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Best LCD Monitor for PS3 and Macbook Pro Use?

Hi!What monitor would be able to run my ps3 at full 1080p (does not need to have speakers) and my macbook pro? I would prefer using an HDMI cable for the ps3 and a dvi cable for the macbook pro. I would need it to be at least 24 and the cheaper, the better.Thanks!

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You can only get 1920x1080 with an HDMI Cable but with DVI the max is 2560 x 1600. The monitor must be capable of the high resolution though. BTW most ps3 games have a max res of 1366x720.
Well, you are going to want a wide-screen monitor. We have been using Dell's LCD monitor family for some time. We've stayed away from their lowest-end models, but have been very pleased with the performance of their mid-stream models. I am on a 24 Dell 2408FWP with a MacBook Pro right now and it works spectacularly with both the native Mac OS as well as running Windows under Parallels. This particular family has been discontinued, but their replacement line (U2410) is similar in performance and has even more connector types - two DVI inputs, HDMI, DisplayPort, Component and more. Very easy to hook up multiple sources, and if you do want a built-in speaker, the sound bar Dell sells attaches to the monitor and is attractive and space-saving (but is NOT what I would call a high-performance speaker system). Current retail pricing is $599, but they are OFTEN running specials and discounts - and you can always just call Dell directly and ask the sales person to quote you a price that will beat the web price.

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