Looking for an ultra-wide monitor under $500

[flipstah]

BUMP.

Looking for an ultra-wide monitor under $500. The main feature I'm looking for is being able to split it in half for multiple applications with my work Surface.

Is the budget enough or am I out to lunch with $500? I found this? https://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX00122892

Might be good?

[msommers]

https://www.dell.com/en-ca/shop/dell-34-curved-gaming-monitor-s3422dwg/apd/210-azep/monitors-monitor-accessories

Or is curved not preferred?

[CompletelyNumb]

BUMP.

Looking for an ultra-wide monitor under $500. The main feature I'm looking for is being able to split it in half for multiple applications with my work Surface.

Is the budget enough or am I out to lunch with $500? I found this? https://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX00122892

Might be good?


Personal preference, I would want a higher resolution at that size of screen.

Make sure you check sites like Rtings for good reviews before you buy: https://www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/best/by-features/ultrawide

[nissanK]

I'm running 2 of these flanking a 27" orientated in portrait mode:

https://www.costco.ca/lg-34wl60tm-34-in.-ultrawide-fhd-ips-monitor-(2560-x-1080).product.100707781.html

Edit: I also run PowerToys in the background to setup dedicated window fancy zones: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/powertoys/

[benyl]

BUMP.

Looking for an ultra-wide monitor under $500. The main feature I'm looking for is being able to split it in half for multiple applications with my work Surface.

Is the budget enough or am I out to lunch with $500? I found this? https://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX00122892

Might be good?

Keep an eye out at London Drugs and staples. They have LG monitors and you can price match at MemEx.

https://www.staples.ca/products/2990085-en-lg-29-ultrawide-wfhd-ips-gaming-monitor-with-amd-freesync-29wn600-w

I have an older version of that one and 2 24" for a 3 monitor setup. My old eyes can't handle more resolution...

[jwslam]

How much real estate are you working with? What kind of resolution / colour accuracy do you need?
I found myself replacing my desk because it wasn't deep enough to give me distance from the size

[firebane]

Any monitor you buy should be at least 1440p resolution.

1080p on a UW monitor is wasting the purpose of the monitor.

[msommers]

^^Too slow, what he said

An ultrawide that's 27" should be at least 1440p, so anything 30"+ should be that at minimum. My 10 year old 27" monitor has 1440p LOL

[cam_wmh]

If ya can do used, here's an X34 for sale.

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-monitors/calgary/acer-predator-x34-curved-34-inch-ultra-wide/1647609465

[pheoxs]

Having used my ultrawide for years I'd recommend just going with dual monitor setup. Works better for almost everything IMO.

[flipstah]

Hi All,

Thanks for responses!

Curved isn't a deal-breaker but would be nice. Desk space isn't a concern right now but has to be new so I can expense it at work :)

[LilDrunkenSmurf]

Having used my ultrawide for years I'd recommend just going with dual monitor setup. Works better for almost everything IMO.

Having triple monitor setup for ages, I can't wait to go to an UW.
My goal is a 49" UW on the bottom with a 34" UW on top.

[taemo]

Having used my ultrawide for years I'd recommend just going with dual monitor setup. Works better for almost everything IMO.

Most I know that loves UW are business or data analyst and geophysicists but personally 2 monitor also works best for me.
I tried running a 34" UW and a 27" in portrait and found the UW to have lots of unused space. running a 30" in landscape and 27" in portrait now and finding it to be a good balance.

also not fun when someone is sharing their UW or 4K screen in an online meeting lol

[msommers]

I have two 27" monitors at home and honestly have thought about going to a 37-41"+ ultrawide.

The cost of getting into something color accurate at that size though is a bit eye-watering.

[2Legit2Quit]

I've been running a 49" Samsung g9 for 2 years now, ultra wide life ftw.

But yes full screen sharing is a no go, I just select the one app I want to share and it looks fine in the other end, kinda sucks having to swap to another app time to time but not the end of the world.

[taemo]

I have two 27" monitors at home and honestly have thought about going to a 37-41"+ ultrawide.

The cost of getting into something color accurate at that size though is a bit eye-watering.

