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Dell U2913WM 29-Inch Ultra-Wide LCD Monitor
Posted by Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 11/17/2012 02:48 PM | 22 comment(s) ]
Dell is launching a newest ultra-wide LCD monitor, the U2913WM. Adopting an AH IPS panel, this new 29-inch LED-backlight monitor provides 2560 x 1080 native resolution with 21:9 aspect ratio, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m2 brightness, 8ms (GTG) response time and 178/178 degree viewing angles. Connectivity-wise, it has a DVI-D port, a D-Sub port, a DisplayPort, a mini DisplayPort, an HDMI port and a 4-port USB 3.0 hub. The U2913WM is available now for 39,980 Yen (about $492).
Dell high-end digital U2913WM series is equipped with the latest features to enhance productivity wide full HD resolution of 2,560 x 1,080, options, and rich connectivity, you can enjoy the powerful image of 29 inches.
- 29 inches wide display with 21:9 aspect ratio and resolution (2,560 x 1,080) are ideal for multitasking Wide Full HD: vivid panorama screen.
- Color corrected at the factory: exceptional color accuracy. Enjoy the shades better than 99% less than 5 color difference, color space coverage of sRGB.
- Simple Management: Use Dell Display Manager, you can manage innovative display features such as Easy Arrange and Smart Video Enhance.
Dell U2913WM 29-Inch Ultra-Wide LCD Monitor
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#4456473 Posted on: 11/17/2012 01:34 PM
Too wide? This seems like a great alternative to eyefinity gaming if you hate the bezels around between multiple displays.
Too wide? This seems like a great alternative to eyefinity gaming if you hate the bezels around between multiple displays.
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#4456476 Posted on: 11/17/2012 01:45 PM
I think an Ultra wide monitor is the way to go for gaming. Race and flight sims would look great with a 21.9 aspect ratio. LG has a 27" with a resolution of 2560x1440. That's the one,or three, I would go with.
I think an Ultra wide monitor is the way to go for gaming. Race and flight sims would look great with a 21.9 aspect ratio. LG has a 27" with a resolution of 2560x1440. That's the one,or three, I would go with.
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#4456483 Posted on: 11/17/2012 01:56 PM
As this uses the same panel as LG's EA93 model that's on sale in Korea, the reviews/tests of the panel performance will be interesting.
As this uses the same panel as LG's EA93 model that's on sale in Korea, the reviews/tests of the panel performance will be interesting.
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#4457393 Posted on: 11/18/2012 09:44 PM
Why? This is a 2560x1440 monitor that has been chopped at the top and bottom. How is that a benefit to anyone?
Why? This is a 2560x1440 monitor that has been chopped at the top and bottom. How is that a benefit to anyone?
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#4457465 Posted on: 11/19/2012 12:43 AM
Why? Because some people might want to buy an ultra wide monitor and don't have money for screens with that large panels :rolleyes
And arguably at games a wider screen is better.
Why? This is a 2560x1440 monitor that has been chopped at the top and bottom. How is that a benefit to anyone?
Why? Because some people might want to buy an ultra wide monitor and don't have money for screens with that large panels :rolleyes
And arguably at games a wider screen is better.
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#4457531 Posted on: 11/19/2012 02:56 AM
Why? Because some people might want to buy an ultra wide monitor and don't have money for screens with that large panels :rolleyes
And arguably at games a wider screen is better.
wider might be better but not with an 8ms response time it isn't
give me that same monitor with 5ms or less or GTFO
Why? Because some people might want to buy an ultra wide monitor and don't have money for screens with that large panels :rolleyes
And arguably at games a wider screen is better.
wider might be better but not with an 8ms response time it isn't
give me that same monitor with 5ms or less or GTFO
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#4457575 Posted on: 11/19/2012 04:19 AM
wider might be better but not with an 8ms response time it isn't
give me that same monitor with 5ms or less or GTFO
interestingly, the LG model using the same panel is 5ms
wider might be better but not with an 8ms response time it isn't
give me that same monitor with 5ms or less or GTFO
interestingly, the LG model using the same panel is 5ms
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#4457618 Posted on: 11/19/2012 05:45 AM
The response time/ms of MOST screens, monitors, HDTV's are bull$hit, just a marketing gimmick, most manufacturers lie.
