Buying a computer monitor should be as easy as buying a brand new television set, but it would be worthwhile to know the latest trends to determine what is most suitable for you. Like the CRT (cathode ray tube) monitor is already being phased out and replaced by the flat LCD (liquid crystal display) screens. The screen size of LCD's has also increased including its height and width so that you choose between the standard size and a widescreen. Let us go further into the details.
The budget
The basic considerations when buying a computer monitor is the budget, the space and computer usage. Like if you are considering buying a computer monitor that is inexpensive, there are good brands that cost a little over $100.00 like an HP widescreen 1858 or you can go for the higher models such as the HP 27-inch with a price tag of $363.00. However, if there are no budget constraints to worry about, then you can splurge on a Dell Ultrasharp that costs almost a $1,000.00 or you may prefer the $500.00 range of the LG W2486L. Another good brand that is high on the list for its price and its features is the Samsung SyncMaster.
CRT and LCD
The old CRT monitor has been displaced by the LCD monitor primarily because of its size and weight and because the CRT is not energy efficient. The design of LCD monitors is sleek and elegant compared to the CRT which is bulky and occupies so much desk space. However, when it comes to viewing quality the CRT continues to have an edge because the color range display is maximized. A CRT monitor also allows you to view the images at any angle without distortion unlike an LCD where you need to view the image from the center. That is why the outmoded CRT is still the monitor of choice for graphic artists, photographers, video editors and those in the multimedia profession. Other than these two advantages inherent in a CRT monitor, the LCD monitor is still far superior in quality and functionality. LCD monitors are also environment friendly and this should be a good reason for you to consider buying a computer monitor to upgrade and replace your old one.
Computer Usage
You need to familiarize with the following terms and aspects according to your computer use:
Resolution - a computer monitor is made up of picture elements or pixels and the image displayed which is measured in number of pixels is defined as the resolution. Like a resolution of 800 x 600 (width x height), which simply means that the screen is 800 pixels wide and 600 pixels tall would look fine in 14" to 17" monitors, but would start to look distorted in a 19" and above screen. The recommended resolution according to screen size and usage are:
1024 x 768 - is the standard for home and ordinary business use. This resolution is best viewed in a 17" size monitor.
1920 x 1080 - is the recommended resolution for multi-media applications, gaming and viewing high definition images. Larger screens above 20" would best fit this higher resolution.
Screen size - a computer monitor 17" up to 20" is sufficient for basic tasks such as email, surfing the internet, and document applications. You can also watch a video and do simple photo editing with that monitor size. Screens with sizes over 20" are highly recommended for multi-media applications and gaming.
Response time - If you like hardcore gaming or dabble in graphics and photo editing or enjoy watching high definition movies, the resolution and screen size would not be enough if you are buying a computer monitor. The response time is important which is measured in milliseconds (ms). With a lower response rate like 5ms, your monitor will give a better view of moving images.
Ask your dealer about other factors when buying a computer monitor such as compatibility when you upgrade from a CRT to an LCD, connectivity options, contrast ratio, and standard or widescreen options.
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