We gave these to our geophysicists and they are nice and not cheap
https://www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-38wn75c-b-ultrawide-monitor

wouldn't mind getting one at home for gaming haha

[Asian_defender]

If work will pay for it then consider this guy
https://www.dell.com/en-ca/shop/dell-34-curved-gaming-monitor-s3422dwg/apd/210-azep/monitors-monitor-accessories?gacd=9683780-3004-5761040-266662033-0&dgc=st&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlKmeBhCkARIsAHy7WVurB_q0HQQHi0FqRsdigNTziJNg8bQyr9M8rUtssNGhNH8djkr5AHsaAmJPEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&nclid=EqSx8biFVjmiuraXSULdyAjwq5LC6cDbnbfSDe-VhgfHWDPc0RZl2UcMyCSofsKA

34 inch 1440p. Built in USB hub so you can get a cleaner(ish) setup. 144hz via display port
It's a VA panel so if viewing angels are a concern so it may not be a good fit but for the under $500 budget I don't think you'll get better bang for the buck

[msommers]

We gave these to our geophysicists and they are nice and not cheap
https://www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-38wn75c-b-ultrawide-monitor

wouldn't mind getting one at home for gaming haha

Yeah that's pretty nice!! I'll take one ;)

Finding a monitor that's at minimum 100% sRGB (preferably well beyond like 120-133) and not entirely shit in the Adobe space (like 85%+) just ratches up the price to well over $1,500. At those prices I think I'm dreaming more than actually going to purchase haha

[flipstah]

https://www.dell.com/en-ca/shop/dell-34-curved-gaming-monitor-s3422dwg/apd/210-azep/monitors-monitor-accessories

Or is curved not preferred?




If work will pay for it then consider this guy
https://www.dell.com/en-ca/shop/dell-34-curved-gaming-monitor-s3422dwg/apd/210-azep/monitors-monitor-accessories?gacd=9683780-3004-5761040-266662033-0&dgc=st&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlKmeBhCkARIsAHy7WVurB_q0HQQHi0FqRsdigNTziJNg8bQyr9M8rUtssNGhNH8djkr5AHsaAmJPEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&nclid=EqSx8biFVjmiuraXSULdyAjwq5LC6cDbnbfSDe-VhgfHWDPc0RZl2UcMyCSofsKA

34 inch 1440p. Built in USB hub so you can get a cleaner(ish) setup. 144hz via display port
It's a VA panel so if viewing angels are a concern so it may not be a good fit but for the under $500 budget I don't think you'll get better bang for the buck



Thanks for this tip benyl on price matching. So far either that Dell or this LG are key contenders, but the latter I'd have to cough up extra 200$.

https://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX00123571
https://www.staples.ca/products/3035719-en-lg-34-3440-x-1440-curved-ultrawide-qhd-ips-display-monitor-34wp85cn-b

FYI if anyone is interested; price matching through MemX comes out to $731 vs $750 at Staples.

Just gonna read up on the Dell one more.

[Xtrema]

Thanks for this tip benyl on price matching. So far either that Dell or this LG are key contenders, but the latter I'd have to cough up extra 200$.

https://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX00123571
https://www.staples.ca/products/3035719-en-lg-34-3440-x-1440-curved-ultrawide-qhd-ips-display-monitor-34wp85cn-b

FYI if anyone is interested; price matching through MemX comes out to $731 vs $750 at Staples.

Just gonna read up on the Dell one more.

That VA panel should be fine and you don't have to pay extra out of pocket. But if you have a height adjustable standing desk and adjust often, you may notice the viewing angle issue of VA panel.

Had a old 34" UW 1440p panel for like over 7 years now for my home office. I don't miss the dual 24" 1080p I had before.

[benyl]

Better try a VA panel.

I have IPS panels and tried a VA. Couldn't do it.

[flipstah]

Better try a VA panel.

I have IPS panels and tried a VA. Couldn't do it.

I'll have to go to MemX then and check a VA panel out. My current LG is a 22in IPS panel

[thinmyster]

I have 4 of these in my home office. Not sure it has the splitting feature although there are applications for that. No complaints.

https://www.costco.ca/lg-34wl60tm-34-in.-ultrawide-fhd-ips-monitor-(2560-x-1080).product.100707781.html

[ZeroGravity]

also not fun when someone is sharing their UW or 4K screen in an online meeting lol

THIS :)

I have an 40" UW (5120x2160)... and I can only share specific windows / dialogs.

[AndyL]

check warehouse deals on amazon - screens get heavy discounts. Bought 3 there now - one had a scratch, on the stand (their notes said 10% on bezel or some such)

111058

Just sayin'.

