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Unifying video and audio connections in a single HDMI cable may have simplified home theater setups for the majority of people, but some of us home theater masters and PC power users still find ways to complicate things. For example, if you want to send a single video source to multiple TVs or monitors, you’ll need to use an HDMI splitter, which duplicates or “mirrors” from a single HDMI “in” connection, and provides multiple HDMI “out” ports so you can plug in many displays. Of course, HDMI splitters can cost as little as a few dollars or run into the hundreds. They can offer a wide range of different capabilities depending on your needs. A quick search on your favorite shopping site will also reveal that there are a lotof them to choose from, which can make it tricky and frustrating to find a good one. We’ve collected some of the best HDMI splitters for dual monitors, and more, currently available right so you don’t need to guess which one will work well.

Unlike 4K TVs or gaming monitors, there isn’t a library of in-depth professional reviews on HDMI splitters for dual monitors that you can quickly turn to for trusted recommendations. Luckily, I’ve covered A/V gear for publications like Engadget, Popular Mechanics, and Reviewed, so I can step in and make some recommendations based on personal experience and hands-on time using them. In addition to my own testing, I turned to user impressions from comment sections and feedback in enthusiast forums so I could learn more about the quirks of each individual product.

Before you buy an HDMI splitter for dual monitors, you should have a plan. This is a specific little accessory that does a very specific thing. If you don’t have a device, like a game console, cable box, or PC, that you want to show on multiple monitors simultaneously, you should hold off on buying this until such a need arises.

If you are looking for a device that allows you to plug multiple devices into a single HDMI port, you’re actually looking for an HDMI switcher, rather than a splitter. There’s also a wide range of HDMI adapters that convert signals to different kinds of ports. We totally understand if you got mixed up: Terms like splitter, switch, or adapter are sometimes used interchangeably, but they refer to completely different things. It certainly doesn’t help that HDMI switchers often come up in search results for HDMI splitters, and vice versa.

Like we said, a lot of people, including manufacturers and retailers, play it fast and loose with A/V terms like “HDMI splitters.” Technically, HDMI splitters turn one HDMI signal into many identical HDMI signals. It’s HDMI end-to-end, and all they can do is mirror the screen.

That said, there is also a category of HDMI adaptersthat can plug into a laptop via USB Type-A, USB-C, or Mini DisplayPort, and output to two monitors. These adapters willgive you a more robust set of display options, including an extended desktop across multiple displays. (They can also mirror your laptop across multiple displays.) Usually, these accessories will be called adapters, because they take one connection type and convert it into another. In some cases, they will also be called HDMI splitters, either because that’s what people expect them to be called, or because they want to make our lives harder.

We realize that there is a very real possibility that you’re actually looking for an HDMI adapter that can serve as a splitter so you can plug your laptop into a dual-monitor setup. Rest assured: We have recommendations for both conventional HDMI splitters and various adapters that output video to two HDMI ports.

HDMI splitters are fairly simple devices but they don’t all have the same capabilities. First and foremost, figure out how many video-out ports you need. Personally, I’d suggest mapping out your exact setup, including the positions of each monitor or TV and the video source, as well as a cable management plan for your HDMI cables.

All of this also applies to HDMI adapters that can output dual-HDMI signals. Most adapters will not be able to handle the same bandwidth as a direct HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 1.4 connection. Refresh rates, in particular, will likely take a pretty serious hit going through an adapter. On the plus side, most HDMI adapters we’re aware of will take power from your laptop, so there’s no need to plug them in independently.

Our recommendations for the best HDMI splitters range from basic and inexpensive options to pricier, more capable devices for advanced home theaters or commercial setups. Whether you’re looking to feed video to two displays or eight, you’re sure to find a solution here to meet your needs and make sure the equipment mounted on your sturdy workstation works its best.

Why it made the cut:OREI’s UHD-PRO102 does almost everything we want in an HDMI splitter, supporting high resolutions and scaling automatically in a compact, affordable package.

It costs a little more than a basic HDMI splitter, but the OREI UHD-PRO102 HDMI Splitter is still fairly inexpensive and offers just about all of the capabilities you’ll need if you’re simply looking for a splitter with two HDMI outs. It supports resolutions up to 4K at 60Hz and automatically scales your video source to match the resolution of each screen. It requires independent power via Micro USB, and OREI does include a wall adapter, which isn’t a given with some of the cheapest splitters.

