HP 24mh FHD Monitor - Computer Monitor with 23.8-Inch IPS Display (1080p) - Built-In Speakers and VESA Mounting - Height/Tilt Adjustment for Ergonomic Viewing - HDMI and DisplayPort - (1D0J9AA#ABA)
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Kpekus
23-11-2024I am writing this review specifically for one major reason. Tech reviewers on YouTube and elsewhere are wont to tell you that a 27 1440p monitor is now the sweet spot and should now be the standard monitor size for work and gaming. A few will tell you they cant use anything less than a 32 monitor. Well, I have a 32 monitor and Ive tried a 27 monitor too. Actually I recently bought two 27 monitors, but I quickly returned them. My 32 monitor is in one of my bedrooms, and I use it every now and then. Is a 24 monitor big enough for work and play? YES. Plenty! Some folks use a 13 laptop for all their computer tasks. The biggest laptop in the world at this moment is the Acer Predator 21X, which has a curved 21 screen. So, everyone who uses a laptop for their computer tasks (and there a many, very many people who work this way), do so on computer screens less then a 24 monitor. As far as I know, there are no monitors at my place of work bigger than 24. In one Gadget Review article, Lawrence Bonk wrote, Professional gamers nearly always use 24-inch monitors instead of larger monitors. Before I go further, let me quickly say that a 24 1080p monitor may very well be the perfect size for any type of task you perform on a computer. It has plenty of screen real estate, and it is not overwhelming. Monitors of this size are cheaper too. A 24 monitor doesnt have much of the wasted spaces I found on my 27 1440p monitors. This 24 HP monitor has two built-in speakers (thank you, HP!). Yes, I often connect my PC via Bluetooth to my JBL Partybox 310, but I love that I have an option of using the speakers in my monitor. I did not like how texts appeared on my 27 1440p monitors. Because of the higher pixel density, the texts were smaller than they appeared on this HP monitor, forcing me to scale up text and picture sizes on the 27 monitors. Without even tweaking the settings on this 24 monitor, pictures and texts were just right. I also played some videos on both the 27 1440p monitor and this 24 1080p monitor. And frankly, the quality was either practically the same on both or even better on this 24 1080p monitor. I dont game. I use my computer for everyday, ordinary tasks (emails, study, paying bills, shopping, VoIP calls, video calls, video conferencing, work-related tasks, web surfing, playing music, and watching videos and movies). I can report confidently that not only is this 24 monitor adequate for these tasks, I also prefer this monitor to the 27 1440p monitor (which I have already returned). Presently, I use two of this 24 monitors in an Extend these displays, dual monitor setup. I love it, but just one monitor would have been adequate for my needs. Some bloggers are adamant that having three monitors is the best for productivity, but I found that to be counterproductive. Not only does a three-monitor setup require more desk space, it also becomes a distraction. I kept asking myself, What should I display on the third monitor? The third monitor was totally dispensable.
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Lindguini
> 3 dayThis HP 24mh monitor has a clear, crisp display and is the perfect size for desktop use (not too big, not too small). It accepts both HDMI and DisplayPort inputs (and even VGA for old school PCs). While Windows will select 60Hz refresh rate by default, you can go into Windows display settings and select 75Hz refresh rate for this monitor. The 75Hz refresh rate really does help smooth out motion. You should also go into the monitors Image menu setting and set Response Time to Level 3 which provides the best VSYNC performance. One of the best features that places this monitor above and beyond its price range is the 90-degree rotating screen, height adjustment, and swiveling base. The stand is rock-solid without any wobble. The speakers are just fine once you discover the menu control I explain below: HOW TO FIX LOW VOLUME SOUND: The built-in speakers are better than some reviewers indicate. I believe most people dont discover that the monitor menu has its own volume control thats set to 50% volume by factory default. If you just connect this monitor to the PC youll automatically get sound through the HP speakers via HDMI or DisplayPort (you only have to use the separate audio cable when using the VGA input). But no matter how high you turn up your PC volume control, youll only get 50% volume from the monitors speakers which is why people complain about low volume. To fix this, all you need to do is go to the Management tab of the monitor menu, select Audio, and then turn up the volume control from 50 (default) to 100 and youll find the monitor speakers are plenty loud. After that, youll only have to use your PC volume control as normal. This is a great quality monitor with features beyond its price range. Fantastic value, HP! ADDITIONAL NOTE: HP sells an identical monitor to the HP 24mh under the model P24h. The only difference is that the P24h has a black plastic logo strip along the bottom instead of silver like the 24mh. Everything else is identical (specs, speakers, height adjustable stand, etc.) plus the P24h comes with both an HDMI cable and a DisplayPort cable.
