Looking for A Second Monitor for General Purpose

LK33N on 22/05/2019 - 15:36

Hello everyone, I am currently looking to purchase a second monitor.

I don't plan on using this one for gaming as I am pretty set with my current one which is a BenQ XL2420G.
The second monitor will mainly be used for looking at documents, so I am planning to keep it in a portrait mode (less desk space as well). I have been looking at MSY's clearance list and its parts list, and just focusing around the 100-150 range. Many of them seems to be able to tilt and rotate side ways but not too sure if they can be set up into a portrait mode.

Any recommendation is appreciated

Have a nice day :)

Computing Computer Peripheral LCD Monitor

Comments

  • pjetson on 22/05/2019 - 16:02

    Every lcd monitor I've ever played with has been able to operate in portrait mode - you just need to change the settings in Windows.

    That just leaves whether the monitor can be physically rotated into portrait orientation. Most monitors have VESA mounting holes, so even if the stand that comes with the monitor doesn't allow the monitor to rotate, you should still be able to use a VESA mounting bracket.

    • K33N on 22/05/2019 - 16:24

      Okay, yeah I will look into the VESA mounts. TYTY

  • scrimshaw on 22/05/2019 - 16:12

    I don't think any of my monitors have a 'portrait' mode setting, the actual setting is done in Windows.

    https://i.imgur.com/aWxiP57.png

    Most budget LCD's do not have a stand that allows you to fully tilt / pivot / heightadjust, you should consider buying a VESA arm mount for that kind of purpose.

    • K33N on 22/05/2019 - 16:25

      TY for the suggestion, I will look in to the VESA stands

  • CheapAtTwiceThePrice on 22/05/2019 - 16:18

    While not the answer you are looking for but your current 24" is kind of 'economical' in terms of real estate especially for gaming.
    Maybe consider a new 27" or larger monitor for a new primary then use your current 24" as the secondary.

    • K33N on 22/05/2019 - 16:26

      ehhh, I feel like 24'' in already big enough and my desk space probably won't allow that expansion though

  • Jimmycfc on 22/05/2019 - 16:42

    At that price point and what you're doing probably anything will do, check the ports on your PC & monitor to make sure you can plug it in.
    IPS panel type would probably be nicer for what you want to do, also portrait is set on the PC itself not monitor so you should be all good.

    • K33N on 22/05/2019 - 16:53

      yeah I know about the portrait settings already (maybe I should've made that clearer in the descriptions, my bad). It was because most of the monitors I looked at didn't specify whether the screen could be turned 90 degrees clockwise or anti-clockwise. But I will look into the VESA mounts and the IPS type as well, TY for the suggestion.

  • altomic on 22/05/2019 - 17:02
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    2nd hand?

    My current home office setup is dual 22" AOC monitors. One was hardrubbish collection and the other was $10 off ebay.

  • [Deactivated] on 22/05/2019 - 17:42

    i have 2x dell u2718q mounted on my desk

  • daryar daryar on 23/05/2019 - 00:06

    Something from AOC. There are for a very good price and pretty good qualitty

  • AlienC on 25/05/2019 - 14:41

    My last monitor was a 24 inch AOC 60hz 1080p TN panel second hand from Gumtree.. was $60 AUD all up including delivery so yeah if you don't mind too much about warranty then Gumtree is always a good option.

    Just make sure to have lots of back and forth with the seller and ask for pics and proof so you don't get scammed.. so far I have only been scammed on Steam Gift Cards, an iPad Pro 10.5 and a TV but that is another story and honestly I just felt sorry for the guy to have to stoop to such lows so I gave it to him.. anyways karma goes around so good luck to you in your monitor search.

    Look into a flexible arm mount that can move around easily that connects to your desk if you have a solid one they are really handy.

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