

@LarryNgetich Ай бұрын

My current setup is a 34" main monitor in the middle then two 27" screens flanking both sides. I like the setup because the pixel density is the same across all screens and the portrait screens are great for browsing, reading ebooks, side tasks and shopping.

@TheTechEffect_ 12 күн бұрын

Which 32:9 display(s) support multiple concurrent sources and seamless KVM USB switching which alternating between sources?

@ajlee6318 2 күн бұрын

Many thanks for the informative video. I really like an OLED display but am worry about the burn in issue as I am mainly using it for work. Please advise if this is a concern with today's OLED monitors.

@PeteMatheson 2 күн бұрын

I've owned oleds for a few years now. TVs, monitors, for games, TV, Mac and windows, and not once have I suffered burn in. Yes there are cases where I've seen people have been affected, but it's definitely the minority 👍🏼 Anti burn in tech is getting better and better every year, so every year it's even less of an issue

@ajlee6318 2 күн бұрын

@@PeteMatheson Thanks again for the info Pete. One last questions, With a budget of under $1,500, what is your recommendation of a 32" to 40" OLED primary for casual work monitor hooking up to a Alienware desktop which I am planning to get. Really appreciate your advise and info!🙏

@tomquimby8669 13 күн бұрын

So no flicker PWM dimming mention. Which are eye safe? which have low blue light mode?

@djshineboy Ай бұрын

How does a Mac not scale right? I have a Macbook and an iPad Pro and never had any issues with scaling when connected to a 4k 32inch screen. Is that with specific screen sizes and resolutions? And the scaling of some programs in Windows is far from perfect. So my experience is the other way around.

@batmanonabike3119 Ай бұрын

This channel deserves more attention

@bndfishing 11 күн бұрын

For a person who doesn't game, at all, and is just looking at office productivity, what do you recommend? Currently I have 2 27" positioned center and right, a 34" wide screen in portrait on the left, and a 25" in upper right position. I want to try an ultra wide to replace 3 normal panels and keep my portrait display (I split the screen and keep outlook mail and calendar stacked). I keep open 8-10 applications/windows most days, it's all PowerPoint, Word, excel, web browser, and stuff like that. Suggestions for choosing a great wide-screen?

@PeteMatheson 9 күн бұрын

Simple! This one... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/briWaNNyv63cY3k.html

@BadLTD 29 күн бұрын

Any fix for scaling when using curved monitor's alongside a MacBook laptop?

@DJPrestPasta Ай бұрын

Hey! Did you link the pixels per inch website for mac users? I didn’t find it in the description of the video 😣

@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

Sorry! Here it is! www.displayninja.com/what-is-pixel-density/

@bernardpeh5835 8 күн бұрын

Super comprehensive coverage, I would know cos I had filtered all those measures. However, neck strain is core to me, as such I try to not to touch 40 inch (16:9) and above, thus I had moved on to curved ultra wide namely. I am 6 ft tall.

@__improwise__ 26 күн бұрын

Once you have gone to a true 8K monitor at 65" there just isn't anything else that can compare for productivity. 4 x 32" 4K monitors without bezels is impossible to beat. Eagerly awaiting Pete's review of the QN900 :) It is basically a flat glossy version of the Neo G9 57" with twice the number of pixels. No, it isn't perfect (no monitor / TV is), but it made me return both the Neo G9 57" and the Asus PG32UCDM when looking for the best one monitor setup. YMMV of course.

@dimitrijenanusevski7872 25 күн бұрын

What is more game immersive, 40 inch screen with 21:09 aspect ratio or 49 inch screen with 32:9

@flyingpj Ай бұрын

Hey man great video, just saw one issue. At 10:00 you said the 4090 doesn't support HDMI 2.1. I know you meant to say DisplayPort 2.1 which the 4090 doesn't have, but it certainly has HDMI 2.1. Can you get a correction added to the video at that part?

@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

Ah yep! Fair point, this was badly scripted. The issue I meant to explain was that even with a 4090, some of the larger monitors can’t run full native resolution at 240hz due to some weird issue. Will add a correction 👍🏼

@Frederick_King 20 күн бұрын

Please review the Dell 40 inch ultrawide...

