which 19" LCD? viewsonic vp912 or LG electronics L1980U

[dannybin1742]

subtitle says it all

newegg with rebate and promo code makes the lg L1980U under $500

and the viewsonic vp912b is $536 shipped

the look pretty similar took

does anyone have either of these, i like to play games so response time is crucial, but i need a bigger LCD (i currently still have a 17" hitachi), i also want a brighter one than the one i have now that has super crisp image quality, i know viewsonic is an awesome brand but i'm curious about the LG electronics brand

any input? i know the list price for the LG is higher than the viewsonic, so thats why i'm asking

need input ASAP, if i go with the LG i want to use the rebate and coupon

LG specs:
Specifications:
Panel Type: TFT Active Matrix LCD
Native Resolution: SXGA 1280 x 1024
Pixel Pitch: 0.294 mm
Brightness: 250 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio: 500:1
Response Time: 12 msView Angle: 160°/ 160° (H / V)
Input Connectors: 15 Pin-D sub / DVI-D
Features: AutoPivot, AutoMirror function Flatron f Engine, OSD Lock, Auto Adjustment, Gamma Control, forteManager
Dimensions & Weight: 16.6" x 16.1" x 10.2" (W x H x D) /11.9 lbs
Manufacturer's Warranty / Phone No.: 3 years QuickSwap Replacement Program / 800-243-0000
Dead Pixels Policy: Replacement or Refund for 8 or more DEAD PIXELS ONLY!


viewsonic specs:

Specifications:
Panel Type: TFT Active Matrix LCD
Native Resolution: SXGA 1280x1024
Brightness: 400 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio: 450:1
Response Time: 12 msView Angle: 160 / 160 (Horizontal / Vertical)
Input Connectors: 2x 15-pin mini D-sub + DVI-D
Dimensions & Weight: 16.4" x 18.1" x 9.4"(WxHxD), 16.5 lbs
Manufacturer's Warranty / Phone No.: Three-year limited warranty on parts, labor and backlight/ 800-688-6688
Dead Pixels Policy: Replacement or Refund for 8 or more DEAD PIXELS ONLY!

 

[dannybin1742]

come-on some one has used at least one of these

 

[corkyg]

It is a matter of personal choice - the ViewSonic spec on brightness is considerably higher. I have a pair of ViewSonic 19 inchers, and they have been perfect running for almost 2 years now - not a dead pixel between them.

Suggest doing a Google on each and adding the word Review so you can compare several lab tests in addition to the subjective opinions you'll find here.

Anyway - it's a bump.

 

[h3r2on]

i have the lg and i love it, the veiwsonic does have better brightness thou. for gaming they both make great lcd's I'd go for the cheaper one since i think you'll be happy with either.

 

[BigFoot74205]

I might aswell ask this in here, what panel does the LG L1980U have?

 

[piotrgurin]

bump

 

[NokiaDude]

I'm using th Viewsonic VX910 and even thought it has a 16ms reponse time, it's awesome. In a year I'll most likely shop for one that has a 8/12ms response time. I notice a tiny bit of ghosting. Darn good buy, 19" LCD for $400. I think dell has the 20" widescreens for $350 something.

 

[Elcs]

I have the LG Flatron 1710B. 17" 16ms panel. Absolutely wonderful piece of technology with little ghosting on a rare occaision and no dead pixels whatsoever after over 8 months of operation.

 

[Fisher999]

bump

 

[ribbon13]

*cough* L90D+ *cough*