Some Additional Notes: *1. Alternative mount method on the Quntis:* Another way to mount on rounded/curved screens is like this, i.imgur.com/HMBP9wx.jpg. But as mentioned, the counterbalance is very light, so it may or may not be super stable unless you weigh it down with the USB cable this way. And it doesn't work on my thicker monitors. *2) Are these Flicker-Free?* In short, I don't think flicker is an issue on either of these specific models. But other models may differ. Long answer; The marketing label "flicker free" LEDs is a bit of a misnomer. It usually only means no "perceivable" flicker, sometimes in the range as high as 10,000Hz+ (source needed). That said, I don't have proper testing equipment to conclude this but on the Quntis at its lowest brightness, at 1/16,000 shutter speed on my camera, you can just "barely" see some ultra high frequency flicker. *3) Asymmetric light path on other cheap models:* As mentioned, both of these specific models tested do a good enough job to reduce light glare in my opinion. But I have seen some options do a much worse job at this. So it's just something else to potentially consider on alternatives.
Thanks for this - you're timing is excellent, was just considering this option. You do always provide excellent detail with honest and realistic comments.
You don't, point sources of light shouldn't be anywhere near your line of vision. Get an ikea grono or two, put it behind your monitor so its hidden, get par upfiring led projector bulbs using e12 to e26 adapters and it will add glow while bouncing light off the ceiling to provide a glare free lighting solution.
@@churblefurbles Why it shouldn't? Is it good to let a light source behind me pointed to the desk? I would like to understand which way is healthier to the eyes.
Awesome vid! For the cheaper model, a cool thing you can do is remove that rubber part from the clamp, and simply tilt the back to hold it in place. That way it works with wider/any shape, similar to the BenQ. Only downside is no spring support if you do that but not a huge deal when you're saving almost $100
This problem occurs when instead of focusing on collecting complete and correct information, you focus on the camera angle and the nice editing of your video, and as it is known, unfortunately, you get more views this way.
here's another cool monitor lamp that i reckon might even be better, the lamp is controlled with a wireless knob and looks clean as on any setup th-cam.com/video/-kuPXW7frAk/w-d-xo.html
What I have used with these light bars was to use it turned to the wall as a kind of bias lighting. This way it helps my eyes and I have no glare in the screen or my face
ive had the BenQ screenbar for over a year now and its honestly worth at least looking into. Its made working at my desk so much easier in general on top of helping eye strain while gaming.
This video is exactly what I was looking for. I see everyone with a Light Bar, but could never understand exactly why or what purpose did it serve other than for aesthetics. Thanks, David!
I have the Xiaomi Mijia, I use it with a curved Ultrawide and it works flawlessly. I use it every day and I think it suits my needs. The wheel is really handy since my desk is wide and I don't need to stretch my arms
I did uniform lighting on the back of the panel, and it helped me loads. I tried placing it somewhat like these, but honestly, it made no difference for me, except having the light behind the panel was less distracting. The other perk is that since you are using something else to adhere it to the back, you don't have to worry much about the shape of your panel.
The Baseus 40cm light bar is actually really great. I have one that has a similar counter weight to the benQ. However it has a scroll to change brightness and a side button to change temperatures.
@@epistarter1136 yeah it has a rotating knob on the end that changes 15-100% brightness and then a button on the end to toggle through color temperature and long press for on/off. Still loving mine for $36
I have the xiaomi one and I its great! The dial feels really premium and makes it so convenient. As you mentioned, the clamp is bit flimsy so the lamp leans towards the display a bit making a small glare which I don't notice too much. Great video as usual!
I have the Xiaomi Light bar and its awesome. The wireless control is simple and the bar is actually magnetically attached to the counter weight. The weight plugs into a type c and the light is powered through pins.
I would also suggest putting the lamp so it would face the monitor's back. Sometimes it might be too much when a lot of light faces you: both lamp and monitor. In such a case, it would be reasonable to light up the back of the monitor to reduce your eye strain, especially when you don't need to read or write anything on the table. Even if the lamp stays that way, you should get enough light from it to see things on the table. Another note: it might be individual for everyone, but it's great to see a lamp with yellow color light. Another superb way to reduce eye strain ;))
I have actually been trying to pick between the two light bars so this is the exact video I was looking for! I will most likely get the Quintis following your comparison. Keep up the great content!
