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March 25th, 2007 18:00

Dell 2007FP versus Samsung 204B

We are trying to decide if we want to upgrade to a 20 inch monitor.  If we do, we think we will choose between Dell Ultrasharp 2007FP and Samsung Syncmaster 204B.  Also, we run on Windows Vista Home Premium and wonder if there are any compatibilty issues we need to know about.  All advice is appreciated.
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    rc99

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    Posted March 25th, 2007 21:00

    I actually replaced my Sammy 204B with a Dell 2007WFP and couldn't be happier. the Sammy's TN panel was killing my eyes even with brightness turned down low, and teh viewing angles were atrocious. Now...you may get the S-PVA panel or the S-IPS panel on the 2007FP (more likely the former), but I have used Dell Ultrasharps with S-PVAs (my 2007WFP's have the S-IPS), and it is still noticeably better than the TN panel used on the Samsung 204B. I could see the Samsung making a good choice for gaming because of its speed and contrast/brightness, but for everyday use, it puts a lot of strain on you.
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    Posted March 27th, 2007 16:00

    I just bought a 2007FP and two of my friends both have 204B's... while I have not seen them side by side, I think the 2007FP has better color than the 204B's and it's certainly way better with viewing angles than the Samsung.  I got lucky and got an S-IPS.  I'm obviously a bit biased.  Dell is also cheaper if you get it on sale.
     
    Good luck.

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