Hey everyone! Thanks for checking out this week's video! What does your current monitor setup look like? Any dual-screen people still out there? 😉 If your interested in one of the monitors I've mentioned in this video, then check out the links to the full reviews of those monitors in the description and... have a wonderful day!
I bought the Samsung G9 2.5 years ago and my monitor died from a manufacturing defect about 2 weeks ago. I called Samsung and I was told by their rep "this is a prime example why people like you should learn to buy the extend warranty", not sure why the Samsung rep decided to be mean instantly, especially since I started the call being respectful and expecting them to stand by their product. But in the end, he said Samsung cannot help me, even if it's a know defect and they said I can be transferred to their sales department to purchase a new monitor. If Samsung won't stand by their product, it makes it hard for me to trust Samsung products, especially on a monitor that expensive. I WILL NOT BE BUYING A SINGLE SAMSUNG PRODUCT AGAIN.
Yes, please review the 40” Dell UW. I have an older 34” model and I'm curious how it's improved. The press to drop down USB ports are cool. Been a fan of LG UWs but the KVM/Hub is a gamechanger for multiple devices (personal and gaming) and USB-C for Macbooks. So simple to switch my keyboard between devices even though it's Bluetooth, KVM is so much easier.
I've been using the new Dell U4025QW for a few months and it's easily the best monitor I've ever used. I do a lot of video/photo editing and occasional gaming, and the colors and refresh rate are perfect for my needs. My 42" LG C2 was amazing for gaming, but I will never go back to an OLED for productivity.
Isn't the U4025QW only 60Hz though? I'm interested in these 38-40" monitor more focused on productivity, but they seem fine with leaving them at 60Hz, and I can't seem to handle anything lower than 85Hz even on desktop work now.
Hi, I read your post which I have read numerous times could be one of the best monitors ever made. Do you use a Mac at all ? From a capability point of view *?*
I would absolutely love for you to do a review of this new Dell U4025QW! When I saw you were using it in your last video, I started checking your channel every day to see this review.
I find it interesting that there seems to be a focus on oled being better here. The vast majority of productivity use-cases (e.g. programming / WFH) would result in OLED burn-in at a faster rate than only using an oled for gaming/watching media. So I find it a bit unusual that a video for productivity monitors is focusing on encouraging going down the oled route when the current state of oled is not suitable for productivity, unless one wants to buy a new monitor after several months. Seriously, working a 9-5 on an oled monitor is not a smart idea until burn-in is significantly improved.
OLED burn in 2024 is virtually a problem of the past! If you're concerned about it so much, try checking burn-in prevention techniques used in modern OLED monitors/TVs.
Oled burn in is kind of a thing of the past. 2019 was a big leep forward for oleds and they've continued to get better. I can leave my screens on for a very long time (and I do) and have absolutely no issues. Prior to 2019, I had one that definitely suffered from burn-in and LG sent a repair guy to replace the panel. In fact, that's all he did all day. He drove around and replaced panels from burn-in issues. What a crazy job. Lol.
Make the review on the DELL 40 inch please haha!!!! Been waiting for an in-depth review for ages! If you could feature Windows experience alongside Mac that would be amazing! Too much Mac only reviews.
@@WilliamBrauner-ie4yq did you got my reply? I don't know how TH-cam works but my 2 replies were deleted. So I bought the 40" 5K wide curve with 120Hz. I will not write the model again to not trigger another comment delete.
In my opinion the perfect monitor would have the following specs: 49 inch diagonal, 32:9, 4K, 240Hz, MiniLED, 1800R curve, flat stand. The monitor that fits most of those specs is the Samsung Odyssey G9 57 inch monitor. But sadly it is way too big, and therefore too tightly curved...
This has to be the best guide about buying monitors on YT. 😊 U pretty much cover everything that an average buyer needs to know when purchasing monitors.
Been using the 57" Samsung Odyssey G9 Neo for about a month based upon your recommendation in this video (along with months and months of research)! Verdict.... I LOVE IT! I mean it is a dream. Exactly what I was looking for. The size is perfect for what I do. I don't game but productivity is amazing. I use both PC and Mac on it. Thank you for your videos. They were a great great help in making a decision.
I was just getting ready to pull the trigger on the 57" and this video came on while I was examining and reviewing my cart, then suddenly you said youre back to the 40" Dell. Why now Im nervous to pull the trigger
A correction here: macOS can in fact scale (as you put it "independant of the resolution"). Apple just - for whatever reason - describes its scaling in resolution to give you a sense what to expect. Actually it uses the native resolution of the panel. Actually, it scaled far better for years than Windows. But Windows cought up. (I am a Mac user just recently)
For anyone interested in the Samsung Odyssey G9 57”, it’s currently $1599 on Amazon which is an insane price considering the list price is still $2499 normally.
@@DavidIknaian I bought the G9 57 and it had many dead pixels out of box. I bought many 49 inch models in search of a functional one and each had manufacturing issues. I’ve decided to never buy Samsung anything again.
With latest macOS releases you can't adjust the scale as easily as windows, but you can adjust _most_ of it now, including icon size on desktop (which affects more than just the icons), font size for most things, etc. Just takes more clicks. They really need to add this!
Please review the Dell U40245QW. I have the 34" 2021 3440x1440p model and for a long time I was saying that this would be the perfect monitor if it had a higher than 60hz refresh rate. Now Dell has updated both the 34 and 40 inch one and I am also curious how much different the IPS Black technology is as opposed to regular 1000:1 IPS. I am considering upgrading to the new 34" or the 40" one, though, the latter comes with a mandatory, very expensive GPU as well :P
Oh man. That dell 40” 5K2K with KVM sounds perfect. I constantly switch between three machines. Gaming PC, work computer and my project/general use laptop. Currently have a 144Hz 32” 4K monitor. At the office I have a 49” 5Kx1440. Home monitor is better for the height (more rows of code), but the width the office one has is simply amazing for productivity, but is a bit too wide. So that 40” 5K2K would be the best of both!
