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The CS2420 shines thanks to its EIZO microprocessor. As: a colour space can only be so wide and the viewing angle stability of the LCD technology only so great, meaning that the decisive aspects are the sophisticated electronics and exact calibration. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

The curved ultrawide 37.5-inch monitor offers virtually unlimited space. Its resolution of 3840 x 1600 pixels provides almost three times the resolution of a Full HD monitor. 95.3 cm (37.5 Inches)

The EV2785 delivers top-rate display quality and crystal clear images and texts thanks to 4K Ultra HD resolution of 3840 x 2160 and a pixel density of 163 ppi. 68.5 cm (27 Inches)

UHD 4K resolution for videographers – maximum sharpness for photographers – absolute precision and rich colours for all. CS2740, the allrounder from the CS series with a USB-C port, forms the visual core of any digital, colour-accurate workflow. 68.4 cm (26.9 Inches)

The CS2731 unites precision, colour fidelity and cutting-edge connectivity thanks to its USB-C port. This makes the monitor the central interface for the graphic workflow of sophisticated creatives with high standards. 68.5 cm (27 Inches)

The EV3285 is perfectly suited for professional applications, thanks to 4K Full HD resolution. A USB-C port provides for lightning fast data transfer speeds and allows you to charge devices like tablets and notebooks. 80 cm (31.5 Inches)

Ideal for the modern workstation: thanks to the USB-C ports and USB-C daisy chain functionality, the EV2795 doesn’t require any complex cabling and shines with its virtually frameless design. 68.5 cm (27 Inches)

The CG319X offers distinct advantages in the 4K video world and for photographers and graphic designers alike: Extremely sharp representation of images thanks to resolution of 149 ppi. 78.9 cm (31.1 Inches)

The CG2420"s strength lies in one simple principle: it shows things just as they are. That is all down to the EIZO microprocessor, which was developed in-house and ensures precise colour rendering and calibration. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

The EV2456 is very compact, thanks to its extremely narrow bezel. The monitor is particularly impressive when used for multi-display viewing. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

Energy-saving, ergonomic, reliable: the EV2460 offers a wide range of connection options thanks to DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI-D and D-sub signal inputs as well as four USB downstream ports. 60.5 cm (23.8 Inches)

With a 16-bit LUT, uniform image display and hardware calibration options, the ColorEdge CS2410 is the introductory model in EIZO’s graphics monitor series. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

The extremely narrow bezel of the EV2451 immediately catches your eye. The side and the back of the monitor also have a slimline, delicate appearance. The compact design makes it perfect for a modern office environment. 60.4 cm (23.8 Inches)

The EV2457, with its virtually frameless design, is the ideal solution for multi-display viewing. Other monitors can be conveniently interlinked via the DisplayPort output. 61 cm (24.1 Inches)

The EV2495 is a declaration of performance. Thanks to its USB-C ports and the USB-C daisy chain functionality, this monitor ensures there are fewer cables and more space on the desk. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

The EV2785 delivers top-rate display quality and crystal clear images and texts thanks to 4K Ultra HD resolution of 3840 x 2160 and a pixel density of 163 ppi. 68.5 cm (27 Inches)

The EV2480’s USB-C port allows you to use it as a docking station for tablets and laptops. Power, video and audio, as well as keyboards and mice, can be connected to the computer with a single cable. 60.5 cm (23.8 Inches)

The 24" CG247X monitor is impressive when it comes to the smallest colour nuances and exact colour tone rendering with maximum image quality and accuracy. With 3D LUT and automatic self-calibration. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

The EV3285 is perfectly suited for professional applications, thanks to 4K Full HD resolution. A USB-C port provides for lightning fast data transfer speeds and allows you to charge devices like tablets and notebooks. 80 cm (31.5 Inches)

Its precise and colour-accurate reproduction across the entire luminance characteristic curve (EOTF) makes the CG3146 suitable for the entire 4K production workflow in HDR and SDR. 78.9 cm (31.1 Inches)

The 22.5” EV2360 with a 16:10 aspect ratio delivers a pin-sharp resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels. A true all-round monitor for the office. 57.2 cm (22.5 Inches)

The 21" S2133-BK office monitor in 4:3 format. The high-quality IPS panel is particularly flicker-free and has low reflections. With energy-saving functions. 54 cm (21.3 Inches)

In terms of image quality and ergonomics, the EV2430-BK works well when paired with sophisticated computer workstations with the highest demands. Antireflection technology and Auto EcoView ensure an anti-glare view of the screen. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

4.096 x 2.160 pixels ensure crisper details across the board. The MX315W correctly displays greyscale tones of radiological images over the entire screen. 79 cm (31.1 Inches)

