Best 19 Inch Gaming LCD

[arathemas]

The last post on a gaming LCD that I saw was in early march so I thought I would ask again. I don't know anything about LCDs, but I am in the market for a 19inch gaming LCD. Can anyone give me a run down on what I should be looking for and what models they would recommend? Thanks!

 

[RX8]

hay buddy if you wait a till wednesday i can tell you how well my brand new 19inch tft is. its gonna be dispatched 2moro so i can tell u the results wednesday heres the spec:

19" Hyundai ImageQuest L90D+ TFT Monitor with Speakers - Silver/Black 8ms 1280x1024 DVI-D
Manufacturer: Hyundai

Type (CRT/TFT): TFT

Screen Size (inches"): 19"

Pitch Size: 0.294 mm

Input: D-Sub, DVI-I

Resolution: 1280 x 1024

Viewing Angle (Degree's): 150 / 135

Contrast Ratio: 700 : 1

Speakers:

Response Time (ms): 8ms

Brightness: 300 cd/§³

User Controls: Analog - Brightness,Contrast, H/V-Position, Clock phase, Color Control, Language, Miscellaneous, Auto color Auto Adjustment, Audio
Digital or TV/Video - Brightness,Contrast, Language, Miscellaneous, Audio, Input Select

Power Usage (Watts): 45W

Dimensions (WxHxDmm): 414.2 x 434 x 201 mm

Warranty: - 3 Years On-Site

it should be one of the best 19inch gaming tfts.

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[arathemas]

yeah let me know how its looking, in my research ive heard that the dell 2001FP is a good choice, or some samsung models...but nothing solid yet

 

[HanoverFist]

Just recieved mine today L90D+, have to say I am very pleased with the choice. I couldn't see anyone being dissapointed, especially if your a gamer looking for a solid monitor.

 

[Grave_Digger]

there is a site called "ViewScore" that can help you.
it holds lots of information about LCD displays and other tech parts.
check in for some more information

www.viewscore.com

 

[palmerg]

I have a L90D+. Bought it in Feb just after they were avail at newegg and never looked back. Don't know what they are selling for now but I paid $379 w/free S&H.
It sometimes pays to dig into these forums a bit there is a wealth of information. If you want to know tons about the Hyundai read
<A HREF="http://forumz.tomshardware.com/ce/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&p=20289#20289" target="_new">http://forumz.tomshardware.com/ce/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&p=20289#20289</A> That should give you al the data you need and more.

 

[palmerg]

You forgot to mention that it pivots. It dosen't come with the SW but if you have a Geforce 4 (and maybe others too I just don't know) its built in.
Great monitor - it uses a Samsung panel

 

[arathemas]

I am now looking at the Samsung 930B, it seems to be like the 915N except it has DVI support as well. Any thoughts?

 

[jmwpom3]

I saw the L90D+ on the tigerdirect website for 349,,, but then you have shipping of course,
so, I don't know if that means anything


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[DataCrypt]

Whats the responce time on a CRT I have an old Cornerstone 21" monitor and im thinking about making the switch to LCD and a hardcore gamer so I want max FPS and performance. I hate flickers my eyes are very sensitive to flickering. Anyway just wondering how much of a performance difference there will be.

 

[Toreyn]

One of the main advantages of LCD's, they do not have the issues with "flicker", refresh rates, etc - so easier on the eyes in many cases. Instead, you look for the response time - how fast the screen can refresh a fast moving image, to avoid optical trails and "ghosting." The new screens have a response time under 12ms, so should not be a problem in games. I picked up the Samsung 930b yesterday - still waiting to hook it up though.

 

[RX8]

[-peep-] me guys (i dont mean actually do that) the screen is huge its awsome guys just got back from atrip in london and it was waiting to be unpacked.

the screen is quality, no flicker no ghosting still getting high frame rate with a 6800 at high res, i would recommend it so much more detail.

crisp clear image, i am happy.

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[Seriously]

Just got the Hyundai LD 90+ from Tiger Direct. It's an awesome gamer lcd - I've tried it on Call of Duty so far and it's super. It had a dead pixel though. I contacted the Hyundai service, and they were worthless in swapping. Suggestions: get it from someone like Tiger Direct - they swapped the LCD, no questions.

 

[linewizardiam]

I have tried/tested almost all of these monitors took them all back to the store................ The one I have had for two days and have yet to see a proffesional review on is my Sony SDM-HS95P All I can say is wow it blows me away everytime I turn it on Text, Graphics, Games ( fast fps type) it seems to do it all. Take at look at one I think you will be impessed I was going to buy the new Samsung 8ms 19" and looked at the new LG's again 8 ms 19" I know this is not a good comparison but in the store the picture on the Sony blew the other two away The Sony was 12ms and more expensive but after taking it home and living with for two days I have no regrets text, contrast, blacks, viewability, graphics, movies, fps and racing games all perfect. I love it
Linewizard

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[RX8]

the new sony is a excelent choice it blows my L90D+ out the water stick with the sony. well impressed with the quality but to expensive for me £450 in the uk.

