After a decade turning out tepid, appliance-like devices, monitor manufacturers have exploded with creativity over the past few years. New monitors come in all shapes and sizes, at resolutions between 1080p and 5K -- and refresh rates that rise into the hundreds.

There’s even a push to redefine the core LCD technology that’s defined monitors since the CRT’s demise. LG’s 34WK95U-W is one such example. It has many impressive specifications including 5,120 x 2,160 resolution, HDR, and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity. Then there’s the ‘Nano-IPS’ panel, which LG says has “enhanced phosphors” to improve color gamut.

This 34-inch ultrawide is indisputedly impressive on paper, and at a retail price of $1,500, it’d be better. Can this monitor set a new standard for image quality?

Is there a better alternative?
The LG 34WK95-U is the leader in ultrawide image quality. If you need the very best, look no further.

Price matters, however, and that’s where the aging Samsung CF791 makes a stand. It doesn’t match the LG’s image quality, but it’s very close. It even has some features the LG doesn’t, including a curved screen and AMD FreeSync support.

Given its price, you could also consider larger monitors. Dell’s Ultrasharp 49 also targets professional and workstation owners, and its 49-inch screen dwarfs the LG 34WK95-U.

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