4K UHD, 500 cd/m² maximum brightness, HDR targets, USB-C with over 90 W Power Delivery and LAN connectivity make the CG2700X the ideal monitor for the most demanding creatives. 68.4 cm (27 Inches)

Ideal for the modern workstation: thanks to the USB-C ports and USB-C daisy chain functionality, the EV2795 doesn’t require any complex cabling and shines with its virtually frameless design. 68.5 cm (27 Inches)

The size and resolution of the monitor allow users to organize images as they see fit. The RX660 also take up less space than solutions with two 3-megapixel screens. 76 cm (30 Inches)

The 19" S1934H-BK office monitor in 5:4 format. The high-quality IPS panel is particularly flicker-free and has low reflections. With energy-saving functions. 48 cm (19 Inches)

The EV2456 is very compact, thanks to its extremely narrow bezel. The monitor is particularly impressive when used for multi-display viewing. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

The curved ultrawide 37.5-inch monitor offers virtually unlimited space. Its resolution of 3840 x 1600 pixels provides almost three times the resolution of a Full HD monitor. 95.3 cm (37.5 Inches)

The 23 inch IP decoding monitor allows you to connect to security and surveillance cameras without a computer. It carries out control records for Axis (VAPIX) and Panasonic IP cameras in keeping with the ONVIF standard. 58 cm (23 Inches)

The extremely narrow bezel of the EV2451 immediately catches your eye. The side and the back of the monitor also have a slimline, delicate appearance. The compact design makes it perfect for a modern office environment. 60.4 cm (23.8 Inches)

With USB-C upstream, DisplayPort and HDMI inputs, as well as four USB downstream ports, the EV2485 offers exemplary connectivity. In addtion, the image quality, ergonomics and energy-saving options are outstanding. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

The DuraVision DX0211-IP is the ideal solution for video walls and single or multi-monitor security environments. It offers an outstanding decoding performance and flexible video management, as well as a compact design. 0 cm (0 Inches)

The display of x-ray images and cross-sectional images is the primary task of the RX250. Thanks to the DICOM GSDF characteristic curve, it can display radiological exposures exactly. 54 cm (21.3 Inches)

Energy-saving, ergonomic, reliable: the EV2460 offers a wide range of connection options thanks to DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI-D and D-sub signal inputs as well as four USB downstream ports. 60.5 cm (23.8 Inches)

Perfect picture quality, ergonomics and connectivity. The ideal companion for the modern office enables multi-screen solutions via USB-C daisy chain without complex cabling. 60.5 cm (23.8 Inches)

The EV2495 is a declaration of performance. Thanks to its USB-C ports and the USB-C daisy chain functionality, this monitor ensures there are fewer cables and more space on the desk. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

Thanks to its hybrid gamma PXL functionality, the RX560 MammoDuo automatically differentiates between greyscale and colour images, down to the pixel. Each pixel is displayed with the required luminance characteristic curve. 54.1 cm (21.3 Inches)

The compact and convenient all-rounder in radiological diagnostics for colour and monochrome images in virtually every size and resolution. 78.4 cm (30.9 Inches)

The IP decoding monitor allows you to connect to security and surveillance cameras without a computer. It carries out control records for Axis (VAPIX) and Panasonic IP cameras in keeping with the ONVIF standard. 116.8 cm (46 Inches)

2-megapixel colour monitor for the medical field with DICOM® preset, 240 cd/m2 factory-calibrated brightness and integrated sensor for reliable image quality. 54 cm (21 Inches)

The FDF2382WT detects up to ten touches simultaneously and enables smooth, precise stylus input. It ignores erroneous input such as that from the ball of the user’s hand. 58 cm (23 Inches)

The 22.5” EV2360 with a 16:10 aspect ratio delivers a pin-sharp resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels. A true all-round monitor for the office. 57.2 cm (22.5 Inches)

The EV2457, with its virtually frameless design, is the ideal solution for multi-display viewing. Other monitors can be conveniently interlinked via the DisplayPort output. 61 cm (24.1 Inches)

The EV2480’s USB-C port allows you to use it as a docking station for tablets and laptops. Power, video and audio, as well as keyboards and mice, can be connected to the computer with a single cable. 60.5 cm (23.8 Inches)

The GX560 MammoDuo displays detailed mammography images and images of fine structures in high resolution. Two times 5 megapixels and a degree of luminance, which is suited to the specific task, ensures excellent reproduction. 54.1 cm (21.3 Inches)

The 21" S2133-GY office monitor in 4:3 format. The high-quality IPS panel is particularly flicker-free and has low reflections. With energy-saving functions. 54 cm (21.3 Inches)

