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Shop›Monitors›Philips 5000 series 40B1U5601H/00 computer monitor 101.6 cm (40") 3440 x 1440 pixels Wide Quad HD LCD Black
Philips 5000 series 40B1U5601H/00 computer monitor 101.6 cm (40") 3440 x 1440 pixels Wide Quad HD LCD Black
£570.49
£684.59 inc. VAT
Out of Stock(0)MPN: 40B1U5601H/00
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Key Features
Philips 40B1U5601H
5000 Series
LED monitor
40" (39.53" viewable)
3440 x 1440 UWQHD @ 120 Hz
IPS
300 cd/m�
1200:1
Product Overview
AI-generated summary
At £567.71 ex-VAT for a 40" ultrawide, the Philips 5000 40B1U5601H is *not* a “cheap upgrade” — it’s a “replace your desk setup” kind of buy. You’re paying for screen real estate and a clean, productivity-first experience, so it makes sense for people who live in spreadsheets, dashboards, coding IDEs, and multi-window work. If you’re coming from a 27–32" setup, this will feel like you’ve upgraded your workflow rather than just your monitor: more horizontal space means fewer window swaps and less constantly re-arranging layouts.
That said, I wouldn’t recommend it to everyone. If you’re mainly gaming, or you need lots of colour-critical work, you may find better value elsewhere depending on panel performance and calibration options (and Philips ultrawide lines are typically chosen for office value rather than hardcore media/gaming bragging rights). Also, go in expecting that “40-inch ultrawide” is physically big — check your desk depth and viewing distance, because if you end up too close you’ll feel it rather than enjoy it.
**Who should buy:** office-heavy users and analysts who want one monitor to do the job of two, and have the space for it. **Who shouldn’t:** buyers chasing the best gaming response/blur handling or those with strict colour/pro imaging needs who should compare against more specialised models.
Why This Product
DisplayPort-out for connecting additional displays
With DisplayPort-out you can connect multiple high resolution displays with just one cable from your first display to the PC. The ability to daisy chain multiple displays enables you to create a cl...
Built-in KVM switch to easily switch between sources
With the MultiClient Integrated KVM switch, you can control two separate PCs with one monitor-keyboard-mouse setup. A convenient button allows you to quickly switch between sources. Handy with setu...
Collaboration-ready webcam with noise-cancelling mic.
This Philips monitor comes with a built-in 5 MP webcam, noise-cancelling microphone and speakers, making it perfect for working from home and collaborating remotely. It is equipped with advanced se...
Earphone hook: Accessory within reach
The unique design of the headphone hook on the side of the Philips monitor brings the tidiness and cable management of your working station to the next level. Its easy access lets you put aside you...
MultiView enables simultaneous dual connection and view
With the ultra-high resolution Philips MultiView display you can now experience a world of connectivity. MultiView enables active dual connect and view so that you can work with multiple devices li...
PowerSensor saves up to 80% energy costs
PowerSensor is a built-in 'people sensor' that transmits and receives harmless infrared signals to determine if the user is present and then automatically reduces monitor brightness when then user ...
Specifications
Display
Display diagonal40 "
Display resolution3440 x 1440 pixels
HD typeWide Quad HD
Native aspect ratio21:9
Display technologyLCD
Performance
NVIDIA G-SYNCN
AMD FreeSyncN
Fast chargingY
Fast charging technologyPower Delivery
Component video syncSeparate sync
Multimedia
Number of speakers2
RMS rated power10 W
Built-in speaker(s)Y
Megapixel (approx.)5 MP
Built-in microphoneY
Design
Market positioningBusiness
Product colourBlack
Front bezel colourBlack
Feet colourBlack
Ports & interfaces
Built-in USB hubY
USB hub version3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
USB upstream port typeUSB Type-C
Number of upstream ports2
Number of USB Type-C upstream ports quantity2
Network
Ethernet LANY
Ergonomics
VESA mountingY
Panel mounting interface100 x 100 mm
Cable lock slotY
Cable lock slot typeKensington
Height adjustmentY
Power
Energy efficiency class (SDR)G
Energy efficiency class (HDR)G
Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours41 kWh
Energy consumption (HDR) per 1000 hours60 kWh
Power consumption (typical)40.2 W
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