Which 24" Monitor?

Malal · 16 Mar 2008 at 15:51

Hi,

Which would be the best choice the BenQ FP241W or the Hyundai W241D-PVA.

My needs are mixed, basically I want to get 2 monitors for programming (is 24" too big for a dual monitor setup?) but would like the monitors to have a HDMI connection so I can hook up my PS3 to the 2nd monitor for programming. Also want it for gaming/movies etc.

Also currently I have a ATI 1900XT gfx card, would I need to upgrade it if I got these in a dual monitor setup?

Any other hints/tips would be appreciated.

Cheers

Tombo · 16 Mar 2008 at 18:52

Don't let no HDMI be a problem for you, HDMI to DVI cables are cheap.

Malal · 17 Mar 2008 at 23:52

Ok, think from what I've read here and elsewhere I'm going to go for the Hyundai.

Back to the question regarding my gfx card, I think initially I'm going to get 1 screen and continue running my 22" CRT and my second monitor. Will my 1950XT be able to cope with both these monitors running, as I guess the Hyundai will want to be run at its native resolution?

Having read of the "imminent" arrival of the RV770 cards I dont really want to spend any money on a new card if I can help it.

Cheers for your help

Malal · 19 Mar 2008 at 15:47

Bump. Anyone?

iMacMart · 19 Mar 2008 at 16:47

Just purchased a OcUK value 24" VA panel for £227 delivered I think, I'm really pleased with it?

RandomTom · 19 Mar 2008 at 16:54

tweakinfreak said:
Just purchased a OcUK value 24" VA panel for £227 delivered I think, I'm really pleased with it?

Are you?

Malal · 19 Mar 2008 at 16:55

I'll check it out, but im still unsure if my GFX card will be able to cope ???

iMacMart · 19 Mar 2008 at 16:58

RandomTom said:
Are you?

Yes I am

cRuNcHiE · 19 Mar 2008 at 17:59

Don't forget the OCUk value 24" Dvi port is NOT HDCP enabled so PS3 wont work at all without a HDfury Gamers edition cable ( About £50) and that plugs into the VGA port