2-megapixel colour monitor for the medical field with DICOM® preset, 340 cd/m2 factory-calibrated brightness and integrated sensor for reliable image quality. 54 cm (21 Inches)

In terms of image quality and ergonomics, the EV2430-GY works well when paired with sophisticated computer workstations with the highest demands. Antireflection technology and Auto EcoView ensure an anti-glare view of the screen. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

The MX194 with preset DICOM® tone value characteristic curve. It guarantees distortion-free grey tone rendering of radiological images. That is ideal for informative clinical reviews of images from digital image distribution. 48.1 cm (19 Inches)

The 19" S1934H-GY office monitor in 5:4 format. The high-quality IPS panel is particularly flicker-free and has low reflections. With energy-saving functions. 48 cm (19 Inches)

The 26 inch FDU2603WT monitor with touch screen for ECDIS and radar systems, suitable for use during the day and at night. Fulfills the IEC 60945 standard. 65 cm (26 Inches)

The RadiForce RX370 with 3-megapixel resolution and DICOM® GSDF luminance characteristic is perfect for the accurate display of monochrome and colour images of radiological systems. 54.1 cm (21.3 Inches)

The 19 inch FDS1904T monitor with touch screen for ECDIS and radar systems, suitable for use during the day and at night. Fulfills the IEC 60945 standard. 48 cm (19 Inches)

With USB-C upstream, DisplayPort and HDMI inputs, as well as four USB downstream ports, the EV2485 offers exemplary connectivity. In addtion, the image quality, ergonomics and energy-saving options are outstanding. 61.1 cm (24.1 Inches)

The 26 inch FDU2603W monitor for ECDIS and radar systems, suitable for use during the day and at night. Fulfills the IEC 60945, IEC61174, IEC62288 and IEC62388 standards. 65 cm (26 Inches)

The FDS1903 was specially developed for security and surveillance applications and offers both a HDMI and composite (BNC) signal connector. 48 cm (19 Inches)

Perfect picture quality, ergonomics and connectivity. The ideal companion for the modern office enables multi-screen solutions via USB-C daisy chain without complex cabling. 60.5 cm (23.8 Inches)

The 19 inch FDS1904T monitor for ECDIS and radar systems, suitable for use during the day and at night. Fulfills the IEC 60945, IEC61174, and IEC62288 standards. 48 cm (19 Inches)

The FDF2182WT touch monitor permits excellent and accurate stylus input. It detects up to 10 touches simultaneously and ignores erroneous input, for example, when the ball of the hand touches the surface. 54.7 cm (21.5 Inches)

The FDS1903 was specially developed for security and surveillance applications and offers both a HDMI and composite (BNC) signal connector. 48 cm (19 Inches)

The 24" colour monitor in widescreen format shows radiological images of specific tasks as well as images in pathology with the required precision. 61 cm (24.1 Inches)

The FDF2382WT-A recognises up to 10 simultaneous touches and allows smooth and accurate pen input. It ignores incorrect entries, for example, when the palm of the hand is resting on the screen. 58 cm (23 Inches)

The DuraVision EVS1VX is an image enhancement system which analyses and processes video footage in real time. The DuraVision EVS1VX has advanced adjustment options and optional features. 0 cm (0 Inches)

The MS236WT-A detects up to 10 touches simultaneously and permits smooth and accurate stylus input. It ignores erroneous input, for example when the ball of the hand touches the surface. 58 cm (23 Inches)

Aspect ratio is the relationship of the width of a video image compared to its height. The two most common aspect ratios are4:3, also known as 1.33:1 or fullscreen, and 16:9, also known as 1.78:1 or widescreen. (Larger aspect ratio formats are used in the motion picture industry.)

All the older TV’s and computer monitors you grew up with had the squarish 4:3 shape– 33% wider than it was high. These are often referred to as square monitors.  4:3 LCD monitors can display analog video signals that conform to NTSC and PAL standards. They are not capable of displaying HD (high-definition) video.

The 4:3 aspect ratio dates back to 1917, when the Society of Motion Picture Engineers adopted it as the standard format for film. In the 1930’s, the television industry adopted the same 4:3 standard. But in the mid-1950’s, the motion picture industry began developing several widescreen formats to improve their decreasing audience numbers. Television broadcasting stayed with the 4:3 standard, until the recent move to HDTV and 16:9 widescreen.

16:9 is the native aspect ratio of most high-definition widescreen LCD monitors and TV’s (16:9 and 16:10 are very similar). It is 78% wider than it is tall, and fully one-third wider than a 4:3 screen. 16:9 widescreen monitors are ideally suited to display HD video signals. Some models can also display SD (standard definition) video signals, but this will require some compromises, as you will read below.

