ASUS VS238H-P vs. BenQ GL2460HM

Adam B

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Hello!

I am trying to purchase a new monitor for my computer. I'm currently using a GTX 760. It will be used for gaming & graphic design.

Both monitors are priced about the same, and their small price difference does not alone sway me in my decision, but my budget is roughly $160.

The ASUS VS238H-P seems to be a pretty great monitor. The BenQ GL2460HM has some great features as well, but it has built-in speakers which I don't need.

Obviously, the speakers aren't an issue, as I can just choose not to use them, but I fear that their inclusion in the monitor possibly took a toll on the quality of the other features of the screen, but I have no idea.

Could somebody with an eye for monitors please help a rookie out?

Thank you!

Also, if you have any OTHER suggestions about monitors in the $150-$160 range that you think are a lot better, I wouldn't mind learning of it.
 

Adam B

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Wow. Thank you so much for your detailed response!

My budget is quite strict, so I don't think I'll be able to dish out much more than my original range. I saw several monitors that seem to come close to what I'd buy, such as:

ASUS VS239H-P - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236288
Acer H6 H236HLbid - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824009483

However, I notice that the GTG response times are quite higher on these monitors, even on these two which I liked.

I doubt small differences in GTG response time matters when creating Photoshop graphics, but game development is my ball field. I do a little graphic design on the side for personal projects, but if it means giving up fast response times, it's best that I not make that trade-off.

I suppose the only way to satisfy both of these would be to enter the $250+ range in IPS monitors, and I unfortunately can't.

Back to the gaming/video aspects, are twisted nematic screens okay for gaming purposes?
Are either of these two TN monitors good for clarity / speed for gaming, or do I have better options for my dollar?

Thanks for your help!