Monitors

ViewSonic VG2401mh Review

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One of the major downsides of G-Sync and FreeSync technology is vendor lock-in, since AMD cards won’t work at 144Hz with G-Sync screens, and vice versa. ViewSonic has taken a different approach with the VG2401mh, though, which supports a fixed 144Hz refresh rate, regardless of whether your graphics card has an Nvidia or AMD GPU. … Read more

ViewSonic VP2780-4k Review

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ViewSonic tries to muscle into the professional market with a new 4K screenNot long ago, I covered ViewSonic’s VX2880ml, a 28″ 4K screen for less than £500. The problem with that display was that it only supported 30Hz in 4K resolution, making it less than optimal for gamers.Learning from those lessons clearly, the VP2780-4K is … Read more

Benq RL2755HM Review

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Need more control over your gaming display? Look no further The Benq RL2755HM has been engineered for gamers, to get the best possible resolution and refresh rates while offering one or two other subtle extras to help the gamer enjoy the experience more.The full HD TN panel measures 27 inches and offers a 1ms response … Read more

LG 34UC87 34” 21:9 Monitor

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LG 34UC87 at the top of the computer monitor game with a curved 34” UWQHD beauty On a desk, this monitor is beautifully imposing. With a 34” diagonal size and 21:9 display ratio, it’s like having two monitors glued into a single display – stunning. There aren’t as many pixels on this panel (3440×1440) as … Read more

BenQ GW2765HT

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Looking for an IPS, WQHD monitor for under £300? Then read on…Despite advances in monitor technology, trying to find a good IPS display that can hit WQHD resolutions for under £ is still something of a gamble. There are a number of them available, but finding the right one, with decent connectivity and from a … Read more

Philips Brilliance BDM3470UP

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Another wondrous widescreen, but this time with a pro bent We’re broad. We’re broad. We’re broader than Broadway, sings Philips as it delivers its latest ultra-wide monitor. The Brilliance BDM3470UP is a 34-inch slab of AH-IPS panel that adds extra drama and spectacle to any game you care to throw its way. The 21:9 aspect … Read more

Eizo Foris FS2434 Review

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Eizo Foris FS2434 – A top-notch 1080p monitor with lots of extras Eizo is best known for making monitors aimed at graphic designers, publishers and other professional users. The Eizo Foris FS2434 monitor is therefore a surprise because it’s aimed squarely at everyday users. It’s more expensive than other 24in 1080p monitors, but it more … Read more

Phillips 274E5 Monitor

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The first two characters of the Philips 274E5’s model number give the clue that this is a 27“ monitor. With a thin black bezel, the LCD monitor offers an effective viewing area of 597.89 by 336.31mm with an aspect ratio of 16:9 and an optimum resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels at 60Hz. [wpsm_toplist] [sc … Read more

Samsung U28D590 Review

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Samsung U28D590 – Samsung generally comes up with some pretty decent everyday monitors, but it’s the more elaborate and higher-tech models that get the most attention. As you can imagine, then, a 4K monitor from Samsung is certainly cause for excitement, but can it live up to its expectations?

The Samsung U28D590 is classed as a gaming monitor, with a 28″ TN panel and a 1 ms response time. The maximum resolution is, as usual, 3840 x 2160, and there’s the standard typical 1000:1 contrast ratio. Interestingly, the dynamic contrast ratio is a little difficult to mention. Every time we tried to get an actual number, we were presented with a dynamic contrast ratio of mega’, whatever that means. Needless to say, we imagine it’s quite a lot.

Samsung U28D590

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We were quite surprised by the lack of connectivity from this Samsung model. There are just a pair of HDMI ports and a DisplayPort, with an audio output port located in between. Again, as with the Dell unit, the HDMI ports are version 1.4, so the only 60Hz 4K images you’ll see are all going to via the DisplayPort, and you’ll also lose the ability to connect a VGA or DVI cable without some sort of conversion. There’s also no built-in USB hub or speakers either.

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Asus PB287Q Review

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Asus PB287Q Review – Asus, much like Dell, was one of the first companies to offer 4K monitors to the masses as long ago as late 2013. Back then, though, the screens were going, so only those with extremely deep pockets ever managed to sample UHD before the rest of us.

Clearly, Asus has some experience in the 4K arena, and the model we have here was launched last year to much applause and high praise, especially as it was so reasonably priced at that time, so we were expecting something rather good.

Asus PB287Q Review

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The Asus PB287Q is a 28″ TIM panel, with a 1ms response time and a dynamic contrast ratio of 100,000,000:1. There are a pair of HDMI ports (both of which are of the v1.4 30Hz variety) and a single DisplayPort running at 60Hz. You’ll find a pair of 2W speakers, but sadly there’s no USB hub.

Build quality for the Asus is okay, and it offers tilt, pivot and height adjustment, as well as VESA wall mounting. While it doesn’t feel like a cheap plastic unit, we found the movement a little stiff, and there were some creaks and groans from the casing as we moved the screen around.

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Samsung S24D590PL

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Samsung S24D590PL – A stylish 24in monitor with great image quality.

Samsung’s previous 24in monitors have been all style and not much substance, but the Samsung S24D590PL is different. It’s attractive with a super-slim appearance that is in complete contrast to the majority of monitors (such as the Dell UZ2215H below), and it has good image quality too.

Samsung S24D590PL

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The sturdy, angular, metallic-effect stand is certainly unusual but very classy, and won’t take up much space on a crowded desktop. You can only tilt the monitor because there’s no height or swivel adjustment, but this isn’t unusual in a monitor at this price. It lacks built-in speakers, but these invariably provide dire sound quality so this is no great drawback. You’re always much better off using external speakers or headphones.

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Dell UZ2215H

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A monitor with some unusual built-in features. The UZ2215H Review is the first monitor we’ve seen from Dell in quite some time that doesn’t include ergonomic features such as height adjustment and screen rotation. Plus, which is a little pricey for a 1080p 21.5in monitor. [wpsm_toplist] [sc name=”ad 2″] It’s hardly a bare-bones monitor though. … Read more