Video display max. resolution of a HP Envy desktop?

[lajos1]

Can this desktop support a 4K display. My present monitor has 1920x1020 resolution.

[NonSequitur777 · Accepted solution]

@lajos1,

Welcome to our HP Community forum!

Yes -most HP Envy desktops can support a 4K (3840 × 2160) monitor, but it depends on the graphics hardware in your specific model.

• If your Envy desktop uses integrated Intel UHD or Iris graphics, many of these can handle 4K output, but usually only at 60 Hz via DisplayPort (HDMI may be limited to 30 Hz depending on the Intel generation).

• If your Envy has a dedicated graphics card (Nvidia or AMD), then 4K at 60 Hz (and higher) is fully supported.

Let's check:

1. Look at the back of your desktop and note which video outputs you have (HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI).

   • DisplayPort 1.2 or later = 4K @ 60 Hz supported.

   • HDMI 2.0 or later = 4K @ 60 Hz supported.

   • Older HDMI (1.4) = limited to 4K @ 30 Hz.

2. Right-click your desktop > Display settings > Advanced display settings to see the maximum supported resolution.

Bottom line: If your current monitor only runs 1920 × 1080, that’s just the monitor’s limit -not necessarily the PC’s. As long as your HP Envy has the right port standard, you can connect and enjoy a 4K display.

Assuming you got a 180-watt power supply (please check), a GT 1030 GDDR5 (avoid the GDDR4 options) is the most reliable low-power option for 4K display support. If t wants some light gaming on top, the RX 6400 would be the best balance between power efficiency and capability.

Kind Regards,

NonSequitur777

[lajos1]

Hello there; Thank you very much for taking the time to reply and resolve my issue. According to your evaluation I would be able to upgrade to a 4K monitor.  I have probably a better, more powerful computer than I thought or even deserve, Power supply; 400 W. The video card is an integrated NVIDIA Ge Force GTX 1660 Super 6 GB, GDDR 6 dedicated one, whatever that is. Video connectors; 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x Display port 1.4, 1x DVI-D. I am not even sure what is a DVI-D connector. Which connection method would be better or preferable for a 4K monitor; the HDMI or the Display port, please?  By the way I am not a gamer, but I thought that a 4K monitor would possibly provide a better  visibility/legibility for my old eyes than the present rather simple inexpensive 2K monitor. So a 60Hz reset rate is probably OK for me. By all my previous statements you could also probably assume that I am not a computer expert. Your help again is greatly appreciated. Best regards. Lajos

[NonSequitur777]

@lajos1,

Your GTX 1660 Super is a capable graphics card, and it gives you three output options: HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4, and DVI-D. Let’s break them down:

1. DVI-D

   • This is an older digital connector.

   • It does not support 4K at 60 Hz—so it’s not a good choice for a modern 4K monitor.

2. HDMI 2.0

   • Supports 4K at up to 60 Hz.

   • Works with most TVs and monitors.

   • Since you said 60 Hz is fine, HDMI 2.0 is a solid choice.

3. DisplayPort 1.4

   • Also supports 4K at 60 Hz (and even higher refresh rates on some monitors).

   • Often considered the best choice for computer monitors because it’s designed for PCs, has a little more bandwidth than HDMI 2.0, and sometimes allows extra features (like adaptive sync).

Bottom line:

• For your needs (4K, 60 Hz, non-gaming, better visibility), either HDMI 2.0 or DisplayPort 1.4 will work perfectly well.

• If your new monitor has both ports, I would suggest DisplayPort first, but if your monitor only has HDMI 2.0, that’s fine too.

• Just avoid the DVI-D port -it’s not meant for 4K.

One extra tip: when you connect your new 4K monitor, be sure to check Windows’ Display Settings → Scale & Layout. Increasing the scaling (e.g., 125% or 150%) will make text and icons easier to read, which should help with legibility for your eyes.

Warm Regards,

NonSequitur777

[lajos1]

Hello there; Thank you again for your excellent and very professional reply and assistance. The Dell 32 Plus 4K monitor-S3225QS which I am thinking to purchase has 1 Display Port 1.4 (HDCP 1.4 and 2.2) (Supports to UHD 3840x2160, 120 Hz HDR, VVR). Hope this one would be a good choice and would provide increased legibility versus my present 2K monitor? The price is also reasonable. Plan to purchase a Display Port cable to be used and greatly appreciate the extra tip for the monitor set up also. Best regards. Lajos 

[NonSequitur777]

@lajos1,

Yes, in my opinion, the Dell S3225QS looks like a very smart choice. Going from 2K to 4K at 32″ should definitely give you sharper, more legible text and better overall clarity. Using DisplayPort 1.4 is ideal -your GTX 1660 Super will handle 4K at 60 Hz with no problem, and the monitor itself supports even higher refresh rates if you upgrade later.

With Windows scaling at 125–150% and ClearType enabled, you should see a real improvement in readability compared to your current 2K monitor. A very reasonable upgrade for both work and everyday use!

Kind Regards,

NonSequitur777

[lajos1]

Hello there; Thank you again for your helpful assistance. I could not be more grateful for this.

I would also have a different question/problem with my computer, but I feel that I am already taking advantage of your selfless help. Please let me know if you would be interested to further assist me with this additional issue before I would describe this one to you also?

Regards. Lajos

[NonSequitur777]

@lajos1,

You are most welcome -I am glad I could assist!

Sounds like your follow-up question/additional issue is separate from this topic, so I would suggest you start a new discussion thread, with "NonSequitur777" as part in the subject line, so I can easily identify it as soon as you post it.

Warm Regards,

NonSequitur777

[lajos1]

Hello there; The intended question/topic I have mentioned before became a non issue. Yesterday I was at Best Buy looking for a Display Port cable for my intended purchase of the 4K monitor. While there I asked one of the Geek Squad techs about the issue; namely that if my computer is put to sleep sometimes during the night it comes on by itself? I was worried that somebody is hacking my system. He recommended to shut it down instead, because when at sleep the computer supposedly does that once in a while. So I am shutting it down now and so far no problem. Thank you again for your help. Happy 4-th for you. Regards.

Lajos

[NonSequitur777]

@lajos1,

Glad to hear you fixed your remaining issue!

Happy Labor Day Weekend! 🍺

Kind Regards,

NonSequitur777