Why it made the cut: An upgraded version of our top overall pick, the OREI UHDPRO-104 matches does all the same things right, while adding support for two more displays.

If you need to mirror more than two displays, OREI also makes an equally effective 4-output version of our top overall pick. The OREI UHDPRO-104 offers all of the same key specs as the dual HDMI-out version, including support for 4K at 60Hz along with automatic scaling to match your TV’s resolution and, just like the OREI UHD-PRO102, it’s powered via Micro USB with a wall adapter included in the package. As you’d expect, this one is larger than the two-out model, but it is about as compact as a 4-output splitter can be and you shouldn’t have any trouble tucking it away out of sight. It’s also substantially more expensive but, again, you’ll be able to mirror twice as many displays.

If you need to split your image among eight displays, Tripp Lite makes the splitter for the job. It’s considerably more expensive than the others but it’s also capable of outputting a video source to eight screens in 4K at up to 60Hz. It’s a suitably heavy-duty unit with all-metal construction, and it even comes with mounting hardware if you want to attach it to a wall or a desktop.

One small issue, considering the expense: Tripp Lite recommends you keep the HDMI cables to no longer than 15 feet to ensure the best performance. Even with that issue, though, it’s a small compromise to make if you want to get your image on eight screens at once.

While it may feel like overkill, Targus’ USB-C Dual 4K HDMI adapter is a stellar, relatively affordable USB hub that can both mirror your laptop display or “extend” it across multiple monitors. There are plenty of dedicated USB-C-to-HDMI adapters out there, but many of them come with caveats: Some either limit 4K playback to 30Hz. Others only support Windows. Meanwhile, Targus’ portable hub turns a single video-enabled USB-C port into two HDMI ports that support 4K at 60Hz, plus two standard USB 3.1 ports, an Ethernet port, and both SD and Micro SD card readers. Only one of the USB ports supports fast-charging, which is annoying because you’ll need to remember which one, but you’re adding a ton of functionality to your laptop, and it only costs a little bit more than a simple USB-C-to-HDMI adapter.

Why it made the cut:While it has a few drawbacks, this adapter from C2G is a better option than standard USB adapters for Mini DisplayPort-enabled devices.

Have a laptop with a Mini DisplayPort but no video-capable USB-C port? This adapter from C2G will let you easily mirror or extend your display and should give you better performance than an adapter that simply relies on standard USB. Unfortunately, while it supports mirroring across all laptops, it can only output extended displays on Windows systems. The company also notes that the adapter may require external power by plugging it into a spare USB port on your computer “in some instances.”

The Avedio Links HDMI Splitter might be inexpensive, but it will easily get the job done for anyone that doesn’t have especially demanding needs. It’s small enough to easily be tucked away, and it’s USB-powered, which means you can use either a wall adapter (which isn’t included) or a spare USB port if you have one. The two HDMI outs will handle video up to 4K, although the splitter only supports 30Hz at that resolution—you’ll need to drop down to 1080p for 60Hz.

Any HDMI splitter will let you use two monitors, but it will only mirror the image on both displays. To “extend” your display, or expand your desktop to span two monitors, you will need to use an adapter or USB-C hub that converts video out from a compatible port, such as a Thunderbolt or DP Alt Mode-enabled USB-C port, or Mini DisplayPort, to a dual-HDMI connection.

Depending on your computer, you may also simply be able to connect two monitors using two separate ports. Most desktops, particularly gaming PCs, support multiple DisplayPort and HDMI connections. Some laptops may feature a single HDMI and a video-capable USB-C port.

At this point, most HDMI splitters (or adapters) can output your PC to multiple screens at up to 4K resolution, so you shouldn’t lose any visual fidelity. That said, most splitters and adapters will cap and reduce your PC’s refresh rate to 30 or 60Hz, which may be well below your PC and monitors’ capabilities.

An HDMI splitter takes the signal from a single source (like a streaming device, game console, or 4K Blu-ray player) and sends it to TVs or monitors, so you can watch the same image on many screens at once.

Clearly, HDMI splitters can be a very confusing topic, but sometimes you just need one. Whether you’re actually looking for a proper HDMI splitter or an adapter to create a dual-monitor setup with a compatible laptop, make sure you figure out exactly what you want before you buy anything. It is especially easy to buy the wrong thing and get discouraged or frustrated, so we hope our guide to HDMI splitters for dual monitors has helped clear the confusion.

