This is Mark’s Tech Blogs review of the Philips 34B2U6603CH/00 curved business monitor.
This unit was sent to me for review purposes. I don’t get to keep it, and there’s no payment involved—just an opportunity to try out a different monitor and share my thoughts. You can also check out the video review here
I’ve been using this monitor for two days, averaging around five hours a day for both work and hobbies. This review is on the longer side because this monitor is packed with features and specs, so I’ve included chapters below to help navigate.
Price
The Philips 34B2U6603CH/00 is priced at around £560 on Amazon, though it often appears for as low as £420 in Amazon’s resale section—offering really good value at that price point.
Design
- Curved design in black, with a silver stand
- Small bezels on top and sides, larger bezel at the bottom
- Stand is height-adjustable and tiltable
- Pop-up webcam on top
- Side USB-A, USB-C, and headphone jack on the left
- Standard control buttons and power light on bottom right
- Busy light, call light, and mute light on the bottom left
- PowerSensor in the bottom bezel that works with Windows 11
- Rear ports: 2× HDMI, 1× DisplayPort, 3× USB-C, RJ45, and 2× USB
- Pull-out earphone hook on the side
Overall, the monitor looks smart and modern but not revolutionary in terms of design.
Specifications
- 34-inch curved screen, 21:9 aspect ratio
- WLED backlight, 16.7 million colours, 4000:1 contrast ratio
- 450 nits (SDR), 550 nits (HDR)
- 3440×1440 @ 100Hz via HDMI, 3440×1440 @ 120Hz via Thunderbolt 4
- Anti-glare surface for better readability in bright environments
Connectivity
- Audio out/mic-in combo
- RJ45 LAN port
- Thunderbolt 4 downstream (15W charging, data, video)
- 2× HDMI, 1× DisplayPort
- USB-C with 100W charging
- Daisy-chain support on Thunderbolt ports (not tested)
- Side ports: USB-C, 2× USB-A
All of this means you can keep your desk tidy and power multiple devices with ease.
Webcam and Audio
- 5MP built-in webcam, 1080p video
- AI face tracking and crop features
- Windows Hello support (not tested on Mac)
- Built-in microphone and stereo speakers
- Adjustable and retractable camera for privacy
Setup
In the box: monitor, stand, HDMI cable, USB-C cable, and power cable.
Assembly is simple. I used a VESA mount which was also easy to set up. The monitor is plug-and-play.
Real-World Usage
I’ve used this daily over the past two weeks. Here are my impressions:
Display Quality
- Crisp and clear visuals
- Noticeable quality improvement using Thunderbolt 4 over HDMI
- High brightness, no noticeable glare
- Curved screen enhances comfort
- Plenty of screen space—great for multitasking
Webcam and Mic
- High-quality video and microphone
- AI cropping works well for video calls
- Webcam retracts for privacy
- Speakers are a bit quiet—external audio recommended for calls
Docking and Ports
The built-in ports and side access make this ideal for connecting peripherals. The headphone hook is a nice touch.
Settings and Menus
Settings are easy to navigate using the physical buttons. You can tweak contrast, brightness, inputs, and more with ease.
Verdict
This monitor includes features tailored for Windows users—such as presence detection and Teams integration—but it still offers a lot for Mac users.
My main complaint is slow input switching when devices are powered on/off, but manually changing inputs is a simple workaround.
Overall, the Philips 34B2U6603CH/00 is a fantastic business monitor with high resolution, a clear display, quality webcam, and a thoughtful design. It might just be the ultimate business monitor for many users.
Learn more or buy: On Amazon
