I need some responses quick. I have a choice of either a Sony 24" Trinitron CRT (GDM-FW900) or the Samsumg 21" LCD (213T). The LCD will be $150 more expensive. Help me decide!
Pros for the GDM-FW900:
- 1.5" more viewable screen area
- can run at 1920x1080 resolution (16:9 ratio) (the resolution I plan on running at, assuming it doesn't make things way too small)
- more accurate colors for digital photo processing
- $150 cheaper
Cons:
- a behemoth of a monitor - close to 100 pounds (altho I do have the office space)
- do eyes get more tired looking at CRT?
- analog connection
Pros for 213T
- smaller and lighter
- cool factor
- DVI connection
Cons:
- can only run up to 1600x1200
- $150 more
I have a Radeon 8500 from which I'll be running the monitors. I mostly do web browsing, digital photo processing, and some gaming. I know the monitor is overkill for what I do, but it's a little treat to myself. I just like having massive desktop real estate.
Lastly, does anyone know if the 1920x1080 will make things appear relatively the same size as 1280x1024 on a 17" LCD?
Your response is much appreciated.
Pros for the GDM-FW900:
- 1.5" more viewable screen area
- can run at 1920x1080 resolution (16:9 ratio) (the resolution I plan on running at, assuming it doesn't make things way too small)
- more accurate colors for digital photo processing
- $150 cheaper
Cons:
- a behemoth of a monitor - close to 100 pounds (altho I do have the office space)
- do eyes get more tired looking at CRT?
- analog connection
Pros for 213T
- smaller and lighter
- cool factor
- DVI connection
Cons:
- can only run up to 1600x1200
- $150 more
I have a Radeon 8500 from which I'll be running the monitors. I mostly do web browsing, digital photo processing, and some gaming. I know the monitor is overkill for what I do, but it's a little treat to myself. I just like having massive desktop real estate.
Lastly, does anyone know if the 1920x1080 will make things appear relatively the same size as 1280x1024 on a 17" LCD?
Your response is much appreciated.