I have a CTX VL950 which is almost the same as that Samsung. However, I bought mine back in '98. It has the Hitachi tube that has a .26mm V and .22mm H pitch. If it is the same type of tube, I have not noticed too much difference between it and my (Dell) Sony 21" (Black monitor) at work, even though the Sony is a flat screen. I have been rather pleased with my CTX. Yes, my monitor has a curved screen, but it is not fish bowl. More like a regular 20" Sony TV screen.
I would check out other reviews with the Samsung before making a decision. I know that in 1998 Samsung was considered a price/quality leader for the 15-19" monitors. I don't know if that is true anymore.
-phosphor
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