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TN Vs. IPS Vs. VA
When choosing a computer monitor, always take into account the type of panel display uses in addition to the other technical specifications. Flat screens LCD monitors primarily use three different panel types: TN, IPS or VA (in its different forms). The choice of panel is very important, as it determines whether the monitor is responsive enough for your first-person shooters, good at reproducing colors if you work with design or photography, or in some cases both.
Different Monitor Panel Types
The most common type of panel type is the TN–twisted nematic. The others are Vertical Alignment (VA) and In-Plane switching (IPS). Additionally there are different versions of the latter two display types. VA computer monitors primarily come in two versions: Patterned Vertical Alignment (PVA) and Multi-domain Vertical Alignment (MVA). Each technology has its pros and cons and what to look for depends on what you plan on using your monitor for.
TN
TN (Twisted Nematic) is the most common technology and also the oldest. The main advantage is that it provides the shortest response times, making them good for gaming. In combination with LED back-lighting, TN monitors also offer high brightness and draw less power than competing technologies. Another important factor is that they are cheap to manufacture, resulting in low prices for end users.
The drawbacks to the technology is the color shifts that occur at wider viewing angles. There are large differences in quality between different products, but the lower-end ones will exhibit color shift even at moderate angle changes. A TN-based display can usually be identified through these color distortions when viewing the picture from above or from the sides.
IPS
The main advantages with IPS monitors is that the technology offer noticeably better color reproduction as well as much better viewing angles. The downside used to be a difficulty to emphasize blacks, which in turn meant problems with the contrast. IPS panels were also very expensive and slow in the beginning.
Now the manufacturers have started producing so-called Super-IPS (S-IPS) panels at reasonable prices. Response times have crept down considerably and the contrast is much better. In addition, color display and the options to calibrate the colors are superior to the other panel types. IPS panels keep colors constant, even in sharp angles.
VA – MVA and PVA
Further developments have led to MVA and PVA, where the manufacturers are trying to find a technique that would combine the advantages of both TN and IPS. MVA panels offer good viewing angles and generally better blacks and contrast than either TN or IPS panels. Their response times also look good on paper, but unfortunately not in the real world
Even if the response time for white to black is low, it is often considerably higher between two dark tones, leading to Ghosting effects. Another weakness is the color reproduction, which in itself is better than TN but not as good as IPS. PVA panels are in many ways similar to MVA, but have even better blacks and great contrast. The problem with ghosting remains, however.
Conclusion
As you have probably gathered by now, there is no single type of LCD that is good at everything. What panel type you choose must be a compromise based on how you use the monitor. Gamers will generally be happy with TN panels and their exceptional response time. Photographers and graphic designers should buy an IPS monitor instead.
If you are a writer or work in any other field where contrast is an important factor you should have a look at a monitor with an MVA or PVA panel. If you use the screen to the little bit of everything, you might choose a TN-based monitor to save money or a high-end IPS with low response time if you won’t settle for just the mere basics.
Of course it willWith all this I am concerned of one thing. Will my laptop GPU support the resolution of the monitor I buy?
My Laptop Specs: PurshuPro First Gaming Laptop
It's ok monitor also... If it's easier for you, give me the price range and catalog of monitors available in your region and I'll chose for youWhat I found is that my local retailers state the BenQ GL2460HM is outdated and hence its not available. They are suggesting me to go with BenQ GW2470H. Is it a good choice?
Sorry I did not see this reply of yours. Glad I found it atleast now. In India you can visit Flipkart.com and Snapdeal.com which offers variety of collections. And my budget is within 11000 INR (166 $). Hope this much info is sufficient for you to help out.It's ok monitor also... If it's easier for you, give me the price range and catalog of monitors available in your region and I'll chose for you
And is it it a good advice to go with Apple Macbook if I don't want to build a PC?
. Taught of ordering one from US.IMO, there's absolutely no reason to use any Apple device, whatever the main purpose will be
Buying an Apple Macbook Pro is not an alternate to buying a custom built PC, so no it's not good advice. However, that doesn't mean not to buy one. If you think you can adapt to the environment of OS X, then please continue. But be aware that Apple do not offer discounts, what you see is what you get, when buying from Apple.com or retailer.And is it it a good advice to go with Apple Macbook if I don't want to build a PC?
@Klipsh and @BoraMurdar . Is this would be a good choice? BenQ GL2250HM@BoraMurdar if I had to buy a 22 inch monitor which would you recommend?