1920x1080 vs. 1920x1200 - need tablet advice

[SekcAli]

I apologize in advanced for posting this thread in the display section even though I have already posted it in the mobile device section. I was not sure as to which section would yield the best replies. If necessary, I request that a moderator kindly removes one of my two threads.

I want a tablet that fits this bill:

- 1920x1080 resolution

- Windows 8/8.1 [either 32 or 64 bit] (not Windows RT, not iOS and not android - no exceptions)

- Neighbourhood of 10" or less (preferably 8" or so)

- I don't want to spend over $500 if possible, but I may change my mind if the device is good enough.

I was 99% positive I wanted the Microsoft Surface 2 tablet until I learned of the notorious Windows RT OS and its limitations.

I found the Lenovo Thinkpad 8 to fit the bill perfectly.... until I learned that it apparently has a 1920x1200 screen resolution.

First of all, I'm not positive whether or not it's 1920x1200, can someone please confirm this for me? Lenovo failed to provide specs on their website.

Secondly, among other miscellaneous reasons, I want this tablet to stream (and, in rare cases, download) shows (specifically episodes that are 1080p) and have the same viewing experience as I get on my 1920x1080 desktop monitor.

Bottom Line (TL;DR): How will watching a 1080p video on a 1920x1200 display differ from watching on a 1920x1080 display?

Thanks a lot in advance! Choosing the perfect tablet has me in grief.

[TacticlTwinkie]

for 16:9 videos, there will just be some black bars on the top and bottom of the video, filling in that extra space.

[SekcAli]

for 16:9 videos, there will just be some black bars on the top and bottom of the video, filling in that extra space.

thanks a lot, that's more or less a flawless response. answers my question (how will a 1920x1200 screen display a 1080p video?) perfectly.

I suppose I'll look harder for another tablet that fits every condition but has a 1920x1080 display as I dislike black bars. If I fail to find one, I'll settle for the thinkpad 8.

[Dredgy]

Did you consider the Surface Pro? (EDIT: Didn't see price constraints, disregard)

[SekcAli]

Did you consider the Surface Pro? (EDIT: Didn't see price constraints, disregard)

thanks for responding.

I did look into the surface pro, but like you said the price is relatively through the roof and I'm not exactly looking for a "laptop-replacer", but rather looking for a companion device since all I really want to do is watch 1080p shows on a tablet while lazing around on my bed.

The other feature that drove me away from the surface family is their larger screen size. Like I specified in my original post, I strongly prefer something around 8" and that's because it's simply easier to hold while lying down.

I considered the Dell Venue 8 but the resolution was less than 1920x1080 and though the Venue 11 has a 1920x1080 display, the screen size is a tad too big.

[Dredgy]

 all I really want to do is watch 1080p shows on a tablet while lazing around on my bed.

 

 

Then what is that you are opposed to iOS, Android or WinRT? All will play movies while in bed without a problem, and browse the web. Third party applications on Android or iOS will allow you to play the movie in the background while you multitask. I have little to no experience with RT, so I'd assume it'd go alright, but being a variation of Windows I am unsure of codec support. Full Windows is definitely overkill for a companion device though.

[Geekazoid]

Do you mean these kind of tablets?



I don't believe they put displays on those.

[SekcAli]

Do you mean these kind of tablets?

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I don't believe they put displays on those.

Haha, very funny

Then what is that you are opposed to iOS, Android or WinRT? All will play movies while in bed without a problem, and browse the web. Third party applications on Android or iOS will allow you to play the movie in the background while you multitask. I have little to no experience with RT, so I'd assume it'd go alright, but being a variation of Windows I am unsure of codec support. Full Windows is definitely overkill for a companion device though.

Sorry, I should've clarified myself a bit more. I currently use an iPhone and it serves me well for watching shows, but phone operating systems like iOS and android along with WinRT cannot run desktop applications.

In my original post I said I wanted a tablet for streaming "among other miscellaneous reasons." By "other reasons" I was referring specifically to the ability to run programs (such as mini-games and the like) that cannot be executed on iOS, Android or WinRT.

I tried looking into the possibility of jail breaking WinRT to see what that would allow but doing so simply enables a user to run apps that aren't on the windows store. The apps still have to be programmed to work on an ARM based device.

[Geekazoid]

Haha, very funny .

I try to be. Doesn't always work though.

[SekcAli]

I try to be. Doesn't always work though.

http://www.wikihow.com/Be-Funny

[Geekazoid]

http://www.wikihow.com/Be-Funny

Haha, don't worry, I don't need lessons. :lol: