Help...Pixel-Response time in LCD monitor's???

[cheuyungphat]

I asked this earlier in the Gerneral Hardware section, but didn't get any response. Can anyone tell me if there is any way to find out the "pixel-response time" for an LCD monitor? Are there any tests that will tell you this information? I just purchased a new lcd but cannot find this information about it in the spec sheet or from the manufacturer's website. Thanks in advance!

cheuyungphat

 

[azkiwi]

what is your LCD? Its usually listed in the spec;s unless its really bad.. though sometimes you need to go all the way to the manual to find it.

I don't know of anyway to check the spec.

 

[cheuyungphat]

azkiwi,

Thanks so much for the reply. The monitor is a Microtek C580 that I bought today for $208.00 on clearance. The quality of the text on the display is fantastic (very clear and crisp). However, I cannot find any information about what the pixel-response time is...not in the manual or on Microtek's website.

I just tried the monitor with a DVD and it was "ok", however some of the portions of the movie that were predominantly black/dark were rather "blocky" at times....and I am not sure if this is due to my video card (don't laugh - an All-in-wonder pro 8 MB... I know, old card).

I was hoping to find more info about this monitor. For the price I paid I think it is ok...but I would like to know if it would be great with a better video card or if this is just a limitation of this particular monitor....here is a link:

Microtek C580

Thanks again!

 

[azkiwi]

For two hundred bucks its hard to go wrong with an LCD. If youre happy with the apps - be happy! Looking at the specs I'm guessing from the analog only and the restricted viewing angle, contrast etc that it is from the previous generation of LCD tech, most likely a IPS screen. They have typical response times in the 40-50ms range. Even a moderate upgrade on your video card will probably be worthwhile, but its dubious that you will enjoy the latest FPS games on that screen. But hey - for $208...!!

 

[cheuyungphat]

azkiwi,

Your exactly right...I should be (and am) very happy with this monitor. I must admit that for reading text...it is really a blessing. It makes looking at the screen for long periods of time much easier on the eyes. Now I guess I will retire my Sony CRT to video/game use only and enjoy the rewards of my new "cheap" purchase. Thanks so much for your comments. Best of luck!

cheuyungphat