Computer Monitors

Dell S2409W

MSRP $379.99 Released August, 2008

Pros

Well priced for this segment
VGA, DVI, HDMI inputs all included
Dell 3 Year Limited Warranty (4th and 5th year available)

Cons

Uses TN panel technology which isn't the best - fast and cheap at the expense of limited colour range, poor viewing angles
Glossy monitor frame reflects picture
poor stand, lacks stability and ergonomic features

ProSCORE
15 reviews

67

LG W2353V

MSRP -- Released January, 2009

Pros

full 1080p resolution
HDMI input
affordable price

Cons

height is non adjustable
No HDMI Cable included
No wall mount points.

ProSCORE
15 reviews

79

LG W2453V

MSRP $349.99 Released January, 2009

Pros

16:9 aspect ratio is perfect for watching movies
full 1080p resolution
affordable price

Cons

features a TN panel - cheap and fast at the expense of viewing angles and colour depth
height is non adjustable
Difficult to read command list on front of monitor for changing settings as the font is very light coloured.

ProSCORE
10 reviews

76

LG W2442PA

MSRP $569.00 Released December, 2008

Pros

professional looking bezel and stand
full 1080p
HDMI input

Cons

TN panel is cheap to produce/sell and fast at the expense of colour depth and viewing angles
Low volume speakers
16:9 aspect ratio is a poor choice for web browsing or office productivity (except for Excel)

ProSCORE
4 reviews

67

Dell ST2410

MSRP $259.00 Released September, 2009

Pros

affordable price
dual digital inputs - HDMI & DVI
16:9 aspect ratio is ideal for playing console games, watching media

Cons

cheap glossy plastic bezel and stand
TN panel - cheaper to produce / sell at the expense of viewing angles, colour depth
Was recently on sale for $189 -- means Dell can easily drop the price.

ProSCORE
5 reviews

73

Asus VW266H

MSRP $309.99 Released October, 2008

Pros

slim bezel
HDMI, DVI-D, and Sub-D inputs
3 year warranty

Cons

still just a TN matrix - need to sit straight onward to enjoy the best quality picture
stand could be better quality
no display port

ProSCORE
4 reviews

72

Samsung T240HD

MSRP $500.00 Released June, 2008

Pros

Multiple inputs, including 2 HDMI, VGA, and DVI
TV tuner allows for monitor to be used as a TV
Crystal clear HD display

Cons

Almost too big as a monitor (depending on your distance and set up)
Lack of RCA audio output
Speakers are not very good; most will want to output from the headphone jack to a speaker system.

ProSCORE
2 reviews

69

Asus VW246H

MSRP $259.99 Released October, 2008

Pros

full 1080p resolution of 1920x1080
HDMI, DVI-D, and Sub-D inputs
slim bezel

Cons

stand could be better quality
still just a TN matrix - need to sit straight onward to enjoy the best quality picture
Asus is not generally known for their monitors

ProSCORE
6 reviews

78

Dell 2209WA

MSRP $399.99 Released January, 2009

Pros

Cheap for IPS panel
non-TN panel
good colour and viewing angles

Cons

not 1080p
no HDMI or DisplayPort
more expensive than a TN based monitor

ProSCORE
5 reviews

73

HANNS.G HG281DPB

MSRP $349.99 Released January, 2009

Pros

HDMI input
Great value for it's size
Tilt and height adjustments

Cons

Power LED on front is too bright
Limited video inputs
Ghosting reverse

ProSCORE
5 reviews

71

Samsung SyncMaster 2443BW

MSRP $350.00 Released September, 2008

Pros

Big 24" Screen
Analog & Digital input
Height adjustment & tilt (HAS)

Cons

TN panel - cheap to produce and fast reaction time at the expense of colour depth and viewing angles
Problems with dead pixels
Bleeding on some edges

