Looking for Monitor/Speaker Suggestions

[BRSxIgnition]

Hello everyone,

 

I've recently moved and where I used to have all of my devices connected to the same TV (Switch, PS4, PS3, PC, etc), I now have my desk seperate from where my TV is located. This means I need to buy a new monitor and pair of speakers.

 

Monitor Preferences:

• Price: $1000 CDN (or Lower)
• Size: 27" - 43" (Larger is Better)
• Resolution: 1440p (or Higher)
• Aspect Ratio: Ultrawide or 16:9
• Response Rate: 5ms (or Lower)
• Refresh Rate: 100hz - 240hz (Higher is Better)
• Panel: IPS Prefered, VA Okay

 

Speaker Preferences:

• Price: $250 CDN (or Lower)
• Style: Bookshelf / Computer 2.1
• Subwoofer: If Possible
• Signature: Neutral if Possible

 

I currently have a GTX 970 but want to future proof my setup for future upgrades. Altogether, I don't want to spend more than $1500 Canadian after tax. 

 

Any suggestions are appreciated. I've done a bit of research myself but got overwhelmed pretty quick... 

 

[Dedayog]

I'm loving my monitor and speakers, so I can highly recommend them.  The monitor is now a 120Hz version instead of the 100Hz I have.

 

You have a hard choice, I'd suggest looking at as many as you can in person, and listening.  Or find a place to buy that has a healthy no-restock fee return policy and test to your heart's content.

[Max_Settings]

6 minutes ago, BRSxIgnition said:

Signature: Neutral if Possible

Speakers don't have signatures per say. The room that they are in and how you place them all majorly change the signature.

[vSaft_Hype]

Philips BDM3490UC monitor

http://amzn.to/2eAFsyv speaker

   

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/jVQG3C/evga-geforce-rtx-2080-8-gb-black-video-card-08g-p4-2081-kr

[BRSxIgnition]

1 hour ago, jstudrawa said:

I'm loving my monitor and speakers, so I can highly recommend them.  The monitor is now a 120Hz version instead of the 100Hz I have.

 

You have a hard choice, I'd suggest looking at as many as you can in person, and listening.  Or find a place to buy that has a healthy no-restock fee return policy and test to your heart's content.

Can you provide the exact model number for your monitor, since they have more than one in that size? Also, have you had any issues with it? I know AOC is a bit less reputable than Asus and others. 

 

As far as speakers, im trying to have a more understated look, so I don't think I want the green trim. Would the Matte Black Kanto YU4's be a good alternative? 

1 hour ago, Max_Settings said:

Speakers don't have signatures per say. The room that they are in and how you place them all majorly change the signature.

That's true, but depending on the size of the drivers and if there's a subwoofer or not, the sound can be very different. 

1 hour ago, hypeftwmlg said:

Philips BDM3490UC monitor

http://amzn.to/2eAFsyv speaker

   

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/jVQG3C/evga-geforce-rtx-2080-8-gb-black-video-card-08g-p4-2081-kr

That monitor caps out at 60hz refresh rate and the speakers are far too glossy. But thank you for your recommendations. 

[Dedayog]

1 minute ago, BRSxIgnition said:

Can you provide the exact model number for your monitor, since they have more than one in that size? Also, have you had any issues with it? I know AOC is a bit less reputable than Asus and others. 

 

As far as speakers, im trying to have a more understated look, so I don't think I want the green trim. Would the Matte Black Kanto YU4's be a good alternative? 

That's true, but depending on the size of the drivers and if there's a subwoofer or not, the sound can be very different. 

That monitor caps out at 60hz refresh rate and the speakers are far too glossy. But thank you for your recommendations. 

This is the 120Hz version: AOC AG352UCG6

 

https://smile.amazon.com/AOC-AG352UCG6-Curved-Monitor-3440x1440/dp/B07BMVNJZP/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1550176138&sr=8-1&keywords=aoc+35+inch+curved

[BRSxIgnition]

2 minutes ago, jstudrawa said:

This is the 120Hz version: AOC AG352UCG6

 

https://smile.amazon.com/AOC-AG352UCG6-Curved-Monitor-3440x1440/dp/B07BMVNJZP/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1550176138&sr=8-1&keywords=aoc+35+inch+curved

Here in Canada it's $1124 +tax. For that price I can get an AW3418DW direct from Dell? 

[Dedayog]

Just now, BRSxIgnition said:

Here in Canada it's $1124 +tax. For that price I can get an AW3418DW direct from Dell? 

You could, sure.  I just don't have experience with the Dell.  At the price point you're at, it's more what you like than one performing heads and tails above all the others.

[BRSxIgnition]

Just now, jstudrawa said:

You could, sure.  I just don't have experience with the Dell.  At the price point you're at, it's more what you like than one performing heads and tails above all the others.

Thing is, both are above my price point, honestly - even if they're withing spitting distance and super tempting. 

 

Are there any notably good values under $1000?

[Dedayog]

1 minute ago, BRSxIgnition said:

Thing is, both are above my price point, honestly - even if they're withing spitting distance and super tempting. 

 

Are there any notably good values under $1000?

Since you like ASUS:

 

https://smile.amazon.com/Designo-Curved-MX34VQ-Monitor-Adaptive-Sync/dp/B01N4UQIGT/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1550176694&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=34+curved+monitor&psc=1

 

Or you could drop to the 1080p UW ones, they'll fit in your budget.

