Ultrawide monitor recommendations

[IvanDobskey]

I currently have a Samsung ultrawide 34 inch 1440p monitor which I've had for 7 years. Unfortunately it seems to be on the brink of failing. The power connection point is flakey and the screen flickers sometimes. Wondering about what to replace it with.

 

[IvanDobskey]

What's your budget.

I guess under £500

 

[IvanDobskey]

PHILIPS Evnia 34M2C6500-34 Inch OLED WQHD Curved Gaming Monitor, 175 Hz, 0.03 ms, HDR400, Ambiglow, FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync comp. (3440x1440, 2X HDMI, DisplayPort, USB Hub) dark gray​

Dark Slate colour for slightly over budget

Curved monitor though so maybe rules out your interest.

Thanks for the suggestions, will check them out. My Samsung is curved so no issues with that.

 

[IvanDobskey]

No problem, it's a OLED display, so will be a massive upgrade from what you've used before. I think you'd be very happy with it, especially for the price and as long as you're happy with 175hz.

Is oled really suitable for desktop usage though? I'm a little wary of burn in.

 

[IvanDobskey]

This Evnia is probably the best ultrawide QD-OLED currently out when it comes to value, seriously. Doesn't lack anything in particular, you get Ambiglow as a gimmick, it has RGB calibration unlocked, unlike its older white brother 8600 (for whatever reason), calibrated out of the box and 3-year burn-in warranty in EU. The exact same panel as the AW3423 but it's 30% less where I live, I just snagged one for effin' 450 quid. For a QD-OLED. Bonkers.

Where did you get one for £450 if you don't mind me asking? Cheapest I can see is about £530.

 

[IvanDobskey]

I am very happy with my Dell 3421 ultra wide.

Was looking at the dell ultrawide. Looks a lot of monitor for the money.

 

[IvanDobskey]

I noticed a 40 inch MSI ultrawide for £349.

Are the 40 inch models worth considering? Same resolution though.

My old eyes might thank me

 

[IvanDobskey]

I'd probably want a curved monitor at that size tbh.

Yes, I agree with that.

 

[IvanDobskey]

Wondering what mini led is all about? Worth considering?

 

[IvanDobskey]

The Evnia 34M2C6500 is definitely my favourite choice. Just a little worried about burn in as I'd be using it for desktop use a lot.

 

[IvanDobskey]

Wondering what mini led is all about? Worth considering?

Not shopped for a monitor or TV in a while

 

[IvanDobskey]

This is now under £500 and I'm tempted to buy one myself 483 and 499

Yes, I noticed that Very tempting.

Also tempted by the 49 inch gigabyte oled for £729

 

[IvanDobskey]

Anyone got any insight on the 49 inch Electriq? The 1440p model can be had for £499. Seems a good price for a 49 inch. Budget brand though I know.

I'm just a bit nervy about using an oled for desktop work.

 

[IvanDobskey]

Phillips over that all day.

I'm definitely leaning towards a 49 inch. Just whether I go for the gigabyte oled or an LCD, I don't know.

 

[IvanDobskey]

In that case I'll have a look around

Would love an oled. My TV is a 65 inch 4k LG and it's fantastic, but for desktop use, I don't know.

 

[IvanDobskey]

I love the ultrawide screen format though. My current 34 inch is great. Would love to go super ultrawide

 

[IvanDobskey]

Can't go cheaper than what you shared I guess, but I'd want 5120x1440


edit = maybe this = XEXUL49V2 49" Curved Gaming Monitor – Ultrawide IPS 1440p 144Hz 1ms USB-C Built-in Speakers

The Electriq I was looking at is 5120x1440

I see there is a lower Res one too.

 

[IvanDobskey]

Ah ok, then that's worth a punt I guess, as long as you can return it no issues if you're not happy with it : )

Model is eiq-495KCSUW144IPS which is an IPS panel. There is a 1440p VA version too.

 

[IvanDobskey]

Ended up snapping up my own recommendation for £420 brand new

Stunning price that, any chance of a pm

 

[IvanDobskey]

Got the display this morning, very happy with it, but no idea what gen panel it is, still happy with the display for the price I got it for, perfect for movies/single player games and multi tasking a bit better, 34" for my size of desk is the perfect size - still room for 27" side by side the curve is to my liking as well.

The body to panel ratio could be better especially at the bottom, but the bigger backend is housing all the PSU related stuff so makes sense with that in mind.

It has an anti glare/matte coating so may not be for everyone admittedly, but I'm happy enough with it.

If you're a fully glossy or nothing user then avoid.

Might be the best value 2024 OLED in it's price range.

Thanks for the review

Still mulling over options, but this is my favourite choice if I go 34 inch.

Bit miffed the gigabyte 49 inch seems end of line or out of stock everywhere now