Nearly all experts agree that in order to display optimal video images, it is critical to match the aspect ratio of the monitor to the aspect ratio of the camera (or other incoming video source). Below is a example of a 16:9 image on a 16:9 widescreen lcd monitor:

However, many cameras in the industrial, commercial, security, and law enforcement industries still utilize 4:3 CCD or CMOS imagers. Therefore, to display clear, undistorted video images, it is important to utilize monitors with the same 4:3 aspect ratio to match the cameras. Failure to do so will result in distorted images, as shown below.

Unfortunately, despite the continued widespread use of 4:3 cameras, LCD monitors with a 4:3 aspect ratio are getting harder and harder to find. Many manufacturers have abandoned them in favor of the newer 16:9 widescreens. TRU-Vu Monitors still offers a complete line of industrial-grade 4:3 aspect ratio LCD monitors. These range in size from 5.5″ to 19″ screens. They are available with standard, waterproof, steel or open frame enclosures. They can be touch screen,  sunlight readable, medical-grade, or optically bonded.

16:9 widescreen LCD monitors are the ideal complement to 16:9 format HD cameras. These are increasingly used in video conferencing, broadcast and medical applications. They display superb, distortion-free, high-definition images. TRU-Vu Monitors offers these in 7″, 10.1″, 13.3″, 15.6″, 17.3″, 18.5″ and 21.5″ to 65” LCD screen sizes, in standard, touch screen, sunlight readable, medical-grade, optically bonded and open frame configurations.

You must avoid video images which are stretched, chopped, squeezed, shrunk or distorted. Be sure to choose a LCD monitor with the correct aspect ratio (4:3 aspect ratio or 16:9 aspect ratio) that matches your camera or other incoming video signal.

All desktops require an external monitor to function. Computer monitors, like PCs, come in all shapes and sizes. Finding the perfect PC monitor can help take your computer experience to the next level. Whether you are looking for a high resolution external monitor to make your home office more ergonomic or you want a premium option to make gaming more robust, Micro Center has the computer monitor you need to boost productivity and enjoyment when you are using your computer.

Gaming monitors are specialized displays designed to have the lowest response times possible to stay ahead of the competition. PC monitors for office use may have slower response times but are more affordable and capable of performing general use tasks to improve productivity, viewing angles, and more.

At Micro Center, we proudly offer the best monitors for gamers, creatives, and more to help boost connectivity and the viewing experience with your Apple or PC computer. Discover your new high def LED, IPS, or LCD monitor here.

Be sure to explore the interface options to ensure that you have the right connectivity for your unique needs. We have a huge variety of HDMI and DisplayPort options to help you make the most out of your hardware and make setting things up a breeze. You will also find USB C and VGA interface options here.

As a gamer, you still want your full HD computer screen to be height adjustable and high resolution, but you may want a few additional features to make gameplay more enjoyable and to make the most use out of your PC’s graphics card. For example, you want premium color accuracy, fast refresh rates, high contrast ratio, and the best image quality to ensure that you enjoy the gaming experience.

Resolution is important to choosing a monitor for gaming or enjoying streaming media with the best picture. Go for a 4K ultra high definition (4K UHD) or 8K monitor if you want the best resolution possible. With more than 8 million pixels, a UHD monitor will undoubtedly enhance the visuals of any gaming or video streaming experience. Ultrawide monitors are also great for creating cinematic viewing angles and making you feel like you’re in the theatre.

Additionally, gaming monitors have features that make them work better with your gaming PC. For example, the Nvidia G Sync or AMD FreeSync are used in some gaming monitors to provide a smoother refresh rate to make gameplay smoother and more enjoyable overall. Our selection of FreeSync and G Sync compatible monitors will help you maximize performance of your Nvidia or AMD graphics card.

Computer monitors are available from all the name brands such as Acer, Samsung, Dell, HP, and ASUS. Dell monitors are a popular choice among many offices and professionals because of their wide range of screen sizes and features. No matter if you are looking for a comfortable widescreen option for your home office or a gaming monitor with special features from Nvidia and AMD, Micro Center has the HD monitor you need!

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Unused electronics are the bane of the modern life. Perfectly functional gadgets sit quietly in a corner of the store room, doing nothing. If you"re wondering what to do with old computer monitors, here are a few easy ideas to repurpose unused screens.

The Raspberry Pi 4 is an incredible device. While it has a wide range of uses, at its core, it is a tiny, low-cost, full-fledged computer. And that means your old monitor can be turned into a PC for less than $60.

Perhaps the best thing to do with an old flat-screen monitor is a DIY DAKboard. The DAKboard is a LCD wall display that shows the current time, weather forecast, calendar events, stock quotes, fitness data, and news headlines. It"s all displayed on a soothing photo. You could buy an official DAKboard, but the makers themselves have shown how to build your own wall display with a Raspberry Pi. when you can build one for far less money and a little geeky fun, the choice is obvious.

