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The OLED di erence Using an OLED gaming monitor for everyday work and play might seem unorthodox, but these beauties are more versatile than you think. OLED monitors, just like OLED TVs, use this premium display tech to deliver deeper blacks, more vibrant colours, superior contrast, and wide viewing angles. Plus, because they are generally used for gaming, you get faster response times and high screen refresh rates, which can make scrolling and multitasking feel a lot more fluid. OLED gaming monitors can also feature ergonomic designs and adjustable stands to make long hours at your desk a whole lot easier. With higher resolution and HDR10 support, OLED’s stunning image quality is perfect for graphics work and media editing, along with everyday workloads, streaming content, and of course, a banging session of Call of Duty or GTA . Alienware AW3425DW 34" WQHD QD-OLED 240Hz Curved Gaming Monitor • 34” WQHD ultra-wide QD-OLED display Going portable If you're working on the go, lugging a big monitor around isn’t ideal. That’s where portable monitors come in. They’re compact, lightweight, and simple to connect to a laptop, tablet, or other devices. Portables let you expand your workspace wherever you are – at a café, on a train, or in a hotel room. Some are freestanding, while others clip right onto a laptop. Either way, portable monitors make remote work a lot more flexible. MSI PRO MP161 E2 15.6” FHD IPS USB-C Portable Monitor • 15.6” FHD IPS portable display • 60Hz refresh rate • 240Hz refresh rates • 2x HDMI ports/ 1x DisplayPort (DP) • AMD FreeSync Premium • Blue light reduction

When it comes to screen time, a good quality monitor can be the centrepiece of a desktop workspace, or extra screen real estate when plugged into a laptop. Looking to upgrade or add one to your office inventory this EOFY? Here are some top picks. Words Bec Summer MONITORS

A good monitor can make a big difference to how you work, providing plenty of screen space for juggling multiple apps, multitasking, and making everything look sharp and detailed. Most monitors come with a variety of input ports like HDMI,

What to look out for: • Ample display for multitasking across multiple apps and windows.

USB-C, Thunderbolt, and even older ones like VGA. And if it’s missing the port you need, adapters are easy to find. Some monitors can have built-in cameras for video calls, although adding an external webcam is a simple and inexpensive add-on.

• High resolution – Full HD is fine for basic tasks, while 4K and OLED monitors deliver sharper visuals for design or video editing tasks. • A refresh rate of 100Hz or more for smooth visuals when media editing, gaming, or scrolling. Your laptop’s refresh rate must match the monitor’s to unlock its full potential. • Multiple input ports – most monitors support HDMI, DisplayPort, or USB-C connection. USB-C is recommended for modern laptops. • Adjustable stands or ergonomic mounting options to reduce desk space and improve posture.

Dell SE2725H 27" FHD 75Hz Monitor

MSI G32C4X 32" FHD 250Hz Curved Gaming Monitor • 32” FHD VA 1500R curved display • 250Hz refresh rates • HDR10 • 2x HDMI ports/ 1x DP • AMD FreeSync Premium

Samsung Odyssey G51C 32” QHD 165Hz Gaming Monitor • 32” QHD VA display • 165Hz refresh rate • HDR10 • 1x HDMI ports/ 1x DP • Swivel base

• 27” FHD display • 75Hz refresh rate

• 1x HDMI port/ 1x VGA • Built-in power supply unit • Wide viewing angle

• 1x HDMI port/ 2x USB-C • Built-in 1.5W speakers • Slim and lightweight

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