Help me choose a 23-24" display.

[Lyfer]

Going to be used for gaming and everyday desktop use. Two requirements, IPS (just love the color quality) and needs a fully adjustable stand. Eventually will get two.

I've narrowed it down to these three:

Dell P2414H - $209 (meets all requirements)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16824260149

Dell U2414H - $239 (thin bezzel which is a plus)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16824260174

Dell U2412M - $309 (1920x1200 vs 1080p and slightly larger screen)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16824260047

Is the Ultrasharp U2412 really worth the premium over the other two?

 

[BrightCandle]

The U2414H is a 6 bit + FRC panel, so if its IPS' colour quality you are after this isn't the monitor to get, its got the colour range and accuracy of a TN panel without the contrast and black point. its 96% of sRGB and only 85% of CIE1976.

The U2414M is the same but it achieves just 82% of CIE1976 gamut.

Dell don't even say what the P2414H is.

The review (http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/dell_u2414h.htm) of the 2414H has the following to say compared to the P2414H:

An obvious question is whether the U2414H is better or not than the P2414H model? The U2414H currently retails for £201.60 GBP (inc VAT) whereas the P2414H is slightly cheaper at £174.00. The main differences you need to consider are:

The connectivity options - the U2414H has 2x DisplayPort and 2x HDMI (with MHL) whereas the P2414H has DVI, VGA and 1x DisplayPort. You need to establish which is more suitable for your needs. The U2414H's HDMI is an added bonus for external games consoles and DVD/Blu-Ray players. The U2414H also has USB 3.0 whereas the P2414H has older USB 2.0 ports only.

Design - the U2414H has the ultra-thin bezel design so may be more suited for multi-screen setups. It also has touch-sensitive buttons if that it important to you.

Performance - overall, both are very comparable. The U2414H has a better default setup and the additional factory calibration brings about some extra accuracy. If you're doing more colour critical work and don't have a calibration device the U2414H has the edge. Other aspects like contrast ratio, response time, lag, viewing angles etc are very similar between the two models. Both have a light AG coating, flicker-free backlight and low levels of IPS glow.

So really the additional cost is for the different connections, USB 3.0 ports, a few design changes and the factory calibration and improved accuracy. Both are very good screens and really are well priced if you compare them to other 24" IPS offerings.

 

[corkyg]

I liked the first one so much,I ordered a second Dell U2412M, and the total cost from Amazon including tax was $279.84. It will be delivered Tuesday.

 

[Tams80]

I liked the first one so much,I ordered a second Dell U2412M, and the total cost from Amazon including tax was $279.84. It will be delivered Tuesday.

That had better be one special monitor!