Best gaming monitor recommendations?

Thanks for getting those suggestions to me so quickly! I honestly expected this to take a lot longer, but looking at the two options provided, I’m leaning more toward the Apple one. I noticed it uses a TN panel; I haven't really messed around with an IPS screen before, but from what I've read, they're supposed to be a major step up in terms of sharpness and color accuracy.

I’ve actually got a Samsung LED with a built-in tuner myself. My only real regret is that I didn't grab the 27'' version without the tuner, but man, they were pretty tough to track down back then.
I haven't spent much time messing around with IPS monitors, but from what I know, the picture on the LED models is really rich and vibrant.

If you aren't in a huge rush, I'd say hang tight until the end of the day or tomorrow—you'll probably see a few more suggestions popping up by then.

The most refined 27" monitor I’ve managed to track down locally is this one:

Right now, I’m rocking an LG w2242T
If we set the screen size aside for a moment, how much better—or worse—is that BenQ compared to what I have now?

I’m actually pretty happy with my LG, it’s just started feeling way too small for me.

...if that BenQ isn't up to par, please throw some recommendations my way, ideally up to the Max 2000 level.$667

Mainly using it for web surfing, heavy sessions of BF4, and the occasional movie.

Is it actually true that IPS panels have significantly worse response times than TN panels? That’s a dealbreaker for me since gaming is a priority.

What’s the actual word on IPS panel response times these days?

Honestly, worrying about the response time on an IPS panel is pretty much a waste of energy. You’re looking at high-quality tech here—ghosting isn't really going to be an issue for you.
It really just comes down to what you're into, though I actually picked up a Samsung 24'' for a buddy a couple of weeks back, and I'm planning to grab one for myself soon enough.
It uses a PLS panel, which is basically just Samsung's take on IPS technology.
I’ve been using it lately, and I have to say, it’s solid.
Whether you're gaming, watching movies, or whatever else.
The price over at Best Buy is pretty much even $500.
The model is the Samsung LED S24B350TL

Hey, tech gurus,

I’m looking at pulling the trigger on a brand new gaming rig—just the tower, no peripherals included—running about $1.75. So, here's the big question: should I go out and grab a shiny new monitor (maybe something up to $500?) or just stick with my old Samsung T200?
Seriously though, how much of a massive difference am I actually going to see while gaming between a modern screen and my current setup? Is it even worth the upgrade?

Thanks for the help!

The T200 is a solid, snappy little monitor—honestly, I wouldn't bother swapping it out unless you're absolutely dying for more screen real estate or a higher resolution.

http://www.benq.com/product/monitor/XL2430T/
I don't want to clutter things up by starting a whole new thread, but I was wondering if this monitor is actually worth dropping $400 on? And, well, safe to assume it's going to be used about 99% of the time just for gaming, right?!

It’s a bit pricey, honestly. It's packed with all these different modes, but I really wonder if you even need half of that stuff just for gaming.
If I were in your shoes, for that $933 I’d probably just grab a 27'' Samsung S27C350H

Jack Alvarez said:http://www.benq.com/product/monitor/XL2430T/
I don't want to start a whole new thread, but is this monitor actually worth $400, and as you might expect, is it basically meant for 99% gaming?

Well, it’s a fast display designed specifically for gamers, nothing else. You have to keep in mind that it uses a TN LCD panel, which means significantly worse viewing angles compared to AMVA, IPS, or AMVA LCD panels, along with less accurate colors and such. As far as I'm concerned, spending $400 on a 24-inch TN monitor is just throwing money out the window. These days, you can enjoy gaming quite comfortably on any monitor featuring an AMVA or IPS (specifically LG AH-IPS) or certainly on a Samsung PLS LCD matrix.😉

Drew Sanchez82 said:The price is high. It's packed with various modes, but the question is how much you actually need those for gaming.
If I were in your shoes, for that amount, I'd rather pick up a 27'' $933Samsung S27C350H.

