8 best 4K monitors

The market of modern monitors is replete with a variety of sizes, design solutions, ergonomic finds. But the most important parameter was and remains the resolution of the matrix. expert.bigbadmole.com/en/ specialists studied the offer of well-known manufacturers and prepared for you a rating of the best monitors with the highest resolution to date - 4K.

Some specifications are common to all considered models:

1. LED / WLED matrix backlight;
2. there are fixtures for mounting on the wall;
3. Flicker-Free flicker-free backlight (except for the first three models);
4. built-in power supply (except for the Samsung model, where the PSU is external);
5. IPS matrix (except for models from ASUS and Samsung, which have a TN matrix) with viewing angles of 178x178 degrees;
6. stand design provides for height adjustment (except for models from Philips and Samsung).

Top 4K Monitor Ratings

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Top 4K Monitor Ratings	1	LG 22MD4KA	50 660 ₽
	2	Eizo ColorEdge CG318-4K	419 390 ₽
	3	NEC MULTISYNC PA322UHD-2-SV2	205 185 ₽
	4	DELL P2415Q	29 950 ₽
	5	ASUS PB287Q	29 737 ₽
	6	Philips BDM4350UC	38 295 ₽
	7	Samsung U28E590D	14 195 ₽
	8	Iiyama ProLite XB2779QQS-S1	58 815 ₽

LG 22MD4KA

Rating: 4.9

Let's start with the model from the South Korean manufacturer, which is remarkable, paradoxically, the minimum screen size is 21.5 "diagonal. Our experts have identified this feature as an advantage, because with this compactness, the resolution of the matrix is ​​even higher than 4K-minimum - 4096x2304. - 505x388x220 mm, weight - 5.60 kg.

Nominal operating power consumption - 30 watts, maximum - 120 watts. The model conforms to the Energy Star energy saving standard.

The maximum frame rate at the monitor is 60 Hz, the response time is 14 ms. According to these parameters, this model is the weakest among all those who got into the review. This can not be called a direct disadvantage, but must be considered when choosing. Point pitch: horizontal - 0.1162 mm, vertical - 0.1162 mm.

This model is characterized by the highest maximum brightness in comparison with neighboring solutions - 500 cd per square meter. meter. Contrast is also quite at the level - 1200: 1. There is an anti-reflective coating and light sensor.

The monitor is built-in stereo of two speakers with a capacity of 5 watts each. The speakers are loud enough, but the depth of sound and in some places the quality itself is very mediocre.

The model is equipped with a set of interfaces from a USB hub, a USB-C in / out.

Eizo ColorEdge CG318-4K

Rating: 4.8

Further in the rating, we consider a monitor produced by the Japanese company Eizo, which specializes almost exclusively on monitors. The dimensions of the device are 735x434x245 mm, weight - 11.30 kg. Power consumption in operating mode - 140 watts.

The diagonal of the screen of this model is much higher than the previous one - 31.1 ", and the resolution of the matrix is ​​the same - 4096x2160. The maximum frame rate is 71 Hz. Brightness - 350 cd per square meter, contrast - 1500: 1. The response time is much better than LG's model has 9 ms. The dot pitch is the same both vertically and horizontally - 0.1704 mm.

A notable feature of this model is the ability to reproduce more than 1 billion colors. Also, the monitor is able to effectively compensate for the uneven illumination and extremely correctly calibrate the colors.

The set of interfaces here is much wider than that of the LG 22MD4KA.So, the monitor contains two HDMI inputs, two DisplayPort ports, a USB hub, a set of USB ports from two Type A and one Type B.

The package includes high-quality visor on the magnets.

NEC MULTISYNC PA322UHD-2-SV2

Rating: 4.8

The third item in the rating from expert.bigbadmole.com/en/en/ we consider the monitor from not the most massive, but the well-known manufacturer - NEC. The model is worth attention if only because it was NEC that, in conjunction with Hitachi, developed and created the first IPS matrix. Monitor dimensions are 745x469x302 mm, weight - 20.50 kg. Operating power consumption - 100 watts.

The screen size on the diagonal is 31.5 ". The resolution of the matrix is ​​3840x2160. The maximum frame rate is 120 Hz - the best indicator compared to neighboring models. The dot pitch is the same for the vertical and horizontal - 0.18 mm. Brightness - 350 cd per square meter The contrast is 1000: 1. The response time is 10 ms.

The field of view of this model is slightly smaller than that of most IPS-matrices, but quite a bit - 176 degrees vertically and horizontally. The monitor is capable of reproducing more than a billion shades and provides 100% color gamut sRGB.

This model is notable for a wide range of interfaces: there are two DVI-D ports, as many as four HDMI 2.0, two DisplayPort ports, a set of USB ports of different specifications, a USB hub for three USB 3.0 ports, and a headphone output. The monitor contains two built-in speakers, but they are quite “symbolic” - 2 watts each.

Additional features - the presence of light sensor, compensation for uneven illumination, color calibration. An important point - the monitor allows you to rotate it 90 degrees in a portrait position.

DELL P2415Q

Rating: 4.7

Further in our rating follows an interesting model from the American manufacturer DELL. Its main advantage is the optimal combination of quality, characteristics and cost. Linear dimensions - 567x370x205 mm, weight - 5.68 kg. In operating mode, the monitor consumes up to 90 watts of power. Conforms to the Energy Star energy saving standard. There is an anti-reflective coating.

