Dell monitor with PS3??

Q. Has anyone used a ps3 with a dell SP2208WFP 22" monitor. The monitor goes upto 1080p. Whats the quality like with blu-ray movies?

It also has a 2ms response time, will this make much different with the speed of gaming or watching blu-ray movies as opposed to 6ms ot 8ms?

Answer
This is a fantastic monitor! I highly reccommend it. I just got it and it has the best quality for only $300! (on sale now at dell.com) The 4 port USB hub, Webcam, Mic, and HDMI input are all bonuses! This monitor has the fastest response time on the market! (2ms) It also has a very high contrast ratio. (2000:1) (cheaper monitors have a low contrast ratio such as 700:1) This is great for you because of the HDMI port so you can easily connect your PS3. This is literally an HD monitor, and there will be a noticable difference with a slower response time such as 6ms or 8ms, especially with Blu-Ray movies and games on the PS3.

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Quality vs Quantity for gaming need fast answers!!?

Slice

Ok, I need a monitor-enthusiasts opinion on this one. Which one would you rather have for gaming?

32" inch 1368x768 LCD monitor /w speakers, 8ms response rate, 60hz, 2000:1 contrast ratio?

Or...

23" inch 1920x1080p LED monitor /w speakers, 2ms response rate, 60hz, 50,000,000:1 contrast ratio?

I need to know pretty soon, is having 1080p resolution, led, 6ms faster response rate, and higher contrast worth giving up the 9 inches of screen size? Once again this is for gaming, I will be using it for my xbox 360 and PC gaming. It's all set up at a desk, I have a fancy office chair I set in for when I play my games. 10 points for best answer!!!

Answer
Speaking from experience/personal preference, i have found monitors reaching and bigger than 32 inches to be strenuous on my eyes and give me headaches. because it is a desk set up, i find the 20-23 inch ones better because you are so close. I would only recommend the 32 inch if you are going to be sitting at a distance from it, not right in front of you. And because it is for gaming, i presume you will spend extended periods of time in front of it, the 23 inch will be better for your eyes. As per the contrast ratio vs. the size, you wont see a giant difference, and there may not even be a visible difference. All things said, again, if it is a desk set up i would go with the 23 inch.

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Which PC Monitor should I buy?

Julie

Im after a monitor which is decent for a mixture of casual gaming and graphics.
I've been searching for hours, and cannot decide!. Im just looking for some recemendations. There are some specifications which I would like:

-23/24" (preferebly 24")
-LED
-IPS Panel
-<6ms response time
-£150 - £250

I understand when it comes to IPS monitors, fast response times are hard to come by but I am open to some ley way when it comes to deciding and purchasing a monitor.
Thank you!

Answer
Three rules for buying a monitor
1. Know your needs
There are plenty of important questions you should ask yourself before you plop down cash for a monitor, but the most important is, "What are you planning to use it for?"
Are you looking for a basic window to e-mail and the Web? How important are ergonomic options to you? What about the onscreen display (OSD) settings? How detailed should they be? What about size? How much screen real estate do you require? Are you planning to run concurrent programs? What about connections? What type does your computer support?
2. Warranties and support matter
Make sure your chosen manufacturer offers a money-back guarantee. Most displays will show its problems right out of the box or within the first month or two of use, so you want to be able to return it for a refund or an exchange with a minimum of hassle. A 90-day return policy is standard, but this varies among retailers (many online retailers give you only 30 days). Also, beware of restocking fees.
Next, consider the warranty coverage. Most companies offer two to three years of parts-and-labor coverage; anything less is suspect. Make sure that the backlight is covered by the warranty. Also note a company's policy on defective pixels; one or two defects are to be expected, but if there are many, you should be able to return the unit for exchange or a refund.You're far less likely to need technical support for a monitor than for a computer system or a software program. Still, it's good to know that there's someone you can call if trouble arises; look for toll-free support numbers and weekend coverage.
Be sure to keep all of the packing material for your monitor. If you should ever need to return it or ship it back for warranty service, you'll need the packaging. Monitors can be bulky, fragile, and extremely difficult to protect adequately. You don't want to end up improvising when shipping it.
3. Performance is key
When you're using your monitor, you're staring at its screen. Make sure you like the types of images it displays before you buy. The best way to do this is obviously to see it in performance. Monitor reviews are helpful when deciding between multiple monitors, but no one else can determine a monitor's image quality better than your own eyes. If possible, try before you buy.

how big should a gaming monitor be? how expensive is a good one also?

WoW boy :)

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I think its upto you. If you are a hardcore gamer and want to play with big and wide then 24"-27" will be perfect. 24"-27" with a resolution of 1920X1200 and for gaming 5 to 6ms response time.

I bought mine mostly for gaming. Also i watch movie a lot. So i need a monitor that can do everything perfectly. Finally i found this monitor:
Samsung Syncmaster 275t 27"
I bought mine from Australia with AU 1200. I think now you can find this monitor on US$1000-1100.

I recommend this monitor to anyone who likes to play games with perfection, like me. My Crysis Game looks awesome on this monitor!!

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Monitor replacement - 19" + ?

Driving In

My 19" monitor has quit; I'm presently working off my OLD 17" !! 19" specs. were 1280 x 1024 max. resolution. 6ms refresh rate. I do few games or videos online - mainly web browsing and email. (Cheap!)
For replacement, should I upgrade to higher resolution or widescreen?
Would I need to replace PC video card? Your suggestions welcome and appreciated! THANK YOU!