He didn’t remove the removable thickness part for the clamp, it comes with two so his talking about the clamping was not entirely accurate. Use one or the other or neither.
@@SoleEpiphany true, he didn’t know how to properly attach it. I have a round-edge monitor and the Quntis bar fits perfectly. If he read the instruction with the Quntis, he would’ve found out that the square thing can be removed and adjusted, so that it’ll clamp just like the BenQ lightbar.
from my experience the best way to work is with a lamp that is directed to the ceilings, spreading ambient light. working with light in the room causes more eye strain..
I love my xiaomi one, wireless control is seamless and i cant imagine having to reach over to tap and hold/continuously tap the bar ti change the lighting settings. Although you are correct in the fact that it wont fit thicker monitors, but most avg consumers wont have a super thick 40+ inch display and if they do, they most likely can afford the benq lightbar.
I always thought these were a stupid idea but with my latest desk setup I might actually need this. It definitely takes less space than a tabletop lamp. Let’s see how good it works.
I've got the benq model and it's great. £80 seems a lot for a lamp but it's def worth the money. I use it all the time even in the day n makes a whole world of difference. Its very well balanced to sit on my 43inch monitor too and the light spread is excellent.
“I did what any rationale person would do.. i bought both” 💀😭😭 I was rolling as I heard that lolol. GR8 content, love the review for both of these items !
I have the Xiaomi. It's amazing! Works on a thick monitor as well. And I love the easy to use remote. The only thing I'm missing is an ambient light sensor. But that's not common among other brands as well.
A pro that some might view as a con: I got a BenQ nearly a year ago and it had a quirk I didn't know was a malfunction. After months of dealing with it turning on its auto-dimmer itself and then fading off, I bothered to ask their support about it and they offered to replace it then and there. Such a great support system, just my idiocy that kept me from contacting them sooner.
I own the Xiaomi Mijia light bar and I love the thing. The ONLY gripe I have is the base for the knob isn't as heavy or grippy as I would like. Also... It doesn't really scream out "light bar knob" and looks like a black Surface Dial. Overall, I would recommend the thing if you're willing to wait for it to be shipped from China
Does anyone else hear the subtle constant clicking in the background? Like the dudes video is ASMR goals man! 🙌 Also, shoutout to the artists man! Damn!
Thanks for this review! I was almost about to buy a desk lamp and I never thought of something like this. I might have to buy one as well. Keeps the desk clutter free.
Light bars that can tilt all the way up I think are better alternatives compared to those big square diffused lights used for streaming that requires a stand for itself. Was about to buy myself one when I realized my light bar is more than enough for that.
@@pavelperina7629 I have a curved LG 38" and it fit. I was about to purchase the BenQ till I saw this video which pushed me towards the more economical option. However after using it for a night I am leaning towards giving the BenQ a try. My biggest gripe is the controls on the screen bar are shaky at best. You never know if they are responding or not. The clamp is somewhat flimsy as stated in this video as well. I guess if you don't ever adjust the light or setting or bar placement I can see spending up being a waste. However I do change my light settings regularly.
If anyone looking for a cheap alternative, I would suggest Baseus monitor lamp. It have adjustment wheel for how bright you want it to be. The mounting system is wayyy better than the Benq one. It also have 3 lighting option. Been using it for few months and i have nothing to complain about it. Nice review btw. So 🔥🔥🔥
You can remove the Block from the Quntis Lamp so its attachable to monitors with curves. I have a Benq GL2450 and also had Problems on the beginning but after is found out about that it wasnt a problem anymore. Its basicly the same mechanism as the Benq Lightbar.
Thanks for this review, David :D. I just bought (the day before yesterday) the Quntis one here... and I returned it yesterday, just because of the counterbalance being very light, like you mention here. I was hesitating about other models with similar system, but looking at your video, the Benq model looks pretty solid, I will give it a try, it looks pretty promising (for that price range, it should).
After testing multiple light sources, I found that the most efficient is an LED strip (warm white) behind the monitor, combined with ambient lights (color or white) bounced into walls. No overhead lights. I can't imagine how a monitor lamp isn't distracting.
David if you're sitting that close and want to simulate ultrawide on that display just set a custom resolution in nvidia control panel, amd has it too. I go with either x 1600 or x 1440 for my 55 inch 4k for when I'm gaming and switch back to full screen when doing productivity (photoshop etc). It will create black bars at top and bottom for you. In tvs with each individual pixel being lit up it's even better because it turns those sections off completely.