@julianpbt7942 25 күн бұрын

Hi! You mention that the 49 inch g9 has USB-C connectivity for macbooks, but in your review video of it a couple of months ago you say it doesnt. Could you please clarify which one of the two it is :)?

@PeteMatheson 25 күн бұрын

Haha! I was confused too - it seems there is a newer model that has USB-C, but it also didn't have the Tizen interface - I need to look into it more but I believe there are currently 2 versions that you can buy. The one I reviewed, and one that we bought in recently for another video which had the extra USB-C connection.

@julianpbt7942 24 күн бұрын

@@PeteMatheson thanks a lot!!

@gautammehra7156 Ай бұрын

man how are you only on 172k your content is worth much more

@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

🙌🏼 appreciate the kind comments! Glad your enjoying the content 🔥

@valentinomc 7 күн бұрын

I saw a fantastic 2024 model monitor at Best Buy, but it’s not ideal for productivity. However, I believe LG will soon release a similar monitor with a higher pixel density. Great video :)

@CoIdplayer 28 күн бұрын

A correction here: macOS can in fact scale (as you put it "independant of the resolution"). Apple just - for whatever reason - describes its scaling in resolution to give you a sense what to expect. Actually it uses the native resolution of the panel. Actually, it scaled far better for years than Windows. But Windows cought up. (I am a Mac user just recently)

@cranbers Күн бұрын

Thunderbolt 4 USB c cable to HDMI 2.1 cable gets me 7680x2@2160 120hz for productivity on a 2 year laptop.

@sourie 17 күн бұрын

No comment about text clarity and burning in productivity with OLED ?

@olivierleirman411 Ай бұрын

Do you also have a video about which monitor arms you use and like?

@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

No I don't, but it's on the ideas list now!

@olivierleirman411 Ай бұрын

@@PeteMatheson 🥳🥳🥳

@motivational7531 17 күн бұрын

The Dell Ultrawide 34" OLED is perfect from all aspects

@crelliseng Ай бұрын

I’ve been torn for months. I’ve tried really hard to make one of the qdoled options work for me. Everything from a 32”, to a 34” ultrawide, to a 55” TV. Recently I’ve been using the Dell 40 and it feels like the right size and aspect ratio, but it’s so expensive for what features I’m actually using. For the same price I can get the 57” Samsung which rtings suggests is better in every way after calibration. Samsung is supposed to announce some new monitors in 2 weeks, but that’s past my return deadline for the Dell. Would feel bad if a 57” QD oled gets announced and I’m stuck with the Dell. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a great monitor, just I’ve had my eye on upgrading my 34” qd oled with something bigger that supports 4k.

@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

Haha! Yeah I’m hoping and crossing everything for a 57” OLED, but I feel like that’ll be a next year release … but I reeeeeeally hope I’m wrong!

@crelliseng Ай бұрын

@@PeteMatheson Right? The Dell seems fantastic, but it’s been really hard to choose between the it and the 57”. Do you run both on different set ups? Or did you replace the Samsung with the Dell?

@-musiclee- Ай бұрын

I have a Monoprice 49”. Paid $700 Itching to buy the 59” Samsung Have a MBP M1-Max But I’d have to dish out $1,800 😢. No gaming just productivity. Work. Audio editing What to do

@bs_art3625 Ай бұрын

Would love to see the dell 40” reviewed

@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

Hopefully soon! If Dell say yes!

@robg6688 3 күн бұрын

You’re talking my language with those ultra wide monitors! But am worried about burn in with the OLEDs. Should I be?

@bilbobagend8155 2 күн бұрын

OLEDs WILL degrade over time. It isn't a matter of if, but when. If you baby it by turning the screen off while away, or keeping as many static images away from it as possible, you should be able to get a few solid years out of it. Owning an OLED is being on a timer, but during the honeymoon phase, your experience should generally be superior in most ways to any other panel type (other than your constant worrying about burn in.)

