The arrival of HD resolution has standardized the 16: 9 image format (sixteen non-pronunciation), so as to offer a wide view to anyone who wants to see films or wants to open a program that requires large space to be managed (such as graphics, spreadsheets or FDI to build programs). If this image format is now present on all monitors (it is difficult to find 4: 3 monitors among flat panel monitors) a new image format is making its way among professionals, able to effectively replace all the previous formats: the 21: 9 (twenty one noni), also called ultra wide screen.
We find out in this guide which features must have monitors that use this image format and finally the best 21: 9 monitors to buy on offer .
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Characteristics of a 21: 9 monitor
Before buying any 21: 9 monitor, let's discover together the features it must have:
- Resolution : the wider aspect ratio requires monitors to use a different resolution than 16: 9 monitors.
In this particular case it is possible to take advantage of the 2560x1080 resolution (a few pixels more than the simple FullHD) or the 3440 x 1440 resolution (a larger 4K) for monitors reserved for gamers or the business sector.
- Diagonal : the minimum is 25 inches, but in order to take full advantage of this aspect ratio we recommend focusing on the diagonals from 29 inches up (the most common for 4K resolutions is 34 inches, in fact full-fledged TVs but without tuner).
- Display : practically all monitors offer the IPS display, which offers a spectacular color and black rendering.
Only a few Samsung adopt proprietary technologies to maximize the level of detail and contrast (such as Quantum Dot technology).
- Curvature : some monitors offer Curved screen to decrease dead viewing angles and to enhance details in the center of the screen.
If your monitor is over 30 inches diagonal make sure it is also curved so you can benefit from a more immersive viewing area.
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If we don't have much money to spend, I recommend betting on the LG 25UM58 .
This 21: 9 monitor features a 25-inch diagonal, IPS LED display, 2560x1080 pixel resolution, multitasking and Screen Split support, Game mode and 2 HDMI sockets.
We can buy this monitor from here -> LG 25UM58 (171 €)
LG 29WK500-P
We are looking for a 21: 9 monitor dedicated to gaming but that does not present too high a price "> LG 29WK500-P (200 €)
Philips 349X7FJEW
21: 9 monitors with support for 4K resolutions are decidedly expensive, but they are worth up to the last penny if we have a video card that can support it.
From the creators of the 21: 9 format we can buy the Philips 349X7FJEW, an uncompromising monitor that boasts a 34-inch diagonal, curved dispay at a resolution of 3440 x 1440 pixels, 100 Hz refresh rate, support for AMD FreeSync technology, VA LED, Multiview PiP technology, integrated audio speakers, 2 HDMI ports, a DisplayPort port and a USB port.
We can buy this monitor from here -> Philips 349X7FJEW (749 €)
Samsung C34F791
Among the most beautiful office monitors, the Samsung C34F791 certainly stands out.
This monitor features a 34-inch diagonal, 3440 x 1440 pixel resolution curved display, innovative Quantum Dot technology (for a very high contrast), 100 Hz refresh rate, 4ms response time, a DisplayPort port and 2 HDMI ports.
We can buy this 21: 9 monitor model here -> Samsung C34F791 (799 €)
Asus ROG SWIFT PG348Q
What is currently the best 21: 9 aspect ratio monitor suitable for playing at very high levels "> Asus ROG SWIFT PG348Q (1097 €)
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