The Best Productivity Monitors (Buying Guide 2025)

[@cadenchurchill4296]

I've got a 32" QD-OLED 240Hz Alienware display that I use with my MacBook Pro and PS5 Pro, and the picture quality is amazing. No issues with 4K on macOS and it costs $1,000 CAD less than the Studio Display with the height-adjustable stand. Well worth it in my opinion!

[@heyramineni]

5K at 32 inch, with a 165hz+ refresh rate, preferable OLED is the end game monitor for me.

[@anirbansarkar9152]

Lets say 5k at 27 inch at 270hz with oled will it be ok ?

[@ChrisPTY507]

Burn In has entered the chat!

[@user-hi5qx2sr2u]

OLED isn’t the best for productivity because it isn’t very bright It’s best for gaming and movies tho in a dark room

[@Tigerex966]

With 4k 27" 32" 5k should be close. LG 6k 120hz tb5 ips black 3 They make apple panels

[@yuvrajsinhmar7683]

And ppi ??

[@jarodtaylor]

This is such a well done video. Not sure what the rest of your content is covering, but subscribed simply because this is how these types of videos should be done. You do a great job of pros/cons which makes it so easy for people "on the fence".

[@AnthonyAllioo]

I went ahead and got the studio display when it was on sale for $1299. I held onto my LG 4k monitor to see how I felt about it after a few weeks and I love it! I just build websites, I don’t really see the issue with the low refresh rates. And like you said, it just works! Just sold my old monitor. If they update it this year I’ll wait a couple of years to upgrade it.

[@stephenlflf3871]

Yes for work 60hz is all you really need. After owning an apple studio I will never buy another monitor from another brand. Can't wait for them to release a 120+ hz model.

[@equivalentexchangeisalie5726]

Same here. $1,299 at Best Buy, saved $300. Been using it almost 2 months paired with my M4 Mac Mini and loving it. Could never use another monitor again. Don't even have speakers on my desk anymore, the one's built in are amazing.

[@Oliver-up6ze]

Was so hesitant at first to splurge on the studio display but between all my apple products it seems the best product I have. Would buy another in a heartbeat. It’s a joy to look at it every morning when starting work.

[@PeteandPan]

We need an update of the Apple Studio Display soon. I hope they release it together with the new Max Studio’s in 2025. We need it so bad!

[@Oliver-up6ze]

I have one, it’s still ahead of all other monitors and I could see myself use this for the next 5 years. I I don’t think they do a new one in 2025. It’s already so crisp, I don’t know what should be improved besides the webcam.

[@frryy]

I've been a longtime follower of Apple Cinema Displays, and their history of monitor releases are very very sparse.

[@__sidekick]

120Hz and thinner bezels and it's the best monitor ever

[@PeteandPan]

@@__sidekick yup. Fingers crossed they release something like this in the spring or summer.

[@nightthemoon8481]

@@Oliver-up6ze actual delusion, it's a crappy standard 60hz ips lcd, there are literally 4k 240hz oled monitors out there lmfao, even 5k 165hz miniled, etc

[@conorhoward10]

Nice video. I’m currently using 1 27” Dell and a 27” LG display at my setup. Both 4K but more on the affordable side. I’ve been dreaming of consolidating into a single 34” UW monitor but I’ll be rewatching this when it comes time to update

[@victorenock]

Keep up the great work, and I’m looking forward to more of your videos!

[@garyvoigt321]

Your videos are such eye candy. Just beautiful.

[@DavidGain]

I was holding out for the upcoming ASUS ProArt 32" 6K, however I just saw today that LG teased a 32" 6K screen at CES that looks WAY nicer (like a 32" Studio Display with no bezels).

[@nightsdew8136]

Oh wow. I saw the Asus one but not the LG one. Searching the video NOW.

[@Tigerex966]

@@nightsdew8136 yes LG makes the panels for Dell 6k Apple 5k etc, but those contracts are supposedly up. So LG can do whatever they want. LG also has tb5. Rumor is it can do 6k 120. It's all metal. But that's just a rumor It actually looks better than Apple monitors which are due an. Upgrade soon.

[@Tigerex966]

@@DavidGain I wonder if this is the next studio display as well with LG actually improving in apple industrial design. Not that LG at the high end dies not have extremely good design. Transparent displays disappearing displays and all the tech at ces in multiple categories. And a huge. Number of first and innovations in earbuds speakers Bluetooth phone cameras first all touch smartphone phone with downloadable apps camera and Bluetooth yrs they beat the iPhone wide angle dual screen etc.

