Best Monitors for Microsoft Surface Pro Windows Central 2020

Microsoft's Surface Pro lineup, including the refreshed Pro 7 and Pro X, has all the tools necessary to be your number one device, including a beautiful PixelSense touch display. But that doesn't mean you won't be setting up a workspace at home or the office. In that case, you're probably looking for an external monitor — something that lets you get more done thanks to its size and its resolution. Note that you may need an adapter to connect some of these monitors to your Pro, which uses a Mini DisplayPort or USB-C for video out.

Great Multipurpose Option: Dell UltraSharp U2719D

Editor's pick

Dell's U2719D 27-inch monitor has a 2560x1440 resolution and IPS panel for a stunning picture, and its lack of bezel makes it seem like the picture reaches edge to edge. Connect with HDMI or DisplayPort, take advantage of five USB-A 3.0 ports, and mount the monitor easily thanks to VESA compatibility.

Save Space and Money: ViewSonic VX2457-MHD

Staff budget choice

Don't have much room on your desk? This 24-inch ViewSonic monitor has a 1080p display with TN panel, 2ms response time, and 75Hz refresh rate. It also has AMD FreeSync, though that should only apply with connected gaming PCs. Connect with either HDMI or VGA.

Stunning 4K: HP Z27

4K monitors are an excellent investment in the future, and HP's Z27 is one of the best around. It has a minimal bezel around the 27-inch display, color reproduction is nearly perfect, and the adjustable stand lets you get the proper angle. Connect with HDMI, DisplayPort, or USB-C, and take advantage of a three-year warranty.

Ultrawide Picture: LG 25UM58-P

For getting more done at once, this 25-inch ultrawide monitor from LG allows you to split the screen up to four times. It has a resolution of 2560x1080 with a 21:9 aspect ratio, an IPS panel, and two HDMI ports for connecting two PCs at once. Enjoy a refresh rate of 60Hz and 99% sRGB color reproduction.

Pro 4K HDR: BenQ PD2700U

If you're looking for a monitor that can start a multi-monitor daisy-chain from your Pro 7 or Pro X, this will do it thanks to DP Out support. It has perfect sRGB and Rec. 709 color reproduction, as well as HDR10. The 27-inch display has a 4K resolution with an IPS panel for wide viewing angles. Connect with DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort.

Budget 27-Inch: BenQ PD2700Q

A 27-inch monitor is the right size for a lot of people, but the higher price can be restrictive. BenQ's PD2700Q tries to narrow the gap, bringing a 1440p IPS display with perfect sRGB color reproduction. It's stocked with features designers will love, and you can connect with DisplayPort, HDMI, and Mini DisplayPort.

16:10 Aspect Ratio: Dell UltraSharp U2415

If you love Dell's UltraSharp lineup but don't need a considerable monitor, there are the 24-inch U2415. You still get almost no bezel at all, a stand that can be adjusted for tilt, swivel, and pivot, and VESA compatibility. Connect to this 1200p display (16:10 aspect ratio) with HDMI or DisplayPort and enjoy near-perfect sRGB color reproduction.

Portable Display: Lenovo ThinkVision M14

The Surface Pro is portable by design, so you might be looking for a new display that can tag along. Lenovo's ThinkVision M14 is ultralight, yet it has a 14-inch 1080p display with 99% sRGB color and 300 nits brightness. Connect with one of two USB-C ports, prop it up with the swivel stand, and enjoy an extra display for bonus productivity.

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If we're making some suggestions

Any of the monitors in this roundup can make an ideal addition to your Surface Pro, including the refreshed Surface Pro 7 and Pro X, but there are a couple that we suggest to take a look at first.

Dell's 27-inch UltraSharp U2719D brings a high resolution, beautiful build quality, and a ton of ports to the table, making it the best all-around pick for most people. Keep it on the adjustable stand or mount it on the wall to save space on your desk. It's not the cheapest option in this roundup. Still, Dell doesn't mess around with its monitors, and you should be pleased with the display no matter what you use it for.

If you'd like native USB-C connectivity to work easily with the Surface Pro 7 or Pro X, HP's Z27 is also an outstanding 27-inch choice. It has almost no bezel, a stunning picture with near-perfect color reproduction, and an adjustable stand so you can get a couple set up next to each other for a true workstation.

If 27 inches is a bit too big, and you don't want to spend hundreds of dollars, the 22-inch ViewSonic VX2457-MHD makes a better choice. It's inexpensive, and it has a 1080p TN panel, 75Hz refresh rate, and 2ms response time. The stand can be adjusted, and it includes AMD FreeSync support if you have a secondary gaming PC with AMD hardware.

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