For Quintus, you probably would need to remove the block at the back of the clamp to secure on the screen. It works fine on my LG screen & I'm pretty happy with it.
Or you can get the Xiaomi one for around 35$ and it comes with a remote control that you can put anywhere. Clamp is no issue for me and I think it won't be an issue for thicker monitors either.
I put Ikea Grono lights behind the monitor, works better because no glare bias lighting should be behind the monitor. Having them in front that close to your eyes is bad, its not diffuse enough or high enough to be skybox lights, like poorly placed ceiling lights that glare straight down. Clear hidden upfire par led lights with e12 to e26 adapters behind the monitor is the key as they bounce light off the ceiling while creating an ambient glow.
I’m unlucky enough to get the smallest room in the house. So I was forced to do some creative space management. I bought a bunk bed kinda thing but without the bottom bed, I sleep up top and the bottom space is used for my desk. It is pretty dark down below and I got one of those under cabinet lights to illuminate up my desk. The glare is pretty bad and it also shines directly in my face at times. I never knew these existed, now I know what I should be buying, thanks!
Behind monitor LED lighting is good enough to provide peripheral lighting. Especially since it lights up the white wall backing, providing nice, pleasing-on-the-eye ambient light.
The Xiaomi Mijia is a great lamp too, the clamp is spring-loaded with counter weight and works with a wide variety of monitor shapes and thicknesses. What you see on the picture is the position in which it is stored. The remote control is really comfortable and the light is flicker-free.
Unless you're doing work on your desk (writing/reading etc), I don't see the point of these compared to bias lighting (which does a better job of reducing eye strain and producing accurate color perception). Appreciate your thoughts if there's something I'm missing!
I found these a few months ago when I was trying to find a desk light. I didn't like the idea of having another thing on my desk, or clamped to it, so finding this was wonderful!
I took a wodden plank. Gave it 'C'-shape. From a local outlet brought a $8 LED strip & conroller, $3.5 tripod hotshoe, $5 diffuser sheet. Then some soldering, screws, glue & done. Its 24" long approximately... Its more than satisfaction to have handmade things. Try it, there are many tutorials in TH-cam.
Everyone I see a new David Zhang video, I click. But a monitor light bar is my favorite accessory. I just wish there was a bar that would allow me to mount a webcam on top of it. For now, I duct taped a cheap Logitech webcam to my bar and call it done but I wish there was a more elegant solution.
I've bought Baseus lamp and found it so convenient. Especially when my monitor had USB port on it. But unfortunately my eyes becomes tired very fast with this lamp. And it was not the case with usual desktop led lamp. So sad that I had to sell my Baseus lamp. Wants to try Xiaomi one, but afraid of the same effect. And it will be harder to sell it locally because it's more expensive
WOW! I wasn't expecting that comparison on 0:15 and 2:26 Comparing both, BenQ has better light control and when hitting the monitor. My Baseus is the worst. Though, I am not sure if BenQ will bounce more light towards your face when opening a website with white backgrounds. I have made a video on my channel about my issue with how the light spreads. Because my screenbar bounces lots of light from the monitor towards me when opening the website with white background. I also made a comparison of how harsh my screenbar bounces lights towards my face and it resulted in harsh highlights. Meaning, it's not reducing eye-strain it even worsens the eye-strain. My desk lamp has better reducing eye-strain.
I did watch a review on a Baseus model and noticed that light control on that was particularly bad. These models don't use a light diffuser (so you can clearly see the individual LEDs) that helps with directing the light in a straight path away from the screen. Normally I don't have an issue with light hitting my face but yeah if you lean down or have a reflective desk you can spot the LEDs and it can be pretty bright.
@@HelloDavid yup. And I ended up using my screenbar in its lowest brightness to light my keyboard if i am not using rgb. And still using my desk lamp for reducing eye-strain. Someday, i will visit xiaomi store and check how their screenbar spreads light using your method.
I put mine in back near the bottom of my monitor. The monitor bezel sits about 4" from the desk top and the light nicely floods in over the desk with zero glare.
I have a warm halogen spot BEHIND the monitor, that nicely lights up my peripheral view. Together with DDC (software to control monitor brightness), it is very pleasant in the evenings.
