Which TFT Monitor would you buy? And Why?

[Lead_Head]

Out of these two......

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatal...amo_2d002_2dhe

Let me know your reasons...

Also, any others in this price bracket?

Nick

[Aaron]

Out of those two, definately the LG as it has lower response times (16ms compared to 20ms) and a higher contrast ratio (450:1 compared to 430:1).

You might also want to consider this NEC/Mitsubishi one. It's supposed to be good too.

[Lead_Head]

I've found the Hercules DVI version for £285,95 exc VAT......

It seems to be £450+ everywhere else......

http://pcloaded.co.uk/details-8658-17-hercules-pro.html

• Stunning 17" TFT monitor in blue finish with a titanium (silver finish) stand • 1280 x 1024 maximum resolution • 17" viewable area (equivalent to 19" CRT monitor) • Fast 20ms Response time - ideal for gaming • Digital DVI-Input • Digital on-screen controls • Digital titanium buttons • 0.26 dot pitch • Crystal clear picture • Weighs just 6 kilos • Tilt stand, wall mounting or arm mounting • 3 year manufacturers on-site warranty

Will you notice the 4ms difference in games?

Nick

[Gipo]

I personally think the LG monitor looks rather tacky
The hercules one is sposed to be quite good (the LG is a good performer - just looks tacky, and is rather bulky)

G

[Gipo]

I personally have a 17in hitachi tft - can't fault it at all

[5lab]

the herc is dead sexy too

[Zak33]

A few things to consider:

Will you goto LANS or take the screen anywere? If so....read on.

I got my NEC 15" job mainly cos it had a USB Hub in the base....and frankly that alone made it worth owning....its SO much easier to unplug the joystick/camera/USB Hardrive etc ona 4 port hub in the base of the screen...

HOWEVER.....what I found even BETTER was the built in speakers

Yeah...they're pants quality BUT they are acceptable at a LAN party, and cos they have a lead from the sound card to your monitor AND THEN A HAEDPHONE PLUG in the screen its virtually perfect.


So in one hit, I sussed the USB port shortage/convenience, the portability (no more 4 ton big screens ) the speakers at LANS, AND the desktop space..PLUS Headphone plug.

Hope it helps

[Lead_Head]

Cheers for the feedback guys!

I havent been to a LAN, and I dont really intend to.

I have been looking into getting some Creative I-Trigue speakers, so the speakers in the monitor wont be that neccessary....

Anyone got any links for the hitachi monitors?

Nick

[BoB_DoG]

got my 17" NEC 1760NX, and I gotta say its the best purchase i have EVER made. I cant even look at my old monitor anymore (generic 17" CRT), as it is so fuzzy, dull, and small. The other great thing about this monitor is that I can stick my Two fat Mordaunt-Short speakers right next to it, and it wont make this one go purple

I personally believe that the mouse/keyboard/monitor are the most importan parts of a PC, as they are what you interact with all the time. The other advantage is that they dont need upgrading as often as the internals, so its worth spending a bit more to get something proper bo (sorry just watched the entire first series of Bo Selecta in one sitting)

Just my opinion tho

[homerhassall]

Just bought myself a Samsung 172v 17" TFT and got to say I'm well impressed.
Pretty basic spec i.e. no USB's and built in speakers etc but WOW what a picture. Makes my old NEC look like a brick.

£330 from Staples.

Happy hunting

[overfloe]

Originally posted by Lead_Head
I've found the Hercules DVI version for £285,95 exc VAT......

that's £339.99 inc postage.. good price.. but have to be sure it's the one with DVI!

[XTR]

why is this post in the Film, Music, and Home Entertainment forum?