Looking for a good, but affordable 1080p monitor for my new build!

[bammeh]

I recently just did this build:

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1fmLQ

And I am currently looking for a display that will suit my needs. I am currently hooked up to a 32inch LG HDTV, but it is sort of old, and only has support for 720p, which actually looks horrible to me.

What I need it to have:
- HDMI input
- 1080p( or 1080i I will accept)
- Affordable ($100-$200, may increase)
- Not sure on the size. I think 32" is HUGE for gaming. What sizes do you suggest?

Thanks for any help you guys can give!

 

[slomo4sho]

This is a solid low budget choice:

Monitor: Asus VS238H-P 23.0" Monitor ($119.99 @ Newegg)


IPS screen:
Monitor: Asus VS239H-P 23.0" Monitor ($159.99 @ Microcenter)

 

[sam_p_lay]

For 1080p you really want 23-24" if it's gonna be sitting on your desk in front of you. I'd recommend the ASUS PA238Q, PB238Q, MX239H or VG23AH. The VS239H-P is probably also a decent bet.

 

[bammeh]

I can probably swing the Asus VS239H-P. Is it pretty good? I can get it from MicroCenter tomorrow or Sunday probably. If there is anything better, let me know because I want to do a little research before I just go buy buy buy

 

[misterjoe100]

Hey I am selling an extremely good 24" IPS monitor. It's $240 shippied. If you have any interest please PM me. Here is the thread link.

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-1694104/dell-ultrasharp-ips-monitor-240-shipped.html

 

[sam_p_lay]

The other options are too pricey? If so, definitely take the VS239H-P.

 

[sam_p_lay]

The U2410 is actually an excellent monitor. And $240 is a lot less than you'd pay normally for a new one. Why are you selling it?

 

[misterjoe100]

The U2410 is actually an excellent monitor. And $240 is a lot less than you'd pay normally for a new one. Why are you selling it?

Going to live in the mountains and don't want a desktop anymore.

 

[bammeh]

I wish I had the $240 for it, honestly. But, I think that's a little out of my range for now, sorry.

So the VS239H-P should be pretty good for HD Gaming?

 

[sna]

I wish I had the $240 for it, honestly. But, I think that's a little out of my range for now, sorry.

So the VS239H-P should be pretty good for HD Gaming?

Whatever you get , get ONLY IPS Monitor.

look for IPS first.

as for resolution , look for 1920x1200 NOT 1920x1080

 

[sam_p_lay]

sna is right about that. And this one is IPS. Well pretty much right - PLS is pretty much another name for the same thing. PLS is a Samsung-built IPS (actual IPS panels are only manufactured by LG). Naturally Samsung says PLS is better, but they achieve exactly the same results.

 

[bammeh]

I will probably be going for the http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-monitor-vs239hp then

 

[sna]

I will probably be going for the http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-monitor-vs239hp then

where are you living ?

also , it is better to get 1920x1200 resolution IPS monitor.

not 1920x1080

Asus has one with 1920x1200 resolution , LG as well.

 

[sam_p_lay]

That's gonna get a bit over budget. I use 1920x1200 at work and 1920x1080 at home and it's honestly not a huge difference. 1080p is absolutely fine.

 

[sna]

That's gonna get a bit over budget. I use 1920x1200 at work and 1920x1080 at home and it's honestly not a huge difference. 1080p is absolutely fine.

umm 1920x1200 is way better for productivity .. and I think LG released 1920x1200 Budget ips monitor this year , I am looking. but I need to know where he lives , in EU or in USA ...

 

[bammeh]

I'm in the USA. if you can find a 1920x1200 for a decent price, I'll be interested.

 

[refillable]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236175
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236174

 

[sam_p_lay]

'Productivity' is what I'm using it for at work 🙂 Doesn't really matter either way - 1200 means slightly lower framerates (nothing major) and slightly more letterboxing for films/HDTV (again nothing major) but also a little more height (again nothing major). My recommendations were based not only on quality though but also pixel response. I strongly doubt you'll get as good pixel response from other budget IPS panels.

 

[sna]

I'm in the USA. if you can find a 1920x1200 for a decent price, I'll be interested.

what is your Maximum Budget ?

the LG I know is in Europe only (sadly) and it is around 220$ , couldn't find it in USA.

can you tell me please your maximum budget?

 

[bammeh]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236175
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236174

How does the first one you linked compare to the VS239H-P?

 

[bammeh]

I'm in the USA. if you can find a 1920x1200 for a decent price, I'll be interested.

what is your Maximum Budget ?

the LG I know is in Europe only (sadly) and it is around 220$ , couldn't find it in USA.

can you tell me please your maximum budget?

$200, maybe. I wont be the one purchasing it for myself, so I dont want to go too high.

 

[slomo4sho]

umm 1920x1200 is way better for productivity ..

1080P would be better for gaming.

 

[sna]

'Productivity' is what I'm using it for at work 🙂 Doesn't really matter either way - 1200 means slightly lower framerates (nothing major) and slightly more letterboxing for films/HDTV (again nothing major) but also a little more height (again nothing major). My recommendations were based not only on quality though but also pixel response. I strongly doubt you'll get as good pixel response from other budget IPS panels.

=) 1900x1200 monitors are more professional , plus they have stronger build and Pivot function. I used both for gaming and the 1900x1200 gives you more sight also in games 200 lines more up and down ..it is better

 

[sam_p_lay]

120 lines actually 🙂 And bammeh that first one linked is TN - noticeably inferior colour quality.

 

[sna]

120 lines actually 🙂 And bammeh that first one linked is TN - noticeably inferior colour quality.

this is what I am looking at

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSamltrx7Xk

it is 180 euro without taxes in EU ...

you cant compare this to a crap 1080p moniors.. the build again is worth it.

I wish I could fid it in USA for him , still looking