Hi David! Idk if you read the manual that it came with but it says that you can put the Quntis lightbar without the adjustment blocks. If you have an arc shaped monitor you can just remove it, similar to BenQ
If you can't get a desk bar i can highly reccomend Daylight 💡 bulbs for desk lamps and celling lights if working from home. More expensive than a normal bulb but great for reducing eye strain. Love mine...they are so good and massively help with S.A.D effects in the winter
I bought the XIAOMI Mi Computer Monitor Light bar and the light holder blocks the camera (when centered) on the Studio Camera! It triggers anyone's OCD since the light sits about 1 inch to the right or left of the monitor!
My old thinkpads had a very simple version of this built into the screen (just a LED that turns on off), still surprised this isn't more popular as it can make a huge difference working in low light or with the lights off. For my desktop I just have a LED lamp I use so I don't have to get up to turn on room lights if I need a bit more light but it's one of those things I've missed on laptops for years now.
![BenQ Screenbar BUYER GUIDE [Standard, Plus & Halo]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/3IUd29UYr3g/mqdefault.jpg)
Some Additional Notes:
*1. Alternative mount method on the Quntis:* Another way to mount on rounded/curved screens is like this, i.imgur.com/HMBP9wx.jpg. But as mentioned, the counterbalance is very light, so it may or may not be super stable unless you weigh it down with the USB cable this way. And it doesn't work on my thicker monitors.
*2) Are these Flicker-Free?* In short, I don't think flicker is an issue on either of these specific models. But other models may differ. Long answer; The marketing label "flicker free" LEDs is a bit of a misnomer. It usually only means no "perceivable" flicker, sometimes in the range as high as 10,000Hz+ (source needed). That said, I don't have proper testing equipment to conclude this but on the Quntis at its lowest brightness, at 1/16,000 shutter speed on my camera, you can just "barely" see some ultra high frequency flicker.
*3) Asymmetric light path on other cheap models:* As mentioned, both of these specific models tested do a good enough job to reduce light glare in my opinion. But I have seen some options do a much worse job at this. So it's just something else to potentially consider on alternatives.
Hi there. I am curious, which monitor do you used in the video?
Do you really need that big monitor on your desk?
What’s your monitor name
I know what to do
@@GreasyFox its a TV LG maybe 40 inch?
I've had the BenQ for years and just learned what the other buttons do after watching this.
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Farted liquid.
@@hanielbomb ok
Thanks for this - you're timing is excellent, was just considering this option. You do always provide excellent detail with honest and realistic comments.
We did not ask for this LAURA
What'd you go with?
Your
I never knew I needed this until now.
@D R shut up and take my money
@@laurabrown8917 stfu spammer
You don't, point sources of light shouldn't be anywhere near your line of vision. Get an ikea grono or two, put it behind your monitor so its hidden, get par upfiring led projector bulbs using e12 to e26 adapters and it will add glow while bouncing light off the ceiling to provide a glare free lighting solution.
@@churblefurbles I don't get the point of that thing. Also my monitor is matte finish, if glare is the main concern.
@@churblefurbles Why it shouldn't? Is it good to let a light source behind me pointed to the desk? I would like to understand which way is healthier to the eyes.
Dang it, I didn't even know this existed, now I NEED it!
One of the most underrated tech youtubers. Keep doing what youre doing!
Indeed
agreeeeeeee
Awesome vid! For the cheaper model, a cool thing you can do is remove that rubber part from the clamp, and simply tilt the back to hold it in place. That way it works with wider/any shape, similar to the BenQ. Only downside is no spring support if you do that but not a huge deal when you're saving almost $100
This problem occurs when instead of focusing on collecting complete and correct information, you focus on the camera angle and the nice editing of your video, and as it is known, unfortunately, you get more views this way.
Wow didn't even know these existed and your setup is 🔥
They're definitely my favorite accessory 🙂. I got a cheap one as a Christmas gift and now I really want to invest in a premium one!
here's another cool monitor lamp that i reckon might even be better, the lamp is controlled with a wireless knob and looks clean as on any setup th-cam.com/video/-kuPXW7frAk/w-d-xo.html
What I have used with these light bars was to use it turned to the wall as a kind of bias lighting. This way it helps my eyes and I have no glare in the screen or my face
ive had the BenQ screenbar for over a year now and its honestly worth at least looking into. Its made working at my desk so much easier in general on top of helping eye strain while gaming.
