Whats the best 19 inch LCD for the buck?

leafs-ruleleafs-rule
edited May 2005 in Hardware
Hey guys. Im plannin on buying a 19inch LCD monitor, and Im wondering if any of you have any experience with any of these:

Dell 1905fp
http://accessories.dell.com/sna/ProductDetail.aspx?TabPage=techspecs&sku=320-4113&spagenum=1&category_id=211&brandid=&k=&c=ca&l=en&cs=CADHS1&mnf=&prst=&prEnd=&mnfsku=&orderby=&searchtype=&pageb4search=&page=productlisting.aspx&instock=&refurbished=



BENQ FP931
http://accessories.dell.com/sna/ProductDetail.aspx?TabPage=techspecs&sku=A0485559&spagenum=&category_id=211&brandid=&k=&c=ca&l=en&cs=CADHS1&mnf=&prst=&prEnd=&mnfsku=&orderby=&searchtype=&pageb4search=&page=productlisting.aspx&instock=&refurbished=

Samsung SyncMaster 915N
http://accessories.dell.com/sna/ProductDetail.aspx?TabPage=techspecs&sku=A0460490&spagenum=1&category_id=211&brandid=&k=&c=ca&l=en&cs=CADHS1&mnf=&prst=&prEnd=&mnfsku=&orderby=&searchtype=&pageb4search=&page=productlisting.aspx&instock=&refurbished=

They are all about the same price, and Ive heard good stuff about all. The 915N has an 8ms response time, which I would imagine would be great for gaming which is the primary function of my PC. But Ive seen great reviews for the Dell1905fp, and the BenQ FP931 also has a low response time(16ms) as well as being a few bucks cheaper. Do any of you have any experience with these and could you comment on it?

Comments

  • Jeff34BuffJeff34Buff Lakewood, CO
    edited May 2005
    I've got the 912n which is very similar to the 915.

    I only have two complaints:

    1) The adjustment buttons on the front are black on black making it very inconvenient to adjust the monitor. (Cheap decals would have at least made them visible).
    2) It's analog, not digital (minor point).

    Overall, the 912n was a very good value. It's bright, doesn't flicker, good from odd angles. I still have yet to see more bang for the buck in a 19" LCD. It wasn't the best of the 19" monitors, but it was $200 less than the ones that were comparible. One thing I wouldn't do is buy that one from Dell at $523!!! You can get a 915 for under $350 if you find a deal. New Egg has them for $325:

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16824001185

    And the higher end 19" Samsung is on special, It's got all the bells and whistles (but not much difference in picture). However that price makes me want to go with dual monitors!!

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16824001156

    Monitors are one of those items you cant simply compare numbers on. I've seen some high end, expensive models that didn't look as well as a bargain brand. My (or anyone elses} likes and dislikes might not be in tune with your own. Go to the local retailer and compare them before buying. Shop in person, buy on line. If a retailer really wants your business he'll meet your price, otherwise.....

    (I don't feel pity for retailers, who will take advantage of you without mercy whenever they can!)

    Jeff
  • KwitkoKwitko Sheriff of Banning (Retired) By the thing near the stuff Icrontian
    edited May 2005
    I've got the FP931. The contrast ratio and viewing angle could be better, but in games I haven't noticed any ghosting. Even at non-native resolutions, games look great.
  • NiGHTSNiGHTS San Diego Icrontian
    edited May 2005
    Of the two monitors you listed, the brightness and contrast ratios are at different values, does that make any difference in the end?

    If you're going to buy an LCD monitor, what do you look for in terms of contrast ratio and brightness level?

    And does the analog LCD differ that much over digital? Specifically in terms of gaming.
  • ronboronbo Connecticut
    edited May 2005
    I bought the Samsung SyncMaster 915N when it went down to $350 with free shipping from newegg. It is great. With the 8ms responce time there is no gosting at all on any game I play. The colors are just as bright as my old Sony trinitron 19 inch. But the old Sony drew 250watts even in sleep mode. This baby only draws 35watts. The type is not quite as clear as it was on the Sony but I am a gammer not a reader...best investment I made this year.

    ps stay away from that one at Dell, did you notice it was a refurbished one?
    newegg is the only way to go...
  • NiGHTSNiGHTS San Diego Icrontian
    edited May 2005
    *bump for my questions
  • Mt_GoatMt_Goat Head Cheezy Knob Pflugerville (north of Austin) Icrontian
    edited May 2005
    I would get one of these two and not buy it from Dell.


    SAMSUNG 915N-BK Black 19" 8ms LCD Monitor 300 cd/m2 700:1 0.294mm Pixel Pitch

    HYUNDAI L90D+ Silver 19" 8ms LCD Monitor 300 cd/m2 700:1 Built in Speakers 0.294mm Pixel Pitch - Retail
  • RiversCuomoRiversCuomo Missouri New
    edited May 2005
    I further recommend a very good, relatively inexpensive monitor (Hyundai 8ms Response 19inch LCD
Sign In or Register to comment.