Basically, you will be cutting out the polarizing film of the old LCD monitor. This film will then be put on a simple pair of glasses. Now your screen appears white, but the glasses can "see" the content. It"s one of the best ways to keep prying eyes out of your PC.

If you have a broken old LCD monitor, it can be re-purposed into a usable mirror; but if you have a working old LCD monitor, adding a Raspberry Pi can turn it into a smart magic mirror!

If you"re on a tight budget for a first-time DIY project, consider the $100 smart mirror. It"s not the best version of turning an LCD monitor into a smart mirror, but you"ll get the basic features and not spend a bomb.

If you have the space available, the best thing you can do with an extra monitor is to boost your productivity with a dual-monitor setup. A second monitor has many potential purposes, such as extended screen space, a dashboard for your social media or news updates, or a dedicated video conferencing screen.

All desktop operating systems support the ability to use dual monitors. It"s pretty easy to setup dual monitors on Windows, and you can then customize how you use the two spaces. To connect two monitors, you will likely need a graphics card with multiple HDMI ports, or use an HDMI and a VGA port on desktops.

Like any gadget, monitors have a limited shelf life. If you"re looking to upgrade, you now have a few ideas of what to do with your old monitor. And that age should influence which project you chose. For example, given the effort involved in building a smart mirror, don"t go with a screen that"s already shown signs of trouble. The Raspberry Pi-based projects are usually the easiest to keep changing.

The Asus ProArt PA248CNV blends a sharp 1080p display with features such as 90-watt USB-C charging, a USB hub, and a sturdy stand for less than $300. The monitor also impressed us with its grayscale accuracy, as its shades of white and gray weren’t noticeably tinged with red, green, or blue.

We previously recommended an older version of this display, the Asus ProArt PA247CV, as a top pick in this guide. Both monitors are fantastic, but the newer PA248CNV offers a larger, more accurate display and a higher charging wattage for only around $40 more, an extra expense that we think is worth paying. If the PA248CNV is out of stock or has jumped in price when you’re shopping, or if you don’t have a high-powered laptop that requires 90 W charging, we recommend getting the PA247CV instead.

That said, the PA248CNV is an especially good monitor for a wide swath of laptop owners. It has a USB-C port with 90 W of charging output, which can charge most laptops at a normal rate, even some higher-powered laptops like the Dell XPS 15 and MacBook Pro. The PA248CNV also has a USB hub with four USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, perfect for connecting more devices to a laptop over the USB-C connection. (We like these ports for adding accessories such as webcams and wireless mouse dongles.)

We also like the ProArt PA248CNV’s stand, which is sturdy and fully adjustable. You can tilt or swivel the monitor, lift it up or push it down, and rotate it into portrait mode. A small clip on the back of the stand helps with cable management, as well.

Like all of our picks in this guide, the PA248CNV is a 24-inch IPS display. We measured a contrast ratio of 1017:1, which makes images with variation between light and dark look realistic and vibrant. The monitor can reach 300 nits of brightness, about the threshold for getting a good-looking picture in a typical office with some sunlight.

This monitor has accurate-enough color for most uses, especially for those writing documents, making presentations, and doing other office work. This is where the grayscale accuracy factors in—when you’re staring at a blank page wondering how to start that paragraph, at least you won’t be noticing a strange red tint that sends you down a Google rabbit hole and further delays that project you were supposed to turn in last week. Luckily, this display is exceptionally color-accurate, even better than our previous Asus ProArt pick. It even rivals our upgrade pick in some areas, though the Dell monitor still wins out for creatives because it offers more adjustability in calibrating the display in professional settings. The table below outlines the color accuracy of this monitor in comparison with our other picks.

The ProArt PA248CNV also has a few extra features that are nice, such as a 75 Hz display with FreeSync. This makes the monitor marginally better for casual gaming, as movement and animations seem smoother than on a typical 60 Hz display. If you’re gaming online or playing more competitively, you should choose a display with at least 144 Hz.

For those who are considering a multi-monitor setup, the ProArt PA248CNV also supports daisy-chaining up to four displays. One DisplayPort cable connects your desktop to your first monitor, and then you can run a cable directly out of that monitor to the next one. You can link up to four PA248CNV units together this way (though you can’t mix in other monitor models). This flexibility is great if your desktop has only one DisplayPort, and it can reduce the nest of cables coming from your PC.

Asus covers the PA248CNV with its Zero Bright Dot policy: The company will swap out your monitor if any stuck bright pixels appear on the display during the three-year warranty period. One of the best warranties in the industry, this policy helps guard against one of the most annoying monitor defects.

