Question VESA mount compatibility with Dell UltraSharp P2419H

[haanijj]

Hi everyone, I’m planning to mount my Dell UltraSharp P2419H monitor (weight approx. 3.51 kg, source: lapstore.de) using a dual arm VESA mount. The user manual for the P2419H states (see page 38, source: Dell manual PDF) that the mount should have a minimum weight capacity of 13.04 kg for this model. I’m looking at a VESA mount that supports 10 kg per arm (link: Amazon mount).

Given the monitor’s actual weight is well below 10 kg, but the manual recommends a minimum capacity of 13.04 kg, is it safe or advisable to use this 10 kg mount? Or should I stick to mounts rated 13 kg and above as per the manual? Thanks in advance for any advice!

 

[Darkbreeze]

The specs for the mount are generally well underestimated, for obvious reasons. I don't see any reason why that mount wouldn't be sufficient for your purposes so long as you make sure you are mounting into a framing stud and not just into the drywall.

 

[haanijj]

The specs for the mount are generally well underestimated, for obvious reasons. I don't see any reason why that mount wouldn't be sufficient for your purposes so long as you make sure you are mounting into a framing stud and not just into the drywall.

Actually its the type of mount that will be clamped to my desk (~2cm thick). And it's a dual monitor mount (the limit is 10 kg per arm). I'll also have a Samsung Odyssey G5 C27G54TQWR (27in curved monitor) attached to the mount.

 

[Darkbreeze]

Even so, those are relatively small monitors. The more important consideration should be whether they are capable of actually mounting two monitors of the size you intent to use. And if I'm being honest, I really dislike those mount to desk type mounts. I've used a couple of them in the past and found them to suck. If it's at all possible to use a wall mount, you'd be MUCH happier but of course this is only if you have a mountable location and are intending for it to be at least semi-permanent.

I realize it indicates "up to 27"" however in this case you'll end up with very little maneuverability and you might want to seriously just consider getting one that will support up to 32" so that you have a bit more room to make adjustments as desired.