Best monitor for less than $400

[manshiny]

So, I'm looking at buying a monitor for my new computer set up. Wanting to use a full surround setup with three screens.

I'm not very good when it comes to displays and monitors, but I have an idea of what I would like.

I'm looking for between 24 and 27 inches.
Resolution of about 1920x1200 or 2580x1440. I would like fast response times also and possibly 120hz, as well as high contrast ratio.
Almost forgot to mention. I'd also like it to have a good solid, adjustable stand.

I do a lot of programming, editing (videos and photos) and I want to get into modding for games. I also play a lot of heavily modded games and watch movies and tv shows in full HD.

I'll be running them along with three EVGA GX680 4gb, so I have all the grunt in the world for them, I just want to make sure they're high quality.

Finally, I want to keep my budget at around $300-350, but will extend to $400 if needed. 3D isn't important, but I would like 120hz as mentioned above. Thank you

 

[Deleted member 362816]

With that budget I would personally buy I named brand lg,samsung so on 2580x1440 monitor.

 

[timnswede]

This monitor looks like it fits your needs. 144 Hz, 1 ms response time, 1080p, and 3D capable. It doesn't come with the 3D stuff, but that's to keep the cost down, and you said 3D isn't that important to you so it should be fine. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=24-236-313&cm_mmc=SNC-YouTube-_-NETV-_-U02a4Z1-htI-_-24-236-313

Oh and for a 1440p your best bet would be the Yamakasi Catleap in that budget. They're only sold on ebay as far as I know.

 

[manshiny]

I decided to go with the Asus VG248QE.

Having 144hz, 1ms and 1080p @$300 is way to good to pass up on, and with 3D capabilities I can grab a kit down the track. It looks like a great deal.