10 best monitors for the eyes

As a rule, external monitors are used at home or in the office. But sometimes the specifics of the work forces you to be constantly on the move, and additional virtual space is still necessary. In such a situation, a portable monitor like the MB16AC from ASUS will save you. Externally, the device resembles a huge tablet with a 15.6-inch display. You can’t call the device bulky: the dimensions are 360x226x8 mm, and the weight is only 0.78 kg. This is quite comfortable to carry in a bag with a laptop. The display is covered with a built-in cover, which also acts as a stand with adjustments for the degree of inclination and screen orientation. The picture is output through one USB Type-C wire.

The picture quality, given the portability of the monitor, is excellent. The resolution of 1920x1080 pixels is enough for such a diagonal. Viewing angles and color quality are normal - after all, the use of an IPS matrix makes itself felt. You can only find fault with the relatively low brightness - 220 cd / m² it will not be enough to work in the sun - and the incomplete coverage of the AdobeRGB color space, which means that the MB16AC will not work for designers and photographers. Flicker-free backlighting and a blue light reduction system are used to maintain eye health.

Most buyers are not ready to shell out a round sum for a fancy monitor. For these, the BenQ GW2283 with a 21.5-inch display is perfect. Considering such a small cost, there is nothing to complain about. The design is modern: the frames around the screen are small, only the lower edge stands out, the leg is nice, stable and with a channel for neatly laying wires. The manufacturer also installed a pair of speakers with a total power of 2 watts. It plays no better than a smartphone, but competitors do not offer this either.

The picture quality is excellent. The IPS matrix has maximum viewing angles, good color reproduction (factory calibration) and a typical brightness of 250 cd/m for this class.². For eye protection, in addition to flicker-free backlighting and blue light reduction technology, an ambient light sensor is used to automatically adjust the brightness of the display to the surrounding conditions. In the reviews, users note that the eyes do not get tired even after prolonged work with the text. Of the minuses, we note a rather poor delivery package - for example, there is no HDMI cable.

Let's move on to a monitor with an atypical aspect ratio - 16:10. Narrow models are in fashion, convenient for watching videos or playing games.The Z24n G2 is a compromise solution that is slightly better for text, photography and other tasks where vertical viewing angle is important. Diagonal IPS matrix with a resolution of 1920x1200 pixels - 24 inches. Flicker-free backlighting, blue light reduction technology and anti-reflective coating are used to reduce eye fatigue. Also pleased with the high brightness - 300 cd / m² - this allows you not to squint when working under bright lighting.

Separately, I would like to note the design. When viewed from the front, it seems that the screen is hanging in the air - the leg is almost invisible. Behind - a metal coating, connectors hidden from view and minimalist logos. Such a monitor is not ashamed to put on a table in the middle of the office. In addition, the leg is very functional - you can turn the display without turning the stand, adjust the height, tilt angle.

It is almost impossible to manage in the rating without good gaming devices. The relatively affordable model PG278QE with a diagonal of 27 inches became the representative of this category. You can't count on perfect color reproduction, because a TN-matrix is ​​used, however, with a resolution of 2560x1440 pixels and improved LED backlighting. But the requirements for the gaming model are completely different - speed is needed here and ASUS provides it in full: the refresh rate can reach 165 Hz during overclocking (standard value is 144 Hz) with a response of 1 ms - you can comfortably play the most dynamic online shooters.

Of the "protective" technologies, nothing new - Flicker-free, blue light attenuation and anti-glare display coating.We only note the presence of G-Sync, which allows you to display a smoother picture without artifacts. Among the shortcomings, one can only note the insufficiently low minimum brightness - about 65 cd / m². We strongly do not recommend using the monitor for gatherings in complete darkness - tire your eyes.

This model is for those who are not ready to pay too much for the safety of their eyes. Dell's P2419HC is a 24-inch compact monitor based on an IPS matrix with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. The display is equipped with anti-glare coating, has support for the reduction of blue light and anti-flicker LED backlight, which will provide the necessary level of eye protection, especially when working with text. In addition, there is a built-in color calibration option for customization. The margin of brightness is a little small - only 250 cd / m2, but this is an inevitable price for the "budget".

According to reviews, this monitor copes well with the task of relieving eye strain, at a decent level it conveys the clarity of color shades and is well developed in terms of ergonomics. That said, there are some complaints about the slight blurring of individual fonts, as well as the inconvenient settings menu.

