Question regarding LCD displays

[Aravot]

I want to buy a LCD display, what I have to look for, what is a good contrast ratio, higher better or lower.
thanks

 

[Utterman]

First, let me ask you:

How much to do you want to spend on it?
How big do you want your screen to be?

 

[Aravot]

around $700 to $800 not less than 17"

 

[Kingofcomputer]

Eizo L565, Samsung 172T