WQHD ultrawide with USB-C PD
Doesn't look like height is adjustable but is pretty high
edit: they seem to have extended the sale
AOC U34P2C 34inch 3K WQHD IPS Monitor $559 Delivered ($0 VIC/NSW C&C) @ Scorptec
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Can you recommend a good usb dock?
There aren't many cheap ones that can push WQHD 144Hz. The Wavlink WL-UMD01 can do WQHD 120Hz and was on sale for <$100 recently.
This one seems cool.
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That's the reason people choose this over the Xiaomi, IPS and flat panel, even with just 75Hz, is better for productivity use. If for gaming, I choose the Dell S3422DWG over the Xiaomi, the Dell has 4 USB ports which the Xiaomi doesn't, and is currently on sale for $549.
Flat panel bs curved doesn't make a difference for productivity - IPS I guess you could argue it might.
I use a Xiaomi 34" everyday for work (web dev) and it's great.photo and video work is compromised however. so i guess it depends on how productivity is defined.
@dbmitch: that is true, my thought though was more that it may affect the way the image appears due to the curve - various points of an image are now no longer on a flat plane so there may be some distortion of the original image.
@theguyrules: yeah tbh for coding or documents etc i'd kill for either one at work. the aspect ratio alone would give much more space for multiple open tabs in vscode compared to the 24in 1080p potatoes we have.
during wfh I have been using my 27in dell 2560x1440 and even that is a big difference compared to the work monitors.
@Wilburre: Yeah it hurts setting up your home office perfect for WFH then going back to the office and having to deal with 1080p monitors.
My team lead bought himself an ultrawide for the office which is smart
it does make a difference for architectural CAD and 3D
Dell + Dock is an even better deal.
https://www.ozbargain.com.au/product/dell-s3422dwg
Genuinely good panel.
It's VA?
So is the Xiaomi. The difference here is it's genuinely good VA, that likely beats most ultrawide IPS, particularly in this price range.
Viewing angles are obviously a little weaker, and colour consistency isn't the same, but you're getting mostly better response times and definitely better contrast.
Here's the Dell against the best 180Hz IPS ultrawide, which costs three times as much: https://www.rtings.com/monitor/tools/compare/lg-34gp950g-b-v…
The out-dated measurements RTings use mean that the IPS is being misreported in the first column of rise & fall times (return to zero), and you can see on the pursuit camera images that you're picking between powered trailing making the white text wider than the test pattern notably wider as it moves, and the red box frayed.
So while it's better (and obviously way better than this AOC), it's a trade-off. No technology is king: they all evolve, they all improve at different rates, and then the monitor makers have to tune the panel.
Unless you're hard-focused on productivity usage and you don't want a 4K IPS secondary for that purpose (why, I don't know, because I don't like recommending ultrawides at all), the Dell is the best value ultrawide today. That may change with Samsung releases later in the year, but it's a great all-round monitor for that purpose.
@jasswolf: I got myself the none gaming model S3422DW from recent dell 20% deal, primarily for wfh and online coding course.
review has been mix, as ppl feedback it is good but not great as it has bad display, poor viewing angle, smearing issue…
I paid for $499 hope it's still an okay monitor for under $500.
And I'm upgrading from kogan 24 inch monitor.@TheSpiffyAquarius: I would not recommend that monitor. The 144Hz model is well worth the extra $50.
@TheSpiffyAquarius: If you are not gaming, or just very light gaming, I would save the $50 and stick to the S3422DW. Plus it comes with built-in speakers.
Any recommendations for a dock that supports high refresh rates?
Absolutely none, but if you're seeking quick charge functionality, you're probably going to want something powered these days.
You generally need a Thunderbolt dock and laptop to push the highest refresh rates.
I would go the Dell, but I need a 34" for music production/work station
I also want gaming for PS5, so it may be overload for a workstation vs a basic $300-350 34" and then buying a 4K 27" for gaming.I probably wouldn't by a 4k60 for gaming, console or otherwise, but yes I understand the lure of sub $600 ultrawides for those trying to have it all.
I'm wondering why you keep on recommending this Dell monitor in any VA or IPS related posts but you haven't even seen it in person…
Because I understand the panel tech progress, and the data…
@jasswolf: but why going to a specific model? like you kept on insisting one single model on any deal post…
some people prefer IPS with 75hz if it gets them better colour coverage than high refresh rate, deeper blacks, curve, etc that the Dell is offering…
@meong: The previous deals were gaming or VA ultrawides. The comment tree I'm posting in here is for the Xiaomi. The Dell is almost exclusively superior to the Xiaomi, and absolutely is from a panel perspective.
With respect to IPS vs VA, it's not about colour coverage, which is related far more to the backlight and the colour filter, not the LCD technology. IPS is about colour consistency and viewing angle, due to how it opens up to let light out, and OLED stands as superior (particularly QD-OLED) because it's self-emissive. We're going to see more of that in the monitor space through this year and next. Those are the choices for those wishing to do colour correct professional work (video/image).
If you're not hardcore on the above use case, or document/spreadsheet apps in your home office, the VA is going to be a superior buy due to its versatility. The curve is so minor as to be irrelevant unless you're doing significant amounts of professional work that requires guides or lines.