This video is exactly what I was looking for. I see everyone with a Light Bar, but could never understand exactly why or what purpose did it serve other than for aesthetics. Thanks, David!
I have the Xiaomi Mijia, I use it with a curved Ultrawide and it works flawlessly. I use it every day and I think it suits my needs. The wheel is really handy since my desk is wide and I don't need to stretch my arms
And in this new episode of things I never new existed but now need to buy...
Same here
I did uniform lighting on the back of the panel, and it helped me loads. I tried placing it somewhat like these, but honestly, it made no difference for me, except having the light behind the panel was less distracting. The other perk is that since you are using something else to adhere it to the back, you don't have to worry much about the shape of your panel.
The Baseus 40cm light bar is actually really great. I have one that has a similar counter weight to the benQ. However it has a scroll to change brightness and a side button to change temperatures.
Does baseus have something similar to the xiaomi where you get that circle thing that you can use to adjust the light?
@@epistarter1136 yeah it has a rotating knob on the end that changes 15-100% brightness and then a button on the end to toggle through color temperature and long press for on/off. Still loving mine for $36
@@dhruvmini01it sound cool. I have to check it out.
I got my monitor light bar a few days ago. Now I can’t live without it!! The xiaomi lightbar is a good compromise between the two
I don’t get it, what does it help with
@@chubbyBunny94 desk work, to illuminate papers or other stuff. You would get it if you'd prefer less clutter than a lamp.
I have the xiaomi one and I its great! The dial feels really premium and makes it so convenient. As you mentioned, the clamp is bit flimsy so the lamp leans towards the display a bit making a small glare which I don't notice too much. Great video as usual!
Isn’t the clamp adjustable? I am considering buying that xiaomi light bar
Yep, you notice and you don't like it we all know.
What monitor do you use so I can get an idea on how far the lamp will lean towards the screen
I have the Xiaomi Light bar and its awesome. The wireless control is simple and the bar is actually magnetically attached to the counter weight. The weight plugs into a type c and the light is powered through pins.
Your voice is so soothing and calming. Can you read me a bedtime story? 🥰
it sounds like someone that really loves the sound of their own voice
@@merzbau-alt What does that entail?
Thanks for the review. I purchased the BenQ and couldn't be happier.
I would also suggest putting the lamp so it would face the monitor's back. Sometimes it might be too much when a lot of light faces you: both lamp and monitor. In such a case, it would be reasonable to light up the back of the monitor to reduce your eye strain, especially when you don't need to read or write anything on the table. Even if the lamp stays that way, you should get enough light from it to see things on the table.
Another note: it might be individual for everyone, but it's great to see a lamp with yellow color light. Another superb way to reduce eye strain ;))
been using a light bar for a year and can honestly say its one of my fav de-clutter purchases
I'm thrilled every time you upload a new video, feel like zen is coming!
I have actually been trying to pick between the two light bars so this is the exact video I was looking for! I will most likely get the Quintis following your comparison. Keep up the great content!
He didn’t remove the removable thickness part for the clamp, it comes with two so his talking about the clamping was not entirely accurate. Use one or the other or neither.
@@SoleEpiphany true, he didn’t know how to properly attach it. I have a round-edge monitor and the Quntis bar fits perfectly. If he read the instruction with the Quntis, he would’ve found out that the square thing can be removed and adjusted, so that it’ll clamp just like the BenQ lightbar.
I don't need it...
I don't need it...
I NEED IT!!
@Laura Brown uhh what? I don't rlly care lol
from my experience the best way to work is with a lamp that is directed to the ceilings, spreading ambient light. working with light in the room causes more eye strain..
I love my xiaomi one, wireless control is seamless and i cant imagine having to reach over to tap and hold/continuously tap the bar ti change the lighting settings. Although you are correct in the fact that it wont fit thicker monitors, but most avg consumers wont have a super thick 40+ inch display and if they do, they most likely can afford the benq lightbar.
I always thought these were a stupid idea but with my latest desk setup I might actually need this. It definitely takes less space than a tabletop lamp. Let’s see how good it works.
Why would it be a stupid idea? Benefit is quite obvious.
I've got the benq model and it's great. £80 seems a lot for a lamp but it's def worth the money. I use it all the time even in the day n makes a whole world of difference. Its very well balanced to sit on my 43inch monitor too and the light spread is excellent.
