[SOLVED] Best Monitor for Multitasker & Casual Gamer?

[manosteel00]

Hey Guys -

I'm finalizing my plans for an AMD build and am going to refresh my dual HP ZR24W IPS Monitors with something (a lot) more modern.

I work from home full time and my computer is very important to me. Frequently, I have 3 or more applications open so a large format or multi-monitor display is a must. Today, I set one infront of me and the other off to the right since I also game. I would not consider myself a "competitive gamer" but do want to enjoy the technology that my new build brings.

In searching for a new monitor, I'm trying to decide between an ultrawide 49", a 34-38", or two 27". What would you recommend in my case? I'd like to stay under $1,000 total for the monitor but am open to things if there's value.

Thanks!

 

[WildCard999]

Which GPU are you getting?

IPS or VA?

 

[manosteel00]

Which GPU are you getting?

IPS or VA?

Likely a RTX 5700 but I'm open to recommendations.

I don't have a preference between IPS or VA.

 

[WildCard999]

Would 3440x1440P resolution be enough for your work? If so something like this would be good for work & gaming.

PCPartPicker Part List

Monitor: MSI Optix MAG341CQ 34.0" 3440x1440 100 Hz Monitor ($419.00 @ B&H)
Total: $419.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-09-09 10:15 EDT-0400

 

[manosteel00]

Ended up going with a 2080 card. I am thinking about going with this since it has better specs, thoughts?

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Alienwa...ics&sprefix=dell+alien,electronics,157&sr=1-1

 

[WildCard999]

Ended up going with a 2080 card. I am thinking about going with this since it has better specs, thoughts?

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Alienware-Monitor-Resolution-Overclocked/dp/B0777RY75V/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2SHU8ZOJ2OKFD&keywords=dell+alienware+aw3418dw&qid=1568058168&s=electronics&sprefix=dell+alien,electronics,157&sr=1-1

That monitor is nice and will work well with the 2080 but did you get a regular 2080 or the 2080 Super?

You can often find the 2080 Super for not much more then the 2080 and it closes the gap between the 2080 & 2080 ti.
https://pcpartpicker.com/products/video-card/#c=427,448&sort=price&page=1

 

[manosteel00]

Ended up going with this GPU since I am doing a white case build, but if I'd be a lot better off with a Super I can return it.

https://www.amazon.com/Gigabyte-Gra...ds=2080+super&qid=1568061728&s=gateway&sr=8-6

 

[WildCard999]

Ended up going with this GPU since I am doing a white case build, but if I'd be a lot better off with a Super I can return it.

https://www.amazon.com/Gigabyte-Gra...ds=2080+super&qid=1568061728&s=gateway&sr=8-6

I'd return it, plus the silver on the 2080S should still look good in a white build.

 

[manosteel00]

I'd return it, plus the silver on the 2080S should still look good in a white build.

Ok - will do. Now the question is should I pick up the AW widescreen or try to pick up a ASUS PG35VQ? Looks like people have them but I can't find any for sale.

 

[WildCard999]

Ok - will do. Now the question is should I pick up the AW widescreen or try to pick up a ASUS PG35VQ? Looks like people have them but I can't find any for sale.

Doesn't look like it's out yet and the Acer version is really expensive...
https://pcpartpicker.com/products/monitor/#r=344001440&D=200000,240000

Considering the price I'd stick with 120hz with Gsync.