Monitor Brands

Top brands of computer monitors

Computer monitors have come a long way from the monochromatic green screen with the power button as a feature. Today’s monitors are available in LCD, CRT, different sizes and different screen resolutions. Depending on the user’s application, the monitors can be connected in series so that there is more than one monitor connected to a single computer.

The ability to have dual or even multiple monitors allows for the user to have multiple documents and applications in view at the same time. There are many companies that manufacture PC monitors but only a few make it to the top of the market. Most companies offer their LCD monitors either with a normal viewing screen or a widescreen option. Many of these computer monitors also have the ability to view HDTV, and the LCD screen depth is so thin it barely takes any space on a desk.

Popular Monitor Brands

The major players in the manufacturing of monitors are LG, Samsung and Sony. These companies have been in the electronics industry for a very long time and have been the pack leaders for quality, intuitive products. Many of these products are available with complete systems, or they can be purchased as upgrades to existing computers.

Samsung monitors are produced in screen sizes from 17 inches to over 31 inches. Founded in Taegu, Korea, it is currently the market leader for monitor products.

Dell monitors have been in use for many years and can be found in many configurations of LCD and plasma. When shopping for a Dell monitor, researching what features will be used the most is key for productivity.

LG Electronics first started as Goldstar, founded in Korea. LG monitors start at 19 inches wide for the LCD. This gives a typical user with a small work space plenty of viewing area. For those in a design field or for gamers, it would be beneficial to upgrade to a larger 27" monitor with DVI and HDMI inputs.

Sony was founded in Tokyo, Japan, after the second World War, and it has become a world leader in electronics. LCD Sony monitors are found in its series of Vaio brand laptops.