Test 1 Ease of use

Setup and adjustments.

Physical ease of use may seem a strange test for a device that just sits on your desk, but if you need to tilt, turn or raise your screen, or perhaps even use a VESA mount to put it on a wall or support arm, this is important. For basic requirements these monitors are all quite acceptable, but not all have the full range of adjustments.

Assembly was easy, although the AOC stand can disconnect if not “clicked in” firmly. The AOC, Dell and Samsung displays all offer tilt, height and swivel adjustments. The Acer and Philips only offer tilt; swivel can be achieved by sliding the display and stand together, but you’ll need a box to change their height.

If you want to rotate to portrait orientation both the Dell and the Samsung allow this. VESA mount compatibility is another niche requirement, but all apart from the Acer include it.

“If you want to rotate to portrait orientation both the Dell and the Samsung allow this.”