SuperKungFu Posted August 26, 2008 Posted August 26, 2008 Hey guys, I was wondering if you could give me some suggestion on a new LCD monitor. I’m in the market for around a 20-22 inch LCD screen with some really nice picture quality (something that won’t hurt the eyes). The main thing I’m looking for is the ability to adjust the height of the monitor. Most screens are stationed, but they could tilt, I want one that could actually go up and down. But I’m also open to any suggestions you guys make. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
Flyby Posted August 28, 2008 Posted August 28, 2008 maybe this link will help? hey SKF, check this link out. It's to the Hardocp forum/display thread. Maybe if you join, and post someone there can give you a good lead. Or just do a search there for what you're looking for. http://www.hardforum.com/forumdisplay.php?f=78 The U.S. Congress is the best governing body that BIG money can buy. :cry:
Flyby Posted August 28, 2008 Posted August 28, 2008 ps, if you want a good warranty, BenQ seems to be acceptable. read this link, and check out customer reviews and specs. It's a 24 inch, but I assume a 22 is available. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824014173 Yup!! here's a 22 inch. nice price, and good reviews! http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824014172 good luck, and let us know what you decide on. Flyby out The U.S. Congress is the best governing body that BIG money can buy. :cry:
SuperKungFu Posted August 28, 2008 Author Posted August 28, 2008 thanks man, I think i found a fairly decent one. Its the Viewsonic VX2255wmb The main reason is because it has height adjustability like i wanted. It also has 3 ms reponse time. And a couple features such as built in webcam and speakers (although I think they are kinda weak but I'll be using external speakers anyway) All for $309, newegg sells for $239 so its a pretty good deal [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
littlejohn1959 Posted August 28, 2008 Posted August 28, 2008 thanks man, I think i found a fairly decent one. Its the Viewsonic VX2255wmb The main reason is because it has height adjustability like i wanted. It also has 3 ms reponse time. And a couple features such as built in webcam and speakers (although I think they are kinda weak but I'll be using external speakers anyway) All for $309, newegg sells for $239 so its a pretty good deal :thumbup::thumbup: i own the 20 inch viewsonic . its a little over 3 years old .no problems , great monitor . nice and clear . really sharp looking graphics . you will be very pleased , im thinking . enjoy . cheers . [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
Vekkinho Posted August 28, 2008 Posted August 28, 2008 SKF, Viewsonic ain't a bad idea. I hate names that usualy double the worthiness. ATM I'm also considering a completely new rig and I ran into ViewSonic VX2835wm. It's a 28" widescreen with 1920*1200 display (full HD). It's pretty cheep for such diagonal and response of only 3ms but the only thing that bothers me is 800:1 contrast ratio. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
Flyby Posted August 28, 2008 Posted August 28, 2008 SKF, Viewsonic ain't a bad idea. I hate names that usualy double the worthiness. ATM I'm also considering a completely new rig and I ran into ViewSonic VX2835wm. It's a 28" widescreen with 1920*1200 display (full HD). It's pretty cheep for such diagonal and response of only 3ms but the only thing that bothers me is 800:1 contrast ratio. hey Vek, from what little I understand about lcd monitors, you are right to be concerned with that low contrast number. The response time seems good, but that isn't the only deciding factor for me. Lower contrast seems to mean that blacks will not be rich in color, but rather grayed out. check out the fluff on this Acer 24 inch lcd with a dynamic contrast ratio of 50,000:1!!! No that I believe it, but it's nice reading. I did a search for "best gaming lcd monitor", and this is one hit. Flyby out The U.S. Congress is the best governing body that BIG money can buy. :cry:
Flyby Posted August 28, 2008 Posted August 28, 2008 whoops!!! forgot the link...:music_whistling: ( my edit button only gives me the circular arrows ad-infinitum) http://www.displayblog.com/2008/07/04/acer-g24-worlds-best-contrast-gaming-lcd-monitor/ Flyby The U.S. Congress is the best governing body that BIG money can buy. :cry:
Flyby Posted August 28, 2008 Posted August 28, 2008 Anand tests 24 inch lcds Go here for a good review. it has pictures to look at that show interesting results, imho. Be sure to check the article index (d'uh!)http://www.anandtech.com/displays/showdoc.aspx?i=3302 Flyby out The U.S. Congress is the best governing body that BIG money can buy. :cry:
Vekkinho Posted August 29, 2008 Posted August 29, 2008 Thanks Flyby! Yeah, Monitor is perhaps the most important peripheral (IMHO) so I'd rather spend more cash on a proper monitor than on a stylish designer case or some BS like LED vents. Having a killer GPU is nothing if monitor chokes it's eye candy! [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
Flyby Posted August 29, 2008 Posted August 29, 2008 you said it! Having a killer GPU is nothing if monitor chokes it's eye candy! I don't even think I'll choose a new GPU until I select a monitor first for exactly that reason!:thumbup: Flyby out The U.S. Congress is the best governing body that BIG money can buy. :cry:
Vekkinho Posted August 29, 2008 Posted August 29, 2008 Yeah, I used to build my rigs based upon a good a and long lasting MoBo in terms of compatibility with new CPU and GPU but this time I'll wait for DCS:BS and take it for foundation to build rig upon! [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
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