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    External Monitors: Dell 2005FPW & 2007WFP

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Greg, Oct 15, 2006.

  1. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I'm just wondering if an "upgrade" to a 2007FPW would be worth it. Starting a few days from now, Dell will start selling a 20.1" Monitor (like the 2007FPW) for $289...and is only missing a few features (USB Hub, S-Video, Composite Video) that I don't use.

    Anyway, I have the 2005FPW now...and I'm wondering if the 2007WFP (or the dummied-down-on-features E207WFP monitor) would have substantial improvements in response times and display quality.

    Has anyone seen these two side by side?
     
    Greg, Oct 15, 2006
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I can't imagine it is worth the trouble.
     
    ZaZ, Oct 16, 2006
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  3. TedJ

    TedJ Asus fan in a can!

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    I'd also say no. IIRC, the new Dell budget 20" uses a ChiMei TN 6bit panel... low pixel response times is the only thing it's got going for it.
     
    TedJ, Oct 16, 2006
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    IIRC the 2005FPW is an IPS panel, I'm not sure about the 2007, but based on the specs I'd say the new cheap one is def. not.
     
    strikeback03, Oct 17, 2006
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