USB-C monitors are probably some of the most sought after variants right now due to their very flexible suitability in different use-case scenarios. USB-C laptops are now more common than ever, and the current state of the world which made work from home and homeschooling a necessity. USB-C monitors have also spread out through the different price brackets, so there are more options so any and all budgets can enjoy them.
USB-C Monitors and Power Delivery – Why it’s Important
Not all USB-C monitors have enough power delivery to charge your USB-C laptop while its in use and transmitting a video signal. The tendency is that you will discharge your battery, so most will need to plug in the laptop’s charger. For some models like some of the 2018 MacBooks, that isn’t an option since there is only one slot for everything.
So making sure that the USB-C monitor you are buying has enough power or wattage is a must for optimal performance and convenience. Notebook type laptops with low power processors typically need up to 65 watts, but the high-end models with discrete GPUs and multi-core processors will consume 85 watts or more. One easy way is to check your laptop’s charger to see how many watts it provides, then use it as a basis for selecting your USB-C monitor.
USB-C Monitors Database with Power Delivery
| USB-C Monitor | Panel Type | Size/Resolution/Refresh Rate | Power Delivery | Price and Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP E24d G4 | IPS | 24 Inch 1920 x 1080 60Hz | 100 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Dell U2520D | IPS | 25 Inch 2560 x 1440 60Hz | 90 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Philips 346P1CRH | VA | 34 Inch 3440 x 1440 100Hz | 90 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Dell U2720Q | IPS | 27Inch 2560 x 1440 60Hz | 90 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| MSI Optix MAG251RX | IPS | 24 Inch 1920 x 1080 240Hz | 15 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| BenQ EW2780U | IPS | 27 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 60 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| BenQ EW3280U | IPS | 32 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 60 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| LG 27UL850-W | IPS | 27 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 60 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Philips 329P9H | IPS | 32 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 65 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Dell P2720DC | IPS | 27 Inch 2560 x 1440 60Hz | 65 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| ViewSonic VX2485-mhu | IPS | 24 Inch 1920 x 1080 75Hz | 60 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Dell U4320Q | IPS | 43 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 90 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Dell P2419HC | IPS | 24 Inch 1920 x 1080 60Hz | 65 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Philips 346B1C | VA | 34 Inch 3440 x 1440 100Hz | 90 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| HP Z27 | IPS | 27 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 65 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| BenQ SW270C | IPS | 27 Inch 2560 x 1440 60Hz | 60 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| LG 27UK850 | IPS | 27 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 60 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Dell U2719DC | IPS | 27 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 65 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Asus MX38VC | IPS | 38 Inch 3840 x 1600 75Hz | 60 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Dell U3419W | IPS | 34 Inch 3440 x 1440 60Hz | 90 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Lenovo P27U | IPS | 27 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 60 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Dell P2719HC | IPS | 27 Inch 1920 x 1080 60Hz | 65 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Asus PA34VC | IPS | 34 Inch 3440 x 1440 100Hz | 60 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Dell U3219Q | IPS | 32 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 90 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| LG 32UL950 | IPS | 32 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 60 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Philips Brilliance 499P9H | VA | 49 Inch 5120 x 1440 60Hz | 65 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| LG 34WK95U | IPS | 34 Inch 5120 x 2160 60Hz | 85 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Dell S2719DC | IPS | 27 Inch 2560 x 1440 60Hz | 45 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Samsung C34H890 | VA | 34 Inch 3440 x 1440 100Hz | 65 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| Asus PA32UC | IPS | 27 Inch 3840 x 2160 60Hz | 60 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
| HP Z38C | IPS | 38 Inch 3840 x 1600 60Hz | 65 Watts | Check on On Amazon |
-About the Author:
Paolo is a gaming veteran since the golden days of Doom and Warcraft and has been building gaming systems for family, friends, and colleagues since his junior high years. High-performance monitors are one of his fixations and he believes that it’s every citizen’s right to enjoy one. He has gone through several pieces of hardware in pursuit of every bit of performance gain, much to the dismay of his wallet. He now works with Monitornerds to scrutinize the latest gear to create reviews that accentuate the seldom explained aspects of a PC monitor.