This video is clutch! Been waiting for someone to do this comparison!
“I did what any rationale person would do.. i bought both” 💀😭😭
I was rolling as I heard that lolol.
GR8 content, love the review for both of these items !
I have the Xiaomi. It's amazing! Works on a thick monitor as well. And I love the easy to use remote.
The only thing I'm missing is an ambient light sensor. But that's not common among other brands as well.
A pro that some might view as a con: I got a BenQ nearly a year ago and it had a quirk I didn't know was a malfunction. After months of dealing with it turning on its auto-dimmer itself and then fading off, I bothered to ask their support about it and they offered to replace it then and there. Such a great support system, just my idiocy that kept me from contacting them sooner.
I didn't know I wanted this. Thanks for helping me consoom.
I own the Xiaomi Mijia light bar and I love the thing. The ONLY gripe I have is the base for the knob isn't as heavy or grippy as I would like. Also... It doesn't really scream out "light bar knob" and looks like a black Surface Dial. Overall, I would recommend the thing if you're willing to wait for it to be shipped from China
If you're really cheap grab a 9 dollar led lamp from ikea and bounce it off the ceiling.
i bounced it off the ceiling and now the lamp is broken 😭
Does anyone else hear the subtle constant clicking in the background?
Like the dudes video is ASMR goals man! 🙌
Also, shoutout to the artists man! Damn!
wow, i was just looking for monitor lamps and you were in my subscription feed!
Thanks for this review! I was almost about to buy a desk lamp and I never thought of something like this. I might have to buy one as well. Keeps the desk clutter free.
Light bars that can tilt all the way up I think are better alternatives compared to those big square diffused lights used for streaming that requires a stand for itself. Was about to buy myself one when I realized my light bar is more than enough for that.
LOL, I was just searching for "BenQ screen bar vs" yesterday and nothing. Then today your video came on my feed. Perfect timing!
I searched about this 2 year ago, maybe year ago again, now I got it in recommended. I wonder if it can fit curved Dell U3818DW
@@pavelperina7629 I have a curved LG 38" and it fit. I was about to purchase the BenQ till I saw this video which pushed me towards the more economical option. However after using it for a night I am leaning towards giving the BenQ a try. My biggest gripe is the controls on the screen bar are shaky at best. You never know if they are responding or not. The clamp is somewhat flimsy as stated in this video as well. I guess if you don't ever adjust the light or setting or bar placement I can see spending up being a waste. However I do change my light settings regularly.
@@pavelperina7629 I just received the BenQ. The clamp on I feel will fit any modern monitor.
If anyone looking for a cheap alternative, I would suggest Baseus monitor lamp. It have adjustment wheel for how bright you want it to be. The mounting system is wayyy better than the Benq one. It also have 3 lighting option. Been using it for few months and i have nothing to complain about it. Nice review btw. So 🔥🔥🔥
Hows it going now?
Edit: also is the adjustment wheel on the light itself?
@@epistarter1136 Still going strong. Yes the wheel is on the lightbar itself. I think theres a new model with wireless knob for easier reach.
I picked up a long led in a junk shop for 3 quid, and put it under the desk where the keyboard is, that way it doesnt ruin my view of the screen
Your voice is so clear and soft, I LOVE IT
This is so practical though it looks like ambient lights on the street. A nice way to secure more room around desks.
Sweet! Now I just need to figure out where to put my webcam instead.
I stack it on top of my screen bar. But my screen bar doesn't have a touch button in the middle section. Another option is to buy a tripod.
You can remove the Block from the Quntis Lamp so its attachable to monitors with curves. I have a Benq GL2450 and also had Problems on the beginning but after is found out about that it wasnt a problem anymore. Its basicly the same mechanism as the Benq Lightbar.
Ok but where do you put your 4k Brio webcam?
This chanel has some of the best clear presentations & helpful tech tips
Thanks for this review, David :D. I just bought (the day before yesterday) the Quntis one here... and I returned it yesterday, just because of the counterbalance being very light, like you mention here.
I was hesitating about other models with similar system, but looking at your video, the Benq model looks pretty solid, I will give it a try, it looks pretty promising (for that price range, it should).
