Useful mainstream capacity
The 25-pound rating covers many conventional 32-inch-and-smaller monitors.
Amazon Basics
Premium Single Monitor Stand (Legacy)
A legacy gas-spring desk arm for screens up to 32 inches and 25 pounds, with VESA 75/100 support and clamp or grommet mounting.
- Score
- 7.3/10
- Est. life
- 8 yrs
- Cover
- 1 yr
Last-known catalog price
$99.99
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Product Overview
The Amazon Basics Premium Single Monitor Stand was sold as a single articulating desk arm for monitors up to 32 inches and 25 pounds. It supports VESA 75 and 100 mounting, rotates between landscape and portrait positions and can be installed with either a desk-edge clamp or grommet hardware. The see...
Specifications
- OverviewBrand
- Amazon Basics
- OverviewProduct category
- monitor-arms
- OverviewExpected lifespan
- 8 years · We Buy It For Life editorial estimate
- Warranty & ServiceWarranty
- 12 months · Amazon Basics limited warranty when sold new
- Additional detailsAdjustment
- Articulating gas-spring arm
Why We Love It
The features that make this product stand out from the competition.
Two desk-mount options
Clamp and grommet hardware make the stand adaptable to common desk layouts.
Simple VESA compatibility
Standard 75 and 100 mm patterns cover most compatible office displays.
Detailed Quality Score Breakdown
Core Performance
Primary Performance
8.2
The archived manufacturer manual documents the supported monitor limits and adjustment method.
Feature Richness
6.5
The manual covers VESA attachment, clamp and grommet installation and portrait rotation.
Build Quality
8.0
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Reliability Score
8.2
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Longevity
Durability Rating
8.3
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Wear Resistance
7.4
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Component Replaceability
6.5
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Design Timelessness
8.0
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Serviceability
Repairability
6.0
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Spare Parts Availability
6.2
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Warranty Coverage
6.4
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Service Network
5.8
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Value
Total Cost of Ownership
8.8
The Amazon ASIN is retained for identity, but regional mappings and current stock are inconsistent, making current...
Resale Value Retention
6.1
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User Satisfaction
8.0
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
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What monitor weight does the Amazon Basics Premium Single Monitor Stand support?
The stand is specified for a monitor weighing 5 to 25 lb (2.3 to 11.3 kg). Confirm the actual display weight before installation, especially when using a legacy or remaining-stock unit, and repeat the tension setup if the mounted weight changes.
Can this monitor stand use either a desk clamp or a grommet-style mount?
Yes. The manual describes a desk-clamp mount for attaching the arm at the edge of a tabletop and a plate/grommet mount for a hole away from the edge. For the grommet setup, the mounting surface must be 0.31 to 2 inches (8 to 51 mm) thick, with the base and clamp plate contacting the surface on both sides of the hole.
How can the monitor orientation be set to portrait, landscape, or free rotation?
The monitor can be locked in portrait or landscape by inserting the supplied M3 × 6 mm screw into the front of the upper-arm plate. Leave that screw out to allow 360-degree rotation. To change between locked and free rotation after mounting, the manual says to remove the monitor from the upper arm first.
Which screws should be used to attach a monitor to this stand?
The manual lists M4 × 10 mm screws or M4 × 10 mm knobs for attaching the upper arm, but the monitor may require a different screw type or length. Check that the supplied hardware fits before mounting: screws that are too large can damage the threaded holes, while screws that are too short may not hold the monitor securely and screws that are too long may damage its interior.
How do you adjust the stand if the monitor will not stay in position?
After installation, adjust the vertical, tilt, and arm tension so the monitor moves smoothly and remains where set. The manual says to loosen or tighten the relevant tension screw in small increments; do not remove the screws or overtighten them, because the monitor may fall or the monitor or stand may be damaged.
How should monitor cables be routed on this articulating arm?
Route the cables along the upper and lower arms using the supplied cable ties and covers, but leave the ties loose rather than overtightening them. Set the monitor to its highest position before securing the cables so they retain enough slack for height and movement adjustments; tight ties can damage cables when removed.
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