Need a Big Screen Monitor for Work, Not Gaming

ferrisb on 16/12/2019 - 12:04
Last edited 16/12/2019 - 12:10

At work I have a 3-screen setup - 2 x 22" and 1 x 43" (Dell P4317Q).

I am trying to mimic my work setup at home. I already have a couple of 22" screens and am trying to pick up a cheap large screen monitor.

I love the Dell P4317Q, it's a great screen, but I'd rather not fork out ~$1200+. Can you suggest any cheaper alternatives?

I think my only requirements are

  • Something large (>40"+)
  • Decent resolution
  • Not doing gaming, so I guess I don't need a super high-end monitor…

Any help would be appreciated. Either some suggested models or parameters (eg minimum refresh rates or resolutions etc).

EDIT: Can I use a TV? Do I need a dedicated PC monitor?

Would consider refurbished, cheaper brands etc.

Thanks!

Note: Running off a laptop dock, and I can't run >3 screens, so I really need one big screen, not multiple smaller ones.

Computing Computer Peripheral LCD Monitor

Comments

  • WoodYouLikeSomeCash on 16/12/2019 - 12:06
    +3

    Something large (>40"+)

    That’s called a TV.

  • No Username on 16/12/2019 - 12:14
    +2

    I wouldn't use a TV as a monitor as the DPI is different.

    • ferrisb on 16/12/2019 - 12:30

      Yeah, I was skeptical.

      There has to be a reason monitors cost more than TVs.

      Otherwise, this would be a simple (and much cheaper) exercise.

      • Cataclysm on 18/12/2019 - 00:51

        I used to as monitor for a long time, bigger screen save your eyes. And you don't gaming 60hz is enough

  • scrimshaw on 16/12/2019 - 12:15
    +4

    LG 43UD79-B $699 or $689 @ Scorptech or Kogan

    Philips 436M6VBRAB @ $798 + $100 Cashback Officeworks, price beat it with Shopping Express to get $740 possibly.

    • ferrisb on 16/12/2019 - 12:29

      Will look into these two, thanks.

      About $500 cheaper than Dell, cheers!

    • Typical16-bitEnjoyer on 16/12/2019 - 12:31
      +2

      Second the Philips

  • spackbace on 16/12/2019 - 12:21
    +1

    Know anyone in NSW?
    Or Brisbane?

    • ferrisb on 16/12/2019 - 12:22

      HA! I have been scouring ebay and gumtree for a month.

      This one on ebay has been teasing me the whole time. I actually have some work trips and holidays in Syd coming up, but think that might be a bit big for my luggage and/or CBF picking it up and posting it interstate myself.

      • spackbace on 16/12/2019 - 12:23
        +1

        Road trip!

  • dogboy on 16/12/2019 - 12:50

    If you can handle HD at 32" then you can pick up a monitor for about $200. I find they are fine but would prefer a widescreen one now.

  • elgrande on 16/12/2019 - 13:00
    +1

    I am trying to mimic my work setup at home

    That should be easy then.. just spend more time on the loo using OzBargain.

    • Eeples on 16/12/2019 - 14:03

      Ask if you can borrow one from work.

  • [Deactivated] on 16/12/2019 - 14:07

    Your work must be a flight simulator!

    • ferrisb on 16/12/2019 - 14:16
      +1

      I have a lot of info I need to see at one time.

      I used to have six screens, which I was very happy with. If anything, I still had to Alt-Tab a bit.

      But then we got switched from desktops to laptops, which saw 6 screens become 3. Laptop sounds nice, but my role is 99.9% based at my desk.

      My IT dept has a history of denying us upgrades we ask for but in return picking the only fragments that are running smoothly and then changing those. Pretty sure head of IT has a poster on his wall that says "If it ain't broke, FIX IT!"

  • Presence on 16/12/2019 - 16:25
    +1

    I have a philips bdm4350uc and it's great. One large screen is so much better than two smaller ones. It's so good for visualising excel, maps, large file directories, etc. It's quite reflective so I wouldn't recommend for a bright room.

    The pixel density is of course better than a full hd 22" so it's very sharp but not too small.

    • ferrisb on 20/12/2019 - 10:51

      Looks like we have a winner. I may or may not have spotted that on my own.

      Thanks 1234! Btw, your username is amazing, I have the same combination on my luggage….

      • OzBargain1234 on 20/12/2019 - 19:16

        Lol, you cracked my password.

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