Hello, can you please recommend a ultrawide monitor that is not too expensive but great for working with Excel. I do not game. I only need it for work to look at large spreadsheets. But something that has capability to use on multiple laptops (not at the same time) I guess something with multiple HDMI ports. It doesn't have to be the cheapest. I do want a great viewing experience since I am working 10+ hours a day by looking at the screen. Thank you!
I prefer 2 monitors since i connect to Citrix for office work. So Citrix can occupy one monitor in full-screen mode, and allow me the do Alt+Tab to switch between apps within my office citrix session.
Hi, I am very interested in buying the Samsung Odyssey G9 (2024) 49-inch curved monitor but my PC has an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti graphics card. I read on some websites that this GPU was capable of running the monitor well, but I wanted to ask you if this is true or not. Thank you for the video!
Amazing I've been wanting a screen for a PC again. Wanted a nice one. This video is everything I was looking forward to. Thank you. :) you should do a tech building group. I be in
@3:41 So I have the SAMSUNG 49-Inch Odyssey G9 Series DQHD 1000R Curved, and I notice the large pixels on screen mentioned here. Would the OLED version of this monitor fix that problem OR do I need to go with a 5120x2160 monitor to gain that vertical resolution? My main use is Motion Graphics, 3d Animation full-time freelance, and gaming might be 25 percent of the use. Thanks @PeteMatheson
Nice reviews, do you also have a video where you talk about / test a multiple monitor setup with one (or more) monitors in landscape and one (or more) in portrait?
Bought a Philips 40" 4K 60Hz in 2016, best money spent on any of my computer gear (and the 40" were half the price of the 28" 4K panels back then) - still my main screen, only downside is looking to the corners needs a refocus of the eyes...
Once you have gone to a true 8K monitor at 65" there just isn't anything else that can compare for productivity. 4 x 32" 4K monitors without bezels is impossible to beat. Eagerly awaiting Pete's review of the QN900 :) It is basically a flat glossy version of the Neo G9 57" with twice the number of pixels. No, it isn't perfect (no monitor / TV is), but it made me return both the Neo G9 57" and the Asus PG32UCDM when looking for the best one monitor setup. YMMV of course.
Hey @PeteMatheson, great content! I'm planning to buy an ultrawide monitor, and I'm really drawn to the sleek design of the Samsung 49'' Odyssey, probably opting for the 1800R version instead of the 1000R. However, I want to make sure this purchase fits my needs, so I have a question for you. I believe you've connected two computers to the same monitor before, but is there a way to easily switch between them using keyboard shortcuts or something like a Stream Deck? Ideally, I'd like to set up three buttons: one to switch the entire screen to my personal computer, another to switch the entire screen to my work computer, and a third button to split the monitor with my personal computer on the left and my work computer on the right. Is this possible, or would I need to manually use the monitor's menu to switch inputs or set up the split-screen view? Thanks in advance!
I saw a fantastic 2024 model monitor at Best Buy, but it’s not ideal for productivity. However, I believe LG will soon release a similar monitor with a higher pixel density. Great video :)
Great video. I’m running the Dell 5k2k monitor at the moment, nice clear text for coding. Would love a 42” 8k monitor but as I’m needing more virtual space as well.
OLEDs WILL degrade over time. It isn't a matter of if, but when. If you baby it by turning the screen off while away, or keeping as many static images away from it as possible, you should be able to get a few solid years out of it. Owning an OLED is being on a timer, but during the honeymoon phase, your experience should generally be superior in most ways to any other panel type (other than your constant worrying about burn in.)
I've owned oleds for a few years now. TVs, monitors, for games, TV, Mac and windows, and not once have I suffered burn in. Yes there are cases where I've seen people have been affected, but it's definitely the minority 👍🏼 crack on and enjoy your monitor. Anti burn in tech is getting better and better every year, so every year it's even less of an issue
A thing to note about "anti burn in tech" is that it works by uniformly burning in the pixels to prevent image retention. This inevitably means that your max brightness will dim over time, but it shouldn't be noticeable for a long time, given the insane contrast OLEDs provide.
I run a Samsung QD Oled Samsung G8 Monitor I've had it almost for a year. I use solidworks nearly 8 hours a day so lots of icons and static interface on the screen almost all day. No signs of burn it yet. You can see burn in protection shifting everything slightly every couple of minutes, doesn't bother me at all. Every couple of days when I turn it off at the end of the day it pops up a message, that's it running a screen refresh that runs for about 20 minutes. Honestly it's not an issue. The Oled displays are so clear and so vibrant it's worth. Everything from solidworks, to outlooks, to extended gaming sessions in cyberpunk looks absolutely stunning.
Great videos, thank you. I have noted in your other review on the 57 inch, that you didnt rate mac book pro max3 compatibility very high. I need to use word, a lot, writing a massive academic doc. Plus I also use adobe, indesign, lightroom and premiere. Thoughts??? Thank you, Terri
Hi! You mention that the 49 inch g9 has USB-C connectivity for macbooks, but in your review video of it a couple of months ago you say it doesnt. Could you please clarify which one of the two it is :)?
Haha! I was confused too - it seems there is a newer model that has USB-C, but it also didn't have the Tizen interface - I need to look into it more but I believe there are currently 2 versions that you can buy. The one I reviewed, and one that we bought in recently for another video which had the extra USB-C connection.
on macs, the ppis remain the same regardless of your resolution. So just adjust it to the resolution that yields the most readable size, you wont' be losing quality
Unfortunately not a single curved ultra wide with 2160p vertical resolution, so replacing my three 4K monitors is out of the question for productivity.
Totally agree for USB-C for Macs. While HDMI to USB-C adapters do work for my ultrawides, the convenience of USB-PD for a single cable providing power, display, and peripherals (if it has a Hub/KVM).