Monitors with an aspect ratio of 21:9 are increasingly appearing on the desktops of users. The advantages of the format are obvious: while working on it, you can place two applications side-by-side at once, and movies are displayed without annoying black bars. But regardless of the format, the monitor must be safe, and the U3415W is just that.Diagonal AH-IPS matrix is ​​34 inches. Resolution 3440x1440 pixels. The highlight of the model is a slight curvature, which is useful, given the huge width - moving your eyes from one corner to another is less tiring.

For less strain on the eyes, classic technologies are used: systems to prevent backlight flickering and improve its uniformity, a special mode for working with text (PaperMode). Of the pleasant features, it is worth noting MST support, which allows you to connect a second monitor directly to the U3415W, and powerful, fairly high-quality stereo speakers.

Philips is not new to the monitor market and has a lot of its own developments, including in terms of eye protection technologies. The 328P6VUBREB is one of the best in its class and provides maximum comfort in any professional application, including text or code. The 31.5-inch monitor is based on an improved VA matrix with 10-bit color depth and 4K resolution. The screen is complemented by UltraClear and UltraColor technologies, which ensure the purity of the color palette and the maximum clarity of the picture, relieving eye strain. Moreover, there is support for LowBlue and DisplayHDR 600, and the sRGB color gamut is 138%.

Everything is fine in terms of backlight brightness - 600 cd / m2 is enough for any needs. As a nice bonus, the monitor offers a lot of additional features: a large selection of connectors, a USB hub, a picture-in-picture option, built-in acoustics and advanced positioning options with SmartErgoBase technology.Judging by the reviews, buyers highly appreciate the quality of the model and confirm the safety of the display for the eyes.

Do you think that one screen is not enough for comfortable work? What if one ultra-wide display can replace two traditional ones? If the second question aroused your interest, pay attention to the Strix XG49VQ model from the ROG gaming line from ASUS. First of all, it attracts a huge 49-inch display with a resolution of 3840x1080 pixels. In fact, these are two 27 "FullHD monitors, but without annoying frames in the center. Such a solution is perfect for games, working with several applications.

The quality of the matrix is ​​excellent, the color depth is 10 bits. The color gamut is sRGB, which means that the model may suit designers. The matrix used is *VA. The frequency is high - 144 Hz, but the response is not a record for a gaming model - 4 ms. The margin of brightness is this (450 cd / m²) that you can even work in front of a bright window. In addition, the display coating is anti-reflective. For eye safety, FlickerFree technology and blue light reduction are used. Also, the stand adjustable in all positions plays a role in the comfort of the user, which means that the spine and FlickerFree 2 technology will also be comfortable. Among the shortcomings is the lack of a USB Type-C port. According to many, it should be present in a modern monitor, especially for such an amount.

We are used to seeing a whole bunch of useful sensors even in the most budget smartphones. Unfortunately, they are extremely rare in monitors. One of these unique ones is BenQ PD3200U.The model belongs to the class of professional, designed for working with graphics. The 32-inch IPS screen has a resolution of 4K UltraHD. 100% coverage of the sRGB color space is declared. Maximum brightness of 350 cd/m² coupled with a matte finish is enough to work in bright light, but the minimum level is 67 cd / m² I would like to lower it a little more.

Of course, the screen uses a flicker-free backlight and presets to reduce blue light and contrast. In addition to them, the manufacturer added a light sensor, with which the brightness independently adjusts to the environment. There is also a presence sensor - the monitor can detect when there is no one in front of it, and go into power saving mode. Of the amenities, we note an interesting but strict design, a remote control for managing settings, a pair of speakers with a total power of 10 W and the presence of a card reader on the right side.

Apple is a company that, like its products, needs no introduction. The presentation of the Pro Display XDR made a lot of noise, because the monitor is amazing in every sense. Firstly, the insane cost: 440 thousand nanotexturing display itself and plus 80 thousand stand for it! Expensive? Undoubtedly. But what quality. The perfect combination of aluminum with an unusual pattern and glass. The assembly is flawless. And the stand works without a single complaint, allowing you to adjust the height, angle and rotation. In addition, only one USB Type-C cable is needed to work, which means nothing will spoil the beauty.

The screen options are also amazing. On 32 inches of the matrix, the resolution is 6K (6016x3384 pixels).Too much? But you can place a preview of 4K video in real size and there will be room for the interface. Display brightness 1600 cd/m²  at the peak. Contrast 1000000:1. Color rendering is 10-bit. All this means that Pro Display is ideal for working with photos, video and graphics. Of course, a display with such parameters does not burden the eyes at all, because the picture is as close as possible to what we see in reality.