Which is the best overall LCD monitor

There will always be personal preference to be accounted for, but I'd suggest something on the high end from Samsung with PVA screen or NEC with S-IPS screen... and in UXGA.

I thought you were asking a theoretical question....

My favorite widescreens, both with Brite screen, are the NEC 20WMXG2 and the Gateway 2185W...

My favorite 4:3 is the Samsung 214T.

From FiringSquad...

"...NEC LCD displays have taken first prize in both monitor round-ups at FiringSquad due to their superior colors and excellent pixel refresh performance. The first time NEC won was a surprise, the second time less so, and now NEC has a lot to live up to. NEC monitors have always started off at a disadvantage given higher prices, yet performance has always been measurably better than the competition. For those looking for a true high-end monitor, the price premium has always been justified. In the end, I guess this shouldn’t have been a surprise given that NEC and Mitsubishi’s heritage with display technology dates back into the 80’s. They are one of the few manufacturers who have a commercially available LED-backlit display, and have a full lineup of medical-grade monitors.

The GX2 line from NEC is designed for professional gamers. The 20WMGX2 is a 20” monitor but preserves the same high resolution 1680x1050 resolution that the HP and Gateway offer. This brings pixel pitch down from .270mm to.258mm meaning that images will be sharper, although the screen is smaller..."

You say you watch animation... well, the NEC is the only S-IPS screen and will have the best color fidelity (has a TV tuner built in, too).

For your other choices, you've listed the equivalent of a BMW, Lexus, and a Toyota Corolla (the ViewSonic).

I guess you'll have to go check them out at a local computer retailer. If you have a Microcenter store in your area, that would be my first choice.

I see well thanks for the help.

I'll eventually make my descition.