Philips

Philips 439P1

A entry-level 4k monitor for anyone building a living-room setup, leading with 43 in.

42/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
43 in60 HzVA4 msHDR 4003840 x 2160
£525best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it

  • Ethernet passthrough
  • KVM switch
  • Picture-in-Picture
  • Above-average hdmi ports
  • No g-sync
  • Below-average refresh rate
Score profile

Where the Philips 439P1 wins and loses

Scored against the 4k monitors class
DisplayPortsGamingErgonomics27677777
Display
27
Ports
67
Gaming features
77
Ergonomics
77
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Size43 "
Resolution3840
Aspect ratio16
Panel typeVA
Refresh rate60 Hz
Response time4 ms
Peak brightness400 nits

HDR and contrast

HDR certificationHDR 400

Ports

HDMI ports3
DisplayPort1
USB-C1
USB-C Power Delivery90 W
Ethernet passthroughYes
KVM switchYes
Picture-in-PictureYes

Gaming features

FreeSyncYes

Ergonomics

TiltYes
SwivelYes
Height adjust130 mm

Audio

Built-in speakersYes

More specs

USB c ports1
Vesa mount200 mm
Head to head

Philips 439P1 vs LG LG UltraGear 32GR93U

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DisplayPortsGamingErgonomics
Philips 439P1LG UltraGear 32GR93U
 PhilipsPhilips 439P1This pageLGLG UltraGear 32GR93U
Overall score42 /10049 /100Better
Size43 "31.5 "
Refresh60 Hz144 HzBetter
Panel typeVAIPS
Response4 ms1 msBetter
HDR certifiedHDR 400HDR 10
Peak400 nits500 nitsBetter
Who it's for

Is the Philips 439P1 right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable 4k monitor for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need g-sync, in which case a higher-tier 4k monitor is the better call.

Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
okay
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Philips 439P1 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 42/100 against other 4k monitors, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.

What stands out on the Philips 439P1?

Its ethernet passthrough stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the LG UltraGear evo GM9 27GM950B-B?

The LG UltraGear evo GM9 27GM950B-B scores 43/100 versus this one at 42/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.