which monitor to get?

[mrmark27]

I recently purchased a PNY GeForce 8800 vid card and now im looking for a monitor to go with it. I mostly use my computer for games, videos, and the internet. Im stuck between these 2 Samsung monitors as far as which one to get and would love any recomendations, or any others that people might suggest. The 204bw has more adjustablity with the stand but the 206bw has better contrast and faster response time.

Thanks

Samsung 206bw
Samsung 204bw

 

[rab05]

Get the 206BW.

Better contrast ratio and HDCP support makes it the clear choice.

The only downside is you might be playing the Samsung panel lottery like everyone else at the moment and not get a true Samsung made panel. Still, with a 3 year warranty and good support from samsung, you can't go wrong.

Another one to look at is the HP w2007. 1000:1 contrast ratio with HDCP and 5ms response time is attractive as well. Plus they add on the glossy finish which IMO makes for one hellofa image if you have a light controlled room.

 

[mrmark27]

does the 206bw indeed have HDCP support? the 204bw lists it but neither the samsung website nor newegg mention it on the 206bw.

Also considering this Viewsonic monitor

Viewsonic Q20WB

How does viewsonic compare with samsung?