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    Best 22" External Lcd Monitor for the $

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by revolution82, Aug 30, 2007.

  1. revolution82

    revolution82 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have a dell 1520 and am looking to purchase a 22" lcd monitor to hook it up to at home. I'm looking at brands like Acer, Samsung, and HP. Some specs read contrast ratio's from 500:1 to 3000:1 with prices ranging from $250 to 500. Can you guys give me some advice as to what to look for or what is a really good screen for a decent price (i'm a student and don't want to break the bank).

    I'm using it from all my entertainment goodness...ie. movies, games, tv shows, etc.

    thanks!
     
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  2. pro101

    pro101 Notebook Consultant

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    I got a Samsung 226BW on Buy.com for $299 total, am using it now and it's a pure pleasure. Works great over VGA or DVI and comes with useful calibration software. (and, it's got an awesome design)

    Nick

    PS: make sure you use it at native res of 1680x1050
     
    pro101, Aug 30, 2007
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  3. jetstar

    jetstar Notebook Deity

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    I'll second the Samsung 226BW recommendation above. Dell monitors are also really good.
     
    jetstar, Aug 30, 2007
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  4. BuckeyeFan

    BuckeyeFan Notebook Evangelist

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    Anyone have any experience with Envision? They have a 22" on newegg for $259. I was also wondering about their tv's, maybe use one of those for a moniter, there is a 19" 1080i tv at costco for $299. It even comes with a 1 year warranty, at least (not completely sure if it is refurb, if new it has a 2 year warranty).
     
    BuckeyeFan, Aug 30, 2007
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  5. yoyo1299

    yoyo1299 Notebook Evangelist

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    Get the ACER. it's AMAZING. i love the color and it's cheap.
     
    yoyo1299, Aug 30, 2007
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  6. *gadget_lover*

    *gadget_lover* Notebook Guru

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    Hp W2207 All The Way!
     
    *gadget_lover*, Aug 30, 2007
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