This is the first separate monitor that I've bought, to go along with a monitor less computer. It took me a week to decide which one of the mulitude LG and Samsung monitors to buy, and I opted for this (albeit not from Amazon) due to the HDMI 1080 screen, plus VGA and DVI ports. I also read a very good online review for this screen on an Australian IT review website.
The 1920 width is great for having two documents open at the same time - though I do have a second 15" LCD in portrait mode for that.
There are no built in speakers, hence it's a brilliant compact size and light weight - there is a headphone socket on the back.
I bought this for general IT use, not for gaming, but I'm sure the crispness of this display will be great for my non-professional photo editing as well as the occasional gaming and watching videos.
Well worth the money, especially with a 3 year guarantee