Deco Gear 49" Curved Ultrawide Gaming Monitor | 32:9 | 3840x1080 | 144Hz | 3000:1 | E-LED | 2 HDMI | 2 Display Port

Great monitor - good resolution, easy on the eyes, and just that extra sideways space that's super helpful. Half price of similar others, was sceptical but happy I have it a shot (and the size is just right)NOTE: MAC: On MacBook Pro the HDMI connector doesn't support this high a resolution and looks weird when you first connect it. You have two options: a) can make HDMI support it but need to take it down from 60hz refresh rate to 30hz: need to install custom software that modifies the built in resolutions, or b) give up on HDMI and go to usbc (much more built in support.. so put the lower res monitor on hdmi)NOTE: VESA: my VESA mount didn't fit and had to be filed down - after that it was able to connect. And if you hook up vesa with regular screws the decorative piece doesn't fit anymore. went back to included stand and it's fine.

I want to start by mentioning that I am not a gamer. I read/watched a lot of different reviews and articles about ultrawide monitors for productivity. What I found is that they are becoming increasingly popular for such functions and are often preferable to two separate monitors. In my case, I work remotely and I have several windows open at once for my job. I was using dual monitors . . . well . . . flatscreen TV's, which wasn't super great.I use this monitor for my work laptop with a docking station using Windows 11. I also use it for my Ubuntu Linux desktop. I have it attached to a KVM switch (and there's good reason for that coming up).I'll start by saying, now that I have this set up, it's been a game changer. Obviously, the resolution and refresh rates are way better than what I was using before. Because this is a single, ultrawide monitor, there's no longer a bezel in the middle (where the monitor separation would be). My setup for both my personal and work computers is awesome. The curve actually helps me pick up more in my peripheral vision so I don't need to turn my head as much (a benefit for productivity just like it is for gaming).I am a relatively "tech savvy" kind of person. But since I'm not a gamer, I hadn't had any experience or any need to learn about these monitors prior to now. Because I'm not a gamer, I don't have insane graphics adapters with ultrafast GPUs. My desktop is heavily customized and the GPU was top of the line . . . 5 or 6 years ago. It does what I need it to do and does it well so I see no reason to drop a whole bunch of money into upgrading at this point. My work laptop is . . . well . . . work. The company provides it and they don't provide gaming laptops.Why is this important? If ultrawide is new to you, I'm going to save you a learning curve. I had hoped to just connect each of the two HDMI ports to the separate computers. Nope. I have no ability to unlock/change the aspect ratio for my display on either computer. That typically requires a high end graphics card with the appropriate software installed. Ubuntu and Windows don't do it natively. Because of that, connecting with a single connection does display on the entire monitor but the image is stretched with no real way to adjust it. My graphics adapters just don't support it.Fret not. There is an alternative. These ultrawide monitors have an advanced PiP feature that allows you to "trick" your computer into thinking there are two separate monitors. You need dual monitor support (most laptop docking stations have it and a lot of newer graphics adapters support it even when they're not top of the line). The monitor's settings interface leaves a bit to be desired but at least you get a remote and it does work once you get used to it. Not the worst thing in the world. The nice settings interfaces are on monitors that cost 2 or 3 times as much as this one and again, I'm not a gamer so I don't care about the latest and greatest. My wallet doesn't care either. Once I connected the two HDMI ports to the dual monitor adapters and set the PiP to HDMI 1 and HDMI 2, everything self configured nicely in both Windows 11 and Ubuntu Linux (if you happen to plug in the wrong order, both OS's support you shifting which one is the left vs. the right monitor so you can just line it up - it's easy).But herein lies the second issue. This monitor has 2 HDMI ports and 2 Display Ports. HDMI to DP does not work unless you are going from an HDMI monitor to a DP computer, so I can't use the Display Ports. That's why I have a dual monitor KVM switch. I'm able to connect both computers to the two HDMI ports on the monitor and just switch back and forth as necessary.As I said, I had a serious learning curve and I did end up needing a KVM switch that I wasn't expecting. Not a big deal. Once you get this thing set up, it should serve you well. Depending on the age and power of your graphics adapter and GPU, you may not be able to use it to its full capability. Not a big deal. It means it'll still be good if you end up needing to upgrade. I did get the protection plan just because I saw a few reviews that mentioned dead pixels or malfunctioning after a few months.So far, I've been really pleased with this monitor.

With the mixed reviews and cheap price, I was skeptical. But this curved 40” 22:9 5k2k monitor is great. Don’t know if it will last bc of previous reviews, so I got the extra warranty. But first thoughts, I’m impressed. The stand is solid and make setting up so perfect, I ditched my favorite articulating monitor arm. I can successfully get full res with Display Port via a dock or direct USB-C. The USB ports work if you go straight USB-C. Just note that to set my Mac at full res, the text is super clean but a bit too small. But would be epic for gaming, I’m sure. I’m running slightly lower than full res, since my primary use is coding. With BTT, I can customize my hot areas and drag my windows onto them for custom repeatable window sizing & placement. With BetterDisplay Pro, I can do PIP to add a browser in full screen within the PIP, allowing me to view video or websites without wasting space on the window frame and other browser UI stuff. Also, the blacks weren’t quite as rich as I hoped, but a minimal adjustment to the black compensation setting in the monitor’s built-in setting and it’s looking crisp without messing up the colors or contrast curve. A+ so far. 🤞🏼

The build quality of this monitor is not very good. Compared to the Samsung monitor I bought, it feels a bit lightweight and not solid. However, the display quality of this monitor is exceptionally good. Especially for my office work and coding, the text display is extremely clear and effortless to read. The text appears slightly bolder than on my previous monitor, and the refresh rate is a bit higher, which makes viewing more comfortable.I like this monitor because its height is more suitable. The resolution is 5120x2160, while my previous monitor was 3440x1440, which felt too short. But 2160 is just right. This way, I can use the Picture By Picture function with my two computers very comfortably. Overall, I am very satisfied with this monitor.========Update after 27 days.I found the monitor will have some high frequency noise sound, like the old TV when it has bad signal. The sound will gone after a while, not sure why

Sharp and bright. Love it. Don't use a regular HDMI cable - can't support full 5120x2160. Use the usbc or display port (desktop). Follow the instructions to use the foam to lay the monitor down on when you set up the stand. Sound sucks, but just use different speakers.I've been using the monitor a month or so, and am more than happy - a definite positive being the adjustable height track. This product was clearly designed to be of top quality and usability, and met that goal.