@jasswolf: You are correct, since this is the response to the Xiaomi suggestion…
the Xiaomi is no longer relevant these days… it was a big deal in 2020 and maybe till 2021 but it is still the cheap blurry Samsung VA as the Kogan… people need to move on from that…
OLED is not being discussed here cause obviously its in a different league altogether with its own set of problems…
curve is not a big deal for me, even with spreadsheets. however, if non-curve can be cheaper, then i wont mind… IPS colour accuracy however is a bigger deal for me as i do photography as a hobby and haven't been happy with previous VA experiences…
@meong: That makes total sense then! My issue with IPS relates to how that drive for colour consistency ultimately results in a very slow return to zero (black).
Rather than some dark smearing in very high contrast scenes as with VA, you instead get powdered trailing on everything and IPS glow. For still image/document work, this makes no difference, and it's a minor nag for video work, which you can check on phone/TV or a mastering panel anyway.
The problem is that the productivity/office and creative market drives monitor purchases over the last few years, and so those producing IPS panels have needed to fuel that R&D by creating additional product segments for the tech. TN has all but died out because it's for hardcore gamers, while VA languished because all the tuning work went into mid-to-high end TVs.
So the whole 'IPS is the king of gaming' is nothing more than marketing, and due to testing procedures (until the start of 2021), way too many bought into that. I just toss a comment in here and there to show people what the good options are and why.
Not sure I've helped here, but that's my logic. :P
@jasswolf: All this confused me, I can't remember 10 years ago people complaining about gaming monitors or specific monitor's for workstations.
I think everything is made to be alot bigger than it is, I wouldn't mind seeing a comparison in all these situations to see the real time difference.
@[Deactivated]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbZUgKpzTA0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Zmxl-Btpgk
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/180jSMtUKHsXVWBdG9LEY…
https://www.rtings.com/monitor/tests/motion/motion-blur-and-…
https://s3.amazonaws.com/rtings/motion-blur-test.mp4
https://www.testufo.com/ghostingHave at it.
@[Deactivated]: The majority of the users in OzBargain based in my personal observation prefer high refresh rates or gaming-related features over things such as colour accuracy, kvm features, usb-c connection, etc
This may make gaming monitors more appealing here than other monitors which may be better for your non-gaming use.
If you do coding using any dark-themed code editors such as VSCode you'll see how annoying the blurs can be when scrolling texts on dark background…
I just bought this monitor for basic office use with a MacBook Pro. Got it for $549 delivered from digidirect using a code + it was on sale.
Looks nice, can easily fit two windows side x side. Charges my MacBook Pro fine via USB-C, although mine is the 2019 13 inch model.
There is a slight noise I can hear from the monitor, notably when scrolling or switching windows which is slightly irritating when the room is silent (mainly only at night where I am). It's not a completely silent monitor. Overall I'm happy with it.
It is height adjustable.
I’ve been using this monitor for about 6 months and I love it! The stand is height adjustable and the USB-C is a great inclusion for the price. Very happy with the image quality.
Thoughts on comparison with
Dell 34 Curved Monitor - AMD FreeSync QHD WQHD 3440 x 1440 at 100 Hz?
Same resolution.
Pros, for AOC, USB-C (65w). more included cables.
Cons for AOC, no curve, less known brand, aprox. $90 more. 75Hz (not a biggie)AOC IPS, Dell VA
IPS > VA for everything except gaming refresh
and viewing angle
IPS for productivity and image/colour work.
VA for gaming and multimedia consumption, when it's fast enough. The 144Hz Dell ultrawide has tested up to scratch for that.
OLED for the best of both, so long as you're reasonably careful with respect to burn in, which will be tougher for productivity work.
LCD is a case of pick your poison, because all three key technologies have caveats. The viewing angle debate is overstated in a lot of monitor arrangements.
Does it have speakers?
Looking to use it as tv.TVs have bad speakers, monitors have it worse. Nothing a decent soundbar couldn't fix tho
Showing as $539 for me?
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Can anyone tell me if the USB-C cable carries the USB hub data or does it require a separate USB A cable for the USB ports on the screen to work?
I use a Logitech USB A dongle plugged into the monitor with the Mac connected via USB C and it works
There's similar monitor on kogan but its 144hz and $595. The catch being kogan. https://www.kogan.com/au/buy/kogan-34-wqhd-ips-ultrawide-144…
Wouldnt recommend any tv/monitor from kogan. Cheap but good chance youll get a lemon and have to deal with a lengthy refund.
Mi's and Dell's regularly offer their 144hz 34inch curved options under $550 - $500 and Dell is just vastly superior to Kogan as we can agree.
In fact, Dell is having a sale on that monitor right now!
Xiaomi as well. $490
Does anyone know if daisy chaining is supported?
Its now $489 after $50 discount code + another $50 e-gift card with redemption.
6 left at the time of posting.
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/184795434382Got my unit and set it up to replace my 2x 24" yesterday. Overall built quality and the panel are great. The base stand is also flat so you can put stuff on it without sliding. It has a black brush metallic theme on the panel frame and stand which doesn't look plasticky.
Additionally It also has a factory calibrated report (sRGB Delta E 0.49) so I guess there is no need to change color settings.
don't forget your eGift card. How's the height, bte? it looks extra high which would be great
The height is approximately from 10-25cm measure from my desk to the bottom of the panel.
Only 75Hz, a Xiaomi Mi Curved 34" + USB dock would be better buy unless you really want IPS and non-curved. Still a better deal than this 1080p LG 34" deal that just got posted to.