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Dell Monitor Buying Guide

Which monitor is right for you?

Dell S Series Monitors

Dell S Series Monitors

Discover an entertainment experience with rich colour and screen clarity. Featuring ultra-thin bezels for a virtually borderless screen and a modern design.

Dell S Series Monitors can be used for:

  • Email
  • Social media
  • Photo sharing
  • Streaming movies



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Alienware Monitors

Alienware Monitors

High performance gaming monitors offering the best in speed and immersion for gamers who want an uncompromised, ultimate experience.

Gaming Experience:

  • Adaptive sync
  • Refresh rates of up to 240Hz
  • As fast as 1ms response times
  • Clear details and life-like images




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Dell UltraSharp Monitors

Dell UltraSharp Monitors

Create visuals that meet demanding graphic needs using these top tier monitors that provide technology and design for the ultimate performance.

Dell UltraSharp Monitors can be used for:

  • Content creation
  • Video and photo editing
  • Present highly detailed charts and graphs
  • Create and view multiple documents at once


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Dell Gaming Monitors

Dell Gaming Monitors

Gaming monitors designed to offer a range of performance levels with core essentials and delivering the best value for money to our gamers.

Gaming Experience:

  • Adaptive Sync
  • Edge-to-edge gameplay
  • Crisp resolution and rapid refresh rates
  • Vibrant graphics and reduced motion blur


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Dell P Series Monitors

Dell P Series Monitors

Enhance productivity and improve user comfort with these professional, height-adjustable monitors designed with non-reflective screens.

Dell P Series Monitors can be used for:

  • Ergonomic home office setup
  • Create presentations and spreadsheets
  • Multi-task between different applications
  • Work seamlessly across one or more screens


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Dell E Series Monitors

Dell E Series Monitors

This suite of monitors are affordable, stylish, and eco-friendly. They are efficient and reliable for everyday computing at home and work.

Dell E Series Monitors can be used for:

  • Email
  • Browsing the internet
  • Writing papers for school or work
  • Receive notifications through the integrated speakers


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Monitor Screen Size

Monitor Screen

When choosing your monitor screen size, it is crucial to consider a model that fits your needs. Here are a few suggested guidelines:

  • Monitor screen size uses a diagonal measurement in inches – similar to TVs.
  • Find a monitor that fits your desk space and provides a large enough screen.
  • Larger screens provide more space for enhanced productivity and multi-tasking in one place.
  • Smaller screens are perfect for day-to-day tasks like email or browsing the internet.

23 Inch Monitors & Under

23 Inch Monitors & Under

23 inches and under fall within the budget friendly market are perfect for day-to-day tasks.

Can be used for:

  • Email
  • Browsing the internet
  • Writing papers for school or work

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24 - 27 Inch Monitors

24 - 27 Inch Monitors

This range of monitors provides multimedia features for both personal and work uses.

Can be used for:

  • Email
  • Videoconferencing
  • Streaming movies


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28 - 32 Inch Monitors

28 - 32 Inch Monitors

Monitors in these sizes provide a larger viewing area for graphics-intensive content.

Can be used for:

  • Content creation
  • Sharing photos and slideshows
  • Reviewing large files and documents


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34 - 38 Inch Monitors

34 - 38 Inch Monitors

A larger screen with a higher resolution provides clear images and more space to get things done.

Can be used for:

  • Video and photo editing
  • Create presentations and spreadsheets
  • Present highly detailed charts and graphs


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43 Inch Monitors & Above

43 Inch Monitors & Above

Instead of using two or more monitors, try a larger screen that offers one wide and fluid desktop space.

Can be used for:

  • Content creation
  • Keep an eye on your email inbox while working
  • Reference a document while writing an email or paper


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Curved Monitors

Curved Monitors

Curved monitors offer reduced eye movement across the screen for a more immersive experience.

Can be used for:

  • Create multiple documents at once
  • Game with an extremely wide field of vision
  • Open different browsers and applications at the same time


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Monitor Resolution

Monitor Resolution

Monitor resolution depicts how clearly a monitor can show visual content.

  • Monitor resolution shows how many pixels a monitor has in width x height format.
  • For example, a 1920x1080 resolution means the width has 1,920 pixels and the height has 1,080 pixels.
  • The higher the monitor resolution, the more pixels, the clearer the picture will be displayed.

Response Time

Response Time

This refers to how much time it takes for monitor pixels to change from one colour to another.


Response time is measured in milliseconds and is as fast as 0.5ms.

Unlike refresh rate, you want a lower response time – the lower the millisecond, the faster the screen can change an image.

Faster response times are key for gamers:

  • Reduce image ghosting
  • Minimise distortion and blurring
  • Sharp pictures for fast-moving gameplay

Monitor Cables & Connectors

Monitor Cables & Connectors

It’s important to check the monitor ports and the cables needed to connect to your computer and other devices like docks, computer speakers, mice and keyboards, or even phone chargers.

  • Your monitor port can be found on the back and/or sides of your monitor.
  • The monitor port is used as a point of connection from your monitor to your computer’s port.
  • Use the cable guide below to identify the cables you need to get your monitor connected.
  • Questions? Speak to a product expert: Call us at 0800 085 4961 or Chat Now.

Monitor Cables

USB-C (Universal Serial Bus - C)

USB-C (Universal Serial Bus - C)

  • Transmits power, audio, data, and video through a single cable
  • Reversible orientation: transmits and receives up to 100W of power
  • USB-C Plus Thunderbolt: brings USB-C speeds up to 40GB per second

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)

  • Used for connecting high-definition video and audio between devices through a single cable
  • Popular choice for transmitting HD content while using an inexpensive and user-friendly cable

DP (DisplayPort)

DP (DisplayPort)

  • Transmits video signals to monitors
  • Supports both audio and video signal transmission
  • Can transmit up to 100W of power
  • Required for certain high-end gaming setups

Mini DisplayPort

Mini DisplayPort

  • Compact version of the DisplayPort that transmits up to 100W of power

DVI (Digital Visual Interface)

DVI (Digital Visual Interface)

  • Transmits video signals to monitors
  • Very high-resolution transmissions – as high as 2560x1600
  • Used for high-quality monitors

VGA (Video Graphics Array)

VGA (Video Graphics Array)

  • Older generation connector for monitors, laptops, projectors and televisions
  • It might not be compatible with newer computers and electronics
  • Produces lower quality resolutions on screens

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