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Vulcan Nomad
> 3 dayI purchased a Samsung 24 monitor that would fit my custom desk. Problem I had right off was that the Unorthodox way the monitor was powered. Need to use (2) power cords and I didnt like the controls and tint. So I found myself searching for a monitor that would fit just right dimensionally. After looking again after the Samsung, the monitor was right in front of me where I work. Perfect size, no silly power cords. Color, Tint and picture quality was excellent. Easy controls and more controls than the more expensive Samsung. The screen is a Anti-glare screen and for this price, wasnt getting any shadows or glare on it. I really like how the cords connected and the monitor stand was Extremely easy to put together. Unlike the Samsung where I had to install (2) very small screws. For this price highly recommend!
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G.
> 3 dayLooks great, sounds great, and works like a dream! Got to use as a second monitor alongside my laptop and.. despite the latter being on the expensive side, sometimes this monitor just works/looks so much better. Was originally a bit hesitant due to the size and how much space it would take up, but Ive never looked back. Its so easy to read, doesnt give me any screen errors, and has just been the best impulse purchase Ive made in a long time. Really do recommend it, so far so good!
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David A. Myers
Greater than one weekUsing for my Mac Mini M1. Seems perfect for the casual home user on a budget; this was definitely the right choice for me.
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JohnFL
Greater than one weekThe title says it all!! Great, great HP!!!
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cynthia l
> 3 dayI like this monitor. I love the height adjustment! It will be so much nicer than bending my neck to look down at my all-in-one. Hard to find a height adjustable monitor at this price. I did have a bit of trouble getting the operating manual. Spent way too much time looking for a manual for this model on the HP website. FINALLY noticed Get Product Support on the order details page. I soon talked with a very nice human being who sent me a cut and paste address for the manual. Unfortunately, I havent gotten to use it much, other than to check screen quality. I ordered an HP desktop from another vendor at the same time. In my quest to get some questions answered about the computer, I found that HP had no record of the computers serial number. After some googling, I found that is a thing with HP. They dont have a very reliable system for keeping track of their serial numbers. AND, if you have no serial number, there is no way to communicate with HP. Plus, you have no warrantee. Many people find out they have no valid serial number too late. Even the tech guy at the store where I bought the computer had had the same problem. He spent months (in vain) trying to get satisfaction from HP. I am still looking for a NON HP desktop.
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Julia Peterson
> 3 dayI was beyond excited for this package to arrive and oh man am i happy with it. it was so easy to set up, didn’t even need the instructions. the audio quality was a pleasant surprise as i wasn’t expecting very much of it but it turned out to be okay. screen looks fine. everything works great, i’m so happy to be able to play video games in my room! and i know in the picture i’m playing the sims which isn’t super good for testing its gaming capabilities but it worked just fine for rdr2 also lol
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Adam N.
Greater than one weekThis is a great monitor for the price. I never thought I would need a tilt/height adjustment until I got this. It’s watch a movie, gaming, work, etc. adjustments or a nice option. I will definitely be buying another one.
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Ashley S.
Greater than one weekI really like this monitor. I bought two and mounted them to an adjustable stand. I returned a 27 inch Lenovo to buy two of these monitors. One star is removed for the lack of ports on these. The Lenovo had USB ports to keep cords away from my laptop. I have to buy an adapter achieve the same effect now.