If you’ve been reading our other monitor guides lately, you might notice that this is the 24-inch version of the top pick in our guide to the best 27-inch monitors. Although many home-use displays under $500 have fallen short of their advertised color accuracy, contrast, and brightness in our tests, we’ve found that the ProArt line often lives up to its claims (or at least gets much closer than the competition). It also prioritizes features that are essential, such as USB-C charging for laptop owners and sturdy, adjustable stands.

We generally like this monitor and haven’t found issues with it. However, as we mention in our How we picked and tested section, if you’re planning on using this monitor as your main work display, you might want to consider a higher-resolution 27-inch monitor. (Our top pick in our guide to the best 27-inch monitors is just a larger, higher-resolution version of this same monitor.) On that kind of monitor, you have more screen space, and text is a bit sharper and easier to read. But if you’re already working on a 1080p laptop screen or monitor and satisfied with the image quality, that’s great! The Asus ProArt PA248CNV will be a quality replacement or upgrade.

Aspect ratio refers to the width and height of a screen or image. The 4:3 format dates back to celluloid film and early cinema screens and television sets. Far from being a relic of the past, the 4:3 aspect ratio is still a default format even though cinematography and filmmaking ratios have mostly changed to widescreen. But with some modern filmmakers returning to 4:3, the format is going through a renaissance. So let’s look at all aspects of this ratio!

The aspect ratio tells you about the proportions of an image or a screen. By definition, it refers to the relationship between the width and the height, for example, of a camera, display, or projector. The 4:3 aspect ratio describes a width of four units and a height of three units. These can be inches, lines, or pixels, depending on the object with that aspect ratio.

When you divide the values, that is the width by the height, you get 1.33 (4 divided by 3 is 1.33). In practical terms, you get 1.33 times as much width as height. Imagine taking a picture with a 4:3 camera which you hold horizontally: you"ll fit 1.33 times more into the frame from the left to the right edge of the frame than from the top to the bottom. The equivalent ratio is therefore 1.33:1.

The aspect ratio of 1.33:1 was that of early celluloid film cameras and projectors. Though mathematically the same, the 4:3 format commonly refers to computer and TV screens. When you record an image or motion picture and then display it on a screen with the same aspect ratio, you’ll be able to fill the entire screen without losing any information or having to crop the image.

We, therefore, refer to the 4:3 format also as fullscreen, though a 4:3 screen cannot display all aspect ratios filling the screen without zooming, cropping, or leaving black bars. Widescreen is what we perceive as the opposite since the width of that ratio is noticeably larger than its height. In fact, 1.78 times wider: the widescreen format’s aspect ratio is 16:9, resulting in 1.78:1 (16 divided by 9 is 1.78).

When we talk about digital formats, we use the term resolution to describe both absolute and relative sizes. The higher the resolution, the more individual pixels will make up one horizontal line and one vertical column of the image, defining the width and the height in absolute terms and often in the thousands of pixels. But the aspect ratio is still there in the relationship between the width and the height.

Old computer monitors have a 4:3 resolution or screen size. The following is a brief overview of common 4:3 screen resolutions:RESOLUTIONTOTAL PIXELSDESIGNATION640 ✕ 480307,200VGA

Some older models today still use the XGA fullscreen resolution of 1024 ✕ 768 pixels, but the most widespread resolution on laptops and screens is 1920 ✕ 1080 or Full HD, which is a widescreen format. In terms of TV sets and digital screens, 720P is also known as Standard Definition or simply SD (sometimes ‘HD ready’), while 1080P is referred to as Full HD. A resolution of around 4,000 pixels in width is known as 4k, high-definition, or HDTV.

You can use a ratio calculator to learn more about the resolution of various aspect ratios and to calculate absolute width and height in pixels for various formats.

The 4:3 format defined the dimensions of the first 35mm celluloid film and therefore early cinema, as well as the first TV sets. Though 1.33:1 prevailed because of the technology available, it was only a de facto standard, and various formats existed, such as 1.29:1, or as narrow as 1.19:1.

The "talkies" and movies with a soundtrack required a widening of the celluloid to make room for the audio on the film. The image width didn"t change, but the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 1932 defined the aspect ratio of 1.37:1 as "Academy Ratio" or "Academy Aperture" and thus created a standard. For the following two decades, the 4:3 format reigned in Hollywood.

As television evolved in the 1940s and 50s, the TV sets available used the same aspect ratio, though the description wasn"t as technical as 1.33:1 or 1.37:1. The identical 4:3 format could show all existing movies in fullscreen format.

