Best QHD Ultrawide for a Productive Mac Setup? (LG 34WN780)

I used to have (and love) the 49" LG superultrawide... until it had an accident. The latest ultrawide I'm testing is LG's 34" $600 QHD beauty. There's a LOT to like here (including massive productivity gains) and a few small annoyances.

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[AngeloArenas]

Just a note on 01:07, QHD is not 4K, rather, it is 2K. UHD, on the other hand, is 4K.

[rickvug]

I got a variant of this monitor with USB-C, a curved display and a more advanced VESA mount (34WP88C-B). Honest first reaction is actually fairly negative to be honest. The brightness and resolution of my MacBook Pro has me spoiled. Text just looks slightly "fuzzy" compared to what I've gotten used to and the brightness is just slightly low. Too bad as the screen real estate itself is awesome. Toying with the idea of going to a 34" 4K UltraFine instead. Wish the 5k-6k options were more affordable.

[frankmagx]

What is that iPad stand? Just snagged this display, great value!

[whatisjoedoing]

this is perfect vid for me lol cause i'm currently watching this on the 49inch LG. I've had it for two years, and realizing i wanna downsize.

[LenRamSa]

Nice setup!. You mentioned that it’s charging your MBP (although it’s not optimized for that). I’m curious to know, what ports are you using on the monitor and on the Mac?.

[MajorChisholm]

I think you have just sold me on my new monitor. Subscribed. I dont see a video on the 40 inch yet. Also, where did you get that awesome coffee cup? And what's in your coffee to get that froth? Or is it a really good stout beer? HA. Thanks for the video man!

[alfredtk]

i dont think it is a 4k monitor(3440x1440) ??!

[clwoni]

Great video. I like how you are stright to the point ! Can you purchase the Monitor arm separately if not which one would you recommend buying instead?

[ypeltier]

Hi! What do you think is the optimum distance between your eyes and the monitor?
I really like your desk, how wide and deep is it ? I would like to buy something which is similar.
PS Thank you for this LG review, it was informative.

[wndrblvd]

Were you able to test the USB type A and type B ports at the back of the monitor if it can support wired keyboard, mouse or any device?

[spartangreen]

Hi, What is the model of the articulated arm that you are using?

[MrWLJ]

Thank you, very helpful video. Keep up the good work!

[josiahdiaz]

Hey man, what’s your desk size? Thank you!

[lukaszcze]

Hi, Nice review overall, but can you tell me does this monitor have PIP or PbP?

[alldaymax]

What about the back led light you get there?

[TylerStevens]

Hey Chris, are you still using this monitor? Any regrets? I just got an M1 mini and want to get rid of dual monitors and go to one nice ultra wide. By the way, Go Broncos!

[opilates]

Thanks for the video, mind if I ask what resolution your running your Mac?

[mhttshr]

Hi! What is that mind-mapping tool at 1:00?

[seadogdiogo_mylifeinmotion]

hey! what swivel lamp is that? link? thanks!

[simamalysheff]

What is the mount/stand which you have for your iPad on the side?