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Best 24" 4k (3840x2160) display? 6 alternative.

Which of these six 24" 4k monitors?

  • Dell P2415Q

  • Samsung U24E590D

  • Samsung U24E850R

  • Philips 241P6VPJKEB

  • Asus ROG Swift MG24UQ

  • LG 24UD58-B

  • I don't know.

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swealpha

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Hello!

Which of these six 24 inch 4k monitors do you guys think is, or should be best for our eyes? :)

I personally will only read and surf in resolution 1920x1080 HiDPI, no game or movie.

Specifications Side-by-side:
http://imgbox.com/4Qy7USKr
http://www.bilddump.se/bilder/20170207132751-85.225.51.185.jpg


1. Dell P2415Q
https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Monitor-P2415Q-24-Inch-LED-Lit/dp/B00PC9HFNY
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dell-P2415Q-23-8-Inch-Ultra-Monitor/dp/B00PC9HFNY

2. Samsung U24E590D
https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-UHD-QHD-Monitor-U24E590D-23-6-Inch/dp/B00YUU4B60
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-U24E590D-24-Inch-Monitor-FreeSync/dp/B00WUACDIU

3. Samsung U24E850R
https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-U24E850R-Professional-Multi-Tasking-Functionality/dp/B00WUACVIC
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-U24E850R-48-6-LCD-Monitor/dp/B00WUACVIC

4. Philips 241P6VPJKEB
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Brilliance-241P6VPJKEB-AH-IPS-Black/dp/B0154GAE1Y
https://www.amazon.de/Philips-241P6VPJKEB-00-Monitor-DisplayPort/dp/B0154GAE1Y

5. Asus ROG Swift MG24UQ
https://www.amazon.com/24-inch-FreeSync-Monitor-MG24UQ-Response/dp/B01DHS30OE
https://www.amazon.co.uk/ASUS-MG24UQ-Gaming-Monitor-FreeSync/dp/B01CRPBGHQ
https://www.amazon.de/Asus-MG24UQ-Monitor-Reaktionszeit-schwarz/dp/B01CRPBGHQ

6. LG 24UD58-B
https://www.amazon.com/LG-24UD58-B-24-Inch-Monitor-FreeSync/dp/B01LPNKFK0
https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/bc7/LG-ELECTRONICS-24UD58-23-8-IPS-3840x2160-16/B01JM4E3UC


Thank you.
Hope to hear your opinion.
 
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If your not worried about aesthetics then go with the cheapest with USB hub.
 
Some food for thought.

These 24" PLS 4k panels have been out for quite some time. My gut feeling is that we will see an updated set of smaller 24" 4k monitors this year. Most likely with USB C and nicer design/slimmer bezels.

Maybe if we are luckily others will use the 21.5" 4k that LG have for the Ultrafine.

So if you can wait then you may find a better selection later in the year. If you can't wait the LG 24UD58 looks like a good bang for buck buy.
 
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lifeisepic said:
Some food for thought.

These 24" PLS 4k panels have been out for quite some time. My gut feeling is that we will see an updated set of smaller 24" 4k monitors this year. Most likely with USB C and nicer design/slimmer bezels.

Maybe if we are luckily others will use the 21.5" 4k that LG have for the Ultrafine.

So if you can wait then you may find a better selection later in the year. If you can't wait the LG 24UD58 looks like a good bang for buck buy.
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Yes you are right. But do you think it will come smaller monitors (<-24") with better 4k image quality this year? 5k?

I was going to try Dell P2415Q vs Samsung U24E850R or Philips 241P6VPJKEB.

I should want to try LG 24UD58-B, but it isnt sold here in Sweden.
So i need to order it from UK, i dont know how nice they are for refund, if i dont want it.

Thank you!
 
If other manufacturers are able to use the panel found in the 21.5" UF then yes, I imagine so. Otherwise, nobody knows.

I'm purely speculating here, due the age of the current 24" 4k monitors combined with the fact that LG UF monitors don't have a huge amount of competition. It would be a good idea for other manufacturers to bring out an offering.
 
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Yes, thats true.

Kinda sucks that LG 21.5" Ultrafine is not supported by "older" macbook pros.

I am thinking of buying a 24" 4k monitor anyways. I mean, we dont know how long it will take.. :(
 
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If you need one now then there are a few things to think about.

1. Do you need USB Hub? e.g. will you be plugging USB devices into the monitor, to then connect to your rMBP via a single USB uplink.
2. Do you need adjustability? Some of these monitors have fixed stands.
3. Do you want the best aesthetic or does this not matter?
4. HDMI 2.0 is needed for PS4 Pro 60Hz - is this a requirement?
[doublepost=1486645682][/doublepost]The Samsung U24E850R provides the best package. It has USB Hub, HDMI 2.0, great adjustability. The only down side of this screen is the dated looks. Next up we have Samsung U24E590D which is the same as the U24E850R but they give you a fixed stand and no USB Hub, but it's slightly cheaper and has a better aesthetic. The fixed stand can be fixed with a VESA mount.