Hi Pete Do you recommend Thunderbolt or USB C to connect Mac Book Pro with an external monitor for productivity? I am deciding two productivity 4K monitors (32Inches and 40inches) one has USB and the other Thunderbolt (Dell U3223QE & Dell U4025QW). Thanks
HI Pete, just subscribed your channel. Just bought the new MacBook Pro for my photo and video editing hobbies and also a PC laptop for my data analytics work. I still couldn't decide what monitor to get for both to use with a KVM. Any recommendation?
I have an older Samsung 49" ViewFinity S95UA monitor (1800R curvature) that is just perfect as my work setup. Two computers, KVM (I use a single keyboard+mouse), 5120x1440 pixels, 120 Hz refresh rate, HDR support, speakers quite usable for work, absolutely nothing to complain about. It was cheap for this size, too.
The curve numerical (1000R, 1500R) is actually the radius of the curvature. essentialy, the monitor is an arc that is trimmed from a circle with that particular radius. From my guess, 1000R means a radius of 1000millimeters,
I am really confused between IPS avs OLED exclusively for productivity. I heard OLED text is not clear and has burn in issues but these monitors have the resolution and aspect ratio I am looking for, 21:9 45". IPS monitor have very few (if any) options for large displays. I will exclusively use these monitors for trading and coding no gaming at all.
Hey, Thanks for such a thorough guide! How would you rate the DellU3425WE? Basically I am looking for an All-Arounder monitor, but I am restricted from my desk space to only fit a
As I've seen you testing so many monitors, may I ask which monitor arm company or model you would recommend, especially for larger or heavier screens? I tried out Onkron and Forging Mount, both couldn't handle my Odyssey G7 Neo :(
Thanks Pete there's a lot of information , but in your opinion which OLED curved is the better on the market for Mac's as I do a lot of reading .... lots .... sometimes have to be reformatted from jpeg to PDF and it gets compromised in terms of clarity. I love the idea of curved but the prices are up there ! Currently I use a 28 samsung which is 3 yrs old . Shall I go a double monitor or go OLED ? I love the idea of having may tabs opened at a glance like you did on the video Thanks
Hi Pete. I really enjoyed this video but I’m still struggling to understand the concept of MacOS scaling and how much consideration I should place on it when selecting a productivity monitor for my Mac. Do you have any plans to produce a video discussing this issue in more detail? I’ve found current TH-cam content on the topic very vague & I really like the way your videos explain things in lay-man’s terms. I’m sure there are many viewers that’d benefit from your explanation, particularly given the highly expected new MacMini release in October.
I bought the MSI 40" ultrawide - it is not curved. you are so correct. its just too big to be on a desktop - if it were curved i'd keep it. its going back.
The 57” Samsung is my dream monitor. But I heard people are experiencing issues with that particular monitor. So I am not willing to spend $3k just to deal with issues
just returned my 3rd one they all have had several pixels out and two died within 4 days power up but no display I just got an Ark and its got lines so Im officially donw w Samsung just dont know what to do now
Built in Speakers: don't these take the job from a laptop's speakers for a lot of users? If you have THE most dialed desk and speaker setup, or happen to be on ear/headphones, then sure, that's better. But no-one seems to want to talk about a tier system of sound. Say starting at a phone, then a cheap bleutooth speaker or a bad laptop, etc. I'm on a laptop now, and about to get my first standalone monitor since an SVGA 14" tubular model decades ago. Built in speakers seem like a big deal to me 😀
Thank you for the video. Can you please tell me what monitor is best for text quality. I write and read a lot. I hav Sony LCD monitor 19 inches but it is getting old. I need matte screen. Please advice. Thank you very much.
hi, sir! can you suggest BEST 32-34" budget friendly monitor for graphic designs? badly need it 🥹 i'm from Philippines, sir. hoping for your answer 🙏🏻 thank you, sir!
Yes. REALLY want a review of the Dell 40" So tempted with this monitor. Debating it and the 49" Samsung OLED. There are NO decent reviews of that Dell monitor, so please please make it!
What i miss in all these reviews. What if you buy the samsung 57 inch with high resolution and you work or home pc does not support the highest resolution then what? Will u have black bars all around or will you have a lower resolution but still full screen. My work has the latest microsoft laptop but my home pc is a HP G2 mini with intel 530 graphics.
yeah there's a few ways this can go. Get the full resolution but lower refresh rate like 60hz / 120hz. Get lower resolution at higher refresh rates. Low resolution & low refresh rates It just totally depends on what your graphics card can drive
Pete, as always, amazing content. You’re the reviewer I relate to more than any other due to our similar stage in life, family situation, mix of gaming and productivity, etc. I know these videos are a ton of work, but know that at least one viewer out there is stoked every time you post something. Having said all of that, I’m really interested in your opinion of the Dell 40” you mention in this video. I just bought one recently and the dark fringing around the edges of the monitor was so bad that I had to send it back. e.g. When my email inbox was on the left, the list of folders would have a grey background and the list of emails more toward the center would be white background as expected. Is this just a reality of IPS Black panels and their viewing angles, or did I get a dud?
Hey man great video, just saw one issue. At 10:00 you said the 4090 doesn't support HDMI 2.1. I know you meant to say DisplayPort 2.1 which the 4090 doesn't have, but it certainly has HDMI 2.1. Can you get a correction added to the video at that part?
Ah yep! Fair point, this was badly scripted. The issue I meant to explain was that even with a 4090, some of the larger monitors can’t run full native resolution at 240hz due to some weird issue. Will add a correction 👍🏼
I am searching for an Monitor for Studying and first of all reading many articles in splitscreen. I prefer the Apple products (iPad Pro, MacBook and MacStudio). Have you any preference of monitor here ? Thanks 🙏
For a person who doesn't game, at all, and is just looking at office productivity, what do you recommend? Currently I have 2 27" positioned center and right, a 34" wide screen in portrait on the left, and a 25" in upper right position. I want to try an ultra wide to replace 3 normal panels and keep my portrait display (I split the screen and keep outlook mail and calendar stacked). I keep open 8-10 applications/windows most days, it's all PowerPoint, Word, excel, web browser, and stuff like that. Suggestions for choosing a great wide-screen?
