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Aug 27, 2006
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bpopd wrote: Well, the 2209WA is CCFL 8bit panel and 2412M is a WLED 6bit panel.
Is the proof not in the pudding?
Oops, I made the incorrect assumption that all e-IPS panels were 6-bit with e-IPS being the budget IPS panel and all. Didn't know my 2209WA's were 8-bit. I knew the backlighting was different.
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Feb 16, 2006
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Spud387 wrote: Oops, I made the incorrect assumption that all e-IPS panels were 6-bit with e-IPS being the budget IPS panel and all. Didn't know my 2209WA's were 8-bit. I knew the backlighting was different.
There have been so very few e-IPS with true 8bit that you are for all intents and purposes correct. The 2209WA was one of the first if not the first e-IPS. The ASUS PA238Q was another that had an 8bit panel and a 10bit LUT. I think since then that outside of NEC and EIZO and if under $400CAD cost, anything with an e-IPS panel and a LED backlight has been 6bit +AFRC. It works very well... maybe better than some true 8bit S-IPS panel monitors from 6 or 7 years ago.
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Dec 8, 2005
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cross2010 wrote: Comments on the Dell ultra sharp 29" going for 479?


http://accessories.dell.com/sna/product ... u=225-4201

I almost pulled the trigger on that bad boy. I'm still quite unsure if i should or not. I have a 27" 1080p monitor, i know i dont wan't the high rest 27" but i would go for the 30" if the price were right.
Tempting with that 3 year advanced exchange warranty included.
I'm also curious how much that 32" 4k will go down in the next couple years..
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Apr 15, 2004
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NewsyL wrote: There have been so very few e-IPS with true 8bit that you are for all intents and purposes correct. The 2209WA was one of the first if not the first e-IPS. The ASUS PA238Q was another that had an 8bit panel and a 10bit LUT. I think since then that outside of NEC and EIZO and if under $400CAD cost, anything with an e-IPS panel and a LED backlight has been 6bit +AFRC. It works very well... maybe better than some true 8bit S-IPS panel monitors from 6 or 7 years ago.
How do you feel about the U2713HM for $519, is it good for color sensitive work?
Is it just the same as those $400 Korean displays?
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bpopd wrote: Well, the 2209WA is CCFL 8bit panel and 2412M is a WLED 6bit panel.
Is the proof not in the pudding?
So would the 2209WA actually have better quality in color than the 2412M?

I am very happy with my 2209's, so as long as the 2412M is very similiar for my eye to notice, I will be happy.

Only reason I pulled the trigger on the 2412M is the 1200p resolution (like many, I am a gamer, if I needed a TV to watch movies I would've bought a TV, not a monitor). On 1050p I felt my 7970 was wasting the resources available. Plus I have a feeling one of my 2209's might be dying (the middle top part is pulsating when changing resolutions, such as what a re-boot does, or certain games that don't support 1050p).
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Oct 14, 2010
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cross2010 wrote: Comments on the Dell ultra sharp 29" going for 479?


http://accessories.dell.com/sna/product ... u=225-4201
I was looking at monitors for Black Friday / Cyber Monday, one of them was the U2913WM but I cast it aside since Blizzard games won't run on 2560x1080 resolution (they claim it offers unfair tactical advantages).

I'll just post a rundown of the rest for anyone else. I'll limit this post to 27" monitors only, I did look at 24" class but found the price break to be negligible.

The one I chose is still available here (I would move fast, other retailers have already increased the price $100).

ASUS VE278H - $240-$20MIR = $220 NCIX
2ms G2G
300cd/sqm
1200:1 static contrast ratio
2x3w speakers

LG LG27EA33V - $200 Staples
IPS
5ms G2G
200cd/sqm
1000:1 static
Headphone-out
(speakers?)

AOC e2752Vh - $180 NCIX/BestBuy
2ms G2G
300cd/sqm
No info for static contrast ratio, 20M:1 dynamic
2x2.5w speakers

BenQ GW2750HM - $200 MemoryExpress/CanadaComputers/TigerDirect/FutureShop
4ms G2G
300cd/sqm
5000:1 static
2x2w speakers & headphone-out



I immediately cast out the Asus since it didn't offer anything extra for the extra price. The AOC had to be passed on since I couldn't find any information anywhere on the static contrast ratio, not something I like to see a company hiding.

Then it was a battle between the LG and the BenQ. My primary use is gaming so I the IPS's color display ability doesn't mean much to me.
The 5000:1 static contrast ratio of the BenQ as well as the speakers and headphone port made me pick. I decided to go through Future Shop since they offered returns until January 5th, plus I figure it would be much easier to return stuff at a big box like them. All in all, the monitor cost me $240 after taxes and the WEEE fee ($12). Future Shop claims to offer free same day shipping but they're clearly a little backed up, not that I mind too much.

Futureshop is still selling this monitor for $199 while other retailers raised the price back to $299. (Walmart has it listed for $388) Check it out here http://www.staples.ca/StaplesProductDis ... reId=20001


Edit: Future Shop just raised the price to $249!
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Sep 1, 2003
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Krispy1 wrote: I got a 20inch HP IPS to use as a 2nd monitor at walmart $98. It looks very good with a bezel less design and the screen quality is great but there is no vesa mount holes so I might return it.
Link to this model?
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Nov 1, 2010
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missed out on the xl2420te at ncix for 299.99, went to order this morning and OOS.. kicking myself now.

any other places have this on sale? I haven't had any luck searching yet...
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Nov 25, 2006
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NewsyL wrote: There have been so very few e-IPS with true 8bit that you are for all intents and purposes correct. The 2209WA was one of the first if not the first e-IPS. The ASUS PA238Q was another that had an 8bit panel and a 10bit LUT. I think since then that outside of NEC and EIZO and if under $400CAD cost, anything with an e-IPS panel and a LED backlight has been 6bit +AFRC. It works very well... maybe better than some true 8bit S-IPS panel monitors from 6 or 7 years ago.
What monitor is the successor to the Asus PA238Q or PA238QR? Thanks.
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Aug 3, 2009
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Just FYI bought the LG one from Staples and I really enjoy it. I think most people willl be very pleased when going IPS for the first time.
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Mar 29, 2007
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yay!! just got notice from Dell that I'll be getting a $12 promotion card for my monitor purchase. Hopefully the 5% paypal and 2% RFD cash back goes through

[Edit] Just saw the RFD cash back shows pending $4.80
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Apr 15, 2004
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picked up the black friday / cyber monday $519 U2713HM, and its so far a nice monitor. Lots of features, and plenty of adjustments, and best of all a great picture.

Recommended over a korean 2560x1440.
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