Looking for a new LCD

[Jc Hawk]

I am looking for a new LCD monitor for my PC. I know next to nothing about monitors. My PC is primarily for games, music files, internet, and DVD. Budget is 275.00. I could go for 300.00. Idealy Id like a 19" but I dont think the budget will allow for a quality 19". Ill settle for a 17" if the quality is adequate for what I want to do. I found a rosewill LCD but little to no reviews.

SpecificationsModel
Brand Rosewill
Model R911J
Cabinet Color Black
Display
Panel TFT LCD
Screen Size 19"
Display Type SXGA
Recommended Resolution 1280x1024
Viewing Angle 170°(H) / 170°(V)
Pixel Pitch 0.294mm
Display Colours 16.7 Million
Brightness 250 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio 600:1
Response Time 16ms
Horizontal Fresh Rate 30 KHz~79 KHz
Vertical Fresh Rate 56 Hz~75 Hz
Connectivity
Input Video Compatibility Analog RGB, Digital DVI
D-Sub 1
DVI 1
Power
Power Supply 100~240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption 48W (typ.) / <3W (Off mode)
Convenience
Regulatory Approvals CE, FCC, VCCI, BSMI, UL
Built in Speakers 2W×2 Stereo
Dimensions
Dimensions (W×H×D) 17.2" x 18.2" x 2.6"
Weight 14.5 lbs
Temperature Range 5°C~40°C
Humidity Range 20%~80%
Warranty
Manufacturer Warranty 1-Year parts, labor and backlight


For 259.00 + 12.00 for fedex shipping New Egg.

I am not entirely opposed to a CRT. I think I could get a good 19" Flat screen for about the same price. Any commentary would be greatly appreciated.

 

[2Xtreme21]

LCD's are a great investment as I think they woop the pants off of CRT's. However, I made the mistake of buying one from Newegg (or any online retailer for that matter) and have to put up with 2, rather distracting, bright pink pixels near the the middle of the screen. Due to the 8-dead-pixel policy that Newegg has, I cannot return it.

Now I'm happy as heck with my monitor, but if you want to be guaranteed of no dead pixels, you may find yourself better off buying from somewhere B&M or Dell or whatnot.

 

[fishstickz]

I love my 17" Acer LCD Monitor.

DVI and D-Sub Inputs, 1280x1024 native resolution, and mine is very bright with no dead pixels.

Newegg price: $245.00 + 10 for shipping.

Newegg Link

I heartily recommend it.

Edit: I bought mine from ZipZoomFly, to take advantage of free shipping.

 

[cockeyed]

Tiger Direct has an Acer 1912 - 19" LCD for $229.99 after $50 rebate. I've had this LCD for several months now and have been pleased with it. It has no bad pixels and the color, contrast and sharpness are all very good. It is coupled to an ATI 9800 vid card which I use to set it up instead of the OSD. It does not have DVI input, but it does not appear be cause for concern. I only play Tiger Woods 2004 Golf game; it looks and plays real good. This LCD is rated at 16.7M colors and 16ms response.

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[Oyeve]

I love my 2 Dell 1905FPs. Keep checking with Dell, sometime these babies go for real cheap.