I've been looking for a new monitor for a while now and I think I want an IPS monitor, but I'm finding it hard to justify the price jump from a good TN. There's been some discussion about monitors here lately, so I have a few questions for IPS owners:
-Do you think it's worth it?
-Are the slower response times noticeable?
EDIT: The one I'm looking at is the Dell U2311h
Yes, that resolution is mmmmm
IPS screens have very awesome view angles.
If you're OK paying hundreds more for slightly more accurate colors and better viewing angles, then go for it. I decided to purchase multiple TN panels instead of one IPS panel.
[QUOTE=ChristopherB;27486373]If you're OK paying hundreds more for slightly more accurate colors and better viewing angles, then go for it. I decided to purchase multiple TN panels instead of one IPS panel.[/QUOTE]
It's only about $100 more for the U2311h vs a good TN panel.
I've got a single TN panel, but since I'm running a one monitor rig, I don't notice any low viewing angles. I'd only go with the IPS panel if you're running a multi-monitor system. If you're not, you'd be fine with a lesser monitor.
[QUOTE=ChristopherB;27486373]If you're OK paying hundreds more for slightly more accurate colors and better viewing angles, then go for it. I decided to purchase multiple TN panels instead of one IPS panel.[/QUOTE]
Hundreds more? What?
use an ipad, that is what an ips screen is like,
then justify if you want to spend more for that on your desktop
if you don't care about slight color inaccuracy / slight color change based on viewing angle, a TN panel should be fine. If you're doing any sort of professional graphical design where you want color accuracy, go with IPS.
I got 2 TN Panels as a dual monitor setup, the second one is turned so I'm looking directly at both. I've had no issues or annoyances with viewing angle at all.
[editline]17th January 2011[/editline]
I wouldn't use the iPad as an example of an IPS display, it's not too large. Try taking a look at Apple's Cinema Display, it's an IPS monitor with a stand and everything, it's a lot closer for comparing to a TN panel monitor.
[QUOTE=IpHa;27486434]It's only about $100 more for the U2311h vs a good TN panel.[/QUOTE]
Perhaps the market has changed since I last looked. When I saw shopping around there was usually a $200-$300 difference between TN and IPS panels of comparable size, pixel density, and features. I was looking at Dell monitors specifically so I can't speak for other brands.
There not worth it if there not dell.
The main thing I dislike about TN panels is that they're only 6-bit and the color reproduction is bad. I don't really care about viewing angle.
I don't do anything that actually _needs_ proper color, it's just something I like.
[QUOTE=Kel|oggs;27489122]There not worth it if there not dell.[/QUOTE]
[quote][b]They're[/b] not worth it if [b]they're[/b] not Dell monitors.[/quote] :engleft:
I was limited to Dell monitors because I needed one with DisplayPort for Eyefinity.
Anyone used the Ultrasharp U2410? I'm considering it for heavy photo-editing and would like to hear of anyone experiences with it.
Yes, I have an HP ZR22w and it is wonderful.
[QUOTE=MisterM;27490958]Anyone used the Ultrasharp U2410? I'm considering it for heavy photo-editing and would like to hear of anyone experiences with it.[/QUOTE]
Great review here: [url]http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/dell_u2410.htm[/url]
[QUOTE=robmaister12;27488997]if you don't care about slight color inaccuracy / slight color change based on viewing angle, a TN panel should be fine. If you're doing any sort of professional graphical design where you want color accuracy, go with IPS.
I got 2 TN Panels as a dual monitor setup, the second one is turned so I'm looking directly at both. I've had no issues or annoyances with viewing angle at all.
[editline]17th January 2011[/editline]
I wouldn't use the iPad as an example of an IPS display, it's not too large. Try taking a look at Apple's Cinema Display, it's an IPS monitor with a stand and everything, it's a lot closer for comparing to a TN panel monitor.[/QUOTE]
Slight is a severe understatement, and no the Cinema Display is not a good example as it uses a glossy finish.
Alright, it seems like the general consensus is that IPS panels are worth it. I still want to hear more about the response time, but I'm going to wait for a good deal before I buy it.
[QUOTE=IpHa;27493496]Alright, it seems like the general consensus is that IPS panels are worth it. I still want to hear more about the response time, but I'm going to wait for a good deal before I buy it.[/QUOTE]
[url]http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/content/dell_u2311h.htm#input_lag[/url]
[QUOTE=Odellus;27493583][url]http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/content/dell_u2311h.htm#input_lag[/url][/QUOTE]
Yeah, I've read just about everything on that site(there's some really interesting stuff,) but I just want to hear from people who have used them.
[QUOTE=IpHa;27493610]Yeah, I've read just about everything on that site(there's some really interesting stuff,) but I just want to hear from people who have used them.[/QUOTE]
I think 10.6 ms average input delay speaks for itself.
[QUOTE=Odellus;27493806]I think 10.6 ms average input delay speaks for itself.[/QUOTE]
Yeah the input delay is pretty good, but I was wondering about the pixel response time.
I have two dell u2311h IPS monitor, I play fast paced FPS games regularly and I have no problems.
Mind you I sat with a CRT for a week before the monitors arrived, noticed no difference.
[QUOTE=IpHa;27493860]Yeah the input delay is pretty good, but I was wondering about the pixel response time.[/QUOTE]
That's the same thing...?
[QUOTE=Odellus;27502436]That's the same thing...?[/QUOTE]
Input lag is the time the monitor spends processing the signal before updating the display, response time is the time it takes for the pixel to physically switch colors.
[QUOTE=IpHa;27502483]Input lag is the time the monitor spends processing the signal before updating the display, response time is the time it takes for the pixel to physically switch colors.[/QUOTE]
And both happen in that 10.6 ms. What's your point?
[QUOTE=IpHa;27502483]Input lag is the time the monitor spends processing the signal before updating the display, response time is the time it takes for the pixel to physically switch colors.[/QUOTE]
So basically adding those together, is the time from the computer outputting the picture to it being displayed on the monitor?
I have a Dell ST2210, I paid only 125 bucks for it, and I'm happy with it. I personally can't justify spending a hundred bucks more for a slightly better view. I'd rather use that money to help afford a new processor or a Kindle or something.
If you are only a gamer, just get a good TN panel with a low response time. If you're a graphic designer of any kind, then you want an IPS panel. You can still game on an IPS panel, I don't really notice any ghosting on my two (2007WFP 2005FPW)
sources: personal experience
I love the price of my HP2509m TN panel, but the color banding from the low color reproduction really is terrible when editing photos in photoshop or lightroom. And especially doing color grading in after effects. If I had the extra 800 dollars I'd get Dell's 27" Ultra :D
IPS are worth it for the color and viewing angles, they aren't primarily for gaming, but they do well enough.
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