I want to set up a kind of all in one system with my xbox, computer, and other things of that sort. I am looking for a lcd tv for around $400-$500 and I want to use it for my computer monitor for gaming as well. Are LCD tv's good for use with a computer for gaming?
Yes. As long as it has a monitor connector in the back of the TV where all the other plug-ins are.
An LCD TV will work fine for gaming. But keep in mind an LCD computer monitor will always be able to display a higher resolution. For example, for $400-500, a good (Samsumg) 24 LCD monitor will handle up to 1920x1200 resolution. An LCD TV in the $400-500 range will only be a 720P (1366 x 768) resolution. A 1080P television can display 1920 x 1080. But even the cheapest 1080P TV will cost you at least double the price ($800). So, given the same price range, a TV would give you more viewing space in inches, but the resolution will be much lower. It will be fine for console gaming. But the current gen systems (360, PS3) work best with 1080P anyway. My final opinion is to go with a computer monitor that you can attach to your consoles.