ProSCORE
3 reviews

73

Acer H233H

MSRP $229.99 Released January, 2009

Pros

affordable price
includes HDMI input
full 1080p resolution
16:9 aspect ratio allows for the viewing of media without letterbox bars

Cons

16:9 aspect ratio eliminates 120px of vertical resolution
TN-matrix means limited viewing angles and true colour quality

ProSCORE
4 reviews

88

Dell SP2309W

MSRP $379.00 Released February, 2009

Pros

16:9 aspect ratio is ideal for watching media
massive resolution, larger than 1080p - 2048 x 1152
includes an integrated 2.0MP webcam and dual microphones

Cons

TN panel - cheap and fast at the expense of color quality and viewing angles
16:9 aspect ratio is poor for web browsing and office productivity (other than excel)
cheap plastic stand - lacks some ergonomic features

ProSCORE
2 reviews

71

Samsung XL2370

MSRP $399.00 Released August, 2009

Pros

LED Backlight
Thin & design
Affordable price

Cons

AC Adapter Power Brick
TN Panel
Non-adjustable stand

ProSCORE
4 reviews

88

Samsung Syncmaster 245T

MSRP $700.00 Released August, 2007

Pros

Excellent color, contrast, and brightness
Reasonable pixel transition rates for an LCD
Excellent viewing angle support, both vertical and horizontal

Cons

High-pitched buzzing noise affects some units, can be annoying to some
High heat output, puts off more heat than an old CRT
expensive for the majority of consumers

ProSCORE
2 reviews

81

Samsung P2370L

MSRP $399.99 Released March, 2009

Pros

attractive glass stand
LED backlighting improves longevity, environment-friendliness, contrast and brightness
affordable price

Cons

TN matrix comes with its drawbacks: poor viewing angles with colour shifting, 6-bit colour with dithering
Can't buy it yet!? Post if you know where it exists.

ProSCORE
2 reviews

60

HP w2338h

MSRP $300.00 Released January, 2009

Pros

1080p capable resolution
HDMI, DVI & VGA inputs
16:9 aspect ratio is ideal for watching media

Cons

single year warranty only
TN panel - cheap to produce/buy, fast, at the expense of colour depth and viewing angles
worthless integrated speakers - like all monitor speakers

ProSCORE
2 reviews

65

Samsung 226BW

MSRP $350.00 Released February, 2007

Pros

Very fast response time (2ms)
Fantastic price for the quality (shop around for ~$300)
Superb contrast ratio (1000:1, 3000:1 dynamic setting)

Cons

Limited adjustment options (only tilt and swivel)
The "A", "S", "C" panel debacle
Limited input options (no component video, only a single DVI)

ProSCORE
7 reviews

59

Dell UltraSharp 2408WFP

MSRP $690.00 Released January, 2009

Pros

excellent 3-year warranty
full 1080p resolution (1920 x 1200px)
quality S-PVA panel, superior to the majority of screens which are cheaper TN panels - better colour, viewing angles
plethora of inputs - 2 x DVI, DisplayPort, HDMI, component, composite, VGA

Cons

colours are quite inaccurate out of the box - needs calibration before being used professionally
measurable input lag (64.1ms) - not good for hardcore gamers

ProSCORE
2 reviews

88

HANNS.G HW-191D

MSRP $220.00 Released January, 2001

Pros

Currently quite cheap at $120 or so.
DVI and VGA inputs.
Came with DVI and VGA cables.

Cons

DVI works better than VGA.
3 year warranty for what it is worth.
TN panel - cheap to produce/buy and fast - at the expense of colour quality and viewing angles

ProSCORE
2 reviews

73

Samsung 2053BW

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

ProSCORE
7 reviews

66

HP LP2475w

MSRP $649.99 Released September, 2008

Pros

Very wide viewing angle
S-IPS panel - better viewing angles, colour etc...
affordable price considering the technology and size

Cons

sRGB mode doesn't seem to do anything
a bit expensive for the everyday consumer
poor default settings without calibration (too bright, DeltaE = 4.5)

