Differences between CRT and flat panel

[AshTray900]

Letterbox wont hurt the crt. Flat panels actually have the ability to outlast a crt but only if built well. I have a samsung monitor from 2004 that died a few years later due to shitty capacitors when I replaced with higher rated better quality it has been running well since. If its fluorescent backlit it will last the life of the lamp. If led it will last the life of the leds if the manufacturer uses quality parts. Same is true for crt. Ive recapped an 83 model a couple times and its still going. Got a 73 zenith thats still going but picture tube is nearing the end. Its not quite as bright as im sure it was originally