what to look for when buying an LCD computer screen?

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Customizor

All i know is lower response time is better.
is 1ms the best?
what do the ratios mean. like 60,000:1 or 100K:1 whats better?
what does 300nits mean?
what does Res DVI-D with HCDP mean?

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Depends on what you want to do.

Response time is how long it takes for the pixels to change color. The lower it is, the better. This is important if you game, but if you don't, it doesn't really matter.

Contrast is the difference between the blackest white and whitest white. Static contrast is what you should look at - the higher, the better. Dynamic contrast ratios should usually be ignored since it's practically a lie and they test the monitor under extremely unrealistic scenarios.

300 nits refers to the maximum brightness. Usually, the higher it is, the better, though most people don't use monitors at maximum brightness since that generally hurts your eyes. 300 nits is pretty good.

DVI-D refers to the input. You've generally got four types of inputs: VGA, DVI, HDMI, and Displayport. They're most common in that order, and most monitors offer multiple inputs (usually the first two at least, better monitors also include the last two). This really depends on what your computer outputs. If you have an older machine, you'd probably use VGA, otherwise DVI is better.

Also, resolution is a factor. Resolution generally refers to number of dots(pixels) horizontally and the number vertically. Generally, higher resolutions are better since they give you more "room" on the screen to move windows around and such, but generally, the text will be smaller. If you have bad eyes, you might want a lower resolution monitor since the text will be easier to read.

Generally, if you do photo editing or other graphics work, get a monitor with an IPS-type panel like a Dell Ultrasharp, an NEC PA series monitor, an HP Dreamcolor, or an HP ZR-series monitor. Those are expensive and the response times are slow, but the image quality is usually the best and color accuracy and gamut are excellent. Also, get a calibrator.

For gaming, get a TN-type LCD with a low response time.

For anything else, a cheap monitor is usually fine.

Is the Dell Ultrasharp U2312HM a good gaming monitor for PC?

bubbakeyes

I bought a gaming PC for high-ultra grachics (here's my specs: http://www.imgur.com/KVmSR.jpg) and I need to buy a good gaming monitor. If you have any suggestions for a gaming monitor then please let me know :)

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If you want a monitor strictly for gaming, then the 2312 is not the best choice, in fact no IPS panel is best for gaming. IPS panels excel at color accuracy and contrast, making them ideal for video and photo editors. However, they do not refresh or respond very quickly compared to good TN panels. As such, if you only want your monitor for gaming, a decent 120Hz TN panel is best. Which model specifically depends on your budget.

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Can someone recommend me a good IPS Gaming Monitor?

gaming monitor tn or ips image

Sad Wolver

I'm in the market for a new monitor, money is not an issue, I'm looking for a monitor with great color accuracy but enough juice and speed to play games decently. I do a lot of graphic design, photo editing, video editing, 3d render type work but at the end of the day I also love to play games on my PC whenever I get the chance. Is there something that caters to both IPS and TN?? I'm not too hardcore about ghosting problems but I know obvious ghosting when I see one.

Thanks!

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What you are looking for is a good "all round" solution.
Have a look at Eizo fs2333, probably is the best "non tn" monitor for gaming and with features that make it a good choice in other areas of use.

Is it true that computer radiation can damage ones eyes?

John C

If it is true, how long will it take? Im addict in online game so I spent many hours in front of my computer.

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No it is not true.

Monitors do produce various forms of radiation.

They produce VLMF and ELMF radiation. However since virtually all monitor meet the MPR II standard you get worse radiation at these frequencies from a light bulb.

They produce EMI radiation. This is the same as all electronic equipment and is regulated in all the counties of the world. The PC probably produces more radiation than the monitor. A cell phone or a microwave oven produces way, way more than a monitor.

They produce heat, so they produce small amounts of infra-red radiation. But probably less than you do.

They produce visible light radiation. This is what they are supposed to do.

At frequencies above visible light they produce virtually nothing.

It is theoretically possible for CRT based monitors to produce X-Rays if there is a serious fault in the circuitry. Because of this all CRT monitors are required to have a circuit that will disable the monitor if it gets anywhere close to doing this.

Electrons do not pass though over an inch thick glass. Anyone claiming this has no idea of what they are talking about.


In terms of ionizing radiation, monitors produce way less than a lump of rock.



People do have problems with using monitors because:

They have CRTs set to too low a refresh rate - 75 Hz minimum for CRTs. LCDs do not flicker, and so are best set to 60Hz.

They stare at a screen for a long time. Stare at something and you blink less. Blink less and your eyes dry out. Also the muscles in your eyes that control focus are constantly in one position. These effects lead to eye soreness and strain. Every few minutes take a break. Look away, close your eyes for a few seconds. Drink plenty of fluids.

They sit still for a long time. People tend to sit hunched over staring at the screen and do not move. This position puts strain on the back and neck, causing sore muscles and headaches. Make sure that your monitor is set to a position where it is comfortable to view and use. If it is not, move it. About one an hour get up, move around, walk somewhere.

The screen is too bright. LCDs especially are set too bright. There is too much brinkmanship in the specifications - a 300 Cd/m^2 monitor must be better than a 250 Cd/m^2 one !! Unless you sit directly in front of a window, no it is not. I would much prefer a 200 Cd/m^2 monitor that is IPS or VPA technology which has better colour reproduction and viewing angle compared to a 300 Cd/m^2 TN LCD. Adjust the brightness down to a comfortable level.

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