Some LCD advice

[Fu3lFr3nzy]

So im currently browsing around for a 42" LCD that I can use as a pc monitor, to play video games and watch movies. Now, I already found a couple good ones, but heres the stumper for me.

I found one thats 1080p though the contrast ratio is only 1000:1

OTOH, the 720p ver. has a 1600:1 contrast ratio.

The two are very close in price(under a grand), so I wanted to ask if the loss of 600 contrast worth going to 1080p or is it much better to have better contrast though being stuck at only 720p.

I know some will suggest "why not get a 24" comp monitor" or "spend $$$ more and you can get ____" but I've already looked into that and my question is really the one that fits into my current situation

 

[Capeta]

The 1000:1 is likely static contrast and the 1600:1 is likely dynamic contrast. I'd go with the HD panel since 1000:1 static CR is already very good anyway. BTW which models are these?

 

[Fu3lFr3nzy]

Cool! thanks for that

Westinghouse LVM-42w2(1080p) (other sites sell em cheaper, hence under 1k )

Westinghouse W4207(720p)

I wish I can afford the more pricier Sharp Aquos or other top quality brands, but I just want something to use in the mean time and in a year or two, prices should be significantly lower

 

[Capeta]

Westinghouse are very good LCDs even though they don't have the same brand recognition like Sharps and Sonys, but that's also why they're more affordable.

 

[Fu3lFr3nzy]

Yeah, I've known the brand since I was a little kid

I'll go dig some more into this. Thanks again

 

[pascal]

I dont know about Westinghouse TVs but found this review of an smaller/older TV: http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtvreviews/westinghouse-lcd-tv-review.shtml

Hope this help.