[schurchill39]

What about using a 4k TV? I run a 50" Samsung at home and its effectively 4x 24" monitors. I would recommend sizing down to like a 40" or so because mine is a bit too big. Then download Microsoft PowerToys and set up FancyZones to be able to snap windows to different parts of your screen to keep it neat and tidy

[msommers]

check warehouse deals on amazon - screens get heavy discounts. Bought 3 there now - one had a scratch, on the stand (their notes said 10% on bezel or some such)

111058

Just sayin'.

This looks awesome given the price

[taemo]

check warehouse deals on amazon - screens get heavy discounts. Bought 3 there now - one had a scratch, on the stand (their notes said 10% on bezel or some such)

111058

Just sayin'.

solid advice, I also bought my LG 27" monitor from Amazon used couple of years ago, it was rated as Used - Like New and saved me 150$

that UW seems to be good if you are not a gamer

[flipstah]

AndyL good deal! But it'll say 'used' in the receipt and has to be 'new'. But at $565 new, it's not too far out of budget!

[AndyL]

AndyL good deal! But it'll say 'used' in the receipt and has to be 'new'. But at $565 new, it's not too far out of budget!

The coffee maker I just grabbed off warehouse deals - doesn't say used anywhere on the Amazon invoice... Ymmv

[D'z Nutz]

I checked my previous Amazon Warehouse Deal orders and it says "Condition: Used - Like New" on the order page, but if you download the invoice as a PDF, which I'm assuming you do to submit the expense, it doesn't say anything about it being used.

[taemo]

AndyL good deal! But it'll say 'used' in the receipt and has to be 'new'. But at $565 new, it's not too far out of budget!

buy new, print receipt, return/cancel and buy the used one

[flipstah]

check warehouse deals on amazon - screens get heavy discounts. Bought 3 there now - one had a scratch, on the stand (their notes said 10% on bezel or some such)

111058

Just sayin'.

Between the one that you quoted and this curved version for $497, which of the two would you do?

https://www.amazon.ca/LG-UltraWide-34WQ73A-B-Resolution-Compatibility/dp/B0B924GWLJ/ref=sr_1_15?crid=1KZ13EN07GRSI&keywords=LG+Ultrawide&qid=1674586234&sprefix=lg+ultrawid%2Caps%2C195&sr=8-15

[msommers]

The WQ is newer, more colours and higher bit depth, but lacks a speaker.

I would personally go with the WQ if it you can swing it.

https://www.displayspecifications.com/en/comparison/d2052467a5

[AndyL]

Monitors are so user/desk specific - I have an awesome 4k 24" LG ultrafine... But It's pretty much turned to my secondary display because in practice - I find I prefer to work off the LG ultragear 32GK60W-B. Reviews/recommendations all say the ultra fine is awesome - and the ultragear is meh... Maybe it's my eyes and use case - everyone's different and the specs mean nothing if it doesn't work for yours.

[msommers]

Yeah 4k on a 24" would be tiny haha. Like 4k 13" laptops, like why

[AndyL]

Yeah 4k on a 24" would be tiny haha. Like 4k 13" laptops, like why

My brain says it's a 27, Google says it's a 24 (I just remember same model as the Mac 4k and if it's good enough for apple snobs...), I'll have to actually look at the model number tonight if it really matters, about same height as my ultragear, just doesn't have that extra width.

It's great for some things especially in cad - but most of the time it's where chrome and discord sit these days while I do things on the ultragear...

[beecue]

I have a 34 uw for work but I find it a bit small to split in half. I think ideal would be 40/42 but those are pricey.

[flipstah]

I have a 34 uw for work but I find it a bit small to split in half. I think ideal would be 40/42 but those are pricey.

I've tried 2/3 1/3 split and it's not bad, especially if the 1/3 bit is meant for reading documents/emails/Teams/etc.

[Xtrema]

Yeah 4k on a 24" would be tiny haha. Like 4k 13" laptops, like why

You hate battery life.

[flipstah]

Thanks peeps!

Bought the 34WQ73A-B and keep you all posted!

[msommers]

Good choice!

[flipstah]

Just got it today and holy shit I can’t tell it’s used

It’s so clean and barely anything. All the stickers were still on it!

