23" Dell UltraSharp U2312HM IPS (1920x1080) LED Monitor $219.99 + Free Shipping *Back Again*
 

Newegg

For those missed out on the limited time Shell Shocker Deal here, it's back again.

• 23" Dell UltraSharp U2312HM IPS (1920x1080) LED Monitor [newegg.com]
  • $219.99 + Free Shipping

I was choosing between this and the ASUS MX239H. Still haven't decided, so glad this deal is back in case I choose the Dell.

I would take the dell. My experience with dell monitors have been pretty good compared to Asus. Below is my review of an Asus VG278H so probably not helpful to you. I like my asus, but it has some really annoying stuff.

-I am currently using the Asus VG278H. Takes forever to come back from standby and even longer to turn on. (5-7 seconds to come back from standby, 9-10 seconds just to turn on...)
-Also dumb at changing source/inputs. If you decide to turn off one source and goto another source while changing inputs, it will say "No Signal" on the new source and you have to change the input source all over again... ie. I turn off my PC using DVI, while PS3 is already on using HDMI. If u decide to change input source to HDMI right when PC turns off, it will say HDMI No Signal.... Changing source takes similar time to come back from -standby (5-7 seconds).
-The monitor tends to tilt to the right (right side is lower). I have to push it back in place every few days.
-uses the shiny plastic that gets scratched from just putting your finger on it. Even gets scratched from my microfiber cloths. (Like the phat PS3)
-makes a electronic noise, but cant hear only bcuz PC fans are louder.
-Cable/Wire management hook behind the monitor is the located at same height as where u would plug the cables in. So you have to actually bend the cables back up before bending them downwards as you put it in the hook... So wires are in an 'S' shape rotated 90 degrees. No reason to use it.

I am keeping this is because i got it for ~$270, 27in, nvidia 3d vision, 3d works on ps3 too

How does this compare to this other LED IPS Monitor from Dell that's $169?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Pro...Tpk=S2340M

Ultrasharp has a 3 year warranty and a DisplayPort input, the other does not.

I've been looking at monitor deals for a couple weeks now... Really want to get a new IPS monitor.
Few days ago when this deal was out, I was contemplating for so long, then when I decided I wanted to buy it, the deal was over.
Now i am debating whether to get this again or not.

Someone please convince me one way or another?

If I'm not using DisplayPort, which I'm not. That's $50 for a warranty.

Is there any quality of display difference? I noticed the gamut coverage is the same. I'd be using this for Photo editing.

If you have a costco membership, pick it up from there. Excellent return policy and it's $160 :D

http://m.costco.com/Dell-23%22-Fu...19103.html

Jeez, if you're doing nVidia surround/ amd eyefinity, the lack of bezel width on those would rock.

Well, the major difference for viewing is the glossy screen (S2340M) versus antiglare (Ultrasharp). Also, the Ultrasharp has Display Port, 90 degree swivel stand, a USB Hub, and includes a DVI cable (S2340M only includes VGA in the box).

And, I'm noticing the Ultrasharp includes a height adjustment, whereas the s2340m only has a swivel.

u2312hm stand has height and swivel adjustment and a standard vesa mount. It also has a matte finish vs a glossy screen . If you read some reviews you may find additional differences.

Isn't the same model, the one at Costco is the lower tier Dell monitor. What you loose for the difference is, higher quality stand, more inputs, Usb hub in monitor.

The pictures of the S2340M @ newegg are somewhat misleading, there is a bezel (it's pretty slim, but not nearly as slim as those newegg pictures would have you believe).

No the pictures on Newegg are accurate. I saw this at Bestbuy in person and there is virtually no bevel except for the bottom side.

I guess I have some further research to do, but am I understanding correctly that the DisplayPort doesn't replace an HDMI port, and the displayport is for connecting a video source to the monitor for playback? Something other than the computer?

At this resolution, is there any difference between DVI (the cable that it includes) and DisplayPort?
I guess what i am asking is should I buy a different DVI or DisplayPort cable at the same time?

He was asking about the 2340M linked to in his post....I posted a cheaper source :wave:

DisplayPort is for computers. It is a more recent option that you will find on a lot of Macs and some PCs. Thunderbolt=DisplayPort+some high speed data transfer(my understanding).

There is about 0.5" worth of bezel on the top/sides. Which is great, and thinner than the vast majority of monitors, but not what I would consider virtually no bezel (which is what the newegg pictures depict). Check out these photos of the S2340:

you'll have to scroll down a bit - http://hardforum.com/showthread.p...16&page=19

or one of Dell's own listings for the monitor - http://accessories.ap.dell.com/sn...dellSearch

Both clearly show more bezel than newegg's photos.

Edit: I realize that we might be misunderstanding each other, as the monitor gives the appearance of no bezel on the top/sides due to edge to edge glass, but this is only when the monitor is off. The screen itself is not edge to edge.

yes, dell monitor stand is priceless...!

Good deal. I need to measure my desk to see if I can fit another monitor before I pull the trigger...

Oh, and btw, it's bezel NOT bevel.

DVI, DisplayPort, and HDMI all send a digital signal which means that cable quality should not be a big deal over short distances. There may be some features, like internet over DisplayPort, that require a specific cable, so do your research. The DVI cable that came with my u2312hm appears to be high quality.
If you have an HDMI device to connect I would use an HDMI to DVI cable. My understanding is that those video signals a basically the same.
I recommend monoprice.com for cables.

I got one of these when they were 199 from dell during the holidays. Its really an excellent monitor compared to the other cheap o's at this price level.

In for one! Thanks!
Now I just need a 3570k and my 1st build is complete!

If you live near a Microcenter, I got a i3770k for $180 last month. Sick bargain.... Not sure if that deal is still running.

Check out this website for answers to most if not all of your questions:
http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/
I am in the market for a new monitor also and still haven't made up my mind. I am looking for something with a 16:10 aspect ratio though and still debating.:confused:

Well I heard this monitor comes with a DVI single-link cable. I guess what I am trying to ask is, will that be sufficient for a resolution that this runs at? Or would an upgraded cable to DVI dual-link or DisplayPort have any type of difference?

Your answer is a single link Dvi cable will max out anything at 1920x1080

See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digi..._Interface

nope. I'm in Phoenix. All we have is Frys.
:(
$200 or less and I'm all over it. Waiting game it appears.

Exactly what I discovered a couple months ago when looking at that monitor. Neweggs photos are either fake, or misleading at best. Looking at all the other photos from other websites showed much different images.

When did MC have the i3770k for $180? Was there a slick deal thread for that price? I have been watching the price and saw nothing like that.