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So, I'm finally building a new rig, as my old iMac finally kicked the bucket for good. Since it was an iMac, I'm going to need to buy a monitor. I've already decided on an IPS monitor, as TN doesn't have anywhere near the color accuracy I need. I want to use the monitor for a lot of gaming, but it also has a high likelihood of being used for map-making and photo editing, so good viewing angles and colors are important. I need only find a IPS monitor that has the least amount of ghosting and response time possible. I might also need one that is height adjustable, or at least some guidance on whether to go with height adjustment or a stand.
I'm also stuck on all of the different coating types for monitors. Glossy might not work that well because of how many windows are in the room where my computer will be, but it is also very clear and vivid. And there's all of the different kinds of coatings, with matte and AG and different hardness for each one and semi-glossy and its all very daunting when searching for a good one. Throw on top of that the necessity for a good set of speakers, a microphone and a webcam because all of that stuff was built into the previous machine, and everything starts to pile up. I'm not sure how much stuff I should look for in the monitor itself, if I should focus on getting good connectivity, if I should try and get built-in speakers (they'll be rarely used, so I'm not sure about spending a lot on desk speakers), if I should try and find a decent desk microphone or get a webcam with a high quality mic (if such a thing exists), or anything, really.
So, I know that's a lot of stuff, but I haven't had to buy a computer monitor in ten years, so I'm pretty out of the loop. If it helps at all, I do have at least one recommendation from someone I know.
http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us...
How good would something like this be? I've heard conflicting reports about the thickness of the anti-glare coating on it and am remaining apprehensive. I also don't have a lot of particularly good shops near me where I can see monitors in person except for Best Buy, so chances are I'll be forced to make a blind purchase, so I'd like as much external info as I can get. Maybe I'm being paranoid, but I want to be as secure as possible before I drop hundreds of dollars onto a monitor.
I'm also stuck on all of the different coating types for monitors. Glossy might not work that well because of how many windows are in the room where my computer will be, but it is also very clear and vivid. And there's all of the different kinds of coatings, with matte and AG and different hardness for each one and semi-glossy and its all very daunting when searching for a good one. Throw on top of that the necessity for a good set of speakers, a microphone and a webcam because all of that stuff was built into the previous machine, and everything starts to pile up. I'm not sure how much stuff I should look for in the monitor itself, if I should focus on getting good connectivity, if I should try and get built-in speakers (they'll be rarely used, so I'm not sure about spending a lot on desk speakers), if I should try and find a decent desk microphone or get a webcam with a high quality mic (if such a thing exists), or anything, really.
So, I know that's a lot of stuff, but I haven't had to buy a computer monitor in ten years, so I'm pretty out of the loop. If it helps at all, I do have at least one recommendation from someone I know.
http://accessories.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us...
How good would something like this be? I've heard conflicting reports about the thickness of the anti-glare coating on it and am remaining apprehensive. I also don't have a lot of particularly good shops near me where I can see monitors in person except for Best Buy, so chances are I'll be forced to make a blind purchase, so I'd like as much external info as I can get. Maybe I'm being paranoid, but I want to be as secure as possible before I drop hundreds of dollars onto a monitor.
Prankman
October 16, 2014 9:40:22 PM
Looks like the MX279H has another variant that's 23", might be a bit better for 1080p resolution. http://www.asus.com/us/Monitors_Projectors/MX239H/ Looks like the best I'm going to get out of an Asus monitor of its size as well. And for a bit of an oddity, it seems there's another variant of the monitor, though I can't seem to find any significant differences. http://www.asus.com/au/Monitors_Projectors/MX239HR/
Any thoughts?
Any thoughts?
luisquiles
October 12, 2014 7:51:52 AM
luisquiles
October 12, 2014 7:38:24 AM
Well I found this:
The ASUS VX279Q is better in two ways:
1. Cheaper
2. The VX279Q is AH-IPS
Advanced High Performance IPS (AH-IPS) - Improved colour accuracy, increased resolution and PPI, and greater light transmission for lower power consumption.
I'm using a 24" 1080p and is really good for me. Bigger the screen lower the PPI.
Go for the ASUS VX279Q:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
The ASUS VX279Q is better in two ways:
1. Cheaper
2. The VX279Q is AH-IPS
Advanced High Performance IPS (AH-IPS) - Improved colour accuracy, increased resolution and PPI, and greater light transmission for lower power consumption.
I'm using a 24" 1080p and is really good for me. Bigger the screen lower the PPI.
Go for the ASUS VX279Q:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
Prankman
October 12, 2014 7:16:19 AM
I might've found a good monitor! Want some feedback on this. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
There's an updated version called the VX279Q, but I found some info here http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-2208972/asus-vx2... that says the MX is better. Also, will 27" be too small for a 1080p monitor?
There's an updated version called the VX279Q, but I found some info here http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-2208972/asus-vx2... that says the MX is better. Also, will 27" be too small for a 1080p monitor?
luisquiles
October 9, 2014 4:16:55 PM
BradleyJames said:
asus VG248QE 144 hz monitor best gaming monitor on the market, imo. He's searching for IPS and the ASUS VG248QE is TN:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
BradleyJames
October 9, 2014 3:57:07 PM
luisquiles
October 9, 2014 3:45:12 PM
This monitor from LG is cheaper an got better response time that the DELL on the above link:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
Do not go higher than 5ms response time if want to get the best experience when playing.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...
Do not go higher than 5ms response time if want to get the best experience when playing.
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