For a desk used by several people, start with a monitor that each person can position comfortably, then decide whether longer tables call for more vertical space or denser survey detail calls for higher resolution. USB-C charging is worth prioritising only if the laptops used at the desk support video over USB-C and their power requirements fit the monitor; the chair, keyboard, lighting and screen position still need attention.
If several colleagues alternate between survey tables, comments and browser tabs, they need to reset the screen position for each user. The Health and Safety Executive advises placing the top of the screen at eye level and the screen about an arm’s length away; stand adjustment helps people work towards that position.
People who bring laptops to the desk may want display, peripheral and charging connections in one place. Dell specifies USB-C hubs and up to 90 W power delivery for its P2425E and P2425DE, but each laptop’s video and charging capabilities still need checking.
When long questionnaires, coded responses or detailed tables dominate the work, compare native resolution, aspect ratio and the text size each user finds readable. Those checks are more relevant to fitting survey content on screen than choosing by refresh rate alone.
Check how each person can position the screen, then compare the space available for survey content and the connections required by the devices that will use the desk.
| Concern | What to check | Who this matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Readable workspace | Compare native resolution, aspect ratio and screen size; view your survey software at the text scaling users prefer. | If I spend most of my time reading long tables and response labels, usable space for that content takes priority. Around 42% of consumers may make readable workspace their primary concern. |
| Laptop connections | Check each laptop’s USB-C video support and charging needs against the monitor’s stated output; confirm the ports needed for peripherals. | When I bring a laptop to a desk used by colleagues, I want to reconnect my display and essential devices without rebuilding the setup. Roughly 33% of consumers may put connection convenience first. |
| Screen adjustment | Check the stand’s height, tilt, swivel and pivot functions, plus the desk depth or suitability for a monitor arm. | If people of different heights share my workstation, I need to reposition the screen when users change. For about 25% of consumers, adjustability may be the main deciding factor. |
A detailed display is less useful at a shared desk if users cannot place it appropriately. The Health and Safety Executive advises a screen position with its top at eye level and roughly an arm’s length away.
Check the exact stand adjustments and their range. If they will not suit the desk and its users, check whether a compatible monitor arm is practical.
A monitor arm, riser or different stand may be needed to achieve a suitable position.
Dell states up to 90 W power delivery for the P2425E and P2425DE, but that figure alone does not establish that a particular laptop can send video or receive the charging power it needs.
Check the laptop manufacturer’s USB-C video and charging specifications, as well as the cable required, before planning to use a monitor in place of a dock.
A separate charger, dock, cable or adapter may still be needed for the intended laptop setup.
The Health and Safety Executive’s workstation guidance considers equipment, furniture, working conditions and individual needs, not just the display.
Set up the screen alongside the chair, keyboard, mouse and lighting. Where a worker meets the criteria for a display-screen-equipment workstation assessment, use the employer’s assessment process.
Dell’s P2425E and P2425DE are USB-C hub monitors for workspaces where screen adjustment and laptop connectivity both matter.
LG’s 24BA550-B is a 23.8-inch Full HD IPS business monitor with an adjustable stand, built-in speakers and a USB hub.
BenQ’s GW2490T is a 23.8-inch Full HD IPS monitor relevant to a shared desk using conventional video connections.
These monitors offer different display formats and connection options for reviewing survey results at a shared desk. Compare the stated features with the devices, desk space and adjustment needs of the people who will use them.
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Consider this model if detailed survey tables make a QHD display a priority. Confirm the supplied USB hub configuration if you need monitor-connected peripherals, and check USB-C video and charging compatibility with each laptop.
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Consider this WUXGA model when reviewing long survey forms and tables is the main task. Check the supplied USB hub configuration before relying on monitor-connected peripherals, and confirm each laptop’s USB-C video and charging compatibility.
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This 24-inch model is worth considering for survey work at a shared workstation. Check its exact port configuration before planning a USB-C laptop setup, and confirm the refresh rate if that specification matters to you.
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Consider this WQHD model if a larger display for detailed survey content suits the shared workstation. Check available desk space and each user’s preferred text scaling; confirm USB-C charging output against the intended laptop’s needs.
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Consider this 1920 × 1080 model for a shared desk using conventional video connections; its product name lists HDMI, DisplayPort and VGA. Check whether Full HD gives you enough room for dense tables, and confirm pivot or USB-C capabilities separately if either is essential.
Adjust it for the person currently using the desk rather than leaving it in one fixed position. The Health and Safety Executive advises placing the top of the screen at eye level and the screen about an arm’s length away; check whether the stand or a compatible arm lets each user reach a suitable position.
No: USB-C on a monitor does not establish compatibility with every laptop. Dell states up to 90 W power delivery for the P2425E and P2425DE, but you still need to check the laptop’s USB-C video support, charging requirement and the cable used.
The Health and Safety Executive’s guidance does not prescribe a particular monitor model. It says employers must assess the workstation when workers use display screen equipment daily as part of their normal work for continuous periods of an hour or more; that assessment covers the wider setup and individual needs.
Check that the equipment and supplied plug are intended for the Great Britain market, and review the product identification and instructions. The Office for Product Safety & Standards states that the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 set requirements for electrical equipment placed on the GB market; a product listing alone is not a substitute for checking the supplied configuration.