samsung F2380MX, eizo flexscan EV2333w or hp zr24w

JAPears · 24 Oct 2010 at 18:13

EDIT: also looking at Dell U2410

The title has my current options that I've been looking at, though I'm still completely open to advice as long as the price is around the 200-350 mark (based on cheapest price in the UK)

I work primarily in the graphics business, making use of the whole design premium adobe package, though I also like to let off some heat playing games.

So in summary, I am looking for something which can cater to both needs, decent image quality, whilst still being able to play games without any noticeable ghosting etc.

Thanks,
Jimmy

PCM2 · 24 Oct 2010 at 18:22

The Dell U2410 and ZR24w are the only two options there that are really suitable for gaming (and they are also rather good for graphics work). Given your budget why are you considering the U2410? Is your budget excluding VAT?

The main difference between the ZR24w and the U2410 is that the colour gamut of the latter is greater. Do you like to work within the sRGB colour space or do you prefer a broader colour space (such as Adobe RGB)? This question should really dictate your choice if the budget doesn't limit you.

JAPears · 24 Oct 2010 at 18:34

I've been browsing other online stores, and I can pick up a u2410 refurbished for around the 350 mark, and yes, I do work within adobe RGB.

So price between the monitors not being an issue, the dell is the superior?

PCM2 · 24 Oct 2010 at 18:56

The ZR24w only works within standard sRGB and has a gamut of 72% NTSC (so falling well short of the full Adobe RGB gamut). The Dell U2410 however covers 96% of the Adobe RGB gamut so is a much better choice. From an entertainment perspective I loved using the Dell U2410 as you can see in the review here.