dlp vs. lcd... which is better for old pc games?

[DamianRocks]

Hello All, decided to join to get some ideas on what will work for me.
I read all about the debate between DLP and LCD, but couldn’t find anything about resolution differences.

Here's my deal: I been using a tube for years now and had never had a problem displaying my computer to tv (even though it’s ugly). But with a new job I’ve landed, I would like to upgrade for BlueRay/PS3 reasons.

I enjoy playing old MAME (90's arcade games), and old pc games. Because they are soooo old, some games will only display at set resolutions. On my pc, I have an ancient Samsung CRT and a fairly old Samsung LCD monitor. I can only play some games on the CRT monitor, because it has the ability to display anything. The LCD is picky, and I find it will not work for certain games. For example, “Vampire the Masquerade: Bloodlines,” only displays on the CRT.

I would like to end-up with a 55” (or more) tv that looks great with BlueRay and will be able to display my old games (meaning I’ll need an array of possible resolutions). Though now I’m finding there are fan-made patches.

So the questions are:
Will a modern LCD tv not work, like my LCD monitor doesn’t?
Does DLP show more resolutions, like an old CRT monitor does?

I originally wanted the Samsung HL67A750 (DLP), but it is no longer sold anywhere (boo)!

So now I’m leaning towards LCD simply because they are so cheap. I mean the Vizio VF550M is 1200 bucks at most stores, and I’ve read no complaints making the higher-ends worth the price.

I also would like anyone’s updated ideas on DLP vs. LCD with the 2009/2010 televisions. Both technologies changed in the 09. For evaluation purposes, my tv-room is bright, with lots of sunlight (I own birds).

Thanks for any input!

 

[yettitheman]

My DLP does fine for computer and games, but I have 10% underscan... still haven't figured that out quite yet...

I'd say a LCD TV would be a better option. No bulbs to burn out and replace, LCD is a physically smaller, and I think that the LCD's will like PC inputs a little better than DLP sets.

But, if you get a good deal on a DLP that can support your PC's output resolutions... go for it.

Also, look for a set with an analog input. Typically, if it supports analog, the more flexible it is with computer inputs. Don't worry too much if there is not a dedicated DVI port.. you can get DVI to HDMI adapters/cords to fix this.


Be forewarned, that running low-resolution signals to a modern high-def TV typically looks like crap.

When I run MAME fullscreen on my Mitsu 57-732, it looks very good. A HD CRT set would probably do better with lower res signals, as it can skip scanlines making interlaced signals look like they are supposed to (IE: no smoothing).

Correct me if I'm wrong, it's 3:00 am

 

[SopRage]

FYI,

I just upgraded from a Samsung DLP. Unless there's been a change in the technology, DLP has always suffered from more input lag than other technologies.

I use(d) my TV for around 95% gaming, and didn't feel like I really noticed the lag, but after upgrading to a plasma I can tell you that it feels MUCH more responsive. When I go back and play on mine or a friend's DLP, it feels a bit sluggish.

I know that this is tangential information to your questions, but I can't help think that it's pertinent to your situation. Then again, most LCDs seem to suffer from input lag due to the 120hz or 240hz panels.

These are (some of the) reasons I went with plasma for my upgrade...