On the one hand, there are the monitors with 16:9 format, the most common format for both playing and working. However, despite being the most used, it is not the best option if we take into account that there are ultra-panoramic or ultrawide models with 21:9 formatwhich offer a greater screen width.
A larger screen width is ideal for working with multiple open applications without having to switch between desktops or minimize and maximize open applications to make room for others.
In video games, ultra-wide monitors offer an important advantage over our competitors, by offering a greater screen width, showing more information using a 16:9 monitor which allows us to have a greater field of vision and see in advance where our enemy is coming from.
If you think the time has come to buy a ultrawide monitor For both playing and working, we can find a large number of models on the market, however, not all of them offer us a high refresh rate. Below, we show you which are the best options available at this time.
Samsung Odyssey G5 34 inches
One of the best options available on the market is found in Samsung’s Odyssesy range of monitors, with the G5 model. This is a monitor 34 inches with resolution of 3440×1440 with 21:9 format, and a 1000R curve.
It has a refresh rate 165 Hz, it is compatible with AMD FreeSync Premium and has a response time of 1 ms. It supports HDR10. It has an HDMI 2.0 port, a DisplayPort 1.4 port and a jack to connect headphones.
Samsung Odyssey G5 34 inches
*Prices updated at the time of publishing or reviewing this article. They may vary over time.
AOC CU34G2X
For a price very similar to the Samsung model, we have the AOK CU34G2X, a 34-inch monitor with 21:9 formatwith resolution 3440 x 1440 with 1500R curved designsomewhat more pronounced than the Odyssey G5.
It has a refresh rate of up to 144 HZ with a response time of 1 ms, it is compatible with AMD FreeSync Premium. Regarding connectivity options, this model has two ports HDMI 2.0 and 2 ports DisplayPort 1.4as well as a jack to connect headphones.
AOC CU34G2X
*Prices updated at the time of publishing or reviewing this article. They may vary over time.
Lenovo L29W-30
Another option that we must also take into account if we are looking for an ultra-wide monitor mainly for working and playing occasionally, is found in the Lenovo L29W-30. This model has a screen 29 inches with 1080p resolution and 21:9 format.
The panel offers a refresh rate of up to 90Hz with a response time of 4 ms. It is compatible with AMD FreeSync and, unlike many other models available on the market, this model can be adjusted in both height like the inclination and the turn.
Lenovo L29W-30
*Prices updated at the time of publishing or reviewing this article. They may vary over time.