Saw you’re review on the 57” neo G9. Would love to get your take on a deal Costco is running on a different version of the G9 which is currently $749.99 compared to the neo G9 which is $1,599.99. I need it for productivity.
So what am looking for ultra wide 40” to 54” but I want thunderbolt 4 for my Mac book M3 Pro, and I also need support for windows. What monitor would you recommend? Also planning using the caldigit TS4
@@PeteMatheson for the Dell is it worth loosing the extra 9” I’d get with say a G9 or the LG? I mean if there is something better than the Dell in a 49” I’d spend more $$$. I wonder if the higher resolution makes and the KVM hub make up for the 9” I would be loosing?
That’s the question we’ve all asked ourselves! I’ve decided to keep the G9 as my main screen and my editor is using the Dell now. I think you could buy either though and be very happy with the purchase
I’ve made a few monitor buying guides and review videos but this is HANDS DOWN the best and most comprehensive video I’ve seen on TH-cam!! Amazing job Pete!! 🔥
Could you recommend another 4K Monitor Mac friendly monitor with AMAZING specs that costs less? 😬😅 I need a 32 or 34" or larger 4K monitor for production and video editing on my M2! I just picked up the Alienware 32" 4K UHD 240Hz Curved QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW3225QF) on sale $1200 + tax Love the specs but still not sure of it's overkill for what i need it for!? Also would love to spend less😅Wondering which 32"+ 4k monitor is best for my M2 Studio?
How does a Mac not scale right? I have a Macbook and an iPad Pro and never had any issues with scaling when connected to a 4k 32inch screen. Is that with specific screen sizes and resolutions? And the scaling of some programs in Windows is far from perfect. So my experience is the other way around.
Many thanks for the informative video. I really like an OLED display but am worry about the burn in issue as I am mainly using it for work. Please advise if this is a concern with today's OLED monitors.
I've owned oleds for a few years now. TVs, monitors, for games, TV, Mac and windows, and not once have I suffered burn in. Yes there are cases where I've seen people have been affected, but it's definitely the minority 👍🏼 Anti burn in tech is getting better and better every year, so every year it's even less of an issue
@@PeteMatheson Thanks again for the info Pete. One last questions, With a budget of under $1,500, what is your recommendation of a 32" to 40" OLED primary for casual work monitor hooking up to a Alienware desktop which I am planning to get. Really appreciate your advise and info!🙏
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Hey everyone! Thanks for checking out this week's video! What does your current monitor setup look like? Any dual-screen people still out there? 😉
If your interested in one of the monitors I've mentioned in this video, then check out the links to the full reviews of those monitors in the description and... have a wonderful day!
2 49's over under using a Dual Mount just trying to find virtual monitor manager so far none of them work as expected
do you prefer the higher resolution neo g9 over the OLED g9?
@@elliotpolanco159 i moved away from 4k actually opting for better frame rate. and I do a lot of photo shop work, the 1440 resolution is just fine.
Sir what 4K OLED Ultrawide monitor do you recommend for freelancers? and what size? thanks a lot regards from the Philippines. 😊
I went to buy the Samsung G9 57inch using Your link above but it is not showing the monitor. Do you know why ? Thanks
I bought the Samsung G9 2.5 years ago and my monitor died from a manufacturing defect about 2 weeks ago. I called Samsung and I was told by their rep "this is a prime example why people like you should learn to buy the extend warranty", not sure why the Samsung rep decided to be mean instantly, especially since I started the call being respectful and expecting them to stand by their product. But in the end, he said Samsung cannot help me, even if it's a know defect and they said I can be transferred to their sales department to purchase a new monitor.
If Samsung won't stand by their product, it makes it hard for me to trust Samsung products, especially on a monitor that expensive. I WILL NOT BE BUYING A SINGLE SAMSUNG PRODUCT AGAIN.
@@rader83 unfortunately there phones have the same issues. There are tons of reddit posts
I was told to never buy Samsung. I only buy LG
I have multiple Samsung S phones where the screen died, I am not buying any new Samsung phone
I love how the title says "productivity" and the entire video shows him playing video games 🤣🤣
lol right?
This video must have made itself by just playing games.
@@MArca-hj3xv Please, make sense
Yes, please review the 40” Dell UW. I have an older 34” model and I'm curious how it's improved. The press to drop down USB ports are cool. Been a fan of LG UWs but the KVM/Hub is a gamechanger for multiple devices (personal and gaming) and USB-C for Macbooks. So simple to switch my keyboard between devices even though it's Bluetooth, KVM is so much easier.
I've been using the new Dell U4025QW for a few months and it's easily the best monitor I've ever used. I do a lot of video/photo editing and occasional gaming, and the colors and refresh rate are perfect for my needs. My 42" LG C2 was amazing for gaming, but I will never go back to an OLED for productivity.
Isn't the U4025QW only 60Hz though? I'm interested in these 38-40" monitor more focused on productivity, but they seem fine with leaving them at 60Hz, and I can't seem to handle anything lower than 85Hz even on desktop work now.
Hi, I read your post which I have read numerous times could be one of the best monitors ever made. Do you use a Mac at all ? From a capability point of view *?*
@@jefmes No, its 120
I would absolutely love for you to do a review of this new Dell U4025QW! When I saw you were using it in your last video, I started checking your channel every day to see this review.
I find it interesting that there seems to be a focus on oled being better here. The vast majority of productivity use-cases (e.g. programming / WFH) would result in OLED burn-in at a faster rate than only using an oled for gaming/watching media. So I find it a bit unusual that a video for productivity monitors is focusing on encouraging going down the oled route when the current state of oled is not suitable for productivity, unless one wants to buy a new monitor after several months. Seriously, working a 9-5 on an oled monitor is not a smart idea until burn-in is significantly improved.
