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Looking for a nice, affordable 19-22" LCD
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Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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I've got my macbook pro, and I am looking into getting an external LCD to improve productivity, etc. Ideally I think a 19" to 22" LCD would do the job, w. a max price being $275. I've looked at some dells, but the reviews seem to be so-so. I know some Samsungs are good to, but not quite sure which.
Thanks!
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15" MacBook Pro 2.0GHz i7 4GB RAM 6490M 120GB OWC 6G SSD 500GB HD
15" MacBook Pro 2.4GHz C2D 2GB RAM 8600M GT 200GB HD
17" C2D iMac 2.0GHz 2GB RAM x1600 500GB HD
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Both of those are good choices. I'd add that I'm very happy with my Westinghouse 22", which can be had for $200-250.
A Dell or Samsung 20" is probably the sweet spot for that budget.
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Join Date: Oct 2005
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22" is the same resolution as 20", so it's mostly a waste.
Dell SP2008WFP looks like a great pick at $217.
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Originally Posted by mduell 
22" is the same resolution as 20", so it's mostly a waste.
Dell SP2008WFP looks like a great pick at $217.
I've looked at that too, but I'm not too into the glossy. And I think it would look weird next to my flat macbook pro.
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15" MacBook Pro 2.0GHz i7 4GB RAM 6490M 120GB OWC 6G SSD 500GB HD
15" MacBook Pro 2.4GHz C2D 2GB RAM 8600M GT 200GB HD
17" C2D iMac 2.0GHz 2GB RAM x1600 500GB HD
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15" MacBook Pro 2.0GHz i7 4GB RAM 6490M 120GB OWC 6G SSD 500GB HD
15" MacBook Pro 2.4GHz C2D 2GB RAM 8600M GT 200GB HD
17" C2D iMac 2.0GHz 2GB RAM x1600 500GB HD
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Join Date: Mar 2001
Location: CO
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So, I'm interested in something in the 20-24" range, too. How do I find out what a pixel resolution a given Mac will support?
For example my ALBook 15" has a 1280 x 854 screen, and I know it will drive more pixels, but how exactly how many? Choosing "About this Mac" and then "more info" only tells me about screens that are attached (not what size *could* be).
Isn't there some way besides finding original manual? Esp. since I'd like to think about a used Mac Mini as second machine sometimes to drive the second monitor -- but now sure how reliable it would be to read description of a used unit's capabilities. Guidance?
:: feeling dense ::
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Join Date: Oct 2005
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Any non-decrepit Mac will support up to 1920x1200, the typical resolution for displays up to 27" (there are few exceptions, all priced $$$$).
Your MacBook pro supports up to 2560x1600 (30" display res).
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