@PeteMatheson 2 күн бұрын

I've owned oleds for a few years now. TVs, monitors, for games, TV, Mac and windows, and not once have I suffered burn in. Yes there are cases where I've seen people have been affected, but it's definitely the minority 👍🏼 crack on and enjoy your monitor. Anti burn in tech is getting better and better every year, so every year it's even less of an issue

@bilbobagend8155 2 күн бұрын

A thing to note about "anti burn in tech" is that it works by uniformly burning in the pixels to prevent image retention. This inevitably means that your max brightness will dim over time, but it shouldn't be noticeable for a long time, given the insane contrast OLEDs provide.

@ynwa3573 26 күн бұрын

The 57” Samsung is my dream monitor. But I heard people are experiencing issues with that particular monitor. So I am not willing to spend $3k just to deal with issues

@Seveer1313 20 күн бұрын

just returned my 3rd one they all have had several pixels out and two died within 4 days power up but no display I just got an Ark and its got lines so Im officially donw w Samsung just dont know what to do now

@martinesquivel5434 9 күн бұрын

I have not experienced anything bad with it, also managed to get it for 1800 dollars.

@davidhardin129 2 күн бұрын

You didn't reference text clarity on OLEDs being a problem, any comment on that Pete?

@Todeskulte_enttarnt 2 күн бұрын

Text clarity for me is most important. OLED is not better than others? Is QLED an advantage or disadvante to usual 4K?

@davidhardin129 Күн бұрын

@@Todeskulte_enttarnt OLED has a number of issues because of the cubpiel layout being different from what is expected. IPS/TN/VA Panels don't have this issue. Hence you might be better off with Nano IPS or any other variant. I wanted to know why this wasn't part of the video though..

@Todeskulte_enttarnt Күн бұрын

@@davidhardin129 I think about an 43"TV 4K as monitor, because they are cheaper than monitors. Do you know, if QLED (Q, not O) is an advantage or disadvante to usual 4K acc. text clarity or brightness?

@davidhardin129 Күн бұрын

@@Todeskulte_enttarnt looks like QLED subpixel layout isn't normal either. You'd probably get some text fringing.

@valentino1601 Ай бұрын

Hello.I need help guys... Can someone confirm me it is possible to put a 1024x768 resolution on a 34" monitor? Can someone who have that type of monitor check it for me.? Thanks for help

@jeromerusselldemusicologist Ай бұрын

Why would you wanna do that? Are you a mac or pc user?

@zaiivonhest 19 күн бұрын

Impossible to make a decision. Just came from another video where he said g9 was notngood at all for productivity due to the fact that ppi too low and pixels are visible on text.

@elliotpolanco159 2 күн бұрын

I have the g9 oled, i want to sell my oled g9 because of the low ppi, i use it for productivity and can't stand it, i want the neo g9 57 inch

@zaiivonhest Күн бұрын

@@elliotpolanco159 Ended up buying the MSI 34" 341CQP. Been programming 10+ hour days without problem. And its not too big so I can still have a vertical screen next to it

@ganzeige 16 күн бұрын

In my opinion the perfect monitor would have the following specs: 49 inch diagonal, 32:9, 4K, 240Hz, MiniLED, 1800R curve, flat stand. The monitor that fits most of those specs is the Samsung Odyssey G9 57 inch monitor. But sadly it is way too big, and therefore too tightly curved...

@pym75 15 күн бұрын

sound on monitor is useful for devices that does not have, like raspberry pi :-).

@sir1junior Ай бұрын

The ARK looks so ridiculous 😭

@CThienV 18 күн бұрын

Im still on the lookout for a solution to replace my triple 24inch monitors. Any pointers?

@Skidamarinkk Ай бұрын

"Best monitors to empty your wallet"

@PeteMatheson Ай бұрын

Oh man, this is so true 😅

@selectadee 24 күн бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

@jonahhekmatyar 2 күн бұрын

1450 on the website right now. I might get one closer to 4th of july if they go on an even better sale. Just a little lame the 4090 doesn't support DP 2.1 otherwise I'd have already bought one 😅