With so much of our lives now glued to screens, from tiny phone screens to laptops, it’s important to appreciate your eyes with an upgraded computer setup that is sure to make you more productive, no matter your monitor’s purpose.
Yet, to get the best monitor to meet all your needs, you first need to understand exactly what you are looking for in a monitor to get the right one for you. There are so many monitor features today to consider, making it difficult to decide what monitor may be right for you.
In this article, you’ll learn about the top features you should consider when buying your monitor.
What Are You Looking For In A Monitor?
Having a better understanding of what features are important to you when it comes to getting a monitor is key. Below are some features you should consider, from knowing your monitor’s purpose, desired resolution, desired monitor size, and more.
It’s important to note that high-quality features will likely lead to a higher-priced monitor. So, before embarking on your monitor buying journey, make sure you set a hard budget for how much you are willing to spend. Monitors can range from the low $100 range to almost $1000. But, just because the monitor is expensive doesn’t mean you need all its high-end features.
Monitor Purpose
Whether your primary purpose for a monitor is gaming, work, portability, or whatever the case may be, it’s important to clarify your main use for the monitor before conducting your monitor search.
Resolution
The higher the pixels, the sharper and more defined the image. With that said, the sharper the resolution quality, the likely higher the price tag which is important to consider. A 4k monitor resolution is a common resolution. A 4k resolution equates to 4000 pixels, for reference.
Size
Knowing what size you want your monitor to be is important. Most “small” monitors are about 24-inches. Meanwhile, the average monitor size is about 27-inches, and a “large” monitor is around 32-inches. It’s important to take these measurements into consideration, especially to ensure your monitor fits your desk.
For portable monitors, consider a 17-inch size, otherwise, anything bigger will make it difficult to use/ carry the monitor around efficiently.
Ports
When determining what monitor to purchase, it’s important to know what types of ports it has. Computer monitors always have at least one display port. This connects the monitor to your computer/laptop. Other ports that may be on a monitor include DVI and HDMI ports.
Refresh Rate
The refresh rate is another essential factor to consider when getting your monitor. A refresh rate is the number of times a monitor updates with images per a given second of time. So, a monitor with a 144 Hz refresh rate updates about 144 times per second.