I don't really get why you're looking at that specific Best Buy link,😁 because that Samsung is priced much lower, though even then it's still quite overpriced considering what we're talking about here. This Samsung model also uses a TN LCD panel, lacks a DVI port, and doesn't offer VESA mounting, which is just classic Samsung penny-pinching. To top it off, this Samsung has an external power supply—like a laptop, it uses that little brick, which is always a subpar option for a monitor in practice.

http://www.cheapdeals.com/computer-monitors/28338A?tab=tst

When it comes to buying a monitor, one of the golden rules is to never buy a 27-inch monitor with a TN LCD panel. A TN LCD panel is fine up to 24 inches, but anything larger than that is a total disaster due to the poor viewing angles.

For the kind of money that tacky, cheap Samsung costs, you could instead buy a BenQ GW2760HS. That BenQ model will absolutely run circles around that Samsung monitor, plain and simple.

http://www.techreviews.com/forum/topic/monitors=asc&view=flat

If someone is dead set on a Samsung monitor, they should just get the "LS27D390HS" model, which also features proven FlickerFree technology..Of course, it suffers from the same typical flaws: no VESA mount, since those four screws are apparently too expensive, and again, no DVI port because that's too pricey, and finally, this model also relies on an external power supply.

http://www.amazon.com/pc-monitors

If anyone is actually hunting for a PC monitor or a TV, this 27 inch LG is sitting at a pretty decent price point. When you run the math on everything, that Samsung model you suggested is basically a solid value, about as reliable as a heavy-duty cast iron skillet.🙂

http://www.bestbuy.com/products/detail...7mt46dpz/84192

I was under the impression that when it comes to gaming, response time and refresh rate were the absolute heavy hitters!

Look, let’s be real—it all comes down to your viewing angle and the Vesa mount. 😁

What am I even supposed to make of it when they try to pitch me monitors with a 5 ms response time, especially since most gaming displays these days are boasting a 1 ms rating?

Everyone seems to be grabbing the Dell P2414H lately, though I see a few Dell U models floating around too.
I've been hearing some really great things about Dell.

This one actually has an 8ms response time, which honestly sounds even worse than what I’m currently dealing with, so I think I'll just stick with the BenQ XL2720T instead.

I bet most people wouldn't even notice the difference.

Hey everyone, I didn't want to start a whole new thread, so I figured I'd just jump in here. I'm looking for a solid gaming monitor, but honestly, I'm a bit out of my depth when it comes to all the specs. I found these two options and would love to get your take on them:

My budget is around $667, so if you know of anything better out there, please let me know! Also, if anyone could suggest a graphics card that would pair well with whichever monitor I pick, that would be amazing. Thanks so much! 🙂

I’ve already brought up my old Samsung t200 monitor here before.
Is it actually worth ditching it, throwing in another $100, and grabbing this one for gaming (found it at Best Buy):

Are there even any noticeable performance jumps between this thing and my ancient T200?

Or does anyone have a solid recommendation for a better 22" gaming monitor for under $0.50?

thanks

I'll just post here instead of starting a whole new thread.

I'm looking into this BenQ monitor. Is it actually any good? I won't be gaming or watching movies on it; I just need it for web browsing and the occasional Photoshop session.

What kind of panel is actually inside this thing??

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...d_monitor.html

Thanks in advance!

Steven Davis19 said:I didn't want to start a whole new thread, so I'll just post here.

I'm looking at this specific BenQ monitor and wondering if it's actually any good. It isn't for gaming or watching movies; I just need it for web browsing and the occasional photo edit in Photoshop.

What exactly is this panel you're talking about??

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...d_monitor.html

Thanks in advance!

Go ahead and grab the BenQ GW2255, because right now, it's easily the best value 22-inch monitor you can find in any US retail store. Regarding what that VA LCD panel entails—specifically the $333"BenQ AMVA LCD panel"
—you'll find the answer in that first link below. If you head over to the RTINGS site and look up AMVA, you'll get all the technical details you need. Everything mentioned in the reviews for the BenQ GW2760HS applies pretty much directly to this BenQ 22 model as well, so you should be fine.
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Thanks for the links and the quick response 🙂

I'll be ordering the monitor tomorrow.