dual monitor setup

[jddem]

I will be running
i7 5820K
32 GB ddr4
980 GTX

I would like to run 2 monitors (extended desktop)
Primary purpose - Video editing
Secondary - TV/ movies + gaming (would I be able to use both? wouldnt the space betweeen monitors be a problem on FPS games)

What size (inches) and resolution would you recommend?



I currently have 1 - 24" AOC 2450Swd (worth keeping?)

 

[Sammyjo20]

It should work fine. That set-up looks amazing.

For Resolution: It's really up to you. To make it look it's best, get two of the same screens.

You could buy the same monitor again as the second screen.

- Sam

 

[jddem]

do you feel the specs of my existing monitor are sufficient given my purposes? I get over whelmed with all the reviews and specs, etc.

 

[Sammyjo20]

I think it's fine personally but there are many monitors out there

 

[k1114]

Monitors really haven't changed much. That's still as relevant as current monitors. A lot of games will not play well with 2. Since that's the case, it really doesn't hurt to have a different monitor instead of buying an old one that isn't produced anymore. How much are you looking to spend? Do you want something bigger?

 

[jddem]

actually I found my exact monitor for 139 (staples online was only place) and I can use hdmi> DVI for one and DVI for the other.
Thats good for now as my new build far exceeded my original budget (lol)
so I will go with the dual 24" maybe down the line upgrade when they are no longer sufficient

thanks guys

 

[SergeyGeek]

I recommend you to install some multiple monitors software like an Actual Multiple Monitors, it is must have for working in multi-monitor systems. It gives you a independent taskbar with start menu and system tray on both screens, and provide you a great feature "ignore deactivation" that helps you to work on second monitor while you use fullscreen apps without it minimizing.