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Monitor Buying Guide
How to choose your monitor?
A great monitor can transform your computer experience. Whether you’re working, gaming, creating, or streaming, the right display makes everything look and feel better. With so many options, choosing the perfect monitor can be tricky. This guide explains what matters most, clarifies key terms, and helps you find the best screen for your needs and budget.
Monitor Use
General Home Or Office
Professional
Gaming
Monitor Size
The size of your monitor really matters—it depends on what you’ll use it for. Monitor sizes are measured in inches from one corner to the opposite corner (diagonally).
For most home or office use, screens between 19” and 25” work well. If you work with video or graphic design, go for 27” or bigger for a larger and clearer display. Gamers should choose the biggest screen they can, as it gives better side vision and a more immersive experience, especially in first-person games.
Aspect ratios
Aspect ratio is the shape of your screen, shown as width to height (like 16:9). It affects how much you can see on the screen — wider ratios are great for movies, multitasking, and gaming.
Panel type
TN
TN - lower cost, fast response times; weaker colour and viewing angles.
IPS
IPS - better colours, good viewing angles; slightly more expensive.
VA
VA - somewhere between TN & IPS in performance/price.
OLED
OLED - excellent contrast, colours, but higher cost and less common in monitors.
Refresh rate & response time
Refresh Rate
How many times per second the screen updates (Hz). Higher refresh = smoother motion. Especially useful for gaming.
Response time
How fast a pixel changes colour (milliseconds). Lower = less blur/ghosting. Important in fast-motion content/gaming.
Connectivity & inputs
Important:
What ports does the monitor have? (HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C, DVI, VGA)
If you use a laptop or want single-cable docking (power + video), USB-C can be very handy
Also consider built in's:
Built in Hub
Built in Speakers
Built in Webcam
Ergonomics & mountability
Stand adustability
An adjustable stand lets you change the screen’s height, tilt, and angle for better comfort. It helps reduce strain, improve posture, and adapt to different setups.
VESA mounting
VESA mounting means your monitor can attach to a standard wall mount or arm using preset screw holes on the back. It helps save desk space and allows flexible positioning.
Desk space & layout
A well-designed monitor setup helps keep your desk tidy and comfortable. Choosing the right stand or mount can free up space, improve organization, and create a cleaner, more efficient workspace.
Extras & special features
Curved screens:
Beneficial especially for ultrawide formats as they reduce distortion and offer immersive feel. Curved screens create a more immersive viewing experience and help reduce eye strain by keeping the screen’s edges within your natural field of vision.
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HDR support:
For richer contrast and brightness in compatible content. But requires correct hardware + content.
Eye-care/flicker-free/low-blue-light features for extended use.
Flicker-free and low blue light technologies reduce eye strain and fatigue, making the monitor more comfortable for long hours of use.
Multi-Monitor setups:
If you plan to use two or more monitors, make sure you have enough desk space, compatible mounts and proper cable connections for a clean and efficient setup.
At viking we can help with all extra's including cabel management to keep everything clean and tidy.
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