Samsung SyncMaster 915N

[Kaadg]

Don't know if anyone has seen this yet, but it looks like other companies will have to catch up.

http://www.cnet.com/4520-10602_1-5618782-1.html

Kaad_G

 

[Excelsior]

http://www.xbitlabs.com/news/o...ay/20040904144305.html

It sure isn't just Samsung....you know that the technology in LCDs usually pans out through all the companies anyway, right?

 

[Regs]

I'm more amazed at the contrast ratio right now until the LCD gets in the hands of Anand. Can't always believe in the spec's the developers put out.

 

[Kaadg]

Yep, and hopefully it will happen quickly.

Prices for the current LCDs should fall even further while people start to buy the newer models.

Kaad_g

 

[Kaadg]

Also this is a 19in, I believe most 8ms LCD monitors are 17in. So the competition is heating up.

Kaad_g

 

[Wolfshanze]

Any firm shipping dates? This looks promising.

 

[Kaadg]

Next month according to the article.

Kaad_g

 

[Wolfshanze]

Hmmm... according to this article it's 16.2m colors (not 8-bit), and only has a D-sub (analog) connector? No mention of a DVI connector... is this link right or wrong?

 

[yhelothar]

I don't see any streaking with 16ms monitors already. What they need is to make it have a real true black, then it'll be a contender against CRTs for gaming.

 

[dlockert]

Check out the Samsung Website.
This just appears to be an upgrade of the 910N.
I was looking for a possible upgrade to the 910T.
All I found was the 920T. Has anybody heard of these? I havn't. They appear to be available at online sites.
UNFORTUNATELY, It's 25 ms response time, and it will cost you and arm and a leg to buy one. (HA!) It looks pretty though.

dl

 

[Kaadg]

I don't think we'll know the real story behind the quality and capabilities until we get a hands on "real world" review.

Kaad_g

 

[CraigRT]

Are we ever going to see a 19" with a resolution other than 1280?

 

[dlockert]

Never heard of such a monster. Sounds like a nice idea, though.
Might have to wait another year or two.

Regarding the Samsung 915N, I am sure the screen will provide excellent performance for it's intended market. Since there is no DVI, it obviously isn't top of the line, and will probably be a main stream monitor.

dl

 

[HeatMiser]

Originally posted by: Wolfshanze
No mention of a DVI connector... is this link right or wrong?

Yeah, Samsung's naming convention usually follows N=Analog / no DVI, T= DVI and analog. I think that site is correct.

 

[CraigRT]

no DVI eh, that's a shame really

 

[Tiamat]

Originally posted by: CraigRT
Are we ever going to see a 19" with a resolution other than 1280?

Planar makes one. Unforunately I do not have a link, but they are the only ones that I have seen to manufacture a 1600x1200 res 19" monitor.

As for 8ms 700 contrast ratio blah blah... I will not be impressed unless the viewing angle is as good or superior to my 213T. I just got a 712N for secondary monitor, and the viewing angle is terrible compared to my 213T. Sure, the response is fine, but I think these companies are sacrificing viewing angle to satisfy the other advancements.

 

[Wolfshanze]

I was considering holding out to see how the Samsung 915N turned out... however, upon realizing no DVI on this thing, I gave up and took the plunge on a Viewsonic VP1912B WITH DVI. Should get it late this week or early next week... couldn't miss the sale... I got it for less then $550 shipping included at NewEgg.

Too bad... I really like Samsung, but frankly I think there is no excuse not to put a DVI connector on EVERY LCD monitor... there is just no excuses anymore. Lost another sale to Ditech... er Viewsonic that is.

 

[dlockert]

Planar.com

Which 19" LCD is 1600X1200?

 

[CraigRT]

Originally posted by: dlockert
Planar.com

Which 19" LCD is 1600X1200?

yeah I wanna know too!

 

[gimps]

I have the SyncMaster 213T... very nice, if I say so myself. I love the monitor, picture is great, and gaming on it looks awesome.
And it has a max resolution of 1600x1200

 

[CALIKUSH]

I think the samsung 915N is a good deal. Currently Newegg is selling it for $379. The 700:1 Contrast and 8ms refresh have already sold me and I like bezel. I think I could overlook not having the DVI. Overall I think it is a good fast budget monitor. For someone who generally goes for the best bang for the buck, it's a perfect fit. . In a month or so, when I get my tax refund, I'll buy one.

 

[n7]

Not to threadjack, but IMO, this 19" LCD (8ms; 700:1 contrast; DVI-D + D-Sub) pwns that Samsung.

We just got it at work, & it's gorgeous

That brighter type screen is just beauitful; you have to see it to appreciate it.

 

[xtknight]

Wait for the 915T (DVI+D-Sub) to become available. Analog input is fairly disappointing.

 

[CALIKUSH]

Thanks for the advice, Hopefully when I'm ready to buy, the 915t will be out. As for that Nec lcd; yeah, it beats out the Samsung, but it's a couple hundred bucks more. I really would like to spend below $500 bucks.

 

[n7]

Originally posted by: CALIKUSH
Thanks for the advice, Hopefully when I'm ready to buy, the 915t will be out. As for that Nec lcd; yeah, it beats out the Samsung, but it's a couple hundred bucks more. I really would like to spend below $500 bucks.

My link was Canadian dollars.

I would assume we are getting raped on the price as usual, which would mean it should be below $500 US, though i don't really know what US stores to check to confirm that.