Monitor

[darkerhorse]

This topic has nothing to do with Italian genealogy, except that I use a computer to access this forum.

I need to purchase a new home computer monitor. I never do gaming or create content like videos. Basically, I use Word, Excel, watch videos, do Internet searches, etc. I don't even use social media. I do work with some photos, digital documents, etc. for genealogy and other purposes.

The Dell monitors I'm considering differ in two regards that I'm trying to decide on.

1. bit depth and color gamut = 6-bit + FRC and 72% CIE1931 versus 8-bit and 99% sRGB

2. power adapter type = external versus internal

I'm leaning toward an internal power adapter and I'm not sure if the difference in color capabilities matters much for me.

I currently have an old NEC Multisync LCD monitor which has served me well, but is now shot.

Thoughts?

[darkerhorse]

All of them have the same response time.

[MarcuccioV]

Based on your needs as stated, you're probably okay with the less expensive one, if that's even a consideration. One may be more of a gamer's monitor, which is most likely overkill for your purposes.

It probably just boils down to what features you prefer (such as the internal power adapter). In the grand scheme of things, either one will be head and shoulders better than what you have now...

[darkerhorse]

Thanks. ! appreciate the response.

I've always had an internal power adapter. It seems an external one would just be another device on the desk or floor which heats up. But since I've never used one, I don't know. Obviously, if an internal one fails it would be harder to replace than an external one.

Have you used both?

[MarcuccioV]

Thanks. ! appreciate the response.

I've always had an internal power adapter. It seems an external one would just be another device on the desk or floor which heats up. But since I've never used one, I don't know. Obviously, if an internal one fails it would be harder to replace than an external one.

Have you used both?

Yes. It's true about the external adapter, but I've never had power issues on any monitor I've had. My current setup is a Dell tower with 2 LG monitors (I use the second one mostly for online poker tournaments with friends so I can have the table on one monitor and our zoom on the other, but I sometimes use both if I'm trying to make comparisons of things so I'm not toggling back & forth). Doesn't seem that with your needs that would prove a benefit.
My wife has 2 monitors as well for work (at home). She has 4 at her office which she only goes to once a week, but she's often comparing data from various sources so it makes things easier. Consider yourself lucky that your needs are relatively simple...

[darkerhorse]

Another variable I discovered is the connection.

Ive been using VGA but my computer also has one HDMI port.

It seems VGA supports 1080 resolution but 1200 might be an issue. One of the monitors I'm considering with 1200 doesn't even have a VGA port, but it's confusing since some do.

Of course, they all come with HDMI but I'd have to buy a new cable. No big deal.

[MarcuccioV]

Another variable I discovered is the connection.

Ive been using VGA but my computer also has one HDMI port.

It seems VGA supports 1080 resolution but 1200 might be an issue. One of the monitors I'm considering with 1200 doesn't even have a VGA port, but it's confusing since some do.

Of course, they all come with HDMI but I'd have to buy a new cable. No big deal.

Mine both use different connections. One is HDMI, not certain on the other (it might be VGA). I can't make out any difference in resolution between the 2 monitors...

[darkerhorse]

I'm not surprised that visual differences are not that perceptible.

I am surprised by the lack of Columbus Day sales, at least on computer items. Is he an endangered species?

[darkerhorse]

For the record, I chose the more expensive monitor, a Dell P2423. I figure I buy a new monitor so infrequently, it's a good investment.

The 24" screen is quite a different experience from the 17" screen I've been using for the past 20 years.

So far, so good.

[MarcuccioV]

For the record, I chose the more expensive monitor, a Dell P2423. I figure I buy a new monitor so infrequently, it's a good investment.

The 24" screen is quite a different experience from the 17" screen I've been using for the past 20 years.

So far, so good.

I have 2 LG's, a 26" and a 24" (I use both at once). I love them. I think you'll continue to be pleased with the larger screen...

[darkerhorse]

Yes, I'm enjoying the larger screen, though it's a bit bright on the eyes compared to what I had.

[petter parker]

I love to play games.

[zetisonu]

I have this feeling my friend, just don't know what it means :
Since you do work with photos and digital documents, the 8-bit/99% sRGB monitor is a better long-term choice. It gives more accurate and reliable color — useful when viewing or enhancing old scanned images or documents in genealogy research.