Form Factor

Flat Panel monitors are quite popular due to their compact design
With an aspect ratio of 16:9 or 16:10, they are a great choice for restricted spaces
Ideal for computing tasks like browsing, writing, online shopping, and watching videos.

Curved Panel monitors enhance peripheral vision
They are significantly wider with an aspect ratio of 21:9. Apart from the aesthetic appeal, they also offer a panoramic view with less distortion
Ideal choice for gamers, graphic designers, artists, and multitaskers

Display Type

The display type refers to the picture quality and clarity. There are various options based on different usage requirements. So before you make the final decision, get to know the different display types available.

	LCD	LED	OLED	QLED
Contrast
Brightness
Motion Blur
Viewing Angle
Colour Volume
Ghosting
Power Saving

When choosing a display type, consider your usage requirements. Different display types support usages like gaming, video and image editing, design work or watching movies.

Panel Type

Every monitor has a panel type, based on usage patterns and budget. So let’s explore the pros and cons of these panel types.

Pros

Superb visuals
Best viewing angles
Best colour reproduction

Cons

Response time 4ms or higher
Average black level

Pros

Deep black level
Best contrast ratio
Good colour performance

Cons

Higher response time
Backlight bleed issues
Average viewing angle

Screen Size

A monitor screen is measured diagonally. Understanding how big a monitor you need or want will help you decide what screen size to pick.

Key Usages

Office Application
Web Browsing
CCTV Display

Key Usages

Office Application
Web Browsing
Entertainment

Key Usages

Office Application
Entertainment
Image and Video Editing
Gaming

Key Usages

Competitive Gaming
Graphic Designing
Image and Video Editing

Key Usages

Competitive Gaming
Graphic Designing
Image and Video Editing

Resolution

The resolution of a monitor refers to the visual dimensions of the various displays. This is measured in pixels, across the width and height of the monitor screen. Higher the number of pixels, greater the visual quality and higher the resolution.

Resolution: 1280 x 720

Description: It is the lowest of the HD Compatible resolutions, sufficient enough for small screen usage

Available Screen Sizes: From 20” to 22”

Resolution: 1920 x 1080

Description: It delivers better visual quality than an HD Ready Screen Size and is ideal for basic daily tasks

Available Screen Sizes: From 20” to 25”

Resolution: 2048 x 1080

Description: It delivers greater visual clarity, making it a good choice for multitaskers, content creators and editors

Available Screen Sizes: From 24” to 34”

Resolution: 3840 x 2160

Description: Offering 4 times the details of Full HD, it is ideal for graphics designers and gamers

Available Screen Sizes: From 27” to 43”

Resolution: 5120 x 2160

Description: With 33.33% higher pixel quantity than 4K monitors, it is ideal for creative professionals

Available Screen Sizes: From 27” to 50”

Resolution: 7680 x 4320

Description: It is 4 times visually stronger than 4K, making it ideal for gamers and video editors

Available Screen Sizes: From 32” and Above

Key Features

Here are key features to consider, when purchasing a monitor.

Measured (in Hertz or Hz) how many times per second your screen refreshes the image it is displaying
Higher the Refresh Rate, smoother the frame transition and better the visual quality
The standard refresh rate is set to 60Hz
Higher Refresh Rate monitors are ideal for gaming

Response Time refers to how long it takes for a pixel to change its colour
It is measured in milliseconds
While the standard Response Time is set to 5ms, the fastest setting is 0.5ms

Contrast Ratio refers to the ratio of luminance between the brightest shade (white) and the darkest shade (black) produced on screen
Also known as Dynamic or Mega Contrast Ratio
Greater the Contrast Ratio, more distinguished and crisp the colours
The minimum Contrast Ratio is 1000:1

The Brightness Level refers to the luminous intensity of the screen
It is measured in cd/m^2 (candelas per square metre) or ‘nits’
The standard Brightness Level for monitors is 250 nits.
Monitors that support High Dynamic Range (HDR) resolution span from 400 nits up till 1,600 nits

The Viewing Angle refers to the angles at which the display can be optimally viewed, without major changes in contrast or colour
A wide viewing angle of 178⁰ or higher ensures smoother viewing
Ideal for group gaming or watching movies with people

Sync Compatibility indicates whether or not the monitor functions smoothly, reducing any issues like screen flickering or tearing
Gaming monitors typically have NVIDIA G-SYNC (for PCs with NVIDIA graphics cards) and/or AMD FreeSync (for PCs using AMD graphics cards)
G-SYNC relies on DisplayPort, while FreeSync works with both HDMI and DisplayPort

The Colour Reproduction capacity of a monitor depends on the colour gamut
The two major colour gamut standards in a monitor are sRGB and Adobe RGB
sRGB is used for monitors, printers and the Internet, while Adobe RGB (which includes CMYK) is used in the professional printing industry

When looking at Installation Options like a stand or mount, consider your viewing posture
Stands are highly adjustable, while mounts offer more versatility with height and angles

Display Adjustment settings are important for controlling brightness and colour contrast
Some monitors also have preset viewing modes like ‘Reader Mode’, which make the screen simulate the visual experience of reading words on paper