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[Dane]

So I am looking to upgrade my current 19inch widescreen monitor thats from 2005 or 2006. I was looking at the Dell monitors. My work has a nice Dell 24 inch professional monitor. What is the difference between their professional monitors and their Ultra Sharp ones?

I was thinking of this one:

http://accessories.u...en&sku=320-2736

I REALLY REALLY like the idea of being able to change the height with it. It's 21.5 inches but full HD which is ok with me. It has IPS technology which I have been told is really good.

They also have Ultra-Slim ones which is about $50 cheaper for the same size.
http://accessories.u...aynote_irrank=0


Also:

http://accessories.u...en&sku=320-2748

Anyone have any of these?

[primexx]

screw the Ultra Slims, the IPS wins hands down.

[Virtunate]

I have 2 Dell UltraSharp U2412M monitors that I bought just last month. (Bigger brother to the U2212HM you are looking at.)

I love them. The IPS screen is a great step up from my old Samsung TN based monitors and the viewing angles are much improved. The ability to adjust height is also great, and the integrated USB hub is a plus as well. I would say go for the UltraSharp if you can.

[+Frazell Thomas]

Only do UltraSharp. The warranty is the best in the industry I find for them. Zero Dead Pixels for the warranty period and next day advanced exchange replacements to boot.

I have a Dell U2410 as my main screen and 2 Dell 2009Ws flank my left and right sides. Both UltraSharps and I won't buy anything else.

As already mentioned, go IPS. You'll be happy you did, trust us on that as well.

[Dane]

Thanks guys! I like the fact that it comes with a DVI cable. I could possibly hook up my current monitor to my on board video card and connect the new one to the actual video cards. Might take up too much room though haha.

[mollick2]

Ultrasharp hands down. I have a U2410 at home. As far as using a discrete and on board gpu together, most discrete GPU's have the capability to run multiple monitors no problem. You'll find that getting your on board video device won't play with your discrete card.

[neoraptor]

go with u2412 or if you have bigger budget u2410 (it is older model but uses better ips panel and has more extras). However if you are a hardcore gamer don't get monitor with IPS panel they are a bit slower than TNs

[Napalm Frog]

Just one word of caution. The anti-glare on some of the UltraSharp series is very obvious, and many people are turned off from these monitors because of it (especially those who love the "shiny/glossy" type of screens. Especially at larger sizes (my 27") due to dot pitch, the anti-glare artificially makes the whites seem a bit off-white, and introduces a bit of a "sparkling" effect (think, looking through a screen door). Granted, this is only a minority of customers with these complaints, but they are very vocal about it and it's something to keep in mind.

[lcg]

Ultrasharp by far. IPS technology is far superior to TN. If you can afford it I recommend the U2410.

neoraptor, on 08 February 2012 - 14:07, said:

However if you are a hardcore gamer don't get monitor with IPS panel they are a bit slower than TNs

Although it's true, as the response time of TN panels are faster than IPS panels, I've never had a program gaming on my 2007WFP and it has a 16ms response time. The U2212HM that Dane is looking at has an 8ms response time, so I doubt it'll be a problem.

[neufuse]

I know this wasn't on your list, but go with a U2412M, its 16:10, so its a higher res, it's IPS and LED backlit, it's 24" so its nice to look at and its color and referesh rates are great... get that and just be done with it for the next 10yrs!

[BoneyardBrew]

Speaking of Dell monitors my U2312hm arrived at the door this morning.

Colors are great and accurate out of the box and the viewing angles far surpass anything a TN panel is capable of. Another huge plus is the sturdy construction and ergonomic features. Something you rarely find on anything other than a proper IPS monitor.

[Dane]

Is there any coupons to use to get a monitor?

The U2212HM is more in my budget maybe I would get the 23 inch but not sure. $219 for the U2212HM

Plus tax.

Dell is odd, I just got a car, and a credit card. I apply for dell preferred account. Denied. hmph.

[neufuse]

Dane, on 08 February 2012 - 21:50, said:

Is there any coupons to use to get a monitor?

The U2212HM is more in my budget maybe I would get the 23 inch but not sure. $219 for the U2212HM

Plus tax.

Dell is odd, I just got a car, and a credit card. I apply for dell preferred account. Denied. hmph.

Don't know about your timeline for getting one but the 24" one has price cycles, its been as low as $260 and as high as $399 it changes price every 4 weeks it seems like

[BoneyardBrew]

Dane, on 08 February 2012 - 21:50, said:

Is there any coupons to use to get a monitor?

The U2212HM is more in my budget maybe I would get the 23 inch but not sure. $219 for the U2212HM

Plus tax.

Dell is odd, I just got a car, and a credit card. I apply for dell preferred account. Denied. hmph.

There's a coupon on the U2312hm. $230 + free shipping.

http://www.logicbuy....itor/33732.aspx

[Dane]

neufuse, on 08 February 2012 - 21:53, said:

Don't know about your timeline for getting one but the 24" one has price cycles, its been as low as $260 and as high as $399 it changes price every 4 weeks it seems like

Nice if it would drop down to $260 i'd get that. I can wait awhile to get it so I can save up.

BoneyardBrew, on 08 February 2012 - 21:55, said:

There's a coupon on the U2312hm. $230 + free shipping.

http://www.logicbuy....itor/33732.aspx

Thanks but dell directly is still cheaper.