Answer
It depends upon what you're comfortable with. A 24-inch monitor has a native resolution of 1920X12, so fonts will be smaller but sharper. Personally, I like 17-inch monitors set at 1024X768.

Something else you might want to consider is dual monitors. They are cool and easy to set up. You can tell if your video card supports this by seeing if there are 2 connections on the card. Make sure that you have the necessary software/drivers if you go with dual.

Dell monitor with PS3??

Q. Has anyone used a ps3 with a dell SP2208WFP 22" monitor. The monitor goes upto 1080p. Whats the quality like with blu-ray movies?

It also has a 2ms response time, will this make much different with the speed of gaming or watching blu-ray movies as opposed to 6ms ot 8ms?

Answer
This is a fantastic monitor! I highly reccommend it. I just got it and it has the best quality for only $300! (on sale now at dell.com) The 4 port USB hub, Webcam, Mic, and HDMI input are all bonuses! This monitor has the fastest response time on the market! (2ms) It also has a very high contrast ratio. (2000:1) (cheaper monitors have a low contrast ratio such as 700:1) This is great for you because of the HDMI port so you can easily connect your PS3. This is literally an HD monitor, and there will be a noticable difference with a slower response time such as 6ms or 8ms, especially with Blu-Ray movies and games on the PS3.

Feel free to contact me via my answers page with any other questions you may have!

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Is ghosting more often a problem with LCD monitors than for LCD hdtv's?

6ms gaming monitor image

Memetics

Is ghosting/blurring more often a problem with LCD monitors than for LCD hdtv's?

Lets say for example, assuming they both have the same 5ms response time would there usually be tech features missing in an LCD monitor that an hdtv would normally have to reduce ghosting?

Answer
That all depends on the specific display, but the short answer is the HDTV is more likely to suffer ghosting problems.
The larger an LCD is the more the Black to white response time will be, (not grey to grey which means nothing).
30" Monitors have a typical response time of about 16ms, most 22" monitors or less typically have 6ms, some even as low as 2ms, black to white.
Cheaply made monitors and especially HDTVs will often only state the grey to grey response times, as the black to white (the important one) is very high, and the grey to grey is always much faster.

Just make sure the specifications you see state the response time for black to white, anything more than 16ms and you will defiantly notice the difference in a game like Unreal Tournament.

Another factor is that some HDTVs support 1080i which is locked at 30frames per second, unlike 1080p or any Monitor which will have up to 60fps, this is as important as response time.

In monitors and TVs you will find inferior and superior LCDs, you just need to know what to look for.
Never buy a 6 bit display, only 8 bit ones!!

What is a good hdtv for gaming?

cowfire101

I have an xbox 360 and want to upgrade to an hdtv. what are some of the brands that would definitely be a good buy for 360 gaming?

also, is 1200:1 or 1600:1 good contrast ratio's?
also, ive read a lot of people talking about hdtvs causing game lag. what exactly is this about and if i buy an hdtv will i experience it also??

Answer
Samsung makes the best in my opinion! Things you need to look for is:
Response time: If its above 10ms your going to see screen distortion.
Contrast Ratio: How well you see Dark movies like if there walking in a cave lower contrast and you wont be able to see the finer detail. anything above 1000:1 well be fine for games.
Make sure it has componant, HDMI, VGA and regular Audio\Video hook ups. as well and S-video. So it well go with any old DVD player or VCRs you may have.
Also There are several diffrent types of recivers built in. NTSC to get regular analog channels and ATSC to get over the air HDTV and digital channels. Check this link out for a look at specs on a good samsung. http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5691335
By the way I have never experianced "game lag" on my Samsung. Samsung's have some of the better response times. LCDHDTV's good respones times are over 6ms
LCDHD monitors can get under 2ms.

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What is a good computer monitor to buy?

6ms gaming monitor image

George

and what is 2ms response time, is that important?

Thank You

Answer
You can occasionally find monitors on sale/rebate at BestBuy/CircuitCity for prices that actually beat newegg.com's.

It depends what you're doing on your PC.

If you're gaming, you need to make sure your video card can play games at the monitors resolution. Anything under 8ms is good, though most LCD's are now at 6ms or less.

The response time relates to "ghosting" on the screen- a fast moving object bluring because the monitor can't keep up. Not a big issue unless the response time is over 8ms and a non-issue if you don't game.

http://www.newegg.com/Store/SubCategory.aspx?SubCategory=20&name=LCD-Monitors

Is ghosting more often a problem with LCD monitors than for LCD hdtv's?

Memetics

Is ghosting/blurring more often a problem with LCD monitors than for LCD hdtv's?

Lets say for example, assuming they both have the same 5ms response time would there usually be tech features missing in an LCD monitor that an hdtv would normally have to reduce ghosting?

Answer
That all depends on the specific display, but the short answer is the HDTV is more likely to suffer ghosting problems.
The larger an LCD is the more the Black to white response time will be, (not grey to grey which means nothing).
30" Monitors have a typical response time of about 16ms, most 22" monitors or less typically have 6ms, some even as low as 2ms, black to white.
Cheaply made monitors and especially HDTVs will often only state the grey to grey response times, as the black to white (the important one) is very high, and the grey to grey is always much faster.

Just make sure the specifications you see state the response time for black to white, anything more than 16ms and you will defiantly notice the difference in a game like Unreal Tournament.

Another factor is that some HDTVs support 1080i which is locked at 30frames per second, unlike 1080p or any Monitor which will have up to 60fps, this is as important as response time.

In monitors and TVs you will find inferior and superior LCDs, you just need to know what to look for.
Never buy a 6 bit display, only 8 bit ones!!

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