BeHardware has a guide on the varying levels of quality in LCD panels/monitors and what to look out for. The number of acceptable stuck or dead pixels and non-uniform screen lighting can be an annoying struggle when picking up a new display so their analysis of the market is very helpful.
The Trouble with LCDs
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