Just another monitor thread

[Diplomat]

Not only do I need a new cell phone, but I also need to upgrade my monitor situation. Right now I'm running one Norcent 17 inch LCD monitor that is barely capable of displaying 4 tables, with lots of overlap.

What are my options here? I don't mind spending a good chunk of change to get the best setup possible. As I understand it, 1600x1200 is the highest resolution out there right now, at least that is not stupidly high priced...should I wait a bit and see if monitors with better resolution come out? Should I go to dual monitors, or find one massive monitor?

BTW, due to space restrictions, I cannot use CRT monitors.

-Diplomat

[ThePopinjay]

For $1300-$1400 you can get dual Dell 2001FPs.

For $1500 you can get a really really nice 23" LCD that has 1920x1200 widescreen.

IF I had unlimited wealth, dual 23" would the route for me.

The best option probably is the dual 2001FP 20" LCD. I would go dual because play 4 tables of poker and run PT and chat on IRC and browse 2+2. I am a huge multi-tasker so multiple monitors is awesome for me. You might just want to go for 1, 2 is only if you need it.

[Ulysses]

Nice, I'm also buying both new cellphone and monitor(s).

My research has narrowed it down to two options.

Dell 2001FP 20.1in - on sale from Dell for $736 to your door (3 to 5 day shipping) in California.

Samsung 213T 21.3in - $999 + tax - 100 rebate at Best Buy = $985 out the door in CA.

Since the Dell is currently $200 off, that looks to be the clear way to go.

[ericd]

Just received the Dell last week. Looks good so far. Note if you want the sound it requires a $50 add-on.

[mikeyvegas]

I would go with the dual dell 2001FP option.

If you check fatwallet.com or gotapex.com they sometimes have coupon codes for the monitor to get the price as low as $650 per including shipping and tax(for AZ at least). I'm still waiting for them to drop below $500.

[GuyOnTilt]

As I understand it, 1600x1200 is the highest resolution out there right now, at least that is not stupidly high priced

Apple's 30" Cinema Display optimum resolution is 2560x1600, enough to 9-table with overlap on only the chat boxes. The first time I saw one in an Apple store I was completely in awe. It's an absolutely gorgeous monitor.

GoT

[mikeyvegas]

It better be nice for 3299! Looks pretty cool on the website.

30" Apple Monitor

[mikeyvegas]

I was just checking out fatwallet and found they are running a special on the Dell UltraSharp 2001FP

Go here.

Add to cart and at checkout use code D8NT03FJGL$XMF. It expires midnight 10/19/04. Final cost after free shipping is $609. Taxes will be applied if you live in CA, FL, ID, IL, KY, MI, MN, MS, MO, NV, NJ, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, WA, VA, WI.

Seriously, this is a great monitor for this price.

[neon]

[ QUOTE ]
Nice, I'm also buying both new cellphone and monitor(s).

My research has narrowed it down to two options.

Dell 2001FP 20.1in - on sale from Dell for $736 to your door (3 to 5 day shipping) in California.

Samsung 213T 21.3in - $999 + tax - 100 rebate at Best Buy = $985 out the door in CA.

Since the Dell is currently $200 off, that looks to be the clear way to go.

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I hope you haven't made a purchase yet Diablo, as I think you can do waaaay better in terms of price, at least on the Samsung. I just picked up a 213T last week, for ~$625 after $100 mail-in rebate . . . www.techonweb.com.

Btw, it's a kickass monitor [img]/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img]

[astroglide]

the 2001fp is 600 delivered constantly