LCD / DVI question

[Vallybally]

Hi, I'm in the market for an LCD soon, and I love the look and reviews of Dell LCDs.

Question to experts: What are the key important features and why?

-dot pitch
-contrast ratio
-response time
And especially DVI. Does it make any noticeable difference? Cause that 17" LCD (non ultrasharp) at $280 tempted me, but it had analog not DVI connector so I hesitate...

And what happens if you have dead pixels on arrival, will they replace it or usually no? Seems risky if they don't...

edit: Forgot to ask about Native resolution. I hear that LCDs often work 'best' at their native resolutions, that true?

 

[Daemonifuge]

I just ordered the Dell 2001FP 20.1" LCD monitor directly from Dell. Once I receive it, I will post back on how it performs =]

EDIT: I will be receiving it in a few days.

 

[EGGO]

Yes, it is best that LCDs work best at their native resolutions. As for the contrast ratio of the Dell LCDs, their color isn't really that impressive, but it boasts a great response time to make up for it.

 

[Daemonifuge]

Sorry it took me so long to reply, but I just got the monitor today. Someone stole the original one, and I finally called up Dell, and they told me that they had shipped it out, but it never arrived to the carrier. But, dell sent a brand new one via overnight shipping and here it is.

To tell you the truth, this is the best monitor I have ever used. It is crystal clear, it came with no dead/stuck-on pixels, and it is just all around awesome.

Now sometimes, you hear people complain about ghosting. So far, I haven't notice any ghosting whatsoever. It is absolutely perfect.

The monitor has a very, VERY clear picture and it also is shows the colors perfectly. In fast, the picture is so clear, it looks like I am looking at an actual painted picture.

If you are in the market for a new LCD montitor, I recommend the Dell Ultrasharp 2001FP 20.1" monitor. It is on sale now, 25% off($169.80 USD,) and it is $850.00 without the discount. With the 25% off, it is $679.20.

I hope this helps.

 

[JBT]

Originally posted by: Daemonifuge
Sorry it took me so long to reply, but I just got the monitor today. Someone stole the original one, and I finally called up Dell, and they told me that they had shipped it out, but it never arrived to the carrier. But, dell sent a brand new one via overnight shipping and here it is.

To tell you the truth, this is the best monitor I have ever used. It is crystal clear, it came with no dead/stuck-on pixels, and it is just all around awesome.

Now sometimes, you hear people complain about ghosting. So far, I haven't notice any ghosting whatsoever. It is absolutely perfect.

The monitor has a very, VERY clear picture and it also is shows the colors perfectly. In fast, the picture is so clear, it looks like I am looking at an actual painted picture.

If you are in the market for a new LCD montitor, I recommend the Dell Ultrasharp 2001FP 20.1" monitor. It is on sale now, 25% off($169.80 USD,) and it is $850.00 without the discount. With the 25% off, it is $679.20.

I hope this helps.

I am getting mine tonight if UPS ever shows up.... Ican't wait I 'll have a review of it once I use it some.

 

[Daemonifuge]

Originally posted by: JBT

Originally posted by: Daemonifuge
Sorry it took me so long to reply, but I just got the monitor today. Someone stole the original one, and I finally called up Dell, and they told me that they had shipped it out, but it never arrived to the carrier. But, dell sent a brand new one via overnight shipping and here it is.

To tell you the truth, this is the best monitor I have ever used. It is crystal clear, it came with no dead/stuck-on pixels, and it is just all around awesome.

Now sometimes, you hear people complain about ghosting. So far, I haven't notice any ghosting whatsoever. It is absolutely perfect.

The monitor has a very, VERY clear picture and it also is shows the colors perfectly. In fast, the picture is so clear, it looks like I am looking at an actual painted picture.

If you are in the market for a new LCD montitor, I recommend the Dell Ultrasharp 2001FP 20.1" monitor. It is on sale now, 25% off($169.80 USD,) and it is $850.00 without the discount. With the 25% off, it is $679.20.

I hope this helps.

I am getting mine tonight if UPS ever shows up.... Ican't wait I 'll have a review of it once I use it some.

UPS was the shipping company that stole m y first one =[ FedEX is much better and faster.

 

[JBT]

I wouldn't doubt it. I HATE UPS. They delivery crap to my house at like 7-9 PM every damn time. It REALLY annoying. Fedex does at like noon.... sooo sweet I love Fedex :heart:

So far I must say this monitor is AMAZING. no dead pixels and BEAUTIFUL. I have been watching the Sox game on it all night and played a little bit of CS:Source too. I still have to do HW though so I have to keep it short for now.