Unbranded 4:3 Monitor Units
In today’s world it is impossible to ignore the power technology possesses in terms displaying, processing, and absorbing information in a much easier and faster way. One of the most important devices is the monitor. Having the right monitor allows you to be more productive at work or even better enjoy activities such as gaming, or watching your favorite HD (High definition) videos and TV series.
Factors to Consider when Choosing an Unbranded Computer Monitor
To avoid headache that comes with choosing the wrong monitor, it is important to consider the following:
- Resolution - Resolution refers to the number of pixels a monitor is able to display. This is essentially useful in graphics design and gaming monitors. Generally, the larger the pixel count the more the monitor is able to display clearer images. Remember that full HD options will go higher than SD.
- Video Input - Older displays had to have analog inputs, or be VGA (Video Graphics Array) compatible. Newer models on the other hand apply digital input such as DVI, D-Sub, HDMI, USB, and DisplayPort.
- Aspect Ratio - A monitor's aspect ratio refers to the ratio between the display area's width and height. Widescreen displays have an aspect ratio of at least 4:3 while ultra-wide displays are able to achieve an aspect ratio of 21:9. 16:9 and 16:10 are the most common aspect ratios.
Contrast ratio, screen size, shape (flat or curved), compatibility with your current system, refresh rate, and ergonomic flexibility some other factors to keep in mind.
What are the Different Types of Monitors Available?
The four main types of monitors available are:
- CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) - These are the oldest computer display devices. They display images by applying electron beams to illuminate different areas of the screen. They are large in size and heavy.
- LED (Light-Emitting diode) - LED monitors display images using a layer of pixels. They employ transparent electrodes in place of electron beams used in CRTs.
- LCD (Liquid Crystalline Display) - These are upgraded versions of LEDs. LCD monitors, however, use light emitting diodes at the back of the screen that act as a backlight to increase definition and brightness.
- Plasma - They apply small cells of charged gases to create images and are heavier than LCDs.
What Extra Features Can I Get with Monitors?
There are a few additional features you can get depending on your needs:
- Built in speakers - Generally monitors are specifically for displaying information. However, you can have a monitor with built in speakers for outputting audio.
- Touch-screen - Some displays have touch-screen and Multi-touch features that allow faster navigation without having to use the keyboard or mouse.
- G-Sync - NVIDIA G-sync is a display technology that offers gamers the smoothest and fastest gaming experience by synchronizing display refresh rates to the GPU (Graphic Processing Unit).