The screen size on the diagonal is 23.8 ". The resolution of the matrix is ​​3840x2160. The maximum frame rate is 76 Hz. The dot pitch is 0.13725 mm in both directions. Very good detail is 185 ppi. Brightness is 300 cd per square meter, contrast is 1000 : 1. There is a dynamic contrast function with a value of 2 million: 1. The monitor is able to reproduce more than a billion shades.

In terms of interfaces for this model, the situation is as follows. There are inputs DisplayPort + mini, HDMI version 1.4, there is compatibility with MHL, standard audio output. There is a set of USB ports of different specifications, as well as a USB 3.0 hub for four ports.

Additional features include backlight irregularity compensation, color calibration. The monitor can be rotated to a portrait position of 90 degrees.

ASUS PB287Q

Rating: 4.6

Now consider a good 4K monitor from the famous Chinese company ASUS. An important difference to this model is the budget TN matrix. Our specialists have defined this circumstance as a drawback, since the drawbacks of the matrix are not compensated at any noticeably lower price.

The dimensions of the monitor - 660x414x220 mm, weight - 7.90 kg. With a full workload consumes up to 60 watts of electricity. The screen diagonal is 28 ", the resolution of the matrix is ​​3840x2160. The limiting frame rate is 75 Hz. The dot pitch is 0.16 mm in both directions. The brightness is 300 cd per square meter. There is an anti-reflective coating.

The type of matrix determined not the most prominent viewing angles - 170 degrees horizontally and 160 vertically.But the same type of matrix gives a noticeable advantage - the minimum response time of just 1 ms. Opportunities in terms of color reproduction of this monitor are more than worthy — over a billion shades. Outstanding dynamic contrast at 100 million to 1.

The set of interfaces for this model is quite minimalistic - two HDMI 1.4 inputs, audio output, DisplayPort, compatibility with MHL. Built-in pair of speakers with a capacity of 2 watts each. It is possible to rotate the monitor 90 degrees in portrait position.

The product conforms to the Energy Star Energy Standard 6.0 and the environmental standards TCO 6.0, MPR-II.

Philips BDM4350UC

Rating: 4.6

Now in the ranking of the best 4K monitors from expert.bigbadmole.com/en/en/ we will pay attention to the bright model from Philips. The monitor is remarkable for its size - 968x630x259 mm. This is a real giant with a diagonal of 42.51 ". Weight - 9.72 kg. In the operating mode, the device consumes up to 63 watts of electricity.

The resolution of the matrix - 3840x2160. Aspect ratio is one of the most common and versatile - 16: 9, this is important, given the huge diagonal of the monitor.

The maximum frame rate is 80 Hz. Brightness - 300 cd per square. meter. The contrast is 1200: 1. Dynamic contrast ratio - 50 mln. To 1. Response time - 5 ms. The monitor reproduces more than a billion shades.

The set of interfaces is quite wide and sufficient for most of the possible tasks. There are two HDMI 2.0 inputs, two DisplayPort interfaces, one VGA (D-Sub), MHL compatibility, audio input / output, a set of USB ports of different specifications, a USB3.0 four-port hub.

The monitor has a pair of rather powerful speakers of 7 W each, which provide, though not outstanding, good sound.

Additional functions - backlight unevenness compensation, color calibration. Height adjustment in this model is not provided. With such dimensions, this is not the most “terrible” flaw, but some users are not satisfied with this.

The important point is that the “pixel rotation” function is implemented in this model, which reduces the probability of pixel burnout and increases the service life of the monitor.

Samsung U28E590D

Rating: 4.5

Now consider another monitor with a TN-matrix. Here, unlike the previous model, the presence of not the best matrix is ​​quite “honest” - this is the cheapest 4K monitor in our rating. Linear dimensions - 661x469x187 mm, weight - 5.28 kg. The most minimal power consumption - 38 W from an external power supply unit, corresponds to Energy Star 6.0.

The diagonal of the screen of this model is 28 ", the resolution of the matrix is ​​3840x2160. The dot pitch in both directions is 0.161 mm. The brightness is 370 cd per square meter. The contrast is 1000: 1. The minimum response time is 1 ms. The viewing angles are typical for good TN-matrices - 170 degrees horizontally and 160 - vertically. Reproduces more than a billion shades. The frequency of updates is variable (FreeSync).

The set of interfaces for this model is quite limited: two HDMI 2.0 ports, one DisplayPort, headphone output.

Additional features - blue color attenuation, color calibration. Height adjustment is not provided.

Iiyama ProLite XB2779QQS-S1

Rating: 4.5

And the latest model in the ranking of the best 4K monitors from expert.bigbadmole.com/en/en/ is a very interesting monitor of the Japanese brand Iiyama. The company is known for its high-end hi-end monitors.

The monitor is interesting for its outstanding resolution of the matrix - 5120x2880 with a screen size (diagonal) of 27 ". The physical dimensions of the device are 650x435x230 mm, weight is 8.20 kg. In operation mode it consumes up to 63 W of electricity, corresponds to Energy Star and VESA DPMS.

The maximum frame rate for this model is 75 Hz. Point pitch in all directions - 0.116 mm.High brightness - 440 cd per square. meter. The contrast is 1200: 1. There is a dynamic contrast function of 80 million to 1. The response time is 4 ms. The monitor can reproduce up to 16.7 million colors. There is an anti-reflective coating.

A set of interfaces includes three HDMI ports, two DisplayPort, headphone output. Additional features include color calibration and blue attenuation. Built "symbolic" stereo speakers of 2 watts each.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.