Curved Monitors

Why buy a curved monitor?

Curved monitors offer a number of benefits including improved viewing angles, reduced eye strain, and a more absorbing viewing experience. The curved design allows for a more uniform viewing distance from the display, reducing the need to move your head or eyes to view different areas of the screen. This reduces the likelihood of strained eyes and ensures more comfortable viewing, especially during long periods of computer use. The curved design also creates a more immersive viewing experience, making it ideal for gaming, movie-watching, or other activities that benefit from a more immersive display.

Drawbacks

There are however some drawbacks to be aware of compared to traditional monitors. They are often more expensive and offer a more limited viewing angle. The curved design can also be less effective on smaller displays, as the curvature may not be as noticeable. If you need a monitor to mount on an arm or a wall, a flat monitor will be a better option.

Buying a curved monitor

Core specs

When looking to buy a curved monitor, the specs to consider are the same as they are for general monitor shopping. These include the display size, resolution, refresh rate, response time, and, if colour accuracy is important, the monitor’s colour gamut. The size and resolution of the display will determine how much room there is on screen to display your images and windows. This also determines how sharp images and text appear. The refresh rate and response time are important for gamers or video workers who need a smooth and responsive display. The colour gamut refers to the range of colours that the monitor is capable of displaying. The wider the colour gamut, the more accurately the monitor can reproduce colour and the more realistic images displayed on the screen will be.

Connectivity

Don’t overlook the monitor’s connectivity options, such as whether the monitor supports HDMI, DisplayPort, or USB-C. If you’re planning to use the monitor for video conferencing or multimedia use, the presence of an included webcam or speakers could be a bonus.