Used 23" Apple Cinema Display or a new non-Apple model?

I have recently been trying out an HP LP2475W and Dell SP2309w with my MBP (GeForce 8600M GT). I really haven't been happy with either monitor, mainly due to the colors and sharpness. I do not have a color calibration device, but have spent tons of time both on the laptop using the calibrater and tinkering with the display settings. I simply can't find anything that replicates the MBP's colors, sharpness and overall look. My biggest grip is when I get close to an overall color scheme that I like, the reds are not deep, but very bright and saturated.
Do you think a used 23" cinema display is the answer? While I have more faith I don't know if I'll run into the same color issues.

Hi Jason
Have you considered a maxed out Mac Mini
http://store.apple.com/us/configure/MC239LL/A?mco=MTM3NTAxNDA
Or a Refurbished Mac Pro
http://store.apple.com/us/product/FB871LL/A?mco=MTEzMjY2NTA
I'm considering my next upgrade and feel the same about Glossy Displays, so I guess it might depend on how much computing power you really need?
Dennis

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