I'm having real trouble finding the right monitor for my new build. Here's the requirements: Cost: £150 is the target, i'd rather spend less but could spend a bit more for something awesome Res: I think 1680x1050 sounds about right, although i'm using a single 8800gt. Is this res a bit optomistic? Size: anywhere in 19" to 22" really. Bigger obviously means that I'm more of a man, but is more expensive and not so sharp. Input: DVI HDCP: well maybe, i'm still not sure if I care about it or not... Panel type: This is what's giving me trouble. I don't really want a TN panel, but no manufacturers say what they have used (implying its a TN). All the alternatives seem to be equivalent so I have no preference, but i'd like a half-reasonable viewing angle. It's mainly for gaming so a good response time is also essential. AND- I'm in the uk, so can only use suppliers from here. Can anyone help?
1680x1050 should be fine for an 8800GT. I play most of my games at 1920x1200 with a single 8800GT (even Crysis, if you like a slideshow ). You'll have to get a TN panel for £150, but they're really not that bad, it depends what you're used to and whether you're a stickler for colours. Personally, I think TN is perfectly fine. I can only find these two in your price range, but I'm sure more hunting might find some more options: http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MO-037-AC&groupid=703&catid=17&subcat=949 http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MO-058-HY&groupid=703&catid=17&subcat=949 Out of these two, the Acer looks like the best one.
Might want to cheack out aria, found one for my sister on there, 22" widescreen for about £130 i believe. RwD
22" Viewsonic VA2216W (1680 x 1050) - £148.12 (incl VAT). 20" Samsung SM2043NW (1680 x 1050) - £148.98 (incl VAT). 22" Iiyama ProLite E2202WSV-B1 (1680 x 1050) - £135.52 / £159.23. However... if you could push your budget another £50, it would get you a 24" Acer 2416WB (1920 x 1200) for just £199.95
