A good Tv for Xbox gaming?

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My son has Xmas money burning a hole in his pocket and wants to get a good TV for his xbox. Can anyone recommend one?

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  • [Deleted User][Deleted User] Posts: 17,123
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    Whats his budget?
  • [Deleted User][Deleted User] Posts: 8,783
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    He has around £300 to spend
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    Another thing to consider would be a PC monitor. You can use VGA or HDMI with them.

    I just got one of THESE and its fantastic!

    Im using it as a PC monitor (though HDMI) and for my 360 (through VGA).

    Im amazed the difference from using a lower resolution monitor before.
  • 2dshmuplover2dshmuplover Posts: 8,271
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    Absolutely agree with that! When I was on a harsh budget I opted for a 22" Samsung Snycmaster and it was gorgeous. Much better picture than you would get from a HDTV at the same price range (£220). The colours will be more vibrant and also the contrast ratio much higher, with nice inky blacks. Getting a proper PC gaming monitor is a good idea, plus you get certain benefits that even top range LCD HDTV do not have such as 2ms response.
  • Matt DMatt D Posts: 13,153
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    My son has Xmas money burning a hole in his pocket and wants to get a good TV for his xbox. Can anyone recommend one?
    He has around £300 to spend

    What sort of size does he want? What sort of viewing distance will he have? Is he bothered about Full HD (1080p), or is HD Ready enough?
  • [Deleted User][Deleted User] Posts: 8,783
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    All I know is that he wants a decent sized TV with a good picture. He only has a small room.
  • [Deleted User][Deleted User] Posts: 1,281
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    There is another thing I was going to suggest as he has £300 to spend.

    Its highly unlikely that any monitors will have any (decent) speakers). He should buy a monitor and spend about £40 on some Turtle Beach X1 headphones if he doesnt have any already. Much better that any sound that a TV or Monitor outputs. Especially if he plays Call of Duty. yYou can get them from the Gamestation website.

    I know that is kinda off topic but it would make for a much better gaming experience and he can still have change from his £300!
  • [Deleted User][Deleted User] Posts: 8,783
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    Thanks for all advise given. I know he wants the best quality possible. He'll also use sky player on the xbox as well as watch DVD's
  • jim_ukjim_uk Posts: 13,280
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    Another vote for a decent PC monitor, I have mine connected to a 28" monitor and it looks very good. I put the audio through PC speakers as well, it sounds a lot better than it would through the monitors speakers.
  • [Deleted User][Deleted User] Posts: 3,357
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    I would recommend a 32 inch samsung, I would definitely shop around as there are bargains to be found.
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