Literally using that cheaper one right now, I like it perfectly fine
What's the wallpaper used in this video? I've been looking for its dark version for quite a while now. Thanks.
drive.google.com/drive/folders/1YcVkyLQ-q-ogXJNwR8Fk0aJ6iOvq5O1H
Thanks David! I've had my eyes on that benq for a while now. I think I'll finally grab it.
I guess this is like the desktop equivalent of my ThinkPad's built-in ThinkLight.
I've been looking all over for ways to light up my desk area and this fits the bill perfectly, thanks!
After testing multiple light sources, I found that the most efficient is an LED strip (warm white) behind the monitor, combined with ambient lights (color or white) bounced into walls. No overhead lights.
I can't imagine how a monitor lamp isn't distracting.
Same dilemma here, can’t imagine myself not be bothered by light above my monitor
I guess thats the expensive option
Id love if you show me some examples
Glad to hear you include the clamp could damage bezeless displays.
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Thank you for the video. I ordered the Quantis to try out. Fantastic addition to my setup. Appreciate your videos.
what "MONITOR" is that!? its friggin huge!
It's been 3 months and your question has not been answered. I have the same question. haha
Me too
It's the lg CX oled guys
@@alvinjohnceniza2377 thats a tv not moniter
David if you're sitting that close and want to simulate ultrawide on that display just set a custom resolution in nvidia control panel, amd has it too. I go with either x 1600 or x 1440 for my 55 inch 4k for when I'm gaming and switch back to full screen when doing productivity (photoshop etc). It will create black bars at top and bottom for you. In tvs with each individual pixel being lit up it's even better because it turns those sections off completely.
Someone else definitely already asked, but what monitor is that?!?
It’s a 48 inch LG OLED
For Quintus, you probably would need to remove the block at the back of the clamp to secure on the screen. It works fine on my LG screen & I'm pretty happy with it.
Thanks! You're right, I forgot to address that mounting position in my video. I pinned some additional comments on this.
Why does every tech youtuber talk the same?
So soft lol
Thank you for including Canadian links too! This was a very informative video.
Or you can get the Xiaomi one for around 35$ and it comes with a remote control that you can put anywhere. Clamp is no issue for me and I think it won't be an issue for thicker monitors either.
I put Ikea Grono lights behind the monitor, works better because no glare bias lighting should be behind the monitor. Having them in front that close to your eyes is bad, its not diffuse enough or high enough to be skybox lights, like poorly placed ceiling lights that glare straight down. Clear hidden upfire par led lights with e12 to e26 adapters behind the monitor is the key as they bounce light off the ceiling while creating an ambient glow.
I’m unlucky enough to get the smallest room in the house. So I was forced to do some creative space management. I bought a bunk bed kinda thing but without the bottom bed, I sleep up top and the bottom space is used for my desk. It is pretty dark down below and I got one of those under cabinet lights to illuminate up my desk. The glare is pretty bad and it also shines directly in my face at times. I never knew these existed, now I know what I should be buying, thanks!
Behind monitor LED lighting is good enough to provide peripheral lighting. Especially since it lights up the white wall backing, providing nice, pleasing-on-the-eye ambient light.
The Xiaomi Mijia is a great lamp too, the clamp is spring-loaded with counter weight and works with a wide variety of monitor shapes and thicknesses. What you see on the picture is the position in which it is stored. The remote control is really comfortable and the light is flicker-free.
Your contents and video quality are always high and so consistent. Well done David!
Unless you're doing work on your desk (writing/reading etc), I don't see the point of these compared to bias lighting (which does a better job of reducing eye strain and producing accurate color perception). Appreciate your thoughts if there's something I'm missing!
theyre absolutely pointless. Funny how most people in the comments are so impressed with it
Id love you can point me up to some examples
Imma get one of those
Thank you for showing them to us!
Dude your videos are always so well done and I always learn something new. Keep it up!
I found these a few months ago when I was trying to find a desk light. I didn't like the idea of having another thing on my desk, or clamped to it, so finding this was wonderful!
I took a wodden plank. Gave it 'C'-shape. From a local outlet brought a $8 LED strip & conroller, $3.5 tripod hotshoe, $5 diffuser sheet. Then some soldering, screws, glue & done. Its 24" long approximately...
Its more than satisfaction to have handmade things. Try it, there are many tutorials in TH-cam.
Everyone I see a new David Zhang video, I click.