@@personcalledjames bingo
OLED burn in 2024 is virtually a problem of the past! If you're concerned about it so much, try checking burn-in prevention techniques used in modern OLED monitors/TVs.
Oled burn in is kind of a thing of the past. 2019 was a big leep forward for oleds and they've continued to get better. I can leave my screens on for a very long time (and I do) and have absolutely no issues. Prior to 2019, I had one that definitely suffered from burn-in and LG sent a repair guy to replace the panel. In fact, that's all he did all day. He drove around and replaced panels from burn-in issues. What a crazy job. Lol.
Samsung Q oled monitors are more for gaming than productivity. Text shows color fringing.
Dude is stuck in 2019
Yes, please review Dell 40 inch
Make the review on the DELL 40 inch please haha!!!! Been waiting for an in-depth review for ages! If you could feature Windows experience alongside Mac that would be amazing! Too much Mac only reviews.
I bought the 40" Dell as an all-rounder for programming, multimedia and gaming. Its simply superb.
I bet it is.
👌🏾
Which 40” Dell did you buy?
@@WilliamBrauner-ie4yq Dell U4025QW
@@WilliamBrauner-ie4yqDell U4025QW
@@WilliamBrauner-ie4yq did you got my reply? I don't know how TH-cam works but my 2 replies were deleted.
So I bought the 40" 5K wide curve with 120Hz. I will not write the model again to not trigger another comment delete.
In my opinion the perfect monitor would have the following specs: 49 inch diagonal, 32:9, 4K, 240Hz, MiniLED, 1800R curve, flat stand.
The monitor that fits most of those specs is the Samsung Odyssey G9 57 inch monitor. But sadly it is way too big, and therefore too tightly curved...
This has to be the best guide about buying monitors on YT. 😊 U pretty much cover everything that an average buyer needs to know when purchasing monitors.
Thank you! 🙌🏼
The Dell Ultrawide 34" OLED is perfect from all aspects
Been using the 57" Samsung Odyssey G9 Neo for about a month based upon your recommendation in this video (along with months and months of research)! Verdict.... I LOVE IT! I mean it is a dream. Exactly what I was looking for. The size is perfect for what I do. I don't game but productivity is amazing. I use both PC and Mac on it. Thank you for your videos. They were a great great help in making a decision.
You’re so welcome! Thanks for the comment!
@@PeteMatheson wouldn’t the G9 OLED burn in after long productivity sessions with static elements?
Just got the 57 inch g9. Life changed forever and it's a heck of a conversation piece. 😊
Are you using a MAC of PC on this?
@@lecoupdegrace3345 pc.
I was just getting ready to pull the trigger on the 57" and this video came on while I was examining and reviewing my cart, then suddenly you said youre back to the 40" Dell. Why now Im nervous to pull the trigger
A correction here: macOS can in fact scale (as you put it "independant of the resolution"). Apple just - for whatever reason - describes its scaling in resolution to give you a sense what to expect. Actually it uses the native resolution of the panel. Actually, it scaled far better for years than Windows. But Windows cought up. (I am a Mac user just recently)
For anyone interested in the Samsung Odyssey G9 57”, it’s currently $1599 on Amazon which is an insane price considering the list price is still $2499 normally.
LG monitors are more reliable.... I'm waiting for the LG version of the 2160p ultrawide
@@Fortespyproductions Which monitor is that and when is it being released?
@@DavidIknaian I bought the G9 57 and it had many dead pixels out of box. I bought many 49 inch models in search of a functional one and each had manufacturing issues. I’ve decided to never buy Samsung anything again.
With latest macOS releases you can't adjust the scale as easily as windows, but you can adjust _most_ of it now, including icon size on desktop (which affects more than just the icons), font size for most things, etc. Just takes more clicks. They really need to add this!
YES!!! This is the video of been anxiously waiting for!!! Thank you Pete!
🙌🏼 Awesome to hear! haha. Very welcome man :) Hope it helped
Please review the Dell U40245QW. I have the 34" 2021 3440x1440p model and for a long time I was saying that this would be the perfect monitor if it had a higher than 60hz refresh rate. Now Dell has updated both the 34 and 40 inch one and I am also curious how much different the IPS Black technology is as opposed to regular 1000:1 IPS. I am considering upgrading to the new 34" or the 40" one, though, the latter comes with a mandatory, very expensive GPU as well :P
Binged loads of your vids and just bought the Samsung 49 inch OLED. Thanks mate!
Oh man. That dell 40” 5K2K with KVM sounds perfect. I constantly switch between three machines.
Gaming PC, work computer and my project/general use laptop.
Currently have a 144Hz 32” 4K monitor. At the office I have a 49” 5Kx1440. Home monitor is better for the height (more rows of code), but the width the office one has is simply amazing for productivity, but is a bit too wide.
So that 40” 5K2K would be the best of both!
Hello, can you please recommend a ultrawide monitor that is not too expensive but great for working with Excel. I do not game. I only need it for work to look at large spreadsheets. But something that has capability to use on multiple laptops (not at the same time) I guess something with multiple HDMI ports. It doesn't have to be the cheapest. I do want a great viewing experience since I am working 10+ hours a day by looking at the screen. Thank you!
I prefer 2 monitors since i connect to Citrix for office work. So Citrix can occupy one monitor in full-screen mode, and allow me the do Alt+Tab to switch between apps within my office citrix session.
@4:21 Mac can adjust the display scale independently from the resolution. It is in your display setting.
Must’ve been part of a software update recently launched.
Best video I've watched on monitors btw. Very nice, great information. Thanks!
I tell ya, these videos just get better and better.
👏🏼 thanks man!
Hi, I am very interested in buying the Samsung Odyssey G9 (2024) 49-inch curved monitor but my PC has an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti graphics card. I read on some websites that this GPU was capable of running the monitor well, but I wanted to ask you if this is true or not. Thank you for the video!
