24" monitors

jflail2
jflail2 Posts: 2,868
edited September 2010 in The Clubhouse
Hey guys:

I've got a rather nice bonus coming my way tomorrow and wanted to see what your thoughts were on the best bang for the buck 24" monitor.

I've got 1 here at work that I bought myself a couple of years ago, and would like to add another as I need as much desktop real estate as possible for these larger spreadsheets.

The cheapest/best looking deal I've seen is a 24" from Dell for around $200. I'm leaning heavily towards that one unless there is a strong consensus to "buy brand/model x, it's worth the price difference."

And as I mentioned, this is for work, so I don't need something for video games or watching streaming media.

Thanks.
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  • nadams
    nadams Posts: 5,877
    edited September 2010
    I usually lean towards Acer for monitors - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824009245

    but for $200, the Dell seems like it would be a good deal.
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  • kawizx9r
    kawizx9r Posts: 5,150
    edited September 2010
    Not a bad Acer, but it lacks HDMI input.

    I paid 210 for my Asus 24" Monitor that IMO would be better than the one posted above (I compared both and a few others before buying one).

    Better resolution, better picture quality (IMO).

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  • bsoko2
    bsoko2 Posts: 1,449
    edited September 2010
    Dell makes some of the best around but they are pricey. I bought one for 550 and really like it. You can tilt it so that it either landscape or portrait.

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  • Polkersince85
    Polkersince85 Posts: 2,883
    edited September 2010
    I'm using a 26" Visio 1080P for a monitor. It also can do double duty as a TV.
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  • jflail2
    jflail2 Posts: 2,868
    edited September 2010
    This is the Dell I had in mind:

    http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/products/Displays/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=bsd&cs=04&sku=320-1070

    Doesn't seem bad at all for $200. And I'm not even worried about HDMI, as I'm going to use this solely at work.

    That's a nice alternative Kawizer. Looks pretty similar to the Dell in regards to specs, but a bit nicer resolution?
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  • renowilliams
    renowilliams Posts: 920
    edited September 2010
    I just bought a Samsung 23" LED and love it. It's a bit pricey at $309.00 though.
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  • nadams
    nadams Posts: 5,877
    edited September 2010
    Polkersince85 wrote: »
    I'm using a 26" Visio 1080P for a monitor. It also can do double duty as a TV.

    What resolution does it run?
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited September 2010
    I prefer ASUS, No Dell.
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  • jflail2
    jflail2 Posts: 2,868
    edited September 2010
    What's wrong with Dell doro? Are they using cheap panels now or something?

    I did see a nice Asus for about $220 on newegg...
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited September 2010
    Just not my choice based on some failures at work and otherwise. I'm sure you'll get a handful of of choices.
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited September 2010
    I've had Dell, Samsung, and Acer in the past. All very nice screens, I'm currently using LG monitors and love them. Very nice and clean image.
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  • domflane
    domflane Posts: 653
    edited September 2010
    + 1 on the Asus. Mine is 24" 1080p w/ HDMI and a built in web cam. I think I paid $225 for it on newegg about a year ago. Definately the best band for your buck.
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited September 2010
    dorokusai wrote: »
    Just not my choice based on some failures at work and otherwise. I'm sure you'll a handful of of choices.

    +1

    I would never again buy anything Dell, too many problems over the years.
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