The ONLY way to truly find out the response rate of a panel is by testing it, reading a professional review which will test all aspects & will give you it's response time. Usually the response time is HIGHER than what the manufacturer claims it is...
interestingly, the LG model using the same panel is 5ms
The response time/ms of MOST screens, monitors, HDTV's are bull$hit, just a marketing gimmick, most manufacturers lie.
The ONLY way to truly find out the response rate of a panel is by testing it, reading a professional review which will test all aspects & will give you it's response time. Usually the response time is HIGHER than what the manufacturer claims it is...
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#4457791 Posted on: 11/19/2012 12:52 PM
I have the 23" ultrasharp too and see the grainy sand film you're talking about. Bit of a bummer, screen was priced pretty cheaply though so I couldn't resist.
Too wide IMO. 16:9 is wide enough. Dell have a nasty habit of destroying IPS picture quality with a layer of glue of and sand rubbed onto the panel just to make sure you'll never get a clear image. I think they're trying to be ironic or something, pay for colour accuracy, get no accuracy thanks to a layer of sand.
I have the 23" ultrasharp too and see the grainy sand film you're talking about. Bit of a bummer, screen was priced pretty cheaply though so I couldn't resist.
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#4457893 Posted on: 11/19/2012 03:39 PM
The response time/ms of MOST screens, monitors, HDTV's are bull$hit, just a marketing gimmick, most manufacturers lie.
The ONLY way to truly find out the response rate of a panel is by testing it, reading a professional review which will test all aspects & will give you it's response time. Usually the response time is HIGHER than what the manufacturer claims it is...
True.
Don't forget about input lag.
The response time/ms of MOST screens, monitors, HDTV's are bull$hit, just a marketing gimmick, most manufacturers lie.
The ONLY way to truly find out the response rate of a panel is by testing it, reading a professional review which will test all aspects & will give you it's response time. Usually the response time is HIGHER than what the manufacturer claims it is...
True.
Don't forget about input lag.
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#4458416 Posted on: 11/20/2012 05:54 AM
True.
Don't forget about input lag.
Lol, I FORGOT about input lag.
True.
Don't forget about input lag.
Lol, I FORGOT about input lag.
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#4473087 Posted on: 12/06/2012 03:18 PM
Saw this detailed review and thought you gurus might like to watch it.
Saw this detailed review and thought you gurus might like to watch it.
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#4473088 Posted on: 12/06/2012 03:19 PM
Bad link
Saw this detailed review and thought you gurus might like to watch it.
Bad link
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#4473093 Posted on: 12/06/2012 03:33 PM
Personally, I think the anti glare coating on my U2711 is a little too aggressive but it doesn't detract from the monitor as much as people are saying here. Not to my mind anyway.
I like the look of this monitor.
Personally, I think the anti glare coating on my U2711 is a little too aggressive but it doesn't detract from the monitor as much as people are saying here. Not to my mind anyway.
I like the look of this monitor.
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Too wide IMO. 16:9 is wide enough. Dell have a nasty habit of destroying IPS picture quality with a layer of glue of and sand rubbed onto the panel just to make sure you'll never get a clear image. I think they're trying to be ironic or something, pay for colour accuracy, get no accuracy thanks to a layer of sand.
Even their claims of 178 degree viewing is rubbish, at about 140 degrees on all their IPS panels I've seen the brightness/contrast begin to shift, even if it is slight it's still happening. I'm still sitting in front of my 23" Ultrasharp thinking "if I had money to waste I wouldn't be using this piece of ****".