Desk Setup Myths: Do You Really Need Dual Monitors in the Age of Ultrawides?

For years, dual monitors were the productivity badge of honor. Today, ultrawide displays challenge that assumption—and not everyone actually needs two screens anymore.

Why Dual Monitors Became Popular

Dual setups solved real problems:

• Separation of tasks


• Reduced window switching


• Better multitasking

But they also introduced:

• Bezel breaks


• Head turning


• Uneven color and scaling

What Ultrawides Do Differently

A single ultrawide offers:

• Continuous workspace


• Flexible window snapping


• Better focus flow

For many users, one well-sized ultrawide replaces two mismatched displays.

When Dual Still Wins

Dual monitors still make sense for:

• Dedicated vertical + horizontal workflows


• Streaming or monitoring dashboards


• Heavy multitasking across fixed apps

The myth isn’t that dual monitors are bad—it’s that they’re always necessary.

Sometimes fewer screens mean less friction.