Refurb Monitor?

[Markeh]

OK, I'm currently on my machine using a Proview MA782KC. 17", 4:3, 1280x1024, VGA, speakers. Not brilliant.

I've got about £65. No more. I could, infact, after this weekend, end up with less than that. I was on MCS the other night and saw this: http://www.mcscom.co.uk/product.php?xProd=12762&xSec=4
Dell Ultrasharp 1908WFP. 19" Widescren, 1440x900, DVI too. Plus it has a USB hub, which considering I'm running out of USB ports, is a good thing.

Would this be a worthwhile upgrade? Sure I can buy a new monitor for £70, but that BenQ that's £68 on ebuyer has a smaller res, same size screen, and VGA. I want to futureproof myself with DVI.]

Also, this is for my main rig, with a Sapphire HD 4670. Will it perform as well in games (such as GTA IV, EFLC, The Sims 3), as it does at 1280x1024?

[Recursion]

Dell monitors are fantastic, go for it. I think that may be the model We got a few of for the office at work and they're very good.

[Suspective]

It really is worth it. Dell have always produced good monitors, and I am looking to buy a new one soon - so I will definitely be taking a look. You will really notice the difference in performance despite it only being a 2" size difference.

Good luck.

[Markeh]

will I get a noticeable drop in FPS from GTA IV?

You see, I'm also debating getting a 500GB external HDD for storing my DVDs on. But if the monitor will be more beneficial, I'll go for it.

[Recursion]

You'll see slight framerate drops at those resolutions but nothing too drastic IMO, I say go for it over the 500GB drive unless you need the space.

[Markeh]

The monitor price was without VAT

including delivery, it's £88.

Same price as a similar specced Asus monitor from Ebuyer

[Marbian]

I love the monitor you posted there... I might get that my self.