Most computers have the built-in ability to power a second screen. First, find the HDMI or DisplayPort socket on your laptop or desktop. If you own an older computer, you might be looking for a white DVI or a blue VGA socket instead. All four types of ports let you connect your computer to a television, projector, or other secondary screen.

If your computer has one of these ports, all you’ll need is the proper cable. However, some thinner and lighter laptop models lack a compatible port. For those, you may have to add an adapter into the mix.

For example, slimmed-down laptops like Apple’s MacBook Air and Google’s Pixelbook rely on USB-C ports for data transfer, charging, and video output. A few monitors do accept USB-C, but not all do. In that case, you’ll need an adapter to covert USB-C to HDMI (like this $16.99 dongle) or to DisplayPort (such as this $9.85 adapter cable) before you can plug the laptop into your monitor.

Some computers will require other dongles. Take Microsoft’s Surface Pro 5: it includes a Mini DisplayPort that accepts a Mini DisplayPort-to-DisplayPort cable (like this $10.99 one), which will, in turn, plug into any monitor with a DisplayPort. Alternatively, if you prefer an HDMI monitor, you could connect the Surface to a Mini DisplayPort-to-HDMI dongle (such as this $5.99 adapter), then a standard HDMI cable.

You won’t necessarily have to buy your second screen. If you’ve got an old monitor lying around the house, see if it will work with your laptop or desktop computer before getting rid of it. Even if it’s a bit dated by today’s standards, you should be able to find an adapter to help. This will help you avoid spending any money on your extra display.

Still, you may have to buy new gear to complete your second-screen setup. Now that you’ve checked your computer’s ports, you’ll need a monitor that matches them—or that can be made to do so with a suitable adapter. Ideally, look for monitors with USB-C, HDMI, or DisplayPort inputs, as these are the most common modern standards.

Once you’ve decided on the correct input, you can check other specs, such as screen size, resolution, and price. Bigger, higher-resolution screens will give you more room for your movies, spreadsheets, and video games, but they inevitably cost more, too. It’s up to you where you want to make the compromise, but you’ll generally want to go for the biggest, highest-resolution screen your budget can accommodate.

If you’re on a laptop, though, be aware that powering more pixels will take more graphics processing power and therefore use up more battery life. In other words, the bigger the second display, the bigger the drain on your battery.

Other specifications to look out for include contrast ratios (the difference between the white and black pixels), response time (how quickly the screen responds to your inputs), and viewing angles (from how acute of an angle you can see the screen). As usual, online reviews are the best way to measure the quality of a display. That said, Dell and LG have a particularly good reputation for their screens.

Setup is extremely easy: As soon as you plug in a second monitor, your computer will recognize it without requiring any extra software or a complicated setup process. You can, however, take a few optional steps to configure it exactly as you like it. The exact process will depend on your computer’s operating system.

On Windows, tap Windows+P to switch between four display modes: PC screen only (only the original computer screen is active), Duplicate (your two screens show the same thing), Extend (your two screens act as one large display), or Second screen only (the external monitor is the only active one). Most of the time, you’ll want the Extend option, which will allow you to open apps and windows independently on both screens. To further configure your second display, open the Start menu, click the Settings icon (the cog symbol), and choose System, followed by Display. From here, you can configure the brightness, resolution, and orientation of both screens. If you’re using two displays as one extended screen, you can also use this menu to set which monitor will be on the left and which on the right.

Over on macOS, open the Apple menu, choose System Preferences, and then click Displays. Under the Arrangement tab (which will only appear once you’ve connected to a second screen), you can change the relative positions of your displays—which one is on the left screen and which is on the right. Using the Mirror Displays checkbox, you can also switch between mirrored mode (the two screens act as duplicates) and extended mode (the two screens act as one display). In addition, you can set the screen resolution from this same menu.

If you’re on a Chrome OS computer, click the information panel in the lower right-hand corner (where the clock is). Then select the cog icon, go to the Settings panel, and choose Displays. From this menu, you can configure whether the second display acts as an extension or a duplicate of the first one, set the resolution and orientation of your displays, and position them in virtual space.

When you’re done, sit back and enjoy using your second screen. If you’re operating in extended mode, you can drag program windows between displays and maximize them on either screen. And whenever you disconnect or switch off the second monitor, your operating system will automatically revert back to its default configuration.

Check the specifications of your laptop for information regarding the number of displays it can support and the type of connections the laptop has available, such as HDMI, USB, Thunderbolt, etc.