[@1993skill]

Linus team says Asus 6k monitor will come in q2 2025 at 1200 usd price.

[@DavidGain]

@@1993skill a monitor of that spec and price will surely become the go-to choice for Mac users almost overnight!

[@LJ_S1K]

I just purchased an M4 Mac mini, it arrives on Jan 17th. My dilemma as I research monitors is if I should wait for prices to go down as new monitors drop in the next couple months or just buy now. I'm looking at the MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED and the new 27 5k Asus ProArt.

[@nightsdew8136]

Asus ProArt 32" 6K was presented in CES 2025. It's on it's way. That would be my current choice. That being said, I am wondering if they would update it now that thunderbolt 5 is out.

[@roberts.9053]

What about the Dell 8K monitor?

[@JimBoomer]

I ended up just buying a ProArt 1440p 144hz because I can't find a 4k monitor that has 90+ watts of PD power and 120+ hz refresh rate. I was bummed at first only using a 1440p monitor but I just started using Better Display to enable HiDPI and custom scaling so now I am super happy!

[@RayyanShariff-yz4gm]

Do you notice chromatic fringing around text in OLED displays? That's the only reason I want to stick to LCD and also ofc burn in

[@steveurmah]

At this point I would not recommend the Apple monitors, especially not the XDR, since they are due for an update any time. For the pixel density there are interesting upcoming options with 5K and 6K from Asus and BenQ. Also LG has teased a clone of the XDR at CES.

[@_Frank_23]

Nice video! I bought the benq PD2725U that I'm using with a macbook pro 14 m2 pro. It looks and works amazing to me

[@PeteEdmunds]

The ASUS is about same price as apple studio display on your link.

[@Cursey69]

Apple should make a new monitor that has the Tandem Oled w/120 hertz. The pro xdr and the studio display is just way too old already. Though both are magnificent but way too outdated. I have my iPad pro w/ Tandem Oled and I’ve never seen anything that beats this. The clarity is just perfect.

[@Tigerex966]

@@Cursey69 no 32" 6k panels yet but LG and Samsung may be working with Apple as the xdr is 5 years old tb3 and studio display tb4 I think and 3 years old. I think Apple will introduce a tb5 120 monitor this summer or fall with the m4 mac studio and Mac pro

[@Tigerex966]

@@Cursey69 even the current 4 k 5, k 27" 32" 240 hz oled look awesome and with hidoi apps have clear text and ui in Mac osx

[@igottheshaft]

The iPad Pro with Tandem OLED has basically the same color gamut as the Pro Display XDR btw. You are so right, it's only a matter of time I hope until this is featured across their product line.

[@igottheshaft]

You know, it's the only frustrating thing about being in the Apple ecosystem - waiting for them to roll out new features. Take the AirPods Max, I want a pair but 4 years later they are still on the H1 chip, while even the base pods have moved to the H2, and the Max only got a USB-C upgrade. Or the Mac Pro and Studio only being M2 still, while the laptops and iPads are now on the M4 generation. Or the Studio Display and Pro Display XDR - it's dated tech. Or regular iPhones and 120hz Pro Motion displays. Sigh.

[@mathfang]

I'm looking for a new monitor to do some hobby design work on. For those who’ve done UI/graphic design work on 5K and 4K, is the extra sharpness of 5K really noticeable in practical use? The 5K models I’ve looked at are $300+ more than comparable 4K ones, so I’m not sure if the upgrade is worth it.

[@freddie288]

The average monitor user: Can I see what I need to see?'

[@jamesoloughlin]

Ever try LG 32" Ultrafine 4k OLED 32EP950-B? Currently eyeing that monitor (despite it’s age). Most of the OLED monitors are gaming monitors and they look like fugly gamer vomit. (and not buying Samsung; separate discussion). Currently using LG’s 32" 4K UltraFine (32UL950) I use macOS and Windows for work; so it's a good for both. Honestly I want Apple to make a big iPad Pro like monitor with tandem OLED.