Time to grab some speakers next. Thanks for the help; very gud deel

I don’t know to do cable management for this bad boy yet and right now it’s on “Vivid” mode. Pretty nice.

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[AndyL]

Just got it today and holy shit I can’t tell it’s used

It’s so clean and barely anything. All the stickers were still on it!

Time to grab some speakers next. Thanks for the help; very gud deel

I don’t know to do cable management for this bad boy yet and right now it’s on “Vivid” mode. Pretty nice.

111132

:thumbsup:

I don't think much of what appears on the warehouse deals side is actually used - I think majority is stuff thats mangled within the amazon system. I'm 100% sure they don't inspect they use some kind of formula to decide what damage based on external damage. My coffee maker arrived unopened (factory sealed) - no damage, the fancy ergonomic chair I grabbed - said lots of damage / missing parts - box was entirely destroyed, but it was actually all intact not a scratch/missing part to be found. Even my reboxed monitors I've grabbed nothing close to the damage 'assumed'.

[flipstah]

:thumbsup:

I don't think much of what appears on the warehouse deals side is actually used - I think majority is stuff thats mangled within the amazon system. I'm 100% sure they don't inspect they use some kind of formula to decide what damage based on external damage. My coffee maker arrived unopened (factory sealed) - no damage, the fancy ergonomic chair I grabbed - said lots of damage / missing parts - box was entirely destroyed, but it was actually all intact not a scratch/missing part to be found. Even my reboxed monitors I've grabbed nothing close to the damage 'assumed'.

Nice! I might look for an espresso machine with this method then.

[taemo]

nice, monitor looks great.

yeah I always check for the used section and got me some good deals in the past. only time it failed on me is when I bought a carpet cleaner for my parents and it didnt come with charger. had to return it, supposedly used items have a restocking fee but i complained and they waved the fee.

[msommers]

I don’t know to do cable management for this bad boy yet....


Cheap velcro straps on Amazon should do the trick for ya.

Do used items on Amazon carry the same factory warranty as new?

[LilDrunkenSmurf]

Time for a monitor arm with integrated cable management.

[flipstah]

Cheap velcro straps on Amazon should do the trick for ya.

Do used items on Amazon carry the same factory warranty as new?

Have no idea about the warranty so I looked at my order receipt and it sent me in the loop about it's independent to the vendor, but the vendor was 'Amazon Warehouse' so I'd say it's final sale past 30 day return window. Unless you hit up LG for warranty claims.


Time for a monitor arm with integrated cable management.

Is that a thing? Ooo.

Also what's the window management app to download if I want to split windows more than halves? It's pretty big 50/50 right now but definitely not as big as two monitors.

[msommers]

True a monitor arm would be a great addition and remove the need for the stand too.

Most monitors have a standard VESA 100x100 mount on the back. Check PrimeCables for a cheap one that should do the trick, just keep an eye on the weight limits.

[taemo]

Have no idea about the warranty so I looked at my order receipt and it sent me in the loop about it's independent to the vendor, but the vendor was 'Amazon Warehouse' so I'd say it's final sale past 30 day return window. Unless you hit up LG for warranty claims.



Is that a thing? Ooo.

Also what's the window management app to download if I want to split windows more than halves? It's pretty big 50/50 right now but definitely not as big as two monitors.

on windows i use ms power toys
on mac, dont have one anymore but doesnt it have split view already?
cant remember anymore what i used but maybe rectangle or mosaic

[flipstah]

on windows i use ms power toys
on mac, dont have one anymore but doesnt it have split view already?
cant remember anymore what i used but maybe rectangle or mosaic

Oh awesome; I'll check out PowerToys! I just want 3-split and not 2-split.

Yeah Mac has window management already.

[AndyL]

111143

Go hunt in foam for these clips? The stands look the same I'd expect they're included with yours too...

[D'z Nutz]

flipstah is such an inspiring individual, I ended up ordering a couple of the 34WN750's myself to replace my four 24" Dell Ultrasharps. First one arrived today from Richmond, second one should be coming in a couple days from Ontario. Both were also Amazon Warehouse Deals.

I think this first one is more "damaged packaging" than "used" cause it looks like it was just missing the outer box with all the words and pictures. Even the manual, cables, and accessories are still sealed in its original packaging.

111146

I can't wait until the second one comes so I can reclaim some desk space and reduce the number of cables.

[flipstah]

Mine was missing the clip and the manual :(