Typically, there will be at least one connection available from the laptop for another display such as HDMI or VGA. You can connect your first external monitor to this connection to get a second display.

For a third display, you will typically need a docking station to add more ports to the laptop. There are universal docking stations that will work with most systems.

You may also need to install drivers onto the computer for the dock to fully function. The dock may include an installation CD, otherwise please refer to the manufacturer’s website for downloadable drivers.

You will now see three monitors available to select and arrange. Scroll down until you see the Multiple displayssection to ensure that you have it set to Extend these displays to extend the display across the monitors.

Return to the Select and rearrange displays area and select the Identify button. A large number will appear on each display to correspond to the display settings numbers to identify each monitor. This will help with arranging the monitors in the settings to ensure they are extending properly between laptop and external monitors.

You may be able to connect one or more external displays to your Mac (you may need a video cable or adapter for each display). See the Apple Support article Adapters for the Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C port.

For each display, securely connect a video cable (and adapter, if necessary) from a video output port on your Mac to the video input port on the display. See About the video ports.

You can connect one or more external displays, depending on your Mac.For Mac computers with the Apple M1 Chip: You can connect a single external display to your Mac. Docks don’t increase the number of displays you can connect. On a Mac mini with M1 chip, you can connect a second display to the HDMI port. See the Apple Support article Mac computers with Apple silicon.

For Mac computers with Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C): You can connect a single display to each port. If you connect multiple Thunderbolt devices to each other, the Thunderbolt 3 display must be the last device in the chain. If your Thunderbolt 3 display has USB ports, those can be used for data and power.

For Mac computers with Mini DisplayPort, Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2: You can connect up to two displays. If the displays themselves have Thunderbolt ports, you can connect one display to another and then connect one of the displays to a Thunderbolt port on your Mac. If your Mac has two Thunderbolt ports, you can connect each display to separate Thunderbolt ports on your Mac. A DisplayPort device must be the last device in a chain of connected Thunderbolt devices. See Connect a display, TV or projector to Mac.

For Mac computers with Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) and HDMI ports: You can connect up to four external displays to your Mac, depending on your Mac model. See the Apple Support article Connect a display to your Mac.

Note:Only the device directly connected to your Mac receives power from the computer’s Thunderbolt port. The other devices in the chain must be powered by separate power adapters.

You can arrange your displays in any configuration to create an extended desktop. For example, you can set your external display side by side with your Mac to create one large continuous desktop.

If more than two displays are connected to your Mac, you can specify that some displays use mirroring (showing the entire desktop) and other displays show the extended desktop (displaying the desktop across two or more displays). For example, if you have three displays, you can have two displays showing the same information and the third display showing the extended desktop.Press and hold the Option key and drag one display icon onto another display icon to mirror those two displays.

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If you experience the problem of external monitors, such as abnormal display or audio is not working, please refer to the troubleshooting in this article.

If you don’t experience the issue after restarting your computer, the external device may be the cause of the problem. We recommend that you do not use this device and contact your device manufacturer for support.

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Re-install the AC adapter and battery, then power on the computer and check whether the problem is resolved or not. If the problem persists, please continue to the next chapter for troubleshooting.

Note: Some models possess both two graphics (so-called integrated & dedicated graphics, such as Intel & NVIDIA) and both can be seen in Device Manager. We suggest that you can follow step 2 and 3 to uninstall each graphics driver.

If the problem persists after all troubleshooting steps are completed. Please backup your personal files, then reset the PC to back to its original configuration. Here you can learn more about:

If you don’t experience the issue after restarting your computer, the external device may be the cause of the problem. We recommend that you do not use this device and contact your device manufacturer for support.

Note: Please don’t remove the AC adapter for ASUS laptop TP420IA and UX425IA model. (These models need to plug in the AC adapter to do the Hard reset process.)

Re-install the AC adapter and battery, then power on the computer and check whether the problem is resolved or not. If the problem persists, please continue to the next chapter for troubleshooting.

Note: Some models possess both two graphics (so-called integrated & dedicated graphics, such as Intel & NVIDIA) and both can be seen in Device Manager. We suggest that you can follow step 2 and 3 to uninstall each graphics driver.

If the problem persists after all troubleshooting steps are completed. Please backup your personal files, then reset the PC to back to its original configuration. Here you can learn more about:

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It"s common in many offices to see employees with two monitors sitting side-by-side on their desks. Multiple monitors can be useful for staying up to date with data displayed -- often in real-time -- on one screen, and more routine tasks like email and word processing on a second display. Creative users often like to view video and graphics files at full size on a dedicated display, while editing apps and other tools are available on a neighboring display. And some people just need two monitors for two computers, perhaps using a laptop and a desktop PC side-by-side.