[@ShalevLazarof]

You can see the studio display and Pro Display XDR design and out of the box one cable connecting simplicity of use compared to all those bulky ugly black looking boxes from other brands with all those ports, Apple knows their game. However, as a MacBook Pro user i didn't bought it although thinking about it for months... i just can't understand why apple does not create a studio display Pro with mini LED and 120hz Pro motion to match the MacBook Pro, the studio display is basically the MacBook Air external display and the Pro Display XDR is on its own world, there is a place for Pro consumer model.

[@navixaxa5023]

Is a 42' 8k OLED with 500 Nits SDR at 240Hz too much to ask for?

[@eeyernng7260]

Dell UltraSharp 40" Hub Monitor - U4025QW for UX design. Best decision ever. So good on Figma.

[@michaellatta]

I use a 43” OLED 4k monitor. Great for productivity to see more code/windows at once.

[@teahousereloaded]

Got a 42 for productivity. It's way too big. Will get something like a 38 or 34 5k ultrawide next time. 32 at work feels small however.

[@oldpadawan]

The ASUS is the same price how did you find it for half the price of a studio display? Thank you

[@stephenlflf3871]

For work apple studio is hands down the best monitor on the market.

[@Tigerex966]

LG 6k tb5 No bezels all metal if pictures are true and possible"120hz?"

[@RossFisherr]

What are your opinions on 34-38 inch ultra wide oled monitors?

[@Seraph137]

I am waiting for Asus to drop the 32" 6K. Curious what the price point will be, if under $1599, it will be very interesting. Although I like the idea of OLED, the whole burn in situation is an issue for me.

[@1993skill]

Dell's 6K monitor price started at 3500 in 2023 and now it is at 2500 USD price point ViewSonic 8K VG3281 monitor price starts at 2500 USD (brightness is very poor, 300 cd/m2 only) So I don't think Asus will sell this monitor cheaper than 2000 USD, will be glad if they do and I gladly buy this monitor or even two And despite that Dell's monitor has IPS panel it still has the same problem with burn-in as LG 5K MDK5A first models (not speaking about another problems) so big question is will Asus 6K monitor have these problems too

[@Seraph137]

@@1993skill The Dell monitor is ugly and still priced higher then most would consider :(

[@Revenge6-r7d]

As someone that has had oled now for 5 years. 10k+ hours on a tv and thousands of hours on a new gen 3 qd oled monitor, burn in will not be an issue for you. Have literally left static images up over night on both and they're just fine.

[@Seraph137]

@@Revenge6-r7d I am seriously looking at the MSI 321URX

[@igottheshaft]

Repeat after me, tandem (stacked) OLED. These are the future. They get rid of all the traditional issues of OLED, like burn in and low brightness, because each panel has to be driven less hard. They are more energy efficient, cheaper to manufacture, and at least in the case of the iPad Pro, have basically the same color gamut as the Pro Display XDR. Incredible! That's what I am waiting on, and I wish they'd hit the market now. At CES 2025, TV manufacturers are just starting to put them in their high end TVs, and they are way brighter. Over the next several years, I expect Apple to put them in all of their mobile products and hopefully we'll get them in an updated Studio display and Pro Display as well - all at 120hz or more.

[@UncleT0ny]

been looking for a 32" work monitor really having a tough time spending over $600

[@fabiofilipeazevedo3840]

Hows color accuracy straight from the box? No one better than apple?

[@fanpect4273]

Nice guide

[@lordtato]

Which one is the best for PlainText? Like something simple like using Word. Does OLED works fin with text? What about 4k or 5k? Thanks

[@tris10dm]

What is that white shelving rig you have clamped to the desk you're presenting the monitors on?!

[@joebenitez]

Give the BenQ Monitor 32" MA320U a chance, designed for Apple devices and works flawlessly. Great price, good for colors and you can game on it (although it's 60 hz). Oliur, you are forgetting great budget options from your video.

[@Oliur]

It’s $200 more than the similar option I mentioned in the video.

[@adrianospina7150]

Glossy display is matte? Or the counter of a matte display

[@nikhiljain5888]

Great stuff!! I was wondering about the newest launch from Dell, The U2725QE. Any thoughts on that?

[@Wesmosis]

Great stuff

[@code-with-me]

Thank you for your content. Have you considered the 5k Samsung Infinity S9?

[@Oliur]

It's the same price as the studio display. So I would recommend the studio display instead.

[@code-with-me]

@@Oliur nowadays it is $999 😅

[@gwaddles]

Do any of these have a webcam built in other than the studio display?

