New Monitor - need recommendation
I need to decide on a brand and model for a new monitor. The computer is a Dell Precision Workstation T3600 running Windows 7 Ultimate. The graphics adapter is an nVidia Quadro 600 with 1GB memory and DVI and DisplayPort outputs.
The usage is basic - Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Publisher, some PowerPoint), email, web surfing. The monitor needs to be about 27" to perhaps 30" - it has to fit some tight space constraints on the desk due to an overhead hutch. Single monitor - no dual configuration.
A thin (in front-to-back depth) model will be helpful given the space constraint.
I want a highly reliable brand. Presumably a fairly basic or intermediate performance monitor will suffice.
In the past I have always used Dell monitors. Should I continue that? Or do you think there is a different brand/model I should consider this time? Please share your reasoning.
Thanks, Pete
The usage is basic - Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Publisher, some PowerPoint), email, web surfing. The monitor needs to be about 27" to perhaps 30" - it has to fit some tight space constraints on the desk due to an overhead hutch. Single monitor - no dual configuration.
A thin (in front-to-back depth) model will be helpful given the space constraint.
I want a highly reliable brand. Presumably a fairly basic or intermediate performance monitor will suffice.
In the past I have always used Dell monitors. Should I continue that? Or do you think there is a different brand/model I should consider this time? Please share your reasoning.
Thanks, Pete
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Thanks. I should have mentioned that budget is not critical although I don't want to spend more than necessary.
I have a compatibility question.
David - it's interesting you mentioned the Ultrasharps. I have used them for years. I was browsing Dell's site and came upon the U2719D that looks interesting:
https://www.dell.com/en-us/member/shop/dell-ultrasharp-27-monitor-u2719d/apd/210-arcv/monitors-monitor-accessories
The Quadro 600 is an older card. Specs say DisplayPort 1.1a, handling up to resolution of 2560x1600 @ 60 Hz.
https://www.nvidia.com/docs/IO/40049/NV_DS_QUADRO_600_US_LR.pdf
The monitor has a DisplayPort 1.4 port and a native resolution of 2560x1440.
The resolution seems fine. Should the different versions DP work together properly? (Caveat accepted - one only knows for sure when everything is connected together and powered up...)
I have a compatibility question.
David - it's interesting you mentioned the Ultrasharps. I have used them for years. I was browsing Dell's site and came upon the U2719D that looks interesting:
https://www.dell.com/en-us/member/shop/dell-ultrasharp-27-monitor-u2719d/apd/210-arcv/monitors-monitor-accessories
The Quadro 600 is an older card. Specs say DisplayPort 1.1a, handling up to resolution of 2560x1600 @ 60 Hz.
https://www.nvidia.com/docs/IO/40049/NV_DS_QUADRO_600_US_LR.pdf
The monitor has a DisplayPort 1.4 port and a native resolution of 2560x1440.
The resolution seems fine. Should the different versions DP work together properly? (Caveat accepted - one only knows for sure when everything is connected together and powered up...)
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Many thanks David and Noah. You helped me efficiently decide on the monitor (Dell U2719D) with assurance it will work with the existing video card.
Pete
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I think this really depends on your budget price and individual specifications required.
You may refer to the link below for a list of best and affordable recommendations.
Reference: https://www.laptopmag.com/articles/best-cheap-monitors
I personally recommend this product.
Samsung SD300 CBD Monitor: https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Monitor-LS24D300HL-23-6-Inch-LED-Lit/dp/B07JLTLL3V