But why have two monitors on your desk, when you can just have one? The latest trend in business monitors is for "multitasking" monitors -- large displays that provide enough room to fit several applications or windows on-screen at the same time. If you"re working from home like nearly half of office workers are, you"ll want a monitor that offers a wide view without the clutter of two monitors.

These versatile displays may include additional features, like the ability to create picture-in-picture (PiP) effects, where you concentrate on a primary app that"s displayed in a larger window, while a smaller secondary window lets you keep an eye on information like share prices or emails. Some modern monitors also offer split-screen effects -- also known as picture-by-picture (PbP) -- that allow two computers to share a single screen.

These features work best on larger displays, and the new generation of multitasking monitors generally starts at 32 inches, going all the way up to 49 inches. Even so, these large displays can still take up far less space than a pair of 27-inch screens sitting together on your desk (especially if you"re working from a makeshift office at home).

Samsung promotes the Neo G9 as a high-end gaming monitor, with a high-end specification and price to match. However, this 49-inch curved display works well for more down to earth applications, too. The Neo G9 is referred to as "DQHD" -- that"s dual-QHD, or the equivalent of having two 27-inch monitors with 2560x1440 resolution sitting side by side. That gives you plenty of room to view multiple documents and windows on screen at the same time, so you can work on a spreadsheet or presentation and check your emails, newsfeed and share price updates all at the same time.

The curved screen fills your entire field of view so you can immerse yourself in your work with no distractions, and Samsung"s Quantum Mini-LED technology provides an ultra-smooth 240Hz refresh rate and HDR2000 to provide a sharp, detailed image with bold colors and strong contrast. The display also supports 125% of the sRGB color standard, and 92% of Adobe RGB, so it"ll be useful for a variety of design and graphics applications as well as more routine office work (and gaming).

You can also use the Neo G9 with two devices at the same time, such as a laptop and desktop PC together, and it has a Picture-By-Picture mode that splits the screen in half, so that your two PCs can work side-by-side on the same screen. There"s also a Picture-In-Picture mode that lets you focus most of the screen on one device with the other device displayed in a smaller window in one corner. Other features include both DisplayPort and two HDMI ports for connecting your PCs, two USB ports for your office accessories, and an audio connector for headphones or a set of external speakers.

Acer"s XR range of ultra-wide curved monitors is partly aimed at gamers and video enthusiasts, but also includes features such as picture-in-picture (PiP) and picture-by-picture (PbP) that will allow knowledge workers and power users to connect two computers and view images from both at the same time. The ultra-wide 21:9 aspect ratio is also good for viewing multiple documents and windows.

For video connections, there are two HDMI inputs and DisplayPort in and out, along with two USB 3.0 ports for peripherals. It"s worth noting, though, that the XR382CQK is not a true 4K display, as its unconventional 21:9 aspect ratio has a resolution of 3840 by 1600 (110.9ppi), rather than standard 16:9 3840 by 2160. There are also reports in Acer"s support forum suggesting that Macs don"t take kindly to that aspect ratio for some reason.

BenQ is best-known for affordable monitors and projectors, but it has also moved into creative markets with its DesignVue range of monitors. At $1,199.99, the PD3220U isn"t the cheapest 4K display available, but the 31.5-inch screen provides plenty of room for graphics and video editing and supports 100% of the sRGB color space, as well as 95% of the DCI-P3 standard used in the film industry.

There are two HDMI ports, one DisplayPort, and two Thunderbolt 3 ports, along with a USB hub that provides three USB 3.1 ports. BenQ also provides a "puck" -- a small dial that plugs into the display and allows you to control the on-screen menu system and other functions.

If you want to multitask, you can connect two computers to the display and use the picture-in-picture (PiP) and picture-by-picture (PbP) features to share the screen. You can also rotate the screen by 90-degrees to switch into portrait mode. The PD3220U even includes a built-in KVM switch that lets you share the keyboard, video and mouse between two connected computers. And, if the price or size of the PD3220U is a little over the top, then there"s a 27-inch model for $1,099.99.

Screens bigger than 27 inches used to be something of a luxury -- a status symbol for financial executives, for example. But widespread remote working has changed all that, and increased demand for larger displays has helped to bring prices down. Dell"s new S3221QS is one of the most affordable 31.5-inch displays we"ve seen so far.