[Dedayog]

Just now, jstudrawa said:

Since you like ASUS:

 

https://smile.amazon.com/Designo-Curved-MX34VQ-Monitor-Adaptive-Sync/dp/B01N4UQIGT/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1550176694&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=34+curved+monitor&psc=1

 

Or you could drop to the 1080p UW ones, they'll fit in your budget.

Here's a refurb of my version, good savings.  Depends if you are okay with refurb or not:

 

https://smile.amazon.com/AOC-3440x1440-DisplayPort-Certified-Refurbished/dp/B07L97ZRS8/ref=sr_1_19?ie=UTF8&qid=1550176819&sr=8-19&keywords=35+curved+monitor

 

[BRSxIgnition]

Should I jump on the Alienware AW3418DW 3440x1440 120hz 34" IPS Ultrawide if I can get it for $986 plus tax? 

[Dedayog]

3 minutes ago, BRSxIgnition said:

Should I jump on the Alienware AW3418DW 3440x1440 120hz 34" IPS Ultrawide if I can get it for $986 plus tax? 

If you can get it for $986 Canadian?  Shit yeah, do that. 

[BRSxIgnition]

2 hours ago, jstudrawa said:

If you can get it for $986 Canadian?  Shit yeah, do that. 

Damn, I could yesterday, but now ebates is back to 2% from 12%...

[BRSxIgnition]

Any other answers or advice? 

 

Is the BenQ E3501R any good, or should I just wait for that Alienware deal to show up again? 

 

How about speakers, too? 

 

 

[wjm22400]

6 hours ago, BRSxIgnition said:

Any other answers or advice? 

 

Is the BenQ E3501R any good, or should I just wait for that Alienware deal to show up again? 

 

How about speakers, too? 

 

 

I have had my speakers for almost 2 years, it might be more than your looking for they are 5.1 surround sound. They are amazing weather I'm watching somthing or listening to music. The bass on half is almost way more than I would ever need. I love them, just a thought.

 

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/YwLypg/logitech-speakers-980000430

 

Reveiws on Newegg

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16836121044&ignorebbr=1&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-PCPartPicker, LLC-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

[BRSxIgnition]

5 hours ago, wjm22400 said:

I have had my speakers for almost 2 years, it might be more than your looking for they are 5.1 surround sound. They are amazing weather I'm watching somthing or listening to music. The bass on half is almost way more than I would ever need. I love them, just a thought.

 

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/YwLypg/logitech-speakers-980000430

 

Reveiws on Newegg

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16836121044&ignorebbr=1&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-PCPartPicker, LLC-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

Thanks for the recommendation - I've been looking at the 2.1 version of these as my cheap option but like the look of sleek bookshelf speakers more. Good to know this series is vouched for though. 

 

Have you heard anything about the G560 2.1 set? Are they comparable? 

[BRSxIgnition]

Is there any other feedback regarding monitors? 

 

I'll likely be buying mine in March so any feedback is appreciated. 

[Turtle Rig]

On 2/14/2019 at 12:26 PM, BRSxIgnition said:

Can you provide the exact model number for your monitor, since they have more than one in that size? Also, have you had any issues with it? I know AOC is a bit less reputable than Asus and others. 

 

As far as speakers, im trying to have a more understated look, so I don't think I want the green trim. Would the Matte Black Kanto YU4's be a good alternative? 

That's true, but depending on the size of the drivers and if there's a subwoofer or not, the sound can be very different. 

That monitor caps out at 60hz refresh rate and the speakers are far too glossy. But thank you for your recommendations. 

AOC is the worst company ever.  Im using one with a POS plastic broken and not sitting properly bezel lol

[Turtle Rig]

On 2/16/2019 at 7:37 PM, BRSxIgnition said:

Thanks for the recommendation - I've been looking at the 2.1 version of these as my cheap option but like the look of sleek bookshelf speakers more. Good to know this series is vouched for though. 

 

Have you heard anything about the G560 2.1 set? Are they comparable? 

Just make sure it says THX ………. then you know its not going to be a toy sound.  It has to meet specifications which Lucas Arts has and all that jazz.  I would personally get Klipsch 2.1    ………….. I have experience with a Klipsch dating back to 2001.  Amazing sh*T they make.  Why not these guy Klipsch Pro Media 2.1

[BRSxIgnition]

Bumping this since I just set up my new desk so I'm ready for a monitor and speakers any time. In addition, I'm possibly looking at a promotion so if it goes through my needs would be as follows:

 

Monitor Preferences:

• Price: $1200 CDN (or Lower)
• Size: 27" - 43" (Larger is Better)
• Resolution: 1440p (or Higher)
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 21:9
• Response Rate: 5ms (or Lower)
• Refresh Rate: 100hz - 240hz (Higher is Better)
• Panel: IPS Prefered, Good VA Okay

 

Speaker Preferences:

• Price: $300 CDN (or Lower)
• Style: Bookshelf / Computer 2.1
• Subwoofer: If Possible
• Signature: Neutral if Possible

 

Should I wait for the AW3418DW to go on a good sale again or get something now? Or maybe even wait for some of the models announced at CES like the LG 950F?