Amazing I've been wanting a screen for a PC again. Wanted a nice one. This video is everything I was looking forward to. Thank you. :) you should do a tech building group. I be in
@3:41 So I have the SAMSUNG 49-Inch Odyssey G9 Series DQHD 1000R Curved, and I notice the large pixels on screen mentioned here. Would the OLED version of this monitor fix that problem OR do I need to go with a 5120x2160 monitor to gain that vertical resolution? My main use is Motion Graphics, 3d Animation full-time freelance, and gaming might be 25 percent of the use. Thanks @PeteMatheson
What webcam do you have mounted to the top of the display? If you can provide a link, I would like to purchase it.
Nice reviews, do you also have a video where you talk about / test a multiple monitor setup with one (or more) monitors in landscape and one (or more) in portrait?
Bought a Philips 40" 4K 60Hz in 2016, best money spent on any of my computer gear (and the 40" were half the price of the 28" 4K panels back then) - still my main screen, only downside is looking to the corners needs a refocus of the eyes...
Once you have gone to a true 8K monitor at 65" there just isn't anything else that can compare for productivity. 4 x 32" 4K monitors without bezels is impossible to beat. Eagerly awaiting Pete's review of the QN900 :) It is basically a flat glossy version of the Neo G9 57" with twice the number of pixels. No, it isn't perfect (no monitor / TV is), but it made me return both the Neo G9 57" and the Asus PG32UCDM when looking for the best one monitor setup. YMMV of course.
How do you comfortably use a 65" monitor for productivity?
@@SuperBrownDawg I can't imagine using it to be fair. Too near to my head in my current setup.
Hey @PeteMatheson, great content! I'm planning to buy an ultrawide monitor, and I'm really drawn to the sleek design of the Samsung 49'' Odyssey, probably opting for the 1800R version instead of the 1000R. However, I want to make sure this purchase fits my needs, so I have a question for you.
I believe you've connected two computers to the same monitor before, but is there a way to easily switch between them using keyboard shortcuts or something like a Stream Deck? Ideally, I'd like to set up three buttons: one to switch the entire screen to my personal computer, another to switch the entire screen to my work computer, and a third button to split the monitor with my personal computer on the left and my work computer on the right.
Is this possible, or would I need to manually use the monitor's menu to switch inputs or set up the split-screen view?
Thanks in advance!
man how are you only on 172k
your content is worth much more
🙌🏼 appreciate the kind comments! Glad your enjoying the content 🔥
great review. learnt a lot with this. thanks so much for making this.
Glad it was helpful!
I saw a fantastic 2024 model monitor at Best Buy, but it’s not ideal for productivity. However, I believe LG will soon release a similar monitor with a higher pixel density. Great video :)
Great video. I’m running the Dell 5k2k monitor at the moment, nice clear text for coding. Would love a 42” 8k monitor but as I’m needing more virtual space as well.
Hey, great work. What desk are you using for these large screens?
Very clear, precise and useful guide. Thanks.
Very nice Video. I Need for my MacBook Pro M3 and new Mac Mini a Monitor 34 Zoll. Which would you prefer ? Thank you…
You’re talking my language with those ultra wide monitors! But am worried about burn in with the OLEDs. Should I be?
OLEDs WILL degrade over time. It isn't a matter of if, but when. If you baby it by turning the screen off while away, or keeping as many static images away from it as possible, you should be able to get a few solid years out of it. Owning an OLED is being on a timer, but during the honeymoon phase, your experience should generally be superior in most ways to any other panel type (other than your constant worrying about burn in.)
I've owned oleds for a few years now. TVs, monitors, for games, TV, Mac and windows, and not once have I suffered burn in. Yes there are cases where I've seen people have been affected, but it's definitely the minority 👍🏼 crack on and enjoy your monitor. Anti burn in tech is getting better and better every year, so every year it's even less of an issue
A thing to note about "anti burn in tech" is that it works by uniformly burning in the pixels to prevent image retention. This inevitably means that your max brightness will dim over time, but it shouldn't be noticeable for a long time, given the insane contrast OLEDs provide.
I run a Samsung QD Oled Samsung G8 Monitor I've had it almost for a year. I use solidworks nearly 8 hours a day so lots of icons and static interface on the screen almost all day. No signs of burn it yet. You can see burn in protection shifting everything slightly every couple of minutes, doesn't bother me at all. Every couple of days when I turn it off at the end of the day it pops up a message, that's it running a screen refresh that runs for about 20 minutes. Honestly it's not an issue. The Oled displays are so clear and so vibrant it's worth. Everything from solidworks, to outlooks, to extended gaming sessions in cyberpunk looks absolutely stunning.
Thanks ! super helpful , with the advice on getting a 1000r curve monitor.
Pete, what camera did you have mounted on the 40" dell for video calls, etc...? Does it have a built-in mic?
Ah yes! It's the Insta360 Link. Have used it since it was launched - brilliant camera, and yes it does, but the mic isn't the best
Extremely useful review. You explained everything so nicely and patiently. Thank you. 😄
Great videos, thank you. I have noted in your other review on the 57 inch, that you didnt rate mac book pro max3 compatibility very high. I need to use word, a lot, writing a massive academic doc. Plus I also use adobe, indesign, lightroom and premiere. Thoughts??? Thank you, Terri
What’s the wood grain panels on the wall? Where can I get them ? Are they for sound?
Fantastic video mate! Helped me a lot for choosing the right screen.
Love the skins on your macbook air 10:49, may I ask where I can buy it?
@@maniche555 I think it is from dbrand.
Hi! You mention that the 49 inch g9 has USB-C connectivity for macbooks, but in your review video of it a couple of months ago you say it doesnt. Could you please clarify which one of the two it is :)?
Haha! I was confused too - it seems there is a newer model that has USB-C, but it also didn't have the Tizen interface - I need to look into it more but I believe there are currently 2 versions that you can buy. The one I reviewed, and one that we bought in recently for another video which had the extra USB-C connection.
