Recommend me a 22/24" monitor and a powered USB hub

[BoJo]

At the moment I have a 17" monitor that serves a purpose, but only to a certain extent. I'm looking to spend ?150 - ?200 on a new monitor to hook up to my MacBook and Xbox 360. I want a well built, 1920x1080/1200 monitor with a decent response time. The only reason I'm really asking about this is because I been fairly withdrawn from recent technological updates.

So far I've found a few I like:

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct....510&subcat=

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct....rodid=MO-118-SA

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct....949&subcat=

Really I'm having trouble telling the difference between monitors... is the extra ?40 really worth it to go from the P2250 to the P2350?

On an unrelated note I'm also looking for a new powered USB hub. Currently I have a "trust" 7-port powered hub, but devices (most usually my external HDD) cut out sometimes, which is a pain.

Thanks for any help you can gi:) :)

[richardsim7]

24" ftw :)

-Rich-

[BoJo]

24" ftw :)

-Rich-

:laugh:

I'd have to agree, but I'm increasingly running out of money these days :p

[richardsim7]

Heh, mine cost ?380;))

[BoJo]

Heh, mine cost ?380;))

*Shakes fist*

[ajua]

For those three prices, I only would be looking at 22" or 24".

If you are not in a hurry and can save for the 24" that would be great.

This way, you will end up with a more bigger display for the years to come. As the difference is not that much, you may feel regret about going for the 22". And regret is not good when forking out money for something you bought.

Let us know when you make a decision.

[BoJo]

For those three prices, I only would be looking at 22" or 24".

If you are not in a hurry and can save for the 24" that would be great.

This way, you will end up with a more bigger display for the years to come. As the difference is not that much, you may feel regret about going for the 22". And regret is not good when forking out money for something you bought.

Let us know when you make a decision.

I don't mind spending a little over ?200, so 24" is within my range - right now I'm just wondering whether the one inch more on this one makes up for the better response time/contrast ratio of the P2350.

[ajua]

I don't mind spending a little over ?200, so 24" is within my range - right now I'm just wondering whether the one inch more on this one makes up for the better response time/contrast ratio of the P2350.

I think that response times differences between 2 and 5ms are somehow negligible.

If you watch a lot of video in your computer (good or high quality video, not Youtube or music videos) you may consider going to a local store and see the difference between contrast ratios.

My LG 22" has 5000:1 and movies or games look great with very good (although not outstanding) black levels.

That choice is about personal preference but I would go for the bigger one.

[Argote]

http://accessories.euro.dell.com/sna/produ...&sku=193757

23" Dell 2048 x 1152 resolution and 4 port USB hub (I suppose it's powered, but not 100% sure). ?175.20 incl. VAT & shipping.

[Xilo]

The HP LP2475w is pretty much the best 24" monitor. It has an S-IPS panel, supports 1080p, usb ports, and ton of other connections.

I've got one and have my PC and PS3 both hooked up to it. Very good monitor.

[BoJo]

http://accessories.euro.dell.com/sna/produ...&sku=193757

23" Dell 2048 x 1152 resolution and 4 port USB hub (I suppose it's powered, but not 100% sure). ?175.20 incl. VAT & shipping.

Wow, that is ridiculously good:DD

Why is it so cheap?!

Thank you very much - I think this is the one for me:))

The HP LP2475w is pretty much the best 24" monitor. It has an S-IPS panel, supports 1080p, usb ports, and ton of other connections.

I've got one and have my PC and PS3 both hooked up to it. Very good monitor.

Looks nice, but sadly it's a tad out of my range.

[BoJo]

I think that response times differences between 2 and 5ms are somehow negligible.

If you watch a lot of video in your computer (good or high quality video, not Youtube or music videos) you may consider going to a local store and see the difference between contrast ratios.

My LG 22" has 5000:1 and movies or games look great with very good (although not outstanding) black levels.

That choice is about personal preference but I would go for the bigger one.

Thanks for all the help - I doubt I'd notice 3ms tbh, but the Dell mentioned above has 2ms and is bigger, so I'm quids in :)

[BoJo]

Sorry to be so indecisive, but what are people's opinions on getting a 22" Ultrasharp 2209WA (which has the disadvantage of being 1680x1050, but is eIPS/presumably a higher quality monitor, with a height adjustable/pivotable stand) over the SP2039W (the resolution of which is fairly redundant as for the forseeable future I'll be using a MacBook with a max. external display output of 1920x1200). Although the 2209WA is marked as ~?300 on the Dell website, it's available for ?200 elsewhere.

[Colin.B]

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct....rodid=MO-071-VS

I'm just tossing that one in there in case it might be of some help.

[BoJo]

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct....rodid=MO-071-VS

I'm just tossing that one in there in case it might be of some help.

A friend just bought that, and although the panel is good, the stand is flimsy and it feels quite cheap - otherwise it would be ideal :)

I'm just wondering what the differences are (other than resolution) between Samsung's SW and BW ranges. Currently I'm leaning towards the SM2333SW and the P2350. I've had good experiences with Samsung in the past (though this is probably among the worst reasons to go for a monitor) and these two seem to be amongst the best in terms of quality/specifications/price.

I've given up on the SP2309W - its resolution would be fairly redundant for me, and I'm not a fan of its styling.

[Colin.B]

Ahh I understand why you'd want to avoid the Viewsonic then. I may get it for myself as I need something with a nice, vibrant display but also within a nice, low budget.

I'd recommend the P2350 personally. Higher contrast ratio, better response time (although the difference between 2 and 5ms isn't great, if noticeable). Unless I'm missing other important technical details.

[BoJo]

Ahh I understand why you'd want to avoid the Viewsonic then. I may get it for myself as I need something with a nice, vibrant display but also within a nice, low budget.

I'd recommend the P2350 personally. Higher contrast ratio, better response time (although the difference between 2 and 5ms isn't great, if noticeable). Unless I'm missing other important technical details.

Thanks very much :)

Definitely ordering the P2350 :D