But a monitor light bar is my favorite accessory. I just wish there was a bar that would allow me to mount a webcam on top of it. For now, I duct taped a cheap Logitech webcam to my bar and call it done but I wish there was a more elegant solution.
I've bought Baseus lamp and found it so convenient. Especially when my monitor had USB port on it. But unfortunately my eyes becomes tired very fast with this lamp. And it was not the case with usual desktop led lamp.
So sad that I had to sell my Baseus lamp.
Wants to try Xiaomi one, but afraid of the same effect. And it will be harder to sell it locally because it's more expensive
WOW! I wasn't expecting that comparison on 0:15 and 2:26
Comparing both, BenQ has better light control and when hitting the monitor. My Baseus is the worst. Though, I am not sure if BenQ will bounce more light towards your face when opening a website with white backgrounds. I have made a video on my channel about my issue with how the light spreads. Because my screenbar bounces lots of light from the monitor towards me when opening the website with white background.
I also made a comparison of how harsh my screenbar bounces lights towards my face and it resulted in harsh highlights. Meaning, it's not reducing eye-strain it even worsens the eye-strain. My desk lamp has better reducing eye-strain.
I did watch a review on a Baseus model and noticed that light control on that was particularly bad. These models don't use a light diffuser (so you can clearly see the individual LEDs) that helps with directing the light in a straight path away from the screen. Normally I don't have an issue with light hitting my face but yeah if you lean down or have a reflective desk you can spot the LEDs and it can be pretty bright.
@@HelloDavid yup. And I ended up using my screenbar in its lowest brightness to light my keyboard if i am not using rgb. And still using my desk lamp for reducing eye-strain.
Someday, i will visit xiaomi store and check how their screenbar spreads light using your method.
Been using Xiaomi for a year, really good and really satisfying control knob!
yeahhhhhhhhh ill just buy the $13 tertial lamp from ikea but thanks David, love your videos man, always makes my day when youre on my recommended
The Xiaomi lightbar has been great so far, picked it up in store last December.
I use $1 usb lamp. For warm colours yellow plastic wrapping can be used. Does the job
Maybe this sounds weird but I like the fact that you don’t directly suggest one over the other, you just compare and contrast.
bro your monitor I loved it! it's so massive.
I never even knew about these. Now, I NEEEED one. When I'm on zoom calls, the reflection from my ceiling fan light makes video calls useless.
I put mine in back near the bottom of my monitor.
The monitor bezel sits about 4" from the desk top and the light nicely floods in over the desk with zero glare.
I have a warm halogen spot BEHIND the monitor, that nicely lights up my peripheral view. Together with DDC (software to control monitor brightness), it is very pleasant in the evenings.
i just have 2 desklamps on a shelf above my monitor, they have arms that extend to the middle of the desk, quite perfect
Hi David! Idk if you read the manual that it came with but it says that you can put the Quntis lightbar without the adjustment blocks. If you have an arc shaped monitor you can just remove it, similar to BenQ
If you can't get a desk bar i can highly reccomend Daylight 💡 bulbs for desk lamps and celling lights if working from home. More expensive than a normal bulb but great for reducing eye strain. Love mine...they are so good and massively help with S.A.D effects in the winter
I bought the XIAOMI Mi Computer Monitor Light bar and the light holder blocks the camera (when centered) on the Studio Camera! It triggers anyone's OCD since the light sits about 1 inch to the right or left of the monitor!
Welcome back ! Great video
Nice vid! If you pull outvote otherwise unnecessary strip of acrylic, the light spill onto the monitor is even more reduced.
I talk about the acrylic problem around 10 minutes into this clip.
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Perfect video. Honest and thorough review.
Note. Some models. Led point down directly. Some use a mirror to lessen harsh glare of LED - indirect led light controlled with mirror.
This is so useful for the 5 people who don't have backlit keyboards or who do have glass front monitors!
Love your content. Especially since I'm also going to use the C1 OLED as my primary productivity and gaming monitor
Enjoying the content. Excited to see more videos
My old thinkpads had a very simple version of this built into the screen (just a LED that turns on off), still surprised this isn't more popular as it can make a huge difference working in low light or with the lights off. For my desktop I just have a LED lamp I use so I don't have to get up to turn on room lights if I need a bit more light but it's one of those things I've missed on laptops for years now.
I don't understand why you wouldn't just turn your room lights on.