[@ed61730]

High fps monitors are over rated for color. I have worked with EIZO monitors for the last 12 years and they have been amazing for color work up to this day.

[@MrGordanFrank]

What about 5k Samsung Viewfinity S9?

[@trungkienpham1275]

Yeah it's the closest to the Studio Display. The Proart is not even close

[@0x0081]

So you recommend the asus over the Samsung s9?

[@Ballzyx]

what are the dimensions of your desk brother? and what mousepad do you use?

[@afarangi4839]

How can you recommend OLED for work!?

[@BabyDeWooo]

I use LG 42C4 OLED as my mac monitor and PS5 Pro TV 😃

[@madebym4son750]

super helpful

[@mikerelated]

What up bro! I’m in the market for a second monitor to pair with my XDR, do you think the MSI 321URX is a good option? Or should I just buy a second XDR?

[@Oliur]

Pro Display XDR for sure.

[@marks4553]

I need a 218ppi 5k monitor with no Matte or Anti glare finish half the price of a studio display... HELP!

[@hypno0784]

Custom iMac 5k modded to work as a proper monitor. Trust me, if you can spend the time, this is such a solid option and a really fun DIY project. There are really no 5k screen without matte finish under a thousand bucks. Both the new Asus and BenQ 5k panels have matte finish. This mod probably costs less than $600 to do including the iMac itself. Search for “Luke Miani iMac 5k mod” to know more about this hackery.

[@RayyanShariff-yz4gm]

Same! I don't even mind 4K 24 or 27 inch with glass or glossy display. Only dough/eve does it, but we all know we can't trust them😭

[@snakebyte0716]

Kuycon G-27!

[@RayyanShariff-yz4gm]

@@snakebyte0716 Also with good customer service. Forgot to mention that

[@olinafan4459]

LG's new 5k 45 165hz dual mode is the Ultimate productivity monitor if you have money for 5000 series gpu

[@xalium]

Was this announced in ces?

[@tuananhha]

Apple Pro XDR Display!

[@yaizidoro4373]

I just bought the LG 32GS95UE OLED 4K

[@Alex-HD]

How do you like it? Why not the asus version? Better features.

[@cyberpunk88-]

Is the Asus monitor also glossy?

[@remotemanagement4686]

MacBook Air m4 vs MacBook Pro M4 Pro???

[@shahenvx]

thank u

[@user-gf1cq4kj9l]

What happened to the LG Oled?

[@chriskwon9339]

^ @oliur

[@spiritzen]

The Studio and XDR will last you 5 years+, worthwhile investment if you're making money from design/creative work.

[@Tigerex966]

LG 6K TB5 120hz Bezels All Aluminum Display. Is better design than even Apples current display and actually superior in standard definition. But being IPS cannot hold a candle to the XDR display in HDR mode. If you don't do HDR much, it's clearly superior in standard definition mode according to the specs leaked so far and looks better is completely symmetrical with half and full circles and squares and no bezels. However the best value is Asus 6 k at $1199 and 5 k at $799 ViewSonic and Ben q will soon have more competition. The best mini led display is the upcoming Asus all metal 8k HDR display with over 4000 LEDs compared to apples 6 k and 500 LEDs. Remember apple gets it's panels from other companies like LG Samsung etc so expect Apple to update their monitors soon and then do their all metal apple design apple specific software and extra apple processing to move to the top soon. Samsung has announce 5 k 27" display panel will arrive in ,2026 which will also make 6 And 8k oled possible. This may be what Apple is eating for along with TB5 HDMI 2.2 and the newest display port.?😊

[@leonisanamazingname9495]

You sound like Richard hammond

[@PrimusTechnology]

Another oled is the g8 oled

[@Tr8or_]

This guy beat cancer

[@asif_md]

7:17: *5120 🙂

[@jordiecash]

Anything but an apple display for me. They’re only good if you have a Mac and an iPad and use nothing else at your desk

[@rishavbasuvlogs692]

How is your cancer?

[@ShadiKhair]

First!

[@TechwithRuben]

Loved the video!, currently doing video editing and Lightroom, so I really want something that is color accurate, affordable, and works well with the Mac. Doesn't need to be oled so you think the GIGABYTE M27U Advanced is a good option?

[@Oliur]

For colour accuracy would recommend a monitor from ASUS’ ProArt line up