High Quality IPS Monitor?

[trclac]

My Samsung monitor died over the weekend with a plume of white smoke coming out of the rear grill. It was enough to set off our smoke detector, and I immediately powered it off and unplugged it. Thank God I was home at the time the thing decided to go. It was about 5-6 years old, and I have sent Samsung a lengthy note about this, but I am now in need of a monitor.

Ideally, I would like to purchase a high-quality, IPS monitor, primarily for computing and watching high definition movies. I'm not a gamer, so I am not in need of a ROG type monitor, but, nevertheless, I would like to get the latest technology, best picture, highest resolution, etc. And, while I have no time to research monitors, I need to replace it ASAP. I am therefore hopeful that someone has some recommendations. Oh, and a nice, long warranty would be nice, too, if there is such a thing.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Eximo]

Size, budget?

Easy enough to spend several thousand dollars on a professional grade monitor. Can't make a recommendation without those two basics.

 

[yeskay]

My Samsung monitor died over the weekend with a plume of white smoke coming out of the rear grill. It was enough to set off our smoke detector, and I immediately powered it off and unplugged it. Thank God I was home at the time the thing decided to go. It was about 5-6 years old, and I have sent Samsung a lengthy note about this, but I am now in need of a monitor.

Ideally, I would like to purchase a high-quality, IPS monitor, primarily for computing and watching high definition movies. I'm not a gamer, so I am not in need of a ROG type monitor, but, nevertheless, I would like to get the latest technology, best picture, highest resolution, etc. And, while I have no time to research monitors, I need to replace it ASAP. I am therefore hopeful that someone has some recommendations. Oh, and a nice, long warranty would be nice, too, if there is such a thing.

Thanks in advance.

Consider this:

LG 25UM57-P Black 25" 5ms GTG HDMI Widescreen LED Backlight LCD Monitor IPS 250 cd/m2 5,000,000:1 - $199.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824025122&cm_re=ips_monitors-_-24-025-122-_-Product

Specifications:

LG 25UM57-P 25" Class 21:9 UltraWide™ IPS LED Gaming Monitor (25" Diagonal)

Screen Size 25"

PICTURE QUALITY

Resolution 2560 x 1080
Panel Type IPS
Aspect Ratio 21:9
Brightness 250 cd/m2
Color Gamut sRGB over 99%
Response Time 5ms GTG
Refresh Rate 60Hz
Contrast Ratio (DFC) 5M:1

INTERFACE

HDMI 2

FEATURES

Black Stabilizer Yes
Game Mode Yes
Reader Mode Yes
Factory Calibration Yes

SOFTWARE

Dual Controller Yes
Screen Split Yes

POWER

ENERGY STAR® Qualified Yes

Cheers!

 

[Eximo]

Wouldn't call that the highest resolution available myself. Just a wider FHD screen.

3440x1440 if I were to buy an ultrawide right now.

Also "4K", really UltraHD, 3840x2160 to consider

And 5K, 5120x2880 available for 4K development.

 

[trclac]

Eximo - In response to your question, I would like at least a 27", and I am thinking upwards of $700.

Any specific suggestions would be great!

Thanks.

 

[Eximo]

Not a huge fan of the base, but it is reasonably priced:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824009727&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=3938566&SID=

There is this 32" which may or may not be out there for $700, but if you want immediate replacement it isn't an option:
Acer B326HK YMJDPPHZ

For a more reputable brand, head on over to Dell:
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=bsd&cs=04&sku=210-ADOF

 

[yeskay]

Eximo - In response to your question, I would like at least a 27", and I am thinking upwards of $700.

Any specific suggestions would be great!

Thanks.

Consider this:

34" UltraWide 21:9 Display
3440 x 1440 Resolution
Covers 99% of the sRGB Color Spectrum
IPS Panel Technology
LED Backlit
320 cd/m² Brightness
178°/178° Viewing Angles
2 x HDMI / 1 x DisplayPort Connectors
2 x Thunderbolt Ports
100 x 100 VESA Mount Compatible

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Monitor: LG 34UM95-P 60Hz 34.0" Monitor ($866.26 @ B&H)
Total: $866.26
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-06-15 18:54 EDT-0400

Cheers!

 

[trclac]

Eximo - In response to your question, I would like at least a 27", and I am thinking upwards of $700.

Any specific suggestions would be great!

Thanks.

Consider this:

34" UltraWide 21:9 Display
3440 x 1440 Resolution
Covers 99% of the sRGB Color Spectrum
IPS Panel Technology
LED Backlit
320 cd/m² Brightness
178°/178° Viewing Angles
2 x HDMI / 1 x DisplayPort Connectors
2 x Thunderbolt Ports
100 x 100 VESA Mount Compatible

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Monitor: LG 34UM95-P 60Hz 34.0" Monitor ($866.26 @ B&H)
Total: $866.26
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-06-15 18:54 EDT-0400

Cheers!

Thanks. I actually saw this on a list of "top" monitors. Looks like a really nice display. I am definitely considering it.