[Kaistar]

I had my eye on the same one as well. Then I noticed there was another one with a higher "ms". I remember reading somewhere about it but I can't seem to remember if a higher or lower value would matter much.

Golly.

Thanks for your help Jeph lol. Appreciate it big time. Still hoping for more opinions though. I'm sure there must be a few monitor enthusiasts around...

[dobhar]

I love this one...
- Customer Reviews Of SAMSUNG 2433BW High Glossy Black 24" 5ms Widescreen LCD Monitor 300 cd/m2 DC 20000:1(1000:1) - Retail

I have the 22" model. I've always been a Samsung fan. I've bought other brands but always come back to Samsung.

Another thing to look for is "Glossy" or "Matte" screen finish. I prefer "glossy".
- LCD Monitors: Glossy vs. Matte - Popular Mechanics

[D-A-L]

DJNafey is unloading a few brand new 24" screens but he's based in the UK so maybe not a feasable option.

[DJNafey]

Thanks D-A-L. That's right - we have some 24" flat panel monitors that are incredibly good value for money in the UK (just £158.64 GBP including delivery and tax) but, with international shipping costs and the fact that many technology items are cheaper in the States anyway, Kaistar would be better off buying a screen from closer to home :-)

[jephree]

As a regular customer of Newegg I occasionally get "promo deals" emailed.

Just received one for a 22" LCD.

Newegg.com - NEC Display Solutions LCD225WXM-BK Black 22" 5ms Widescreen LCD Monitor w/ Built in Speakers 300 cd/m2 1000:1 w/ Height & Swivel Adjustments - LCD Monitors

$209.99 Your Price: $189.99

If you want the code just let me know.

[Kaistar]

Hey DJNafey, since you're somewhat in the business as well could you perhaps fill me in on what I should look out for when picking monitors?

[dobhar]

Hiya Kaistar...Just got my "flyer" from NewEgg.ca (cuz I'ma a Canuk) and they've got a Monitor sales going on...
Newegg.ca - Monitors, LCD Monitors, CRT Monitors, Computer Monitors, LCD Flat Screen Monitors, Widescreen Monitors, TouchScreen Monitors

Check out NewEgg.com to see if the same sale is on...

[Kaistar]

Hey guys, I found a deal online. 25% off Dell 19-22" monitors. Seems pretty good a deal to me.

What do you guys think about 22" versus 24"? The price difference is huge in my opinion. about a hundred bucks difference... and for 2 inches?! I wonder why's the case?

The deal for the Dell 25% off ends March 3rd by the way.

Dell coupon: 25% off Dell LCD displays - dealnews.com

[Kaistar]

oh mi god. lookit this!

http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/p...4&sku=320-7345

100 bucks off!

[DJNafey]

Each step up in size generally gives you a higher resolution and that means you fit more on the screen and this can relate directly to an increase in productivity, at least in a business environment where you're more likely to be multi-tasking. I typically have 10 Internet Explorer windows, Outlook with reminders and 4-6 emails open, a couple of Microsoft Word documents and a couple of Microsoft Excel spreadsheets - that's when I'm not really busy! Upgrading from a square 17" CRT monitor to a 22" widescreen flat panel monitor makes life so much easier for me and I'm more productive as a result.

At the risk of starting to write an "article" rather than just a response (!), here's a few typical sizes that might help everyone see the benefit. The first figure is the number of pixels fitted across the screen and the second figure is the number of pixels up and down the screen:

14" XGA laptop or 15" CRT monitor - 1024 x 768
14" / 15" WXGA widescreen laptop - 1280 x 800
17" CRT monitor - 1280 x 1024
14" or 15" SXGA+ premium laptop - 1400 x 1050 (everything will be REALLY small!)
14" or 15" WXGA+ premium widescreen laptop - 1440 x 900
14" or 15" WSXGA+ super-premium widescreen laptop - 1680 x 1050 (everything will be REALLY small!)
17" or 19" widescreen TFT monitor - 1440 x 900
20" or 22" widescreen TFT monitor - 1680 x 1050
24" widescreen TFT monitor - 1920 x 1200

Notice how the resolution is the same on two different screen sizes in some cases - the bigger of the two would take up more space on your desk but it would be easier to see everything as each item on the screen would be a little bigger. This makes them better for older users who often have worsening eyesight.

At the current time, 19" widescreens are the industry-standard but 22" widescreens have recently become REALLY good value for money. In most cases, a 24" screen is hard to justify as you don't get that much extra benefit for the extra money (the equivalent of buying a second 17" or 19" monitor).