Cheap / Better Alternative to a HDTV – Monitor TV
Update: This doesn’t work anymore. HDTVs are cheaper than Monitor TV.
Diwali and the Holiday season is almost here, we are gearing up for an upgrade. So thought this would be a good idea.
I have seen that HD Monitors are cheaper than HDTVs with the same configuration. So, all you have to do is, buy a monitor, External TV tuner with VGA out, 2.1 speakers. This would be a cheaper solution.
Links (Well, these are just searches):
TV Tuner with VGA out, 2.1 Speakers, Monitors
Comparison Chart:
| INR | USD | |
| 22” Monitor | Rs. 8500 | $170 |
| External TV Tuner | Rs. 5000 | $100 |
| 2.1 Speakers | Rs. 1000 | $20 |
| Total | Rs. 16000 | $290 |
| or | ||
| 22” HDTV | Rs. 20000 | $400 |
Note: These are Approximate Values. So, research about this before buying. If you have a decent monitor already, this is the best option.
So, you save about $110 / Rs.5500.
LG’s Monitor is also a good option.
Optional: If you have a computer, you can also get a VGA switch to switch displays.
Pros:
- Cheap
- Better sound from 2.1 speakers
Cons:
- Separate Parts
Please feel free to comment.
