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UltraSharp 24 - U2412M - 16:10 IPS - $269.99 ($170 off)

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zoo899 wrote: I got a 1440p monitor and wouldn't go back! In fact, I'm already wondering how much nicer a 4K monitor would be.... 16:10 is ideal, but I think number of pixels is more important.
Some people go back to a 24" 16:10 after using larger 16:9 monitors with more pixels because they can't stand the aspect ratio. I haven't had the chance to use a larger monitor but aspect ratio is very important to some people. I'd certainly avoid working on a 16:9 24 inch if I had a choice.
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Rogido wrote: So, how is 16:9 inferior from a practical point of view?

I thought all IPS panels have issue with the anti-glare coating causing the grainy appearance, and just how bad are we talking about? Only noticeable if you look for it, or headache-inducing?
You have to go on a case by case basis. I think the graininess effect is less on newer and higher- resolution panels. I found the U2412M to be fairly grainy/washed out looking when I owned one, though I had no issues with a U2410 or a U2713HM.
kungfulu wrote: Almost everyone who uses 16:10 will tell you it is a lot better to work on. Less scrolling when browsing, better view of pages in documents, visually more pleasing (closer to the golden ratio). Try it, you likely won't go back.

The anti-glare isn't that bad, definitely not headache inducing for me. I use the 2413 as the main monitor and then these 2412's as a side monitor because I have to do some work with colour. You get what you pay for.
Size of screen plays a factor, though. I think 16:10 is definitely the way to go with a 24" monitor, but having switched from a U2412M (16:10, 24") to a U2713HM (16:9, 27"), I find the 27" to be superior in every way - it's larger, sharper, games look way nicer on the bigger screen, etc. There's more overall screen real estate for having 2x windows open side by side.
kungfulu wrote: Some people go back to a 24" 16:10 after using larger 16:9 monitors with more pixels because they can't stand the aspect ratio. I haven't had the chance to use a larger monitor but aspect ratio is very important to some people. I'd certainly avoid working on a 16:9 24 inch if I had a choice.
I'd definitely recommend trying the screen before dogmatically ruling it out. Even Apple has switched to exclusively 16:9 panels in its iMacs.

IMO 24" 16:10 @ 1200p was a great sweet spot for LCD's, but 27" 16:9 @ 1440p is better in every conceivable way. If you can afford it, get the 27".

I would guess that if those people do exist (people who go back to a 24" 16:10 screen from a larger 16:9 screen), they are probably buying 27" or 30" displays that are 1080p. I tried a Dell E2715H (27", 1080p) and it was not sharp enough for me - I would definitely recommend going with a U2412M over that one. However the U2713 / U2715 @ 1440p blows the doors off both.
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jiffylube1024 wrote: IMO 24" 16:10 @ 1200p was a great sweet spot for LCD's, but 27" 16:9 @ 1440p is better in every conceivable way. If you can afford it, get the 27".

I would guess that if those people do exist (people who go back to a 24" 16:10 screen from a larger 16:9 screen), they are probably buying 27" or 30" displays that are 1080p. I tried a Dell E2715H (27", 1080p) and it was not sharp enough for me - I would definitely recommend going with a U2412M over that one. However the U2713 / U2715 @ 1440p blows the doors off both.
Cool! That's what I wanted to hear. I'd read a few reviews where people prefer the 16:10 in in larger monitors with better resolution but I'll give it go based on your recommendation.
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Anyone know what the best price has been on the U2713 ? Hoping it comes around on sale in the next few days...
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yourmemory wrote: Anyone know what the best price has been on the U2713 ? Hoping it comes around on sale in the next few days...
Best price was either $525 or $550 I think for the U2713HM; not sure it ever went down to $499.

The U2713HM has been replaced by the U2715H within the past 4 months. The U2715H has already been down to $550 a couple weeks ago; probably on sale again during this sale.

The U2715H is almost the exact same panel/specs as the U2713HM; the only thing to take note of is that they went VERY modern on the ports. They phased out VGA and dual link DVI (you read that correctly). Instead on the U2715H you have 2x HDMI (supports 2560x1440), 1x DP, 1x mini DP, plus 1x DP out. You now get 5x USB 3.0 ports vs 4 on the U2713HM.
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jiffylube1024 wrote: Best price was either $525 or $550 I think for the U2713HM; not sure it ever went down to $499.

The U2713HM has been replaced by the U2715H within the past 4 months. The U2715H has already been down to $550 a couple weeks ago; probably on sale again during this sale.

The U2715H is almost the exact same panel/specs as the U2713HM; the only thing to take note of is that they went VERY modern on the ports. They phased out VGA and dual link DVI (you read that correctly). Instead on the U2715H you have 2x HDMI (supports 2560x1440), 1x DP, 1x mini DP, plus 1x DP out. You now get 5x USB 3.0 ports vs 4 on the U2713HM.
Thanks, but upon further checking, the U2713HM is a standard colour gamut monitor, very different from the wide-gamut U2713H. The U2715H however is a standard color gamut monitor. Completely different monitors.... and that is why the model numbers make no sense at all! Thanks for your feedback.

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