Dell UltraSharp 2007 Vs 20" ACD

I consider myself a loyal Apple customer but have been burnt a little with my last purchases (Aperture 1.0 - I'm still waiting for my rebate) and a dodgy Powerbook that tech support can't seem to sort out so i'm thinking of straying from the fold for my next purchase: a new monitor/display.
I already own a 20" ACD which I have at a different location and I'm very happy with it.
However, can anyone really justify why I should spend twice as much on another 20" ACD when I can get virtually the same thing, as far as I can tell, with a Dell ultrasharp 2007 (either the FP or the WFP).
The Dells are almost half the price and have a 3 year warranty. It's a no brainer right?

Okay cool.
Did the Dell come with a DVI cable? Can't see if it's included with the monitor or I have to order separately (is that a possible hidden cost with the Dell as I know it's included with the ACD).
I could probably find this out with some research but it's not immediately obvious on Dell's site so if you know and can respond that would be cool.

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"Dell"
"UltraSharp"
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Desperate for help
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