is this a good 20 inch monitor?

[ss samy]

http://www.directcanada.com/products/?sku=14040MN5351

how are the specs? and how good is the quality of samsung monitors? all opinions are appreciated...if it isn't good, help me find a 20 inch monitor at a similar price with HDCP

thanks

 

[ss samy]

oh and does anyone own that monitor? if so, then how is it for general use and gaming?

 

[Matt2]

Looks like a TN.

Not a true 8bit Panel. It's 6bit + 2x2 dither, 16.2m colors.

Slow response time for a TN, clocking in at <24ms measured.

Poor viewing angles. 160* horizontal + vertical.

HDCP compliant.

Supposedly uniform screen.

I dont know, I wouldnt get it.

 

[ss samy]

can you recommend me a good 20" monitor from www.directcanada.com? I have $300 to spend...

 

[Matt2]

I'll take a look.

Also, if you havent already, take a look at the stickied LCD Buyers Guide at the top of the page. It's a treasure trove of info.

 

[Matt2]

Looks like either the Samsung or this Acer would be your only choices in your price range.

 

[ss samy]

how is this ?

http://www.directcanada.com/products/?sku=14040MN5449

seems like the improved version of the last one, is it worth getting if it makes me go only 11 dollars over budget? (i had a 2k budget and this made it $2011)

 

[Matt2]

Originally posted by: ss samy
how is this ?

http://www.directcanada.com/products/?sku=14040MN5449

seems like the improved version of the last one, is it worth getting if it makes me go only 11 dollars over budget? (i had a 2k budget and this made it $2011)

Honestly, I'm not sure, can't find any specs on it, I'll keep looking and report back.

 

[Matt2]

Well, looks like it's still a TN, but with a 3000:1 DCR and a faster rated response time.

I dont think you'd be disappointed wiht the 206BW.

 

[IlllI]

i think theres a huge thread about the 206BW on hardforums. from what i remember, its gotten pretty decent reviews from those that bought it, but theres also some kind of panel lottery with that model too i believe. some have gotten different panels from others.