DEAD: Dell UltraSharp 2408WFP 24" Widescreen Monitor (S-PVA Panel) = $374 - $390 + tax + free shipping on Dell EPP site

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kalrith

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Update: Price back up to $535.50 + tax even after EPP and DPA

Dell UltraSharp 2408WFP 24" 1920x1200 resolution Widescreen LCD Monitor (S-PVA Panel) = $390 ($374 with DPA) + Free Shipping + Taxes

I have to give Lila on SD credit for this. I ordered this myself, and now I'm sharing it with all of you. This monitor regularly dips down to $479 and occasionally into the $415 range, but I've never seen it this low before.

Here's the link. You have to be part of the Dell EPP (Employee Purchase Program) through school, work, etc. (at least you're supposed to; there might be a way to get it work without that).

It's $390 + tax right now, and you can get it for $374 + tax if you pay with DPA (Dell Preferred Account). To get the DPA discount you have to act like you're going to pay with a credit card, and then Dell will offer a 4% discount for using DPA. My total came to $396.25 after tax with free shipping.

This panel is a great choice for those wanting to steer clear of TN panels. For anyone who remembers the awful input lag of the 2408WFP, it has improved from 62ms to 32ms with the latest revision. Just be sure to check the rear of the panel and confirm that it states Revision A02.

Edit: Following the link above will show the monitor as $419. This is before the EPP and DPA discounts. Your cart will look like the following: $599 - $179.70 instant savings - $28.18 EPP discount - $16.77 DPA discount + free ship = $374.35 + tax ($21.90 for me) = ~$396.25.
 

kalrith

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Originally posted by: Deleted member 4644
how do i get dell epp?

You might be able to get Dell's Employee Purchase Program with your school or employer. I personally followed the link from my alma mater's website. I don't think they double-check too closely, but if they do, I can get it through my wife's work (that's what I should've done in the first place).
 

fguo79

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Originally posted by: KPACOTKA
I have this monitor, paid twice. It is a good price for not so good monitor.
I have to agree with you. Once owned a 2408WFP, the S-PVA panel of it is NOT in the same league of the IPS panels. I sold mine on ebay.

The sub $400 is good though.

 

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Originally posted by: fguo79
Originally posted by: KPACOTKA
I have this monitor, paid twice. It is a good price for not so good monitor.
I have to agree with you. Once owned a 2408WFP, the S-PVA panel of it is NOT in the same league of the IPS panels. I sold mine on ebay.

The sub $400 is good though.

Thanks for the feedback. Saves me some time. I'm interested in photo editing along with programming -- if I was just coding, I'd buy one :).
 

Cheesetogo

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Personally, I preferred the 2408WFP to the IPS panels I use now (2007FP and 3007WFP). Don't blow it off just because it's a PVA.

Also, in terms of color accuracy, Anandtech's review places it near the top. http://www.anandtech.com/displ...howdoc.aspx?i=3302&p=5

The Dell 2408WFP looks the same as the 2407WFP, but it offers additional input options, an improved color gamut, and amazing color accuracy even without calibration.
 

alaricljs

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I have a 2408wfp and a 2407wfp side by side on my desk. The 2408wfp has better color/contrast. This is noticeable in photos, movies, and dark games (Doom/Quake/Fallout3).

Other than that it's the same damned monitor. I am glad they took out the numeric input leds on the front though.
 

sao123

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sounds like dell is having stock delays...
I ordered a 2709W during this sale for $594, scheduled to be delivered on the 11th... now delayed to the 18th.


why have a sale on something that you dont have enough stock of?
 

kalrith

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Originally posted by: sao123
sounds like dell is having stock delays...
I ordered a 2709W during this sale for $594, scheduled to be delivered on the 11th... now delayed to the 18th.


why have a sale on something that you dont have enough stock of?

I experienced just the opposite with the 2408. I ordered it on the 4th, and it was out for delivery on the 6th. Unfortunately my office is closed on Saturday, and FedEx Home is closed on Mondays. Therefore, I won't be getting it until tomorrow.
 
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