The pan-and-scan technique involved an editor panning over the shot and scanning the most important part of the frame, but the image was cropped left and right. Though viewers rarely minded the lost information, filmmakers objected to this ‘brutalization’ of their cinematography. The letterbox format became a remedy by putting matte or black bars above and below the widescreen image to fit it into a 4:3 aspect ratio.

The distribution of VHS tapes, later laserdisc, then DVD often allowed customers to choose between formats, especially from the 1990s onwards when widescreen televisions became available for home use. Today, 16:9 or a variation of the widescreen format is popular for TV and computer screens alike. Still, 4:3 resize versions continue to exist. Most commercial airlines are fitted with 4:3 entertainment systems and a pan-and-scan version is also known as an ‘airline’ release.

LED and OLED technology in the 21st century resulted in TV sets of nearly any format and widescreen aspect ratios no longer pose a difficulty for home releases. Films on Blu-ray often feature the original aspect ratio and viewers can choose to watch a letterboxed version or resize and zoom into a close-up should their TV set not match the aspect ratio properly.

The 4:3 format today ‘feels’ antiquated to some viewers and they might associate it with TV shows such as sitcoms or game shows intended for broadcast to 4:3 home sets. Yet the modern IMAX format also uses a 4:3 aspect ratio. Technically, the format is 70/15, comprising 70mm film run horizontally instead of vertically through the projector. IMAX screens of 59 by 79 feet (18 by 24 meters) have a 1.33:1 aspect ratio.

A growing number of Hollywood and independent filmmakers are also returning to the 4:3 format. The ‘archaic’ aspect ratio can be an artistic choice that lends a retro feel to the film, which is the case with Jonah Hill’s 2018 skate movie and coming-of-age story mid90s.

Director Wes Anderson is known for his distinct visual style for which the 4:3 format is a perfect match, as his 2014 film, The Grand Budapest Hotel shows. Anderson varies aspect ratios across the film, but most often returns to 4:3.

Other notable examples of the Academy Ratio in modern film include The Mountain by Rick Alverson, in which the filmmaker works the format to block his actors, A Ghost Story by David Lowery, First Reformed by Paul Schrader, and The Artist by Michel Hazanavicius. Then there"s The Lighthouse by Robert Eggers with its odd choice of 1.19:1 aspect ratio.

For the miniseries WandaVision by Jac Schaeffer, set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, director Matt Shakman experimented with aspect ratios based on the narrative. The first episode was filmed in black-and-white in front of a studio audience to mimic 1950s sitcoms. The 4:3 aspect ratio shows Wanda’s world, while anything outside of it is shown in a widescreen aspect ratio (2.39:1).

Zack Snyder’s, Justice League, is another major title that brought back the 4:3 format in a conscious decision. HBO preserved the aspect ratio for the streaming release, though preceded it with a disclaimer about Snyder’s creative vision. The director argued for his choice:“Superheroes tend to be, as figures, they tend to be less horizontal. Maybe Superman when he’s flying, but when he’s standing, he’s more of a vertical. Everything is composed and shot that way, and a lot of the restoration is sort of trying to put that back. Put these big squares back… it’s a completely different aesthetic. It’s just got a different quality and one that is unusual. No one’s doing that.”

Audiences love an immersive theater experience with surround sound and an on-screen presentation that seems to make them part of the action. Then again, most of us consume a lot of streaming video across a range of devices from smart TVs to laptops and mobile phones where we pay less attention to aspect ratios than to screen brightness and color definition. Film formats first changed with varying screen sizes, and as screens got bigger, then smaller again, aspect ratios adapted and will continue to do so.

One of the largest recycling problems faced by most countries comes down to the sheer volume of computer electronics that are obsolete and outdated. With technology advances showing no signs of slowing down, it"s no wonder that businesses and home users are constantly upgrading computer monitors.

When e-waste like monitors isn"t properly handled at the end of its life, then exposure to the natural elements alone can cause many of the toxic materials to break down and evaporate into the air.

But even modern LCD monitors contain many different metals and chemicals that are perfectly safe when they are contained. But even small amounts of them in the open air canseriously damage animals, plants, and humans.

When monitors and other computer electronics are illegally dumped, or they end up at a landfill, then all those metals like lead, mercury, and cadmium can ultimately release due to heat, cold, and moisture exposure.

These are not problems that arise suddenly, and contamination often happens over many years with a gradual accumulation of the toxins. Once there are symptoms, a lot of the damage has often been done, and people can be left with permanent health problems.

OK, now that you know that those old monitors in the garage or basement could be a health hazard and that the right thing to do is to recycle computer monitors, it"s time to go through this simple process.

Make sure that your old computer monitors are safely placed in your trunk so that they avoid falling or rolling around. Those external plastics won"t stand up to much force, and you can quickly damage internal components that contain the heavy metals.