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[palmerg]

Well "blows out of the water" is a bit strong. I've seen it and it isn't close to $300.00+ better by any stretch. Colors are nice, contrast is either better or worse (seen it listed as 1000:1 or 500:1 - haven't looked as sony site) in specs but no height adjust or pivot and that default angle sux. Sony is 12ms and Hyundai is 8ms both respectable gamers as LCDs go.
I'll stick with my Hyundai and won't shed a single tear, but if you like it and want to spend the extra beans then buy it by all means

 

[linewizardiam]

Allot of monitor choice is subjective based on personal viewing preference and needs. But I have tried many LCD's and actually went to purchase a different monitor when I saw/purchased this one and even though looking at the
"specs" the Samsung and LG's were supposed to be as good or better in MHO there was no comparison when actually viewing them side by side. And yes the Sony is expensive and Sony is a pain in the --- to deal with if you have any problems but agaian it just looked so much better than anything else I had looked at that I thought it was worth it for me. I don't need pivot functions and where it sits on my desk works out well for height again that is why they make so many different types of monitors. I know that this LCD was just released and have not seen any profesional reviews on it and that is why I posted the information about it. So those in the market might give it a look and decide based on their own needs and preferences. If you like your Hyundai that is all that really matters.

 

[RX8]

Sony image is more viberant than the hyundai/samsung but sony for general use is a lot better like for offive use e,t,c.

i have seen all 3 makes hyundai fitted in my money available braket there small niggles with the L90D+ like the menu buttons, and it doesent look the best but screen size and 8ms response was enough for me to buy it for gaming, but i would have brought the sony if it wasent so expensive.

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[palmerg]

I agree that it's subjective. For me, my viewing environment, gaming needs, and budget my choice was clear. BTW: what store was showing the sony samsung lg and hyundai side by side? I went to Best Lie, Circuit City, and COmpUSA and that combo was never available. I bought the Hyundai via specs, saw the samsung and lg side by side and the sony on its own.

 

[palmerg]

The sony is a more vibrant panel no doubt due to the 500nit brightness v the 350 nit for Imagequest. I don't think Sony manufactures there own panels although they may. As you may know the L90D+ uses a Samsung panel under the hood. I have an old Sam 171v that the L90D+ replaced. The 171 has softer colors but it wasn't height adjustable. Having that ability, just one great feature among many, I could never get a monitor that just sat almost flush on my desk. If I got the Sony I would have a use for all those old phone books I just threw out. It wouldn't look very good

 

[RX8]

yes i did notice that the angle would be a problem for me if i had the sony, as the sony angles up rather than down this would cause a massive problem for me as my desk has a second shelf for a moniter which is higher and the screen will just look plane stupid on my desk.

Also hight ajustable was great for me but sony did not have that, one thing i dont get about my L90D+ is why does it need to rotate as when you ove it it takes a long time of adjustment with a spirit lvl to get it perfect again lol.

But picture quality is a plus for sony over the samsung/hyundai screen, O well you cant have everything i suppose.

Also to all L90D+ owners have you noticed it takes 5mins for the colour to become just right, its like the LCD screen needs to warm up?

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[palmerg]

one thing i dont get about my L90D+ is why does it need to rotate as when you ove it it takes a long time of adjustment with a spirit lvl to get it perfect again lol.

But picture quality is a plus for sony over the samsung/hyundai screen, O well you cant have everything i suppose.

Also to all L90D+ owners have you noticed it takes 5mins for the colour to become just right, its like the LCD screen needs to warm up?

Sorry I don't know what you mean in the 1st sentance.
Sorry, I may not be as picky because the picture quality is great adn the sonys "added vibrance" (which is a subjective quality and questionably better) isn't worth that much more money for me.
I have never experienced that warm up issue you speak of. COlors are alway what I expect as soon as the LCD is turned on.

 

[linewizardiam]

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[palmerg]

I have tried/tested all of these monitors took them all back to the store................
Have not seen the Hyundai.......

Sorry I must have misunderstood you. Since the L90D+ was the first LCD mentioned in this thread (by rX8) I assumed you had actually seen the Hyundai. At least it appeared that you had.
I live in Sanford and its been a while since I visited Best Lie in Longwood although they just built a new one off Rienhart up my way. I might use that place for taking a look but buying there is another matter altogether, as you may already know.

 

[linewizardiam]

Have not seen the Hyundai.......I apologize I have seen quite a few displays but not that one.
The Displays I have purchased/and taken back in the last year were made by...ben q, lg, nec/mitsubishi, samsung, phillips, viewsonic and I have seen dells, gateways and a eizo nanao at friends houses and looked at multiple others in stores as I'm sure we all have.
But Best Buy in Alafaya/Orlando FL has the Samsung - SyncMaster 19" Flat-Panel TFT-LCD Monitor - Black 930B
1280 x 1024 resolution; DVI input; 8 ms response time; 300 cd/m² brightness; 700:1 contrast ratio

LG - Flatron 19" Flat-Panel TFT-LCD Monitor L1980Q
1280 x 1024 resolution; DVI-D and VGA inputs; 8 ms response time; 250 cd/m² brightness; 500:1 contrast ratio

Sony - 19" Flat-Panel LCD Monitor - Silver SDM-HS95P/S
1280 x 1024 resolution; digital and analog inputs; 12 ms response time; 400 cd/m² brightness; 550:1 contrast ratio

Samsung $469.00 - $90.00 in Rebates Total Cost $ 379.00
Very attractive price point

LG $599.00 - $50.00 in Rebates Total Cost $549.00
Getting Expensive

Sony $699.00 - $100 in Rebates Total cost $599.00
Expensive.

I recieved another $70.00 + $10.00 instantly when I purchased mine so that helped a little more on the sticker shock .

Again just trying to provide some usefull information to help out. If you get a chance to look at this Sony display especially beside other comparibaly speced displays and you do not need height or pivot functions I believe you will not argue that the Sony has superior graphical capabilities. Now based on it's known height or pivot function disparities and the higher price the decicsion is yours. But do try to get as much information as you can and most importantly in my opinion is look at as many as you can especially side by side. Any way hope that helps someone out there. good luck like I said it took me over a year to finally break down and get rid of the CRT............. But WOW what a difference I am quite pleased with the change.




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