I currently have a 17'' (not wide) LCD monitor and I want to upgrade to a 19'' widescreen monitor without hurting my wallet too much (<$200 ish).
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductCompare.asp?SrchInDesc=1916wab%20acer&Category=19&N=2010190020+1309821317+1301919996&Submit=ENE&Nty=1&SubCategory=20&CompareItemList=N82E16824001088%2CN82E16824009092
That is the website that compares the two monitors. The Samsung one is only 500:1 contrast ratio while Acer has 700:1, but more people have bought the Samsung one and it's retail price is more expensive. Samsung has a DVI input which may affect me in the future (?). Is a DVI input really important? Is the contrast ratio really important? What is the deal with the refresh rates? Which company is a better choice and which monitor would be best for gaming, watching movies, etc. I want the best bang for my buck, and I want to be extremely satisfied with my choice!! Please help me choose! Thank you.
2007-01-25 13:21:38 · 7 answers · asked by feelthebass10 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Monitors
The Samsung is superior. The only factor that the Acer is better on is the contrast ratio. The Samsung has a smaller pixel pitch (sharper image) and its response time is lower. Also note on its response time it is 4ms GTG. GTG stands for gray to gray, which is a much more realistic measurement of performance than the usualy measurement method. 4ms GTG is excellent. Also it has a wider viewing angle, this deals with when you are looking at the monitor from the side, at a wide angle, the picture will begin to degenerate, so the larger the viewing angle, the better. Lastly, DVI is very good to have, it is a digital connection as opposed to D-SUB which is analog.
2007-01-25 13:32:58 · answer #1 · answered by mysticman44 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think samsung is the better choice Contrast ratio is important only if you are using the LCDs outdoors or in a very brightly lit area. Yes, DVI is important since most video cards use this for better resolution. high refresh rate reduces flicker.
2007-01-25 13:30:50 · answer #2 · answered by rovendinoalui 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know how set your are on a 19" monitor but here is a 20.1" for a $1 more.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16824112006
It has a 1000:1 contrast ratio and the resolution is higher.
2007-01-25 17:07:41 · answer #3 · answered by Kevin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-01 07:43:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get the one with DVI, yes.
2007-01-25 13:26:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
all I can say is that I have heard nothing but good things about Samsung in general.
2007-01-25 13:27:32 · answer #6 · answered by brian m 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't get what your saying
2007-01-25 13:27:12 · answer #7 · answered by SCross 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