Electronic gadgets are no more just a means of obtaining and transmitting information but have rather turned into full-fledged devices of work and vivid entertainment. Modern TVs are no exception. Gamers and daily PC users wonder if TV is a better alternative to their monitor screen. Thanks to advanced television technology, the fine line between television and monitors have almost blurred. Modern TVs are produced in such a way that they can easily interact with other devices.

More so, innovative smart TVs have many features inherent in personal computers - access to the Internet, viewing information from external media, and so on. These options are superfluous for something you want to use as a screen.

Now, the only simple question is - wouldn't it be nice to work or game on a 65-inch 4K TV rather than a monitor? It is tempting for sure as the significantly larger screen diagonal makes it an interesting alternative to a monitor.

It can make sense to use the TV as a monitor. But it all comes down to your requirements and the type of setup you have. It is why we will look at some of the advantages of turning a TV into a computer.

Price

When it comes to price-performance, TVs are unbeatable. Conventional computer monitors are inexpensive. But as soon as you look at screen size above 32 inches, you will notice a significant price jump. But the opposite is only true for TV. While reasonably affordable computer monitors currently end at around 27 inches, the range of TV sets only really begins here.

TV sets between 32 to 40 inches are more expensive than computer monitors of the same size due to the integrated receiver and the obligatory equipment such as audio amplifiers and speakers. However, if you choose screen diagonals above the 40-inch mark, the prices for TV sets only rise moderately, while in the monitor section, only expensive products can be found in that size. Therefore, TV is a better option if you are looking for a large screen to work or play on. You can save big bucks since the cost is much lower than monitors of the same dimensions.

Size

Today the average size of a computer desktop is 24 inches, with trends moving towards even larger inch sizes. Even with the smallest models, televisions start at this desktop-friendly size, but go far beyond that and reach over 100 inches. However, the most popular screen sizes are between 40 inches to 60 inches. Which is rough twice the screen area of a conventional PC monitor. The advantages of a large screen are therefore obvious.

The bigger and wider the screen, the easier it is to immerse yourself in the game world. It is also an advantage for spectators as they have a good view of what's going on from different sitting positions. Games in split-screen mode particularly benefit from the large screen.

Surprisingly, it is even better to use a relatively small television (<40 inches) as a monitor as you will still find the proximity to the screen pleasant.

Plus, the large TV screen size is much more comfortable to watch movies, photos from your last vacation, videos from the wedding, or even play your favorite game.

Convenience

A television is equipped with a large number of ports including multiple HDMI ports, VGA, RCA, and even slots for CI cards. Due to the abundance of ports, a TV is better suited as a monitor than a monitor as a TV. This way you connect to game consoles, streaming boxes, and other devices simultaneously - a single setup for gaming, entertainment, and work. Switching between work and play is much easier with a TV. Therefore, it can become your complete entertainment system.

HDR Capability

The real highlight of a TV is the support of real HDR10 with 1000 nits of pick brightness at a pocket-friendly price. PC monitors significantly lag behind in this area. HDR and 10-bit matrices are gaining popularity. This allows you to bring image quality closer to the boundaries of human perception. PC's with HDR0 support have a huge price tag.

So if you want to enjoy real HDR, you should opt for an HDR10-capable TV set. HDR dramatically expands the number of highlights and shadows, and 10-bit sensors produce more than a billion colors. Among conventional monitors, HDR and 10-bit support are extremely rare.

Audio

Many people forget about this parameter. While audio output is a standard feature for a TV, such an option is very rare for a monitor. A TV comes with built-in speakers, whereas for a monitor, you will have to buy speakers separately. Built-in speakers on the TV are not the best but they still provide a reasonable sound experience.

There are many other benefits such as a higher number of input and output interfaces on a TV, built-in image enhancements, and many more. Summing up, turning a TV into a computer certainly has many benefits. But it all depends on what you want to use it for. When it comes to movies and games, the TV seems to be tailor-made for it. So if you are looking for a second screen or for that matter a larger one, then just opt to turn your television into a monitor.