In 2019 I got a triple 27" display setup for my work desktop. It was okay, much more useful than the two smaller displays previously. Unfortunately, the IT guy who spec'd them was the kind who would search by one or two primary specs, sort by price, and buy the cheapest one regardless of overall performance. You've probably met the kind, they think frugal and cheap are synonymous but all they're really doing is ensuring the highest available PITA per dollar ratio.
In my case it meant that, yes, I had three 27" 1080p monitors, but they were dim, poorly resolved, flickery, and generally hard on eyes. I compensated somewhat with settings but they still sucked, there's only so much you can do withing the hardware's inherent limits. The new IT guy is much more appreciative of good optical performance. End result is I now have a trio of Dell UltraSharps. Lower-tier UltraSharps, sure, but still in the category. Clear, bright, and sharp with good contrast and ample refresh rate. In use the difference is night and day. Still have minor eye strain computer-heavy days, but it's nothing compared to the almost-everyday eye discomfort and nagging headaches before.
Yeah, good monitors are worth it.
Brad
