Frequently Asked Questions About 16:10 HDMI Computer Monitors
Whether you're a gamer, a work professional, or a casual user, the choice of monitor could be the difference in unlocking the true power of your personal computer. These particular monitors on eBay have a 16:10 aspect ratio and connect with an external video and audio source through HDMI.
How do you choose the right monitor?Monitors can vary widely in their specifications. If you are an average computer user, you may not care about the small minutiae, but gamers specifically will need to pay close attention to the specs of their monitor since it could be the difference in the quality of their gaming experience. Specs include:
- Resolution: The resolution is simply the number of pixels on the screen. A higher pixel count generally results in higher levels of detail.
- Refresh rate: This is the rate at which the monitor updates its image every second, as measured in hertz. Although the refresh rate is distinct from the frame rate, programs or games that operate at a higher frame rate may benefit from a higher refresh rate as well, because the monitor must be able to refresh fast enough to keep up with the computer's frame rate.
- Response time: The response time is the amount of time it takes for individual pixels on the monitor to update the image. It is measured in milliseconds. Lower response time is generally better, but you may only notice it when there is a lot of fast-moving action on the screen at once. A "ghosting" effect may occur if the pixels take too long to change.
Aspect ratio is the ratio between the width and the height of the monitor. The standard aspect ratio in movie theaters, home televisions, and many computer monitors is 16:9. A 16:10 monitor is closer to the "golden ratio." It will have a slightly different resolution than the typical high-definition monitor. For example, whereas 1080p in a 16:9 monitor signifies a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels, a 16:10 monitor instead has a resolution of 1920x1200 pixels. The difference in aspect ratio mostly comes down to personal preference.
What is an IPS display?IPS stands for in-plane switching. It is a type of liquid crystal display that switches the orientation of the liquid crystals inside the monitor. This technology creates more color depth and maintains accurate color representation from wide viewing angles at up to 178 degrees. The response time and power consumption may be slightly higher.