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Thread ID: 101721 2009-07-24 09:04:00 PC monitor vs TV Chikara (5139) Press F1
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794896 2009-07-24 09:04:00 Hi,

Could anyone please explain to me the pros and cons of buying a computer monitor, vs just a normal LCD TV that can also be used for the computer?

Why do more people not just buy a normal LCD TV and use that as their computer monitor? Is it because of the display resolutions, or screen refresh rates, or..??
Chikara (5139)
794897 2009-07-24 09:24:00 Firstly, most TV screens under 32 inches are of a lower resolution than standard LCD Monitors.

They're also much more expensive, even though it has a lower resolution.

TV Monitors usually offer HDMI, RCA and COmponent, while PC Monitors usually have DVI/HDMI, VGA.

Blam
Blam (54)
794898 2009-07-24 09:33:00 PC monitors are generally cheaper than a comparable TV alternative, for example this (www.ascent.co.nz) (Or this (www.ascent.co.nz) (with HDMI and speakers) monitor is capable of displaying 1080P (aka Full HD) video with a good refresh rate and contrast ratio for a fraction of the price of a comparable TV (example (www.dse.co.nz)).

Also, many people can't fit (or would struggle fitting) a 32" TV on their desk.

However, in saying that, a TV is generally larger than a monitor, and therefore easier to watch TV/DVD's on from a normal couch distance.
davidmmac (4619)
794899 2009-07-24 09:53:00 And most people dont own a bank or have money to spend on an LCD TV (me) :p Speedy Gonzales (78)
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