Looking For Monitor For Programming

[harshilsharma63]

1. Budget?
30k max. Preferably around 25k.

2. Display type and size?
Preferring an ultrawide 32 inch. The monitor will be 2 feet from my eyes so also need it to be sharp.

3. What will the TV/monitor be used for primarily?
Home office. Primary use will be development, followed by some photo editing.

4. Types and number of ports required?
Prefer a USB-C connection to run it with MacBook Pro and avoid buying a dongle.

5. Preferred choice of brand?
I like Dell Ultrasharp but have no brand preference as such.

6. Any TV/monitor in consideration?
None

7. Any other info that you want to share.
Curved display not important. Slim bezels are also nice but not a deal breaker,

 

[omega44-xt]

Use a DP (for monitor side) to type C thunderbolt cable to avoid dongles, but those cables will be very expensive.

*www.amazon.in/LG-2560-1440-Display-Borderless/dp/B08CF59SKW/
Get this for a 1440p 32" monitor, not ultrawide. 1440p ultrawides start at 40k apparently, else you have 1080p ultrawide options.

 

[harshilsharma63]

@omega44-xt sorry for the late reply. That monitor looks nice. But do you know any good 4k monitor?

 

[Nerevarine]

I'm using LG 27UK850, its very expensive but it has the requirement you need. A single USB Type c cable capable of powering the laptop+ display + usb hub at the back of monitor.

There is an ultrawide model also with same specs.

 

[harshilsharma63]

@Nerevarine yeah thats too expensive. I think I'll go with the LG 32 inch 2K model.

 

[Nerevarine]

*store.hp.com/in-en/default/monitors/hp-elitedisplay-e273q-27-inch-monitor-1fh52aa.html

One more option but this doesnt have USB PD, it only has USB C to directly connect to macbook for displayport
Actully it says 1 USB Type-C™ (upstream, power delivery up to 15 W).. Refer to macbook pro manual, it may not charge properly with this and could cause damage, so research well before buying.

 

[TheSloth]

@Nerevarine yeah thats too expensive. I think I'll go with the LG 32 inch 2K model.

*www.primeabgb.com/online-price-reviews-india/lg-27-169-4k-hdr-freesync-ips-monitor-27uk850-w/

₹43,349

 

[omega44-xt]

@omega44-xt sorry for the late reply. That monitor looks nice. But do you know any good 4k monitor?

LG UL500 maybe? Goes for under 30k, I think

 

[harshilsharma63]

@omega44-xt thanks for the recommendation, but I think 27 inch would be slightly small for me.

 

[harshilsharma63]

I purchased the LG 32 inch 2k model yesterday. Should arrive this week.

 

[rockfella]

I purchased the LG 32 inch 2k model yesterday. Should arrive this week.

Keep us posted as I was thinking of getting that one too. Congos.

 

[harshilsharma63]

@rockfella sure!

 

[TheSloth]

@rockfella sure!

just curious, why didn't you go for ultrawide?

 

[harshilsharma63]

@TheSloth I'd have loved an ultrawide but all models under 40k were were just 1080p models (2560 x 1080). 1080p is just too low a resolution these days.

 

[harshilsharma63]

So I received the 32 inch monitor but was very disappointed with the 2k resolution. On a 32 inch screen and the monitor few fee
t away, it just looked really bad.

I've now got this 27 inch 4k model - *www.amazon.in/gp/product/B07PGL2WVS

@rockfella

 

[harshilsharma63]

Can someone please suggest a good USB-C to display port cable? I got this one INICIO USB-C To DisplayPort Male 1.8m Cable Adapter: Amazon.in: Electronics but its unable to run 4k at 60 fps.

 

[harshilsharma63]

Can someone please suggest a good USB-C to display port cable? I got this one INICIO USB-C To DisplayPort Male 1.8m Cable Adapter: Amazon.in: Electronics but its unable to run 4k at 60 fps.

@omega44-xt @Nerevarine

 

[rockfella]

So I received the 32 inch monitor but was very disappointed with the 2k resolution. On a 32 inch screen and the monitor few fee
t away, it just looked really bad.

I've now got this 27 inch 4k model - Amazon.in: Buy LG 27 inch 4K-UHD (3840 x 2160) HDR 10 Monitor (Gaming & Design) with IPS Panel, HDMI x 2, Display Port, AMD Freesync - 27UL500 (Silver Stand with White Body) Online at Low Prices in India | LG Reviews & Ratings

@rockfella

Since you need it for programming not movies I think it is a better choice. Enjoy your purchase.
I am looking for a wholesome upgrade. 32" IPS 10 bit 2k, 144 hz and height adjustable. It is too much to ask for less than 40k so I am for now going to use my 24" LMAO.

 

[Nerevarine]

*www.amazon.in/dp/B073J9ZZY6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_ZFHGS0S57XBHEGT21A55

This is the one I used, got it from AliExpress.

Just buy the cheapest one which mentions usb c to hdmi 2.0 or display port 1.2

 

[harshilsharma63]

@rockfella yeah. Images and videos looked really good on the 32-inch model.

For 2k at 144 Hz, do check if your GPU or laptop can support it. My MacBook Pro 16 supports 4k @ 60 fps max so I just discarded all the other high refresh rate options.

For hight adjustability, you can get a monitor arm and attach it to your desk. It will cost around 2k or more depending on what features you pick, but it's definitely cheaper than opting for a height-adjustable monitor.