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Looking for a 27-32inch 2nd monitor to pair with 27 imac (2019). Any thoughts?
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I've seen this before but I'm kinda confused how is this meant to tell me which screen is really good.
All I see is list of screens + tech specs with 3 selected "winners" but the reasons are a bit iffy.
Am I missing something?
All I see is list of screens + tech specs with 3 selected "winners" but the reasons are a bit iffy.
Am I missing something?
for OP, I would use this as I think its much better for your question.
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I've been exploring this topic. I've settled on just keeping my smaller 24" 4K next to it, since I've sadly realized that there is no best option to match the iMac in size.
1. The best cheap option (if I had to do it all over again): 2560x1600 27" since that's the unscaled resolution of the iMac and it will match in size
2. An interesting option: 34" Ultrawide (it will match the iMac in terms of height, but a downside is that the 5K resolution is wasted if you're using an ultrawide as the main screen with the iMac on the side)
3. More expensive: LG Ultrafine 5K (not a fan due to its design)
4. Most expensive: Pro Display XDR (again, not a fan since you're wasting the 5K if the iMac's on the side)
5. iMac + small ultrawide under it: Kind of out there solution that I tried: 2560x1080 ultrawide under the iMac
1. The best cheap option (if I had to do it all over again): 2560x1600 27" since that's the unscaled resolution of the iMac and it will match in size
2. An interesting option: 34" Ultrawide (it will match the iMac in terms of height, but a downside is that the 5K resolution is wasted if you're using an ultrawide as the main screen with the iMac on the side)
3. More expensive: LG Ultrafine 5K (not a fan due to its design)
4. Most expensive: Pro Display XDR (again, not a fan since you're wasting the 5K if the iMac's on the side)
5. iMac + small ultrawide under it: Kind of out there solution that I tried: 2560x1080 ultrawide under the iMac
I use an ASUS ROG Swift PG279QZ as my second monitor (mounted above my iMac) as I also use it as the display for my Windows gaming machine (so I wanted something with G-Sync and high refresh rate for games). It is quite expensive, but the IPS panel is very nice and the 2560x1440 resolution matches my iMac 5K (in Retina mode) so windows do not re-size when moved between the displays.
VIVO Extra Tall Single Monitor Desk Mount Stand 39 inch Pole. Features Full Adjustability - Tilt and Articulation, Holds 13 to 32 inch Screens up to 22 lbs with VESA Mounting, Black, STAND-V011
Single monitor mount (STAND-V011) from VIVO! Clear up valuable work space on your desk with this extra tall monitor mount. The 39" pole allows the user to adjust from sitting and standing positions. Constructed of high-grade steel, this rugged mount was built to resist scratches and supports scre...
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VIVO Extra Tall Single Monitor Desk Mount Stand 39 inch Pole. Features Full Adjustability - Tilt and Articulation, Holds 13 to 32 inch Screens up to 22 lbs with VESA Mounting, Black, STAND-V011
Single monitor mount (STAND-V011) from VIVO! Clear up valuable work space on your desk with this extra tall monitor mount. The 39" pole allows the user to adjust from sitting and standing positions. Constructed of high-grade steel, this rugged mount was built to resist scratches and supports scre...www.amazon.com
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I just got an ASUS PA329C. It is 100% Adobe RGB and 98% DCI-P3. It has good uniformity and rivals my 27” iMac screen. I think it’s even better, and the sizes match up well.
I had a look at the ASUS PA278CV However you can't adjust the resolution or the screen size. Is that the same as the 32. ?