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I was like you and didn’t like curved TVs… but I have ultra wide curved displays at home/work, and this use case is awesome! Every part of the screen is about the same distance from my eyes. A typical 34” (3440x1440) is about the same pixel count as 2.5 1080p displays, but with no bezels to split the screen… so it’s perfectly centered. With separate displays I need to center one and set one way off to the side, or center the bezel split and need to always turn my head one way or the other. Webcam is centered. Cable management is easier (one power, one signal). Brackets are less bulky. Desk is cleaner looking.
You’ll get a little less area than 2x 27” 1440p displays.
I don’t know how important HDR is to you. I’ve always had good luck with Dell ultrasharp longevity. They have a 34” for $350.
Dell Curved Gaming, 34 Inch Curved Monitor with 144Hz Refresh Rate, WQHD (3440 x 1440) Display, Black - S3422DWG https://a.co/d/hOrP5cv
trying to avoid 4k res for some legacy software that won't scale the f*@ing user interface, it's toolbars become far too small for usability (I have a secondary workstation at work that has a 4k display and I can't use it for modeling / photoshop / etc. use it mostly as a render slave anyway.
I hear ya - I’m recommending 1440p ultrawide, so the scaling will be the same as the other displays you are seeking.
many thanks!