The best monitors, according to hackers
14 monitors recommended in Hacker News comments over the past year, ranked by how many separate people recommend each one.
- Most recommendedApple Studio Display65 people recommend it
- Built to lastApple 30-inch Cinema Displayowners report a median of 23 years
- Least regretDell UltraSharp monitor15 recommend, 2 criticize
All monitors
- Apple Studio DisplayPraised for sharp text, high pixel density, and color accuracy, and for working smoothly with Macs. Main caveat: it is expensive and the standard model has a 60Hz refresh rate.65recommend
- Dell UltraSharp 52 Thunderbolt Hub MonitorPeople recommend it for native resolution with no scaling, a built-in KVM for switching between systems, and text sharp enough for all-day reading. Critics say the 52-inch size is hard on ergonomic viewing.27recommend
- LG UltraFine Evo 6K monitorRecommended for sharp 6K text and productivity use, but critics most often report uneven brightness, color uniformity, and units that failed.17recommend
- Apple Pro Display XDRRecommended for sharp, dense 6K picture quality, HDR headroom and productivity work; critics most often mention the 60Hz refresh rate.16recommend
- LG UltraFine 5KOwners praise its sharp 5K display and long life, but several report failing rear USB ports and display problems with some Mac setups.16recommend
- Dell UltraSharp monitorPeople recommend Dell UltraSharp monitors for calibrated panels that are comfortable for long sessions and reliable over years.15recommend
- ASUS ProArt PA32QCVA 32-inch 6K monitor with about 220 PPI, praised for sharp text and coding; the most common caveat is its 60Hz refresh rate.10recommend
- LG 38-inch ultrawide monitorOwners praise its ultrawide size for coding and multitasking, and many still use it daily after close to ten years. One critic said rearranging windows took more time than working.9recommend
- Dell UltraSharp U4025QWPraised for picture quality, size, Thunderbolt connectivity and a built-in KVM for a Mac and two PCs. Caveat: some units have coil whine.9recommend
- Kuycon G32PRecommended for its 32-inch 6K screen, image quality and value, especially for programming and technical work.8recommend
- BenQ RD280UGRecommended for its 3:2 aspect ratio, which gives extra vertical room for programming work. One critic wished its pixel density matched the 27-inch 5K Studio Display.7recommend
- Dell P2415QPeople recommend it for sharp 4K text with 200% scaling on Linux and a desk-friendly size. The most common caveat is that many websites now assume a narrower width, so its usefulness has declined.7recommend
- Asus ProArt DisplayRecommended for better specs and color volume than rivals at its price. Critics mention blooming on bright content, screen flashing, and mixed build quality.7recommend
- Apple 30-inch Cinema DisplayPeople recommend it for its long lifespan, with some units still working after two decades and a well-regarded design. Its backlight wears over time, causing uneven colors, and it is dim by modern standards.5recommend