Top 5 displays for creatives

By Ana Perez December 15, 2022

A good display is the key to creative work. Which one should you choose? Read more to find out.

Know your requirements

Before choosing your monitor, you should have a clear idea of what kind of work you’re planning to do on it, as this will influence what your priorities should be when looking for a new device.

Because of this, it doesn’t make much sense to settle on a top recommendation as different creatives have different requirements and budgets, so we have created a list that highlights a range of devices with different strengths and price points. We’ll then recommend what type of work we think it’s best suited for, so you can find a monitor that’s just right for your needs.

HP EliteDisplay E24 G4 FHD Monitor

A budget solution for creatives

Specifications:

• 23.8", 1920 x 1080
• 72% NTSC colour gamut
• 250 nits of brightness
• HDMI, VGA, USB hub and DisplayPort

Some of the benefits of the HP EliteDisplay E243m include a wide range of ports for connectivity and its customisation options, which include the HP Display Centre. It’s easy to add it to your existing setup and it’s also a very energy-efficient choice: it’s ENERGY STAR® certified, EPEAT® 2020 registered, and low halogen. It also contains 85% recycled plastics, so it’s a It also features a low blue light filter that keeps visuals vivid with zero impact on colour accuracy.

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EIZO ColorEdge CG2700X 27" Colour Management LCD Monitor

For video editing

Specifications:

• 27” 4K UHD, 3840 x 2160. 164ppi, 90w power pass through.
• IPS Wide gamut
• 500 nits of brightness
• USB-C, LAN connectivity, DisplayPort and HDMI inputs

EIZO’s displays are some of the best in the market, and the ColorEdge CG2700X is no exception. Its incredible resolution means there are no visible pixels thanks to its high concentration, and the wide gamut displays saturated colours perfectly. Add to this its smooth gradients and true black technology, and you have one of the most accurate monitors in the market that’s perfect for colour grading. The Self-calibration capabilities and Digital Uniformity Equalizer guarantee that colours stay consistent across different conditions and the entire service life of the device, guaranteeing that your investment in EIZO’s technology is safe.

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Apple Studio Display Standard Glass Tilt Adjustable Stand

For designers who use Mac

Specifications:

• 27”, 5120 x 2880
• P3 wide colour gamut
• 600 nits of brightness
• USB-C and Thunderbolt 3

Apple’s Studio Display boasts incredible sharpness, clarity and crispness. Its Auto-Brightness capabilities automatically adjust the display brightness to match that of the room. The thin, high-quality aluminium unibody design and super premium detailed build quality is as stylish as it is durable. It also features six speakers, Ultra Wide camera and a microphone built in, so it’s a good all-in-one solution if you want to skip out on other peripherals that would clutter your space.

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LG 27-inch Ultrafine 5K Display from Apple for USB-C enabled Macs

For graphic design

Specifications:

• 27”, 5120 x 2880 pixels
• P3 wide colour gamut
• 500 nits of brightness
• USB-C and Thunderbolt 3

If you’re looking for a similar solution at a lower price point, look no further than the LG 27-inch Ultrafine 5K Display. Designed especially for Mac in conjunction with Apple, this monitor integrates seamlessly with MacOS apps and also features a built-in camera, microphone and speakers, which saves you money and space. It delivers razor-sharp text and life-like images with its wide colour gamut so your designs look exactly like you wanted them to. This flexible workstation is perfect to complete your Apple setup.

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HP Z27K G3 27" 4K Monitor

For daily office tasks

Specifications:

• 27” 4K UHD, 1920 x 1080. 218pp, 94w power pass through
• 99% RGB Colour Gamut
• 250 nits of brightness
• Connectors: USB-C, HDMI, RJ-45 ethernet port, 100w power pass through via USB-C (portrait or landscape)

The HP Z27K G3 27" 4K Monitor offers optimised ergonomics and 4-way monitor adjustability with a 3-sided micro-edge for a fuller display, meaning it’s comfortable for office work and there’s plenty of room to use all your apps. This ENERGY STAR® certified, EPEAT® 2020 registered, and low halogen display is green and energy efficient. It also features HP Eye Ease, which is HP’s first built-in blue light filter. This ground-breaking technology keeps visuals vivid (and your eyes safe!) with zero impact on colour accuracy.

For more details on the HP Z27K G3 27" 4K Monitor, why not watch our video review below?

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