Are you assembling a new PC and searching for the perfect monitor to complement your setup? You’re in the right spot! While basic monitors suit everyday users, manufacturers often integrate higher-resolution displays with expansive colour gamuts, increased refresh rates, specialised gaming features like FreeSync and GSync, HDR capabilities, and more. Additionally, monitors now boast enhanced ergonomics, enabling comfortable seating arrangements for extended work or gaming sessions. In this article, we’ll showcase some of the top monitors available on Croma that will surely elevate your PC experience.
Things to consider while buying monitors for your PC
Screen size: Monitors vary in size, and choosing the right screen size largely depends on personal preferences. However, as a baseline for a comfortable viewing experience, we suggest considering a monitor with at least a 24-inch screen size and Full HD resolution. Flat-screen monitors are prevalent, but some models come with curved displays designed to enhance immersion and provide an improved viewing experience.
Panel Type: The dominant display technologies found in monitors are VA, IPS, and OLED. Each technology brings its own set of advantages. For instance, VA panels deliver commendable colour reproduction, high contrast, and minimal response times. IPS panels, on the other hand, are recognized for their wider viewing angles. Meanwhile, OLED panels offer the best of both worlds by providing remarkable black levels, precise colour accuracy, heightened brightness, and superior contrast levels. This technology elevates the visual experience by presenting vivid colours and deeper blacks.
Refresh rate: Although a standard 60Hz monitor provides a satisfactory viewing experience for everyday tasks, monitors with higher refresh rates are quite popular among PC users, especially gamers. A higher refresh rate contributes to smoother scrolling and seamless animations. This can significantly enhance gaming experiences by delivering higher frames per second (fps) in multiplayer games. It’s essential to choose a monitor that aligns with your particular requirements. Additionally, some monitors offer compatibility with technologies like AMD FreeSync and NVIDIA GSync.
Connectivity: Ensure the monitor offers multiple connectivity options including HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C, and VGA, so you easily connect your PC as well as other devices.
Additional features: Monitors are equipped with various user-friendly features to enhance the overall user experience. Pay attention to the ergonomics, ensuring the monitor offers adjustability in height, tilt, and swivel to promote a comfortable sitting position during extended work or gaming sessions. In addition to ergonomics, certain monitors incorporate HDR (High Dynamic Range) technology to significantly boost colour output and contrast.
These monitors on Croma will take your PC setup to the next level
SAMSUNG LS24C312EAWXXL 60.96 cm (24 inch) Full HD Flat Panel LED Monitor with 250 Nits Brightness
The Samsung Essential Monitor S3 is an affordable monitor that packs all the essential features of a good basic monitor. It comes with a 24-inch display that offers a comfortable viewing experience. It has a minimalistic design that seamlessly blends with the rest of your modern PC setup. It has a Full HD resolution for crisp visuals and boasts a 75Hz refresh rate for seamless animations and scrolling experience. The monitor also offers 2 HDMI ports for added convenience.
SAMSUNG M5 68.6 cm (27 inch) Full HD VA Panel LED Ultra Wide Smart Monitor with Smart TV Experience
Next up on our list is the Samsung M5 monitor which comes packed with a range of smart features to offer an enhanced user experience. It ships with a 27-inch VA display which offers 178-degree wide viewing angles. This one also offers a standard 60Hz high refresh rate and 4ms low response times, making it suitable for casual gaming as well. This one offers two HDMI and two USB ports for connecting accessories. The highlight aspect of this particular Samsung monitor is that it comes with built-in TV apps. And what’s more, with its 21:9 aspect ratio, it ensures an immersive movie-watching experience. While gaming, this monitor also lets you quickly adjust a variety of settings including fps, HDR, etc. Finally, it has an Automatic Source Switch Plus feature which automatically switches to the right source without requiring any manual switching.
SAMSUNG M5 81.3 cm (32 inch) Full HD VA Panel LED Ultra Wide Smart Monitor with Smart TV Experience
The 32-inch Samsung M5 monitor also offers access to a wide range of TV apps including Netflix, YouTube, etc. The 32-inch Full HD display with an aspect ratio 21:9 delivers an expansive viewing experience, and the 4ms response time offers smooth content rendering, especially while gaming. You also get built-in speakers for clear sound. It also lets you view and change essential monitor settings including fps and HDR settings effortlessly. Finally, the monitor offers Ultrawide Game View and Mobile Mirroring capabilities.
Lenovo L27I-40 68.58 cm (27 inch) Full HD Flat Panel Monitor
If you want a high refresh rate monitor under a budget, consider the Lenovo L27I-40 as it offers a staggering high refresh rate of 100Hz. This makes the monitor a great choice for gaming. It boasts a sleek, space-saving design that seamlessly blends with the rest of your setup, while also allowing room for other accessories on your desk. It ships with a 27-inch Full HD display for detailed image rendering. This monitor is also optimised to provide a comfortable viewing experience for long hours as it incorporates technologies that reduce eye strain. Its versatile connection options include two HDMI and one VGA ports for extra convenience.
Dell S Series 68.58 cm (27 inch) Full HD IPS Panel LCD Ultra Slim Bezel Monitor with AMD FreeSync Premium Technology
The Dell S Series monitor offers a 27-inch Full HD IPS panel. It also boasts a 4ms response time and comes with a high refresh rate of 75Hz. Additionally, it also offers AMD FreeSync Premium Technology to reduce any screen tearing. To enhance eye comfort, the display utilizes an anti-glare coating and incorporates Blue Light Filter and Flicker-Free technology. The monitor also lets you easily arrange applications and windows for easy access and enhanced work productivity.
BenQ MOBIUZ 81 cm (31.5 inch) QHD VA Panel LED Bezel-Less Height Adjustable Gaming Monitor with Flicker-Free Technology
The BenQ MOBIUZ presents a premium viewing experience with its 31.5-inch curved display boasting a 1000R curvature and a high QHD resolution. This monitor is a perfect choice for gaming as it comes with a 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms MPRT, and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology. Thanks to its Dynamic 2.1 channel sound system, accompanied by a DSP chip, it offers a powerful and immersive sound experience. Additionally, all sound features are meticulously fine-tuned by treVolo Audio, offering five custom sound modes to enhance audio quality further. It also offers BenQ HDRi technology, Light Tuner, and Black eQualizer. Moreover, the display covers 90 percent DCI P3 colour gamut and a 2500:1 contrast ratio. It also comes with a convenient remote control to effortlessly manage the monitor. Additionally, there’s a 5-Way Navigator, Scenario Mapping, and Gaming Quick OSD available.
SAMSUNG 3 Freestyle Full HD LED Projector (550 Lumens, Wi-fi + Bluetooth + HDMI, Voice Assistant, SP-LSP3BLAXXL, White)
Consider the SAMSUNG 3 Freestyle projector for a very different PC setup. This projector delivers a screen size range from 30 inches to 100 inches at Full HD resolution. It offers DLP (Digital Light Processing) technology alongside the Crystal Engine, HDR, HLG, and Pur Color technologies. Moreover, this projector provides a smart interface with access to various OTT apps like Netflix, Hotstar, and more. Elevating the audio experience are the Omni-directional 360-degree speakers supporting Dolby Digital Plus and Adaptive Sound. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and HDMI. Furthermore, it also offers the convenience of voice assistant support, mobile mirroring, and Tap View compatibility.