Dell P2415Q offers the best aesthetic, down side is no HDMI 2.0 and it's the most expensive of the bunch.
[doublepost=1486645759][/doublepost]This is a good review of the Samsung U24E850R
 
Thank you lifeisepic!!

I have heard some displays looks blurry in lower resolutions like 1080p. Do you know how this is possible to check? Only ideá i have is to read reviews on amazon if someone uses in lower resolution.

Oh, lol and I just found out my mac is a Macbook pro 15" retina mid 2014. :/

HDMI video output max resolutions:
  • Support for 1080p resolution at up to 60Hz
  • Support for 3840-by-2160 resolution at 30Hz
  • Support for 4096-by-2160 resolution at 24Hz
https://support.apple.com/kb/SP704?viewlocale=en_US&locale=sv_SE
http://www.everymac.com/systems/app...-mid-2014-retina-display-specs.html#macspecs1


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Questions:

1. Do you need USB Hub? e.g. will you be plugging USB devices into the monitor, to then connect to your rMBP via a single USB uplink.
- No.

2. Do you need adjustability? Some of these monitors have fixed stands.
- No, or i mean, if it is a big difference in image quality then i think i could solve that thing for my self with a book or something. :confused:

3. Do you want the best aesthetic or does this not matter?
- Don't matter, its not :apple: anyways.

4. HDMI 2.0 is needed for PS4 Pro 60Hz - is this a requirement?
- I will not play PS4 or any games on it.
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DELL supports 30 Hz

LG, PHILIPS and SAMSUNG 850R is supporting 60 Hz.

3840 x 2160 HDMI




Sorry for my bad English.
 
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1080p on a 4k is "Retina" and does not look blurry. It is crisp and clear.

Your rMBP supports 60Hz 4k, you would use Display Port or more precisely mini Display Port. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT206587

If you don't need a USB Hub or adjustability then go for the Samsung U24E590D.
 
lifeisepic said:
1080p on a 4k is "Retina" and does not look blurry. It is crisp and clear.

Your rMBP supports 60Hz 4k, you would use Display Port or more precisely mini Display Port. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT206587

If you don't need a USB Hub or adjustability then go for the Samsung U24E590D.
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Thank you very much but my macbook only has thunderbolt and hdmi port, no display port.


Here it says 4k is not supported in 60Hz, but 1080p is. I will run in 1080p anyways so think it will be 60Hz lol.
https://support.apple.com/kb/SP704?viewlocale=en_US&locale=sv_SE
http://www.everymac.com/systems/app...-mid-2014-retina-display-specs.html#macspecs1

EDIT:

I will go for these two Dell P2415Q and Samsung U24E850R.

Test and let you know which one i liked most for reading.

Thank you bro!
 
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lifeisepic said:
How are you getting on with your decision?
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Hello friend!

Thank you very much for your help, i have not yet order the monitors yet. When you told me new ones will come soon everything over this project started to go very slow :p;)

But i think i will order Dell P2415Q and Samsung U24E850R.
If not someone in Sweden will start selling LG 24UD58-B very soon. Then it will be Samsung + LG.

Have you heard any rumors about new 4k monitors? :rolleyes:

Thank you!!
 
Nope, I've been asking about but there's nothing on the horizon. The LG 24UD58-B looks like good value for money, it's a shame you cannot buy it easily.
 
lifeisepic said:
Nope, I've been asking about but there's nothing on the horizon. The LG 24UD58-B looks like good value for money, it's a shame you cannot buy it easily.
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I talked with a seller in uk, they allow me to try the LG and refund it.

So i think i will order LG 24UD58-B and Samsung U24E850R, and Leave the DELL.

I guess that LG or Samsung should be best (for reading, no gaming or movies) :)

What do you think?

Thank you bro.





Btw,
here is a review of the LG, in Japanese, I think it says something about that its not flickering.
  • バックライトのムラもなく、ちらつきは見た目でもわからない。カメラのビデオ機能でみると、ちらつきが分かりやすいのだが、他の古いディスプレイがちらつくのがビデオを通して見えるのに、最低輝度にした24UD58のちらつきが見られないことから、フリッカー低減機能は、最新ならではの効果を発揮しているようだ。
 
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I got the LG. Not perfect, but its ok for now. I will buy a imac later.

Good luck.
 
I have the LG 27ud88. Very pleased with it as the usb-c cable will both charge and transmit video 4k/60Hz. Nice monitor and adjustable.bright enough. The cheaper LG s look good too.just no usbc, Dimmer, may not adjust

I would certainly stick with an IPS panel
 
Have any other 24" or smaller 4k monitors come out since this thread? I have a 2015 13" Macbook Pro. I'd love to buy the 21.5" LG Ultrafine but it's not supported, and the 27" is a bit too big (and expensive). Wondering if there's any other models I should consider or this list still what's available?
 
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