17" LCD for gaming specs?

[blubomber]

What are some good points to look for in a 17" LCD that will be used for everything from surfing the net, editing pics, web design, watching DVDs, and gaming. Games would be like CoD 1&2, BIA, HL2, DOOM, and similar.

thanks.

[AFMAN10]

i have 2 of these, 19 inch ones actually... (check out the link) i like um a lot.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1115363845270

[Whir]

Fast response time, high contrast, high lumens.

Be careful what you read though. Some manufacturers are advertising a 4ms RT, but it's actually 12ms. 4 to white, 4 to black, 4 back to white. Those are probably still the fastest, but don't be fooled.

I prefer Samsung's LCD in specification, and they're one of the top players in video right now.

[The_Shooter]

Things to look for when purchasing a new LCD monitor is 1st the size you would like. But also look for the following:

Standard on a 17-19in LCD is 1280x1024
Get one with a good response time. 8-16ms will be fine. When you get something over 20ms you will start to see what they call "Ghosting".
Get one with a good contrast ratio. I have a 17in LCD with 600:1 contrast, its the measurement of the darkest black vs the brightest white.
Look for something with a good warranty, usually if they have a good warranty, its gonna be something they stand behind and it will last.

I prefer Samsung, if you look around and shop, you can get some really good deals. I have a 17in LCD Samsung the 710N. I love it. I also have a 19in Samsung LCD thats great. Its the 914V. The seller on Samsung other than there good reviews are the 3 year warranty that comes with them.

But I am sure others here will be helpful with giving some tips on buying a new LCD. Good luck

[blubomber]

Thanks for the guidance. I will keep those specs in mind when choosing my 17" LCD.

[filipino]

Yeah Samsung all the way!!!!