LG 23 inch IPS monitor - any good?

[Boynielaad]

I've ordered a new laptop and need an IPS screen to go with it.

I'd settled on the Dell Ultrasharp 23 inch but then saw this LG version at £60 less -

http://www.amazon.co.uk/LG-IPS234V-...11?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1355182457&sr=1-11

Can anyone advise whether it'll do the job please?

Thanks

Andy

 

[mid_gen]

Depends what 'the job' is. Personally I use one and find it excellent, no complaints. Looks as good as the Dell panels when I had them side to side.

If you're earning a living from print work, it might be a different story....

 

[Boynielaad]

Thanks Chris,

What I, perhaps, ought to have said was "Is it as good as the Dell?"

I'll need it to ensure my colours are correct before sending images to the printers.

 

[Saintsman]

I read a couple of reviews which spoke VERY highly of the LG IPS monitors. Another one which rated very highly was the AOC i2353Fh which PC World are currently selling with £50 off at £149

 

[LongLensPhotography]

we have 2 in the office. LG stand is horrible, the only way to make it sensible is to stick a very thick book underneath. It feels cheaply made.
The also seem a bit bluish out of the box and will certainly need calibration.

 

[Boynielaad]

we have 2 in the office. LG stand is horrible, the only way to make it sensible is to stick a very thick book underneath. It feels cheaply made.
The also seem a bit bluish out of the box and will certainly need calibration.

Can you explain the problem with the stand in a bit more detail please?

 

[LongLensPhotography]

Can you explain the problem with the stand in a bit more detail please?

It is very low, no way to raise it up. To make it worse it is very light, plasticky and feels like it's going to tip over.

Dell on the other hand makes great stands - easy to adjust and very stable.

 

[Boynielaad]

It is very low, no way to raise it up. To make it worse it is very light, plasticky and feels like it's going to tip over.

Dell on the other hand makes great stands - easy to adjust and very stable.

Thanks, useful to know.

 

[rjbell]

I went for a ViewSonic VX2336s in the end as it was winning group tests and stuff. Not the prettiest body but picture is great. Need to calibrate it now.