[PCM2]

I assumed you were open to other brands, but glossy models are a rarity. There aren’t any others that would be cheaper. There were, for example some Acer models, but they were discontinued in most major markets.

[amit1agrawal]

Hi Emperor,
You can check Dell S2216H. It’s a glossy monitor, within your budget and has good review on amazon.in

Recently, I brought LG 23″ monitor. I was looking for 23″ monitor otherwise I would have brought this Dell.

Hope this helps.

[PCM2]

That is one of the models I suggested to him. 🙂

[amit1agrawal]

Sorry, I did not realize 🙁

[PCM2]

No worries, it’s good to have the suggestion reinforced. 😉

[Emperor]

PCM2 & Amit,

What you say about HP 22vx? http://www.hpshopping.in/HP_22vx_IPS_Monitor_India

[PCM2]

It just has a regular matte anti-glare screen surface as far as I’m aware, so it isn’t a good option for what you’re after.

[Emperor]

Hi PCM2,

Can you please explain in depth what is different between Dell S2216H and HP22vx? I’m confused as I’m not from Tech back ground so hard to understand tech details…please

[PCM2]

The screen surface is the main thing you need to focus on, which was touched upon in my initial post to you. It’s glossy (or near enough) on the S2216H and the ST2220L you’re trying to replicate. It is matte on the HP 22XV. That alone is a significant difference.

[Emperor]

Hi PCM2,

..but DELL ST2220L was not Glossy or am I judging it wrong way 🙁

[PCM2]

I’m sorry, it’s a rather old model that was very similar to another I was thinking of (the S2240T). In that case the HP 22XV could well offer you a similar experience and if it’s affordable for you it might be worth going for. Disregard my previous posts about screen surface.

[Emperor]

PCM2,

Please do not feel sorry for.. I myself not aware (though I use it for 5 yrs) whether it’s Glossy or Matte.

What I wish to ensure is LONG LIFE Hardware, so please suggest which one give me best hardware & long last DELL or HP…

Thanks…

[Emperor]

Hi PCM2,

Please suggest who have BETTER HARDWARE Dell S2216H or HP22vx

[amit1agrawal]

Hi Emperor,
I think HP 22XW is a better model (better looking too) at almost the same price.
http://www.hpshopping.in/HP_Pavilion_22xw_IPS_Monitor_INDIA.

It’s available for Rs 10390 at HP store which is surprisingly lesser than amazon.in 🙂
22VX may not be IPS panel as otherwise they would have prominently mentioned it. IPS panel is better than VA unless you are not into gaming or some specific requirement.

[Emperor]

Hi Amit,

I’m not looking for good looking/aesthetic monitor but GOOD HARDWARE QUALITY Monitor.

Rs.10,000/- is not small amount for me and not in position to invest after every 5 years if Monitors keep failing in that span.

HP22vx is IPS https://www.hpshopping.in/HP_22vx_IPS_Monitor_India

No I’m NOT in gaming just in TEXT – READ TEXT – EDIT TEXT and more Text and little Photo Editing (very less)

[PCM2]

The 22VX and 22XW likely use exactly the same panel. The ‘VX’ series is the ‘value’ range. Whilst the same or similar panels are used, in most regions they are cheaper than equivalent models from other series. I’m not sure whether it’s actually the case, but a wise user suggests that they use ‘binned’ panels (i.e. rejects) from the other slightly more expensive alternatives.

I don’t know what you mean by ‘better hardware’, could you be more specific?! If you mean which product is more reliable, really that depends on too many factors which can’t be assessed from the information that is publically available on these. And I’m not privy to any extra information as they are not at all popular in the main markets I focus on. Dell is generally regarded as the better brand if something goes wrong under warranty, however.

[amit1agrawal]

Hi Emperor,
I suppose you are looking for safe bet and as you said you don’t want to spend more, I would suggest go for Dell S2216H. It’s within your budget, with 4.7 ratings in amazon india over 70 feedbacks which considering India is lot of positive feedback.

[Emperor]

PCM2,

By BETTER HARDWARE I mean LONG LIFE.

DELL preferred in India Because 3 Years Warranty, but what important for me is HOW & WHAT they provide within Warranty.

My Experience with DELL is NOT GOOD, they provide 1st replacement (within 6/8 month of purchase date) .

Next Time also the same issue occurred and they provide REFURBISHED PRODUCT (and that too was NOT in Good Cosmetic Condition + lots of crank sound coming inside monitor when I start assembling it)

Few user post here & there that DELL provide them better product when their actual product fails, but in my case DELL offer me DOWNGRADE MODEL in-place of mine better model (obviously I refuse it)

When I explain them that your product NOT WORKING as it should be than they start giving lots or excuses & other T&C but they not ready to agree that there WAS issue in product and THEY FAIL to check it.

Some how I keep working with monitor adjusting with issue and one fine day it died completely.

SO my question is?

What is the use of LONG warranty when product it self keeps failing in warranty period, rather, I would prefer to go with Brand which do not provide LONG WARRANTY but good Quality Product and that DO NOT NEED to see Service Center.

There are lots of other products I bought for system and in last 5-6 years NEVER need to contact service center even a single time, be it Rs.350/- Mouse to Rs.10,000/- Mother Board…

Hope you understand me and suggest accordingly,

Thanks

[PCM2]

I’m afraid you can have good or bad experiences with either manufacturer. Inept customer service advisors exist for all companies and I’m afraid I can’t vouch for either company in India. It’s simply not a market I’m connected to and is often quite separate to the European or American arms of companies that I am familiar with. Testiment to the fact that sour experiences can follow with either company can even be found in a recent post on this very forum. About somebody not wanting to go with HP due to bad experiences.

So what you need to do is look past bad experiences that you’ve had and look at the products on their own merit. The sensible thing to do would be to look through the advice you’ve already been given regarding the Dell and HP models and realise that really the key to the choice is your preference for screen surface. You won’t be able to separate them based on other factors, or if you can you’ll have to get your information from somewhere else. I advise on products and can only share thoughts and experiences on the companies and their support themselves from my main markets – and that does not include India, I’m afraid.

I’ve also made it clear that I have not used the HP model myself and I certainly haven’t harvested any user feedback on it. Given that, it is impossible to measure the projected longevity of either product. I’m afraid there are simply no guarantees in that respect and without adequate data it’s impossible to assess.

[Emperor]

Hi PCM2,

My visit to this forum is fruitful and I learn lots of things about PC Monitors,

In coming years will surly try to be active member,

Thanks for your input and suggestion,

Have a nice time 🙂

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