viewsonic is ok, but samsung, kds and flatron are better in when it comes to high end models, just my opinion. but the difference is minor as long as they use the same tube. just get anything with NF diamond tron/flatron/FD trini tube. mine is KDS 195TF; never set my eyes upon on a better looking monitor... in fact i got so used to this visual splendor i feel awkward when i stare at another monitor 🙂