If you live in the San Francisco Bay Area, then you can bring your old e-waste to the GreenCitizen recycling facility. The company has years of experience in recycling electronic devices and offers competitive rates.

The recycling process for computers and monitors starts with carefully taking apart the electronics into their individual components. There are plenty of plastics, and then there"s the glass and multiple circuit boards.

While they might not take care of the overall breakdown of the materials, many of them do offer to take back old computer monitors, printers, hard drives, phones, and laptops for free or a nominal fee.

LGoffers a simple process where you can find a drop-off site near you or mail your monitor in at your own expense. The company accepts all electronics that they manufacture, and they partner with some of the largest recycling companies.

Many major electronics stores now offer a recycling program where you can drop off computers, laptops, TVs, monitors, and anything electrical that you bought there.

Stapleshave a drop-off point in their stores where you can bring pretty much any old computer equipment for free. This is mainly for consumer products and other electronic devices, but it does exclude large kitchen and household appliances.

This should be your first option if you have computer monitors that are relatively modern and still in working order. Many charities and Goodwill stores will happily accept electronics that could help out people with little financial means.

If you"re in the San Francisco Bay Area and have some old monitors from personal home use, then GreenCitizen offers a free drop-off service . And the process couldn"t be any easier.

If you"re not within driving distance of GreenCitizen, you can still opt for ourfree and fee recycling program. What you need to do is separate the free to recycle items and place those electronic devices in a separate box.

Then weigh the fee items and fill out the mail-in recycling form. All that"s left is to pay the fee online and receive the shipping instructions. You can then use your preferred shipping company to have your old computer monitors and other equipment sent to the recycling center.

Yes, old CRT monitors can be recycled. In most cases, it"s not possible to reuse them with modern computers, but they contain toxic metals that should end up in the trash or landfill.

The penalty for not recycling old computer monitors is different from state to state and county to county. In many cases, it ranges from $50 to several hundred dollars, which should be enough incentive not to throw it in the trash.

Yes, a monitor can store data. This is typically more common with smart TVs, but some monitors also have similar functions that could store login details for streaming services. It"s important that you use a data destruction service for such devices.

Blue light emissions, display flicker and glare are some of the factors that cause CVS. ASUS monitors featuring ASUS Eye Care Technology ensure comfortable viewing, while caring your eyes at the same time.

High-energy blue-violet light in the 415 – 455 nm band of the light spectrum is capable of damaging the human eye. It can be particularly harmful to the lens and retina, and exposure may result in myopia and macular degeneration.

The blue light emitted from monitors can cause eye strain, headaches and even sleep disorders. Children are more susceptible to eye damage because the crystalline lens in their eye is less effective in filtering blue light, raising the risk of age-related macular degeneration.

Onscreen flicker bombards the eye with drastic brightness changes in milliseconds. These changes in light intensity cause the pupil to expand and contract, causing eye fatigue, strain and headaches.

Whether you’re looking for a monitor for work or play, ASUS has a wide range of monitors that cater to different needs. The latest ASUS monitors feature ASUS Eye Care or Eye Care Plus technologies to protect your eyes — ensuring safe and comfortable viewing experiences.

TÜV Rheinland-certified ASUS Flicker Free technology uses Smart Dynamic Backlight Adjustment to reduce flicker. This technology helps prevent low brightness levels that lead to high-speed flashing of the LED backlight, which in turn helps minimize instances of eyestrain that can result when using the monitor for long periods. The result is a more comfortable extended viewing experience.

Color Augmentation mode helps users with a color-vision deficiency differentiate colors. This mode lets you customize onscreen reds, greens, yellows and blues into hues that are easier to distinguish, improving the viewing experience.

ASUS monitors feature a smart ergonomic design that offers full tilt, pivot, swivel and height adjustments to ensure that you can achieve a more natural and comfortable viewing position.

All ASUS Low Blue Light Monitors feature an easily accessible onscreen display (OSD) menu that allows you to access four different Blue Light Filter settings onscreen.

TÜV Rheinland-certified ASUS Flicker Free technology uses Smart Dynamic Backlight Adjustment to reduce flicker. This technology helps prevent low brightness levels that lead to high-speed flashing of the LED backlight, which in turn helps minimize instances of eyestrain that can result when using the monitor for long periods. The result is a more comfortable extended viewing experience.

ASUS monitors feature a smart ergonomic design that offers full tilt, pivot, swivel and height adjustments to ensure that you can achieve a more natural and comfortable viewing position.

Having a balanced diet that includes green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, nuts, fish and carrots gives you Omega-3, Vitamins A, C and E — all vital for healthy eyes.