There are two HDMI ports and one DisplayPort, and the S3221QS provides a split-screen mode that allows you to use the screen with two computers at the same time. There"s also a picture-in-picture (PiP) mode that uses most of the screen for your main computer, while the image from a second device is displayed in a small window down in one corner. Stereo speakers provide audio output, and there are two USB 3.0 ports for your keyboard, mouse or other accessories.

The UltraSharp 38 U3821DW isn"t the biggest monitor in the range, but its 37.5-screen inch offers near-4K resolution (3840 x 1600, 110.9ppi) with a 21:9 wide-screen aspect ratio that"s ideal for juggling multiple apps and windows on screen at once. It supports 100% of the sRGB color standard, so it works for a wide range of graphics and design applications. It also supports 95% of the DCI-P3 standard for video editing, and while it lacks the true 4K resolution that broadcast professionals will require, the UltraSharp 38 U3821DW will still be more than adequate for editing video for presentations and streaming content.

It"s well connected too, with two HDMI ports, DisplayPort and USB-C, as well as a four-port USB hub with a KVM switch that lets you connect two computers and share a single keyboard and mouse. There"s even an RJ-45 Ethernet port to connect your PC or laptop to a wired network.

We very much liked the Philips 329P9H that we reviewed back in 2019, but that model was fairly expensive for a 32-inch display (and doesn"t currently seem to be available in the US). The newer 346B1C provides a more affordable alternative for office work, priced at a competitive $538.

The 346B1C steps up to an even larger 34-inch display, although the low price means that it can"t offer true 4K resolution. Even so, the 3440-by-1440 resolution (109.7dpi) and wide-screen 21:9 aspect ratio provide plenty of room for running multiple apps side-by-side. It also has a 100Hz refresh rate, anti-glare coating, and low-blue light mode to ease eye strain while you"re working. The display supports 119% of the sRGB color standard, and 90% of Adobe RGB, so it"s well suited to graphics work and editing photos.

The 346B1C is well connected too, with USB-C, HDMI and DisplayPort for video input, along with a three-port USB hub and a KVM switch that will allow you to connect two computers and share a single keyboard and mouse.

Philips makes a number of curved monitors that are designed for gaming and video, but its top-of-the-range 499P9H is aimed at the B2B sector -- particularly financial institutions such as banks and trading floors, where multi-display setups are very common.

The curved design is intended to occupy your entire field of vision, offering "optimal ocular comfort" by eliminating distractions so you can immerse yourself in a world of data. The 48.8-inch display provides 5,120-by-1,440 resolution (109ppi) with the same ultra-wide 32:9 aspect ratio found in similar 49-inch displays (which can be troublesome for Mac users, unfortunately).

But, like Philips" more modestly sized range of "docking monitors", the 499P9H is packed with useful connectivity features, including two HDMI ports and one DisplayPort, as well as a USB-C port that can handle data, video and laptop charging.

There"s also a built-in KVM switch that allows you to control two computers with a single mouse and keyboard, and a "multiview" feature that provides a split-screen option for viewing two computers on-screen at the same time. The Philips 499P9H even has a webcam for video conferencing, and Gigabit Ethernet for connecting to a wired network.

Samsung"s latest M7-series monitor, the 32M7OA, is designed for multitasking, and well-suited for both working and playing at home. Described as a "do it all screen", the M7 provides a 32-inch monitor with 4K resolution (3840 x 2160, 137.7dpi) that can run a variety of office and productivity software. Samsung doesn"t mention the level of support for Adobe RGB or sRGB color standards, so the 32M70A won"t be the best choice for professional-level graphics or video work, but it"s hard to complain when this versatile display costs just $349.99.

The 32M70A scores in other areas too, with impressive connectivity features including two HDMI ports and a USB-C port. Built-in Wi-Fi (802.11ac, Wi-Fi 5) allows the M7 to act as a kind of remote terminal for editing MS Office documents that are stored in the cloud, and there"s Bluetooth 4.2 support too. And when you"ve finished work, the 32M70A includes Samsung"s Smart Hub that effectively turns it into a smart TV for streaming Netflix, HBO and other video services. Support for Apple"s AirPlay lets this multi-faceted monitor stream audio and video from Apple devices, too.

