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Used 4k Monitor for iMac VA vs IPS?

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Hey guys, So I currently run a 2017 iMac as a daily driver. I am a music producer, and sometimes do some light photoshop and video editing on the side. Now the 5K iMac display is great, and suits my needs but I figured that I would like more screen real estate. I am looking into a 4k 27-32 inch monitor to go ahead and use as a dual screen. I would most likely do photo editing and stuff that requires good color calibration on my iMac screen, but I just don't want there to be a huge difference between the two screens if I do purchase a secondary monitor just for eye strain and continuity purposes. What are some models that you guys recommend? I an preferring a 27-IPS display (because my iMac is an IPS). Also, if I use an IPS panel vs a VA panel side to side, I'm most likely going to notice the difference right? Opinions on that?

 

Key notes:

  • I would not be gaming on the secondary monitor
  • Has to be 4K
  • My key points for looking for a monitor would be minimizing eyestrain from looking at two different kinds of displays
  • I would like it to look decent on my desk so some kind of design continuity with the iMac would be great
  • Height adjustable is a HUGE plus 
  • USB C is a great add-on but not necessary
  • Not looking for ultrawide monitors!
  • Budget is ~600, but 600 is stretching it. Would like to stay under 500.

Used models I am looking at: 

https://www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-27uk670-b-4k-uhd-led-monitor $300/

https://www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-27UK650-W-4k-uhd-led-monitor 250 used IPS no HDR 27inch

https://www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-32UK50T-W-4k-uhd-led-monitor $220 used. P3 95% but VA panel. 32 inch

https://www.samsung.com/us/computing/monitors/curved/32-ur59c-curved-4k-uhd-monitor-lu32r590cwnxza/#specs $350 used, unsure if it is VA or IPS, 32inch curved

https://www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-32UL750-W-4k-uhd-led-monitor $350 used, VA, 32 inch 

https://www.lenovo.com/ao/en/monitors/thinkvision-x1# $350 used 27inch IPS

https://www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-27UL850-W-4k-uhd-led-monitor $400 used IPS but can't tell the difference with UK650

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-UltraSharp-U2720Q-Backlit-Monitor/dp/B086H26XWV $450 used in box IPS 27inch  (seems like the best display so far) + USB C

 

I understand that for my budget, nothing will come close to what I enjoy on my iMac. If you guys have any better NEW suggestions within my budget please let me know. 

I produce music!


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