I've read through the threads regarding using a plasma screen for computer gaming applications but still have a few questions that I'm hoping some of the plasma gamers can answer:
I'm currently building a custom desk system in my home office. As part of this setup, I want a flat panel display that will attach to an umbilical arm for some flexibility.
I am a hard-core computer gamer (mainly FPS's like Unreal Tournament and flight sims like Falcon 4.0). I'm finally in the position where I can build my dream gaming system and *LOVE* the idea of a large screen display.
First, what are the thoughts on going with a widescreen plasma vs. something like the Hitachi 37" 4:3 (CMP307XU)? Seems to me that I would be taking advantage of the entire screen in a 4:3 scenario and utilizing all of the 1024x768 real estate. Or should I look at the new Sony PFM-32C1 which is 32" but 16:9 and 1024x852?
My thought for staying sub 42" is not only cost (I figure in 4 years or so I'll want to swap it out), but also viewing distance. I'm thinking I'll have it mounted over my desktop and maybe back about 3 feet or so.
I'll have a 15" LCD for day to day use so I don't risk burn-in.
Further, I'll be running this off a GeForce4 Ti4600.....
Thanks for any thoughts you might have on this subject.
Wazoo
I'm currently building a custom desk system in my home office. As part of this setup, I want a flat panel display that will attach to an umbilical arm for some flexibility.
I am a hard-core computer gamer (mainly FPS's like Unreal Tournament and flight sims like Falcon 4.0). I'm finally in the position where I can build my dream gaming system and *LOVE* the idea of a large screen display.
First, what are the thoughts on going with a widescreen plasma vs. something like the Hitachi 37" 4:3 (CMP307XU)? Seems to me that I would be taking advantage of the entire screen in a 4:3 scenario and utilizing all of the 1024x768 real estate. Or should I look at the new Sony PFM-32C1 which is 32" but 16:9 and 1024x852?
My thought for staying sub 42" is not only cost (I figure in 4 years or so I'll want to swap it out), but also viewing distance. I'm thinking I'll have it mounted over my desktop and maybe back about 3 feet or so.
I'll have a 15" LCD for day to day use so I don't risk burn-in.
Further, I'll be running this off a GeForce4 Ti4600.....
Thanks for any thoughts you might have on this subject.
Wazoo