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    what monitor to pick for displayport

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by merlin666, Aug 7, 2012.

  1. merlin666

    merlin666 Notebook Consultant

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    I am looking for a monitor to hook up to my Lenovo T500 via DisplayPort. So far I have identified two choices from Asus that may fall in my price range, but I am open to other brands etc as well. From Asus the PA238QR and VE258Q look interesting. Potential advantages of each model are:

    VE258Q: larger display, faster response time
    PA238QR: better viewing angles, IPS LED backlit, USB ports, more adjustments possible

    Please let me know what you think.
     
    merlin666, Aug 7, 2012
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  2. Vogelbung

    Vogelbung I R Judgemental

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    You didn't mention the price range. I'd recommend the Dell U2212HM (1080) or the U2412M (1200) as I've found them decent and they are cheap.
     
    Vogelbung, Aug 7, 2012
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  3. merlin666

    merlin666 Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks, price range low 200s is a bit below the U2412M. Both seem to have relatively slow response time - is that and important factor for watching videos?
     
    merlin666, Aug 10, 2012
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    GarJones27 Newbie

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    I just ordered the VS247H-P model as it was for sale on Newegg for $159.99 This was my first external monitor purchase but I love it thus far and actually found a used one on Craigslist in my area that I'm going to pick-up as well. I think it may be sold out still but other stores have them.

    I recommend this model.
     
    GarJones27, Aug 12, 2012
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  5. gdansk

    gdansk Notebook Deity

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    Shouldn't be an issue at all for watching videos.
     
    gdansk, Aug 12, 2012
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