@@PeteMatheson thanks a lot!!
I am looking for an ultra wide flat monitor for gaming and trading any suggestions ?
on macs, the ppis remain the same regardless of your resolution. So just adjust it to the resolution that yields the most readable size, you wont' be losing quality
Unfortunately not a single curved ultra wide with 2160p vertical resolution, so replacing my three 4K monitors is out of the question for productivity.
Hey Pete, thanks for the video! Can you share what webcam and mic you used for this video? Thanks in advance!
I just ordered the Dell AW3225QF. What are your thoughts on it? I plan on using it for productivity and gaming.
Totally agree for USB-C for Macs. While HDMI to USB-C adapters do work for my ultrawides, the convenience of USB-PD for a single cable providing power, display, and peripherals (if it has a Hub/KVM).
great video, thanks for making this
Very welcome!
Thanks for the info millionaire!
Hi Pete
Do you recommend Thunderbolt or USB C to connect Mac Book Pro with an external monitor for productivity? I am deciding two productivity 4K monitors (32Inches and 40inches) one has USB and the other Thunderbolt (Dell U3223QE & Dell U4025QW). Thanks
HI Pete, just subscribed your channel. Just bought the new MacBook Pro for my photo and video editing hobbies and also a PC laptop for my data analytics work. I still couldn't decide what monitor to get for both to use with a KVM. Any recommendation?
I have an older Samsung 49" ViewFinity S95UA monitor (1800R curvature) that is just perfect as my work setup. Two computers, KVM (I use a single keyboard+mouse), 5120x1440 pixels, 120 Hz refresh rate, HDR support, speakers quite usable for work, absolutely nothing to complain about. It was cheap for this size, too.
The curve numerical (1000R, 1500R) is actually the radius of the curvature. essentialy, the monitor is an arc that is trimmed from a circle with that particular radius. From my guess, 1000R means a radius of 1000millimeters,
Hi, nice video. Can you suggest me a 34inch ips/va monitor for productivity/gaming with a usb-c port?
I am really confused between IPS avs OLED exclusively for productivity. I heard OLED text is not clear and has burn in issues but these monitors have the resolution and aspect ratio I am looking for, 21:9 45". IPS monitor have very few (if any) options for large displays. I will exclusively use these monitors for trading and coding no gaming at all.
Hey, Thanks for such a thorough guide!
How would you rate the DellU3425WE?
Basically I am looking for an All-Arounder monitor, but I am restricted from my desk space to only fit a
As I've seen you testing so many monitors,
may I ask which monitor arm company or model you would recommend,
especially for larger or heavier screens?
I tried out Onkron and Forging Mount, both couldn't handle my Odyssey G7 Neo :(
Secretlab Monitor Arm - geni.us/SECRETLAB_MONITOR_ARM (SUPPORTS 57-INCH!)
@@PeteMatheson Thank you very much Pete :)
Thanks Pete there's a lot of information , but in your opinion which OLED curved is the better on the market for Mac's as I do a lot of reading .... lots .... sometimes have to be reformatted from jpeg to PDF and it gets compromised in terms of clarity. I love the idea of curved but the prices are up there ! Currently I use a 28 samsung which is 3 yrs old . Shall I go a double monitor or go OLED ? I love the idea of having may tabs opened at a glance like you did on the video
Thanks
Hi Pete. I really enjoyed this video but I’m still struggling to understand the concept of MacOS scaling and how much consideration I should place on it when selecting a productivity monitor for my Mac. Do you have any plans to produce a video discussing this issue in more detail? I’ve found current TH-cam content on the topic very vague & I really like the way your videos explain things in lay-man’s terms. I’m sure there are many viewers that’d benefit from your explanation, particularly given the highly expected new MacMini release in October.
Hi Pete. I hope to hear from you with a reply soon. Thank you.
I bought the MSI 40" ultrawide - it is not curved. you are so correct. its just too big to be on a desktop - if it were curved i'd keep it. its going back.
Very impressive video quality and editing truly enjoyed the video top-notch
HI Pete, what's the best large wide curve screen thats cheapest? and low power consumption
The 57” Samsung is my dream monitor. But I heard people are experiencing issues with that particular monitor. So I am not willing to spend $3k just to deal with issues
just returned my 3rd one they all have had several pixels out and two died within 4 days power up but no display I just got an Ark and its got lines so Im officially donw w Samsung just dont know what to do now
I have not experienced anything bad with it, also managed to get it for 1800 dollars.
Built in Speakers: don't these take the job from a laptop's speakers for a lot of users?
If you have THE most dialed desk and speaker setup, or happen to be on ear/headphones, then sure, that's better. But no-one seems to want to talk about a tier system of sound. Say starting at a phone, then a cheap bleutooth speaker or a bad laptop, etc.
I'm on a laptop now, and about to get my first standalone monitor since an SVGA 14" tubular model decades ago. Built in speakers seem like a big deal to me 😀
I'm agreeing with you. Plus when my headphone is not working I want at least here some sound.
Thanks for the video, doest the dell U4025QW model , support 120hz at high resolution 5120 x 2160, so if at high resolution it goes back to 60 hz?
Yep. Full resolution at 120hz 👍🏼
Very nice content, really helped mu with my decision
Thank you for the video. Can you please tell me what monitor is best for text quality. I write and read a lot. I hav Sony LCD monitor 19 inches but it is getting old. I need matte screen. Please advice. Thank you very much.
Hey! Did you link the pixels per inch website for mac users? I didn’t find it in the description of the video 😣
Sorry! Here it is! www.displayninja.com/what-is-pixel-density/
hi, sir! can you suggest BEST 32-34" budget friendly monitor for graphic designs? badly need it 🥹 i'm from Philippines, sir. hoping for your answer 🙏🏻 thank you, sir!
