Ultrawide monitors keep getting bigger, and HP’s newest addition is about as wide as they come. The Series 5 Pro 49″ is the company’s largest screen to date, built for people who spend their day juggling spreadsheets, video calls, and games.
The display stretches across 49 inches with a 32:9 aspect ratio, basically the same as putting two 27-inch monitors side by side. Its 1,800R curve helps keep the edges from feeling too far away, while the VA panel runs at 5,120 x 1,440 resolution with a 165Hz refresh rate. That should be more than enough for smooth scrolling or gaming, though HP hasn’t said much about brightness or color coverage yet.
Where HP is trying to stand out is in the extras. The Series 5 Pro has a pop-up 5MP webcam that supports Windows Hello, so it can disappear when not in use and come back instantly for a video call. A USB-C port with 140W power delivery can charge a laptop while driving the display, and the monitor doubles as a hub with USB-A ports, Ethernet, and a pair of built-in 5W speakers.
It’s expected to cost around $1,300 when it arrives in November.
For people who want a single screen to replace a dual-monitor setup, the Series 5 Pro could be a neat option. It doesn’t push the bleeding edge like OLED, but between the webcam, power passthrough, and connectivity, HP is clearly aiming at hybrid workers who want less clutter on the desk and more room on the screen.
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