Thinking of adding another monitor...

Will · Mar 31, 2012

I'm thinking about adding an external monitor for my laptop - I've been considering it for a while, but I'm currently trying to edit an article with two squashed Chrome Windows side by side. I only really have space, and money, for one extra screen - is it worth it? Would it just look silly? This is me desperately trying to justify the cost of buying more things. :lol:

I don't want to spend too much on the screen, but I don't want it to be appallingly poor quality. Any recommendations for screens?

Wrench97 · Mar 31, 2012

While the model numbers are different because of the power adapter difference this appears to be the model I've used > http://www.scan.co.uk/products/236-...r-black-full-hd-1920x1080-200001-300cd-m2-5ms

Depends on how much you want to spend :)

Will · Mar 31, 2012

Are there any drawbacks/compatibility problems with using a monitor with a laptop? How much I want to spend depends on how large my next wage packet is... I'll bear that model in mind as a comparison, but I might try and find something cheaper.

niemiro · Mar 31, 2012

I have two monitors, and despite being massively different in age, quality, size and resolution (a recipe for disaster), I have found them to be immensely useful (albeit in a Desktop rather than a Laptop setup). I know that you didn't ask this, but are you looking for a 16:9 or a 4:3 (or 2.35:1) aspect ratio? As a coder, I hate widescreen monitors: I like to see more short lines, because there are not many long lines in coding, which makes a 4:3 aspect ratio better than a widescreen. 16:9 inverted is a different story though...

Will · Mar 31, 2012

My laptop is 16:9 (I think? It's 1600x900 resolution). I want something to match as close as possible to that, I think if I have a widescreen for my laptop, and then a different external monitor it will look too strange.

I'm currently looking at these two: Link 1

Link 2

What's so great about the second link that makes it £20 more? Anything comparable for the price, or is it worth spending a bit more?

Will · Mar 31, 2012

Another alternative: Link 3

Wrench97 · Mar 31, 2012

Doesn't list it in the specs but if the UK models hold true to the US the S19A300 will have more LED's then the S19A100N
Samsung makes a good LED panel.

Wrench97 · Mar 31, 2012

Add this one to your list> http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-S19B150-18-5-Widescreen-Monitor/dp/B00754XV0K/ref=dp_ob_title_ce
Looks to be the replacement for the S19A300.

I've sold a few Hans G monitor a few years back I had 0 issues with their 4:3 monitors but the 16:9 appears they switched panel manufacturers and had a few with dead pixels and one doa. out of about 20.

Will · Mar 31, 2012

I'm considering the latest one you've linked, convenient timing for it's release date. Now just to think of a justification to myself for letting go of £80 :laugh:

Wrench97 · Mar 31, 2012

As long as the release date is not a April Fool's joke :)

Will · Mar 31, 2012

Hopefully not. . .

Am I going to experience any adverse effects with a ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5850 graphics card?

Wrench97 · Mar 31, 2012

No not for normal use.

Will · Mar 31, 2012

Thanks :thumbsup2:

Will · Mar 31, 2012

One last question, Male to Male VGA is the correct cable for the Samsung S19B150?

Wrench97 · Mar 31, 2012

It appears as that is what is included with the monitor, most newer monitors also have a DVI port and or an HDMI but I didn't see any of those listed.

What does your laptop have for video out?

Will · Mar 31, 2012

VGA, also has a HDMI cable adapter with the laptop - think the output is a DisplayPort or something, the adapter is DP to HDMI.

Will · Mar 31, 2012

"D-Sub Cable"

This is VGA?

Wrench97 · Mar 31, 2012

Yep D-Sub is standard VGA out.

Will · Mar 31, 2012

Thanks, I've decided to go with that one. Now just to deal with the impending feelings of guilt at spending money unnecessarily...

Wrench97 · Mar 31, 2012

If you want I can send my wife over, she can help out by reminding you everyday :lol:

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