Yes. REALLY want a review of the Dell 40" So tempted with this monitor. Debating it and the 49" Samsung OLED. There are NO decent reviews of that Dell monitor, so please please make it!
What i miss in all these reviews. What if you buy the samsung 57 inch with high resolution and you work or home pc does not support the highest resolution then what? Will u have black bars all around or will you have a lower resolution but still full screen. My work has the latest microsoft laptop but my home pc is a HP G2 mini with intel 530 graphics.
yeah there's a few ways this can go.
Get the full resolution but lower refresh rate like 60hz / 120hz.
Get lower resolution at higher refresh rates.
Low resolution & low refresh rates
It just totally depends on what your graphics card can drive
@@PeteMatheson thank you! So no black bars? Only lower res and or lower fps....
Pete, as always, amazing content. You’re the reviewer I relate to more than any other due to our similar stage in life, family situation, mix of gaming and productivity, etc. I know these videos are a ton of work, but know that at least one viewer out there is stoked every time you post something.
Having said all of that, I’m really interested in your opinion of the Dell 40” you mention in this video. I just bought one recently and the dark fringing around the edges of the monitor was so bad that I had to send it back. e.g. When my email inbox was on the left, the list of folders would have a grey background and the list of emails more toward the center would be white background as expected. Is this just a reality of IPS Black panels and their viewing angles, or did I get a dud?
Hey man great video, just saw one issue. At 10:00 you said the 4090 doesn't support HDMI 2.1. I know you meant to say DisplayPort 2.1 which the 4090 doesn't have, but it certainly has HDMI 2.1. Can you get a correction added to the video at that part?
Ah yep! Fair point, this was badly scripted. The issue I meant to explain was that even with a 4090, some of the larger monitors can’t run full native resolution at 240hz due to some weird issue. Will add a correction 👍🏼
I am searching for an Monitor for Studying and first of all reading many articles in splitscreen. I prefer the Apple products (iPad Pro, MacBook and MacStudio). Have you any preference of monitor here ? Thanks 🙏
10:36 what exact webcam model is that? 😯😯
For a person who doesn't game, at all, and is just looking at office productivity, what do you recommend? Currently I have 2 27" positioned center and right, a 34" wide screen in portrait on the left, and a 25" in upper right position. I want to try an ultra wide to replace 3 normal panels and keep my portrait display (I split the screen and keep outlook mail and calendar stacked). I keep open 8-10 applications/windows most days, it's all PowerPoint, Word, excel, web browser, and stuff like that. Suggestions for choosing a great wide-screen?
Simple! This one... th-cam.com/video/8Rf5pAZGx3E/w-d-xo.html
What a beautiful comprehensive guide.
What is more game immersive, 40 inch screen with 21:09 aspect ratio or 49 inch screen with 32:9
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Haha! Thank you 🙏🏼 More epic tracks to follow!
Saw you’re review on the 57” neo G9. Would love to get your take on a deal Costco is running on a different version of the G9 which is currently $749.99 compared to the neo G9 which is $1,599.99. I need it for productivity.
No comment about text clarity and burning in productivity with OLED ?
is there any difference in the smoothness of pdf/webpage scrolling on 60Hz vs 240Hz lcd monitor?
given that the display card support such freq.
Did Samsung happen to update the G9 Oled to work easily with mac or do you still have to use the CalDigit?
So what am looking for ultra wide 40” to 54” but I want thunderbolt 4 for my Mac book M3 Pro, and I also need support for windows. What monitor would you recommend? Also planning using the caldigit TS4
Would that dell 40" monitor be an option for you?
@@PeteMatheson for the Dell is it worth loosing the extra 9” I’d get with say a G9 or the LG? I mean if there is something better than the Dell in a 49” I’d spend more $$$. I wonder if the higher resolution makes and the KVM hub make up for the 9” I would be loosing?
That’s the question we’ve all asked ourselves!
I’ve decided to keep the G9 as my main screen and my editor is using the Dell now.
I think you could buy either though and be very happy with the purchase
@@PeteMatheson I bought the Dell 40” ultrasharp and love it.
I’ve made a few monitor buying guides and review videos but this is HANDS DOWN the best and most comprehensive video I’ve seen on TH-cam!! Amazing job Pete!! 🔥
Ah you legend! Haha, thanks so much man. Appreciated!
What do you use for smartphone stand? want a stand docked to my table like yours.
Could you recommend another 4K Monitor Mac friendly monitor with AMAZING specs that costs less? 😬😅
I need a 32 or 34" or larger 4K monitor for production and video editing on my M2! I just picked up the Alienware 32" 4K UHD 240Hz Curved QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW3225QF) on sale $1200 + tax Love the specs but still not sure of it's overkill for what i need it for!? Also would love to spend less😅Wondering which 32"+ 4k monitor is best for my M2 Studio?
if you change the in-game resolution, doesnt it allow you to section the middle of the monitor for the game so you can have other apps on the side?
How does a Mac not scale right? I have a Macbook and an iPad Pro and never had any issues with scaling when connected to a 4k 32inch screen. Is that with specific screen sizes and resolutions? And the scaling of some programs in Windows is far from perfect. So my experience is the other way around.
I've heard that OLED isn't good for productivity, and for reading text, etc for example. Is that true ?
Many thanks for the informative video. I really like an OLED display but am worry about the burn in issue as I am mainly using it for work. Please advise if this is a concern with today's OLED monitors.
I've owned oleds for a few years now. TVs, monitors, for games, TV, Mac and windows, and not once have I suffered burn in. Yes there are cases where I've seen people have been affected, but it's definitely the minority 👍🏼 Anti burn in tech is getting better and better every year, so every year it's even less of an issue
@@PeteMatheson Thanks again for the info Pete. One last questions, With a budget of under $1,500, what is your recommendation of a 32" to 40" OLED primary for casual work monitor hooking up to a Alienware desktop which I am planning to get. Really appreciate your advise and info!🙏