HP"s U32 isn"t as large or fully featured as some of its more expensive wide-screen rivals, but it gets all the basics right, and provides an attractive 4K display that is suitable for a wide range of tasks. The IPS display provides full 4K resolution of 3840x2160, with HDR400 to produce a bright, colorful image, and a blue-light filter to reduce eyestrain when you"re working.

The screen of the U32 is actually 31.5 inches in size, but that"s still plenty of room to view multiple documents and windows on screen, or to perform detailed photo or video editing. It also supports 99% of the sRGB color standard, as well as 98% of the DCI-P3 standard used for video editing, so it"ll be a good choice for designers, vloggers and other content creators. And, unlike some of its larger rivals, the U32 also allows you to pivot the screen, switching between horizontal (landscape) mode and upright (portrait) mode, depending on the type of work you"re doing.

It"s well connected, too, with a USB-C port that allows you to connect your PC and charge a laptop at the same time. You can also take advantage of the display"s built-in USB hub, which provides three USB-A ports for your keyboard, mouse and other office accessories. If your PC doesn"t have USB-C, then the U32 also provides HDMI and DisplayPort connectors too, although these don"t allow you to use the display"s USB ports. The low price means that the U32 doesn"t have any built-in speakers, but there"s an audio output socket so you can use headphones or external speakers if you need to.

Also known by its model number (40WP95C-W) on many online stores, LG"s UltraWide 5K2K display is fairly expensive, but it"s bang-up-to-date with the latest Thunderbolt 4 connectivity. It also boasts a variety of display modes for people who want to work with two PCs at the same time.

As the name suggests, the 40-inch curved display -- or 39.7-inches -- to be precise - has an ultra-wide 21:9 aspect ratio, with "5K2K" resolution of 5120x2160. That"s ideal for working with multiple documents and windows on screen all at the same time. The display includes one Thunderbolt 4 connector, one DisplayPort and two HDMI connectors, so you"ve got plenty of options for connecting your PC.

Like many large monitors, the 5K2K display also allows you to connect two PCs at the same time, with a split-screen Picture-by-Picture mode that allows you to work with both PCs on screen at the same time. However, the 5K2K goes further than many of its rivals, with additional options for managing the screen layout. Along with splitting the screen in half, you can designate a primary PC to occupy the "main screen" with 16:9 aspect ratio, while the second PC occupies a smaller 5:9 "sub-screen." You can also switch the main screen and sub-screen around if you need to take a closer look at one of your PCs. And, if you need even more screen space, there"s a second Thunderbolt 4 port available that allows you to connect an additional display as well.

Throw in a set of built-in speakers, and two-port USB-A hub for your office accessories, and the UltraWide 5K2K is one of the most versatile wide-screen displays currently on offer.

Choosing the right monitor depends on the type of work you"re doing. Business users may only require a large screen that can display multiple documents without any eye candy like HDR and super-fast refresh rates.

In contrast, creative users will need a high-quality display that supports features such as Adobe RGB for accurate color reproduction, or the DCI-P3 color standard that"s used for professional video editing. And, of course, editing 4K video will require a screen that has 4K resolution (3840x2160), and maybe even 5K resolution (5120x2880) in order to provide some extra room for editing tools and controls in your video software.Choose this best large monitorIf you want or are…

The displays that we include in this review cover a wide range of prices, with the less expensive models starting at around $500. These displays are typically 30 to 32 inches in size, making them suitable for small businesses, self-employed people, or for working from home.

At the other end of the spectrum are displays that measure 40 inches or more, and cost as much as $2000. These won"t suit everyone, but they"re ideal for business users who need to immerse themselves in financial data, or engineers, designers or video editors, who need to create and edit detailed, high-resolution images.

However, the large monitors that we review here provide enough screen space that they can display all your apps and documents on a single screen, saving space in your office, and often also costing less than buying two separate displays. And, of course, the space-saving benefits of these displays are particularly useful for the many people who are now working from home.

Moreover, many of these displays also allow you to connect two PCs at the same time -- perhaps a PC and Mac combination for developers, or a laptop and desktop PC for business users.

Connectivity is a key feature too, and many people can benefit from a display that provides a USB-C interface for their PC, along with the older DisplayPort and HDMI interfaces for older PCs. That"s particularly important for laptop users, as a monitor with USB-C will also be able to charge your USB-C laptop as well.

Additionally, many modern displays also include a built-in USB hub that provides additional USB ports for your keyboard, mouse and other accessories. And don"t forget the audio side of things too, as a built-in set of speakers will be useful for many displays that are used for presentations or video editing.

