Everyone is using a computer either for their work or entertainment purposes. And for this right monitor can significantly enhance your visual experience. But in India, multiple types of monitors are available in the market.
So I am writing this blog post to help you in deciding the best monitor for your requirements.
Things to consider before buying a monitor
The things to consider before buying a monitor are
Types of Monitors
Different types of monitors are available for different kinds of needs. So choose the right type of monitor according to your needs.
Normal Monitor
Normal Monitors are simple and standard monitors nothing fancy like other monitors.
The Aspect ratio of a Normal monitor is 16:9. This type of monitor is available in different resolutions like 1366 x 768, 1600 x 900, 1920 × 1080, 3840 × 2160, and 2560 × 1440.
Smart Monitor
A smart Monitor is like having a feature of a smart TV in a Normal monitor.
Smart Monitor has features like Mouse and keyboard support, Smart TV apps, IoT Hub, Office 365, Apple Airplay, Dex, Speakers, and Remote.
Curved Monitor
Curved Monitor has a Curved Display and is made to provide more comfort to your eyes.
The Aspect ratio of the ultrawide monitor is 16:9 or 21:9. 1080p or 4K are the two most popular resolutions for a curved monitor. But 5K or 8K resolutions are also available in curved monitors.
Ultrawide Monitor
Ultrawide monitors have ultrawide displays which provide you the experience of 2 displays in one monitor.
The Aspect ratio of the ultrawide monitor is 21:9 or 32:9. Ultrawide monitor is useful when you want to look at many things at the same time.
The ultrawide monitor has no use in case of media consumption. As media content is produced to consume in 16:9 display. So extra space in the display has no use in that case.
Screen Resolution
Selecting Screen resolution is very important for selecting a monitor. Full HD(1920*1080) is the standard resolution and is it more than sufficient for normal tasks. But for photo editing, video editing, or other specific task, depending on that work, you can also consider your screen resolution.
Monitor Screen size also plays a crucial for selecting screen resolution. Bigger screens having less resolution give poor quality of visuals on screen.
Upto 24inch monitor Full HD is sufficient. 27inch to 32-inch 1440(2560*1440) is better.
Panel Technology
The monitor comes with different types of panel technology. The all different panels are:
IPS panel
The IPS panel is bright and crisp, with good sharpness and great viewing angles. This panel is overall good for a better viewing experience under budget.
Under Budget, IPS panels have a high response rate or low refreshing rate which is not very useful for gamers compared to VA panels.
The IPS panel is not good in contrast and black levels, which is not good for viewing dark images.
The Price of an IPS monitor is slightly higher than a VA panel, But less compared to an OLED monitor.
Vertical Alignment (VA)
VA panel is cheaper compared to others. The color production of this panel is not very accurate compared to others.
In low budget, this panel can provide a high refresh rate which can be very useful for budget gamers.
Content consumption on this type of panel is not good as it does not have good color accuracy. Viewing angles are also very limited.
Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED)
OLED(organic light-emitting diodes) panels are the latest type of panel which has more better viewing experience than IPS panels. OLED panel has near infinite contrast ratio, deepest blacks, and ultra-fast refresh rates.
The response time of an OLED monitor is much lower than any other type of panel monitor. OLED panel has best-in-class motion clarity and better viewing angles.
The drawbacks of OLED panels are permanent image retention over time and the cost of these types of monitors is also expensive.
Refresh Rate and Response Time
Refresh rate is the number of times the display updates its images each second. The monitor’s refresh rate starts from 60Hz.
For normal use, a 6OHz refresh rate is sufficient. But for competitive gaming like pubg and Fortnite higher refresh rate monitor is useful.
Response time is how fast monitor your change color from one to another. Response time is measured in milliseconds.
If you’re planning to buy a monitor for gaming, make sure your monitor has a high refresh rate and low response time. But first, identify how efficient is your pc to provide fps in games. Make sure that your system can provide you higher frame rate.
Screen Size
The monitor comes in different sizes varying from 19inch to 32inch. Monitor screen size can depend on the personal preference of its user.
Small monitors give less eye strain or require less head movement to see things on the monitor. However, a bigger monitor has a better experience for content consumption or content creation.
For a better viewing experience, your screen resolution should be appropriate according to your screen size. For 24 or fewer inches 1080P is sufficient and for 27 inches 1440P is sufficient. And for more than 27inch 4k or above resolution is sufficient.
Connectivity and Ports
Today monitor comes with different types of ports like HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C, and headphones and mic jack. These ports are very helpful in many cases.
USB-C ports can be used to charge connected devices or can be used as an extended connectivity port for USB hubs.
Some monitor comes with a speaker, but this speaker quality is not good enough to use in daily use. But it is useful in case of an emergency like your external speaker got broken and takes some days to get repaired.
Adaptive Sync Technologies
Some monitor comes with adaptive sync technologies like AMD FreeSync and NVIDIA G-Sync. This helps in synchronizing the monitor’s refresh rate with your graphic card’s frame rate. This helps in reducing screen tearing and providing smoother gameplay.
AMD Freesync supports only AMD cards and NVIDIA G-sync supports only Nvidia cards. So pay attention if you already have a GPU and make your monitor buying decision according to your GPU company.
There is also a third-party standard called VESA AdaptiveSync available in the market. AMD, Intel, and Nvidia all support VESA AdaptiveSync in their latest GPU. However, their support for the VESA AdaptiveSync is limited compared to the dedicated one.
Color Accuracy
Different monitor with the same type of panel has different color production. So it becomes very important to look at the how monitor is accurate in producing color.
Color accuracy can be measured by various units like sRGB, HDR, Delta E, Rec 709, etc. All these units provide you the information about how accurate is monitor produces color.
Some monitors even came with color profiles suitable for different tasks.
Monitor Stand
The monitor stand works as a base for your monitor. Different types of monitor stands come with different monitors.
You should at least look for a Monitor stand that has tilt adjustment. If you have a good budget, then you can also consider height adjustment or rotate to 90 degrees (Useful for coding work).
Some Monitors even have a 100*100mm VESA mount. This can be useful to mount your monitor on your wall instead of putting it on your table. Or you can third-party monitor stand or arm later.
Conclusion
Selecting the right monitor in India involves evaluating a range of factors, from resolution and panel technology to refresh rates and connectivity options. By understanding your specific needs and considering these key factors, you can make an informed decision that enhances your digital experience, whether you’re a content creator, a gamer, or simply a user looking for an upgrade. Remember, a monitor is more than just a screen – it’s your portal to a world of possibilities.