ProSCORE
5 reviews

83

LG W2753V

MSRP $519.95 Released January, 2009

Pros

large size
HDMI input
capable of displaying full 1080p high definition media

Cons

such a large size the negative characteristics of TN panel technology will be apparent (viewing angles)
cheap plastic stand - poor ergonomics
expensive for a TN panel

ProSCORE
2 reviews

73

BenQ G2412HD

MSRP $330.00 Released January, 2009

Pros

full 1080p resolution
HDMI and DVI-D connectivity
bezel is thin

Cons

cheap stand - poor ergonomics, not height adjustable, etc...
TN panel - poorer viewing angles and colour quality than more expensive panel types
16:9 aspect ratio is poorer for web browsing, productivity software

ProSCORE
3 reviews

72

Apple LED Cinema Display

MSRP $899.00 Released October, 2008

Pros

the ideal monitor for use with a MacBook or MacBook Air
amazing technology and design
LED backlighting produces nicer blacks, uses less power, is better for the environment and lasts longer than the regular lamps found in present day monitors

Cons

incompatible with any other laptop or desktop around
only one model to choose from
pretty pricey for a 24" monitor

ProSCORE
4 reviews

58

Dell S2309W

MSRP $279.00 Released March, 2009

Pros

affordable price
high 1920 x 1080px resolution (1080p)
3-year limited warranty

Cons

no HDMI
TN matrix is cheap and fast but has poorer colour reproduction and viewing angles than other panel types
16:9 aspect ratio is poor for web browsing and office work

ProSCORE
3 reviews

77

Acer Ferrari F-22

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

ProSCORE
5 reviews

61

LG W2261V

MSRP -- Released January, 2009

Pros

Clear and bright display with vibrant colours.
Sleek, modern looking widescreen design.

Cons

Flimsy stand
Incompatible with standard monitor mounting systems.

ProSCORE
1 review

50

Acer B273HU bmidhz

MSRP $409.00 Released January, 2009

Pros

massive 2048 x 1152px resolution
fast 5ms response time
HDMI input
USB hub
tilt, swivel, and height adjustable

Cons

TN panel is cheap and fast but poor for viewing angles and colour reproduction

ProSCORE
1 review

89

Samsung T260

MSRP $450.00 Released May, 2008

Pros

3 parallel inputs (D-SUB, DVI, HDMI), switch between inputs by a right side button
Very good readability of text and graphics because of high contrast and proper pixel separation, recommended for office use

Cons

Relatively expensive compared to newer models with similar features
6-bit TN+film panel, limited in color reproduction
cheap stand - limited ergonomics (tilt only), wobbly plastic

ProSCORE
2 reviews

33

Samsung 930ND

MSRP -- Released January, 2009

Pros

RDP Zero Client for VMware View or Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (aka Terminal Services)
Supports full frame rate 2D/3D graphics delivered to 930ND over standard IP network

Cons

No support for ICA. Must put XenApp into RDP mode.
Requires PCoIP PCIe add-in card today. (Vmware View will add software host capability going forward - see vmware PCoIP press release Sept 2008)
Max resolution 1280x1024 for one display (note 2nd display could be any DVI display with resolution up to 1900x1200)

ProSCORE
2 reviews

80

Samsung Wallmount WMB2400T/EN

MSRP $22.00 Released January, 2001

Pros

cheap

ProSCORE
1 review

100

Asus VK246H

MSRP $249.00 Released October, 2008

Pros

built in 1.3MP webcam
full 1080p resolution (1920x1200)
good variety of inputs (HDMI, DVI-D and Sub-D)
Minimal ghosting when gaming according to many reviews found on the web.

Cons

No built in microphone
Asus is not known for their monitors

ProSCORE
4 reviews

85

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ProSCORE
0 reviews

N/A

Acer G24

MSRP $700.00 Released September, 2008

Pros

matches the Aspire Predator's design and colour scheme
full 1080p capable resolution (