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The Asus MK221H is a mid-range LCD monitor designed to be a more consumer friendly, HD capable, universal PC monitor. The MK221H is the cheapest of two released Asus models (Asus MK221H and Asus MK241H). For increased connection the MK221H includes a DVI-D/D-sub, VGA, and HDMI 1.1 (with DHCP) hookups. The 22" MK221H has a native resolution of 1680 x 1050 with a 5000:1 contrast ratio. For additional media functionality the MK221h also includes a built in rotatable 1.3 megapixel webcam. The special HDMI input provides both audio and video support for a plethora of HD devices including but not limited to blu-ray players, HD DVD players, Playstation 3, Xbox 360 etc. The monitor has ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) technology installed; meaning the device will automatically adjust screen brightness, and black levels to provide the best colors possible while watching or interacting with media. The specific specifications include a 2ms response time; a 300nits brightness, 0.282mm pixel pitch, and a wide viewing angle of 170°. The Asus MK221H was released on September 29, 2008 and has an MSRP of $249.99.
MSRP $249.99
Release date September, 2008
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Features
- 1680 x 1050 resolution, 16:10 wide aspect ratio
- 22" size
- Wide 170° viewing angle
- 2ms response time
- ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) technology
- 5000:1 Contrast Ratio
- 300nits brightness
- Certified for Windows Vista
- Built in rotatable 1.3 megapixel webcam
- Video inputs include D-Sub and DVI-D, HDMI 1.1, VGA, and a 3.5mm standard audio jack
- 0.282mm pixel pitch
- Release Date: 09/29/2008
- MSRP $249.99
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MSRP $299.00
Released April, 2008
Pros
- Good price to performance ratio
- Includes DVI and VGA cable
- Excellent contrast ratio
Cons
- Can't raise the monitor, only tilting is available
- Doesn't support vertical orientation easily
- MagicTune Premium can ruin the monitor
Asus MK221H
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Samsung 2053BW
MSRP $275.00
Released January, 2008
The Samsung Syncmaster 2232BW is a 22-inch LCD monitor with a widescreen native resolution of 1680 x 1050. With a response rate of 2 ms (GTG) and dynamic contrast ratio of 3000:1 and static contrast ratio of 1000:1, the Syncmaster 2232BW can be used in the home, office, or for entertainment purposes. This LCD...
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Samsung 2232BW
MSRP $219.00
Released October, 2008
Pros
- can display 720p content
- fast 2ms response time - no motion blur while gaming
- HDMI port - for use with other gaming platforms or high definition media sources
Cons
- limited availability
- not full 1080p
- TN matrix, fast response times and cheap to produce/purchase at the expense of colour quality and viewing angles
Asus MK221H
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Acer Ferrari F-22
MSRP $250.00
Released October, 2008
The Viewsonic VX2233wm is a 22" widescreen LCD monitor from Viewsonic's high performance X Series. The monitor features a native resolution of 1080p and 16:9 image aspect ratio for full HD image quality. It offers a dynamic contrast ratio of 18,000:1 and response time of 5ms with Dynamic Structure technology to reduce motion blur and provide seamless videos a...
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MSRP $250.00
Released September, 2008
The Acer P221Wd is a 22" wide-screen LCD computer monitor that is a part of the Acer Premium Home Series of computer monitors. See the Acer Premium Home Series report for more details. Specifications Size/Type: 22" wide-screen TFT LCD Maximum Resolution: 1680 x 1050 Maximum Refresh Rate: 60Hz Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 2500:1 Horizontal Viewing...
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Pros
- built in 1.3MP camera
- fast 2ms response time
- 720p capable resolution
- affordable price
- HDMI input
Cons
- not 1080p capable
- TN panel - cheap and fast at the expense of colour quality and viewing angles
- Asus is not known as a quality monitor manufacturer
- difficult to find online
- cheap plastic stand
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