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Hey Guys!
Just signed up for an account here although I have lurked around for some time now. This seems like a great community where one can get well informed recommendations!
Well, let’s get to the point! I have decided to come back to computer gaming after 7-8 years of using consoles. I am in the process of putting together a decent system that should have plenty of horse power to display high quality content (GTX770 4GB or GTX780). Earlier this year I got Panasonic VIERA TC-P55GT50 as my TV and I have been absolutely spoiled by the greatness of that screen.
I have been trying to decide on what type of monitor to get and I have managed to narrow it down to a few choices. Although I do have some flexibly in my budget ($200-$250), I would prefer if I didn't push its boundaries too much . The reason I am setting the budget a bit lower is that I might consider going to a tri-monitor setup in the near future.
I am looking for recommendations between the following monitors and price points:
Dell U2412 – Refurbished from Dell - $200 Shipped
BenQ GW2750HM – New from Newegg - $170 Shipped
ASUS VS247H-P – New from Newegg - $120 Shipped + rebate
ASUS VS239H-P – New from Newegg - $150 Shipped
ASUS VS24AH-P – New from Newegg - $200 Shipped
Anything else that might seem like a good fit?
If some of those prices seem low, it’s because I am factoring in some gift cards on top of the huge discounts from the sellers. The cheap ASUS monitor (TN Panel i believe) is in the list due to the super low price. I know the rest of them have their own sets of strengths and weaknesses (IPS glow, bleeding, viewing angles, resolution, contrast), but I cannot decide which one is best at the current price points. I have read numerous threads on here and around the net, looked at professional reviews (tftcentral), but I just keep getting more uncertain.
Monitor will be used for:
60% - Gaming
20% - Movies/Videos
10% - Browsing/Email/Reading/etc
10% - Amateur Photoshop/Photo Editing
I understand that with the budget some sacrifice will be have to be made. I have been also looking at 120Hz and 1440p monitors, but I feel that at and around that price point they will be lower quality.
Thanks in advance and sorry for the wordy post!
Just signed up for an account here although I have lurked around for some time now. This seems like a great community where one can get well informed recommendations!
Well, let’s get to the point! I have decided to come back to computer gaming after 7-8 years of using consoles. I am in the process of putting together a decent system that should have plenty of horse power to display high quality content (GTX770 4GB or GTX780). Earlier this year I got Panasonic VIERA TC-P55GT50 as my TV and I have been absolutely spoiled by the greatness of that screen.
I have been trying to decide on what type of monitor to get and I have managed to narrow it down to a few choices. Although I do have some flexibly in my budget ($200-$250), I would prefer if I didn't push its boundaries too much . The reason I am setting the budget a bit lower is that I might consider going to a tri-monitor setup in the near future.
I am looking for recommendations between the following monitors and price points:
Dell U2412 – Refurbished from Dell - $200 Shipped
BenQ GW2750HM – New from Newegg - $170 Shipped
ASUS VS247H-P – New from Newegg - $120 Shipped + rebate
ASUS VS239H-P – New from Newegg - $150 Shipped
ASUS VS24AH-P – New from Newegg - $200 Shipped
Anything else that might seem like a good fit?
If some of those prices seem low, it’s because I am factoring in some gift cards on top of the huge discounts from the sellers. The cheap ASUS monitor (TN Panel i believe) is in the list due to the super low price. I know the rest of them have their own sets of strengths and weaknesses (IPS glow, bleeding, viewing angles, resolution, contrast), but I cannot decide which one is best at the current price points. I have read numerous threads on here and around the net, looked at professional reviews (tftcentral), but I just keep getting more uncertain.
Monitor will be used for:
60% - Gaming
20% - Movies/Videos
10% - Browsing/Email/Reading/etc
10% - Amateur Photoshop/Photo Editing
I understand that with the budget some sacrifice will be have to be made. I have been also looking at 120Hz and 1440p monitors, but I feel that at and around that price point they will be lower quality.
Thanks in advance and sorry for the wordy post!
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