Pixle.sg - Oftentimes, computer monitors are the most overlooked peripheral. After all, they are just screens, right?  The thing is, a poor quality monitor can make work less efficient or worse, could potentially be harmful to the user’s neck and eyesight.

This is why you want to buy the best computer monitor you can afford. To help you find one, we listed five things to consider when buying a computer monitor.

Size

The first one is size. How large your monitor needs to be? As a reference, the most common sizes for computer monitors in the workplace are between 22- and 24-inches monitors.

The larger the monitor is, the more space you have to work or play games on. Bigger is not always better, though. You also need to keep available desk space in mind. You don’t want to end up with a monitor that is too large or too small for your desk. You want one that can fit in nicely.

So, measure the space on your desk first. Then, calculate the range of sizes it has to accommodate a monitor and filter your options based on it.

Resolution

Next, resolution. The higher the resolution of a computer monitor has, the clearer and sharper the image it can display. How high your monitor resolutions should be on your needs.

If you need a monitor for productivity, you won’t need that high of resolutions. An FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels) monitor will probably work just fine. That is, unless your work is related to graphic design in which case a monitor with a WQHD (2560 x 1440 pixels) or higher resolution will suit you better.

On the other hand, if you need  gaming monitors, you probably need higher resolutions so you can get the best gaming experience.

Video Inputs

Video inputs are also important. Common video inputs include Displayport, DVI, HDMI, and VGA. Of these four, Displayport is the best as it is capable of supporting 4K resolution at 60fps. HDMI is also good as HDMI cables are widely available and they can carry audio signals as well.

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It is always a good idea to match the connector you have on your computer. There are adapters and cables that can help match the monitor and the computer, yes, but things are a lot easier and more convenient if they match without adapters and cables

Budget

When it comes to buying a monitor, you get what you pay. The more you are willing to pay, the more you can have. That includes a larger size, a higher resolution, and more features.

Features

What kind of features do you want in a monitor? Is it a high refresh rate? A low response time? AMD FreeSync? Maybe a low blue light technology? Before you shop around, make sure to list all the features you want in a monitor.

When you consider these five things, it will be easier to find the best computer monitor you can afford. Don’t have the time to shop around? We can help with that. Here at PIXLE, the best Gaming Monitor Singapore. we have large, high-quality, high-resolution monitors for productivity and/or gaming that are packed with features.