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By connecting the detachable USB-C cable to a source device that supports USB DisplayPort Alt Mode, you can output 4K video and digital audio to a compatible monitor, television or projector without installing special software drivers.

The DisplayPort (DP) output supports true 4K resolutions up to 4096 x 2160 at 30 Hz. The HDMI output supports Ultra HD resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 at 30 Hz. The VGA output supports high-definition resolutions up to 1920 x 1200, including 1080p, at 60 Hz. This docking station also supports 4:4:4 chroma subsampling for top-level PC gaming or using your HDTV as a PC monitor.

By connecting the detachable USB-C cable to a source that supports DisplayPort Single-Stream Transport (SST) or Multi-Stream Transport (MST) mode, you may connect up to three displays simultaneously. This allows you to display the same image on all monitors, extend your host desktop across all with different windows open on each, or combine all into one large display as a video wall. Connect multiple monitors in Extended (4K @ 30 Hz HDMI and 4K @ 30 Hz DP; 1080p HDMI and 1080p VGA; 1080p DP and 1080p VGA; or 720p HDMI, 720p DP and 720p VGA) and Mirror (4K @ 30 Hz HDMI and 4K @ 30 Hz DP; 1080p HDMI and 1080p VGA; 1080p DP and 1080p VGA; or 1080p HDMI, 1080p DP and 1080p VGA) modes. Note: macOS laptops or computers will only extend to one monitor. The others will be mirrored. Additionally, graphic limitation on the source may affect the quantity of monitors the dock can display. The source graphics card provides a limited bandwidth for each display.

Three USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports accept USB peripherals, such as flash drives, mice, keyboards and printers. They support fast data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps and are backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. One also supports BC 1.2 charging with 5V 1.5A (7.5W) of power dedicated to fast-charging your mobile device. Two other ports are USB 2.0. Note: Host must support USB OTG (On-the-Go).

The USB-C port supports Power Delivery (PD) 3.0 charging of connected PD Charging-compliant devices, such as laptops, Kindles, iPads and Android smartphones. Connect the device’s AC wall charger to the USB-C PD port, which supports power input up to 20V 5A (100W). This port, as well as the dock’s other USB-C port, can also be used for transferring data up to 5 Gbps. PD 3.0 Fast Role Swap technology ensures all data and power connections remain stable if the wall charger becomes accidentally dislodged. Note: USB-C PD port does not support Quick Charge (QC).

The RJ45 port offers access to a Gigabit Ethernet network when Wi-Fi is unavailable or when a wired connection offers faster speeds. Connect using a UTP cable (sold separately), and enjoy true 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet speeds for fast data transfers.

The USB-C docking station’s 3.5 mm mini stereo jack is convenient for connecting speakers, headphones or a microphone to your workstation. You can listen to music or record the latest episode of your podcast.

The memory card slots support Micro SD and SD/MMC cards for transferring data to and from your connected computer, laptop or tablet. You can access both slots at the same time.

The plug-and-play USB-C dock is specifically designed for use with Windows laptops and other notebooks, smartphones, tablets and devices equipped with a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port. It requires no extra software to be downloaded or installed. Its compact footprint fits easily into your desk space without taking up much valuable room.

Splitters are supported in DisplayPort connections, for example, which will allow you to use one port on the laptop to connect a number of monitors, although this isn’t a very economical way to do it since it might be a bit expensive.

You might find that occasionally monitors will have an additional port to allow you to connect the signal from your device to each monitor by “daisy chaining” from one monitor to the next, although it’s worth pointing out this isn’t very common.

Alternatively, if you have a hub or a laptop with a DVI, USB-C, Displayport, and HDMI, feel free to mix and match the monitors. Do bear in mind that you’ll need to select the best input for each monitor’s specification so that you get the best refresh rate and resolution out of each one. This is known as the “all-hands-on-deck” strategy.

As technology continues to progress and new standards are created, it’s becoming more frequent to find difficulties in achieving the result you want. This also applies to monitors. The everyday, casual, user might not be familiar with USB-C, Displayport, or HDMI, and it’s not always clear for them. Usually, a task which should essentially be “plug this into this” becomes complex and time consuming. However, don’t let this dissuade you from accomplishing your monitor goal, just make sure you do plenty of research before buying a cable, and make sure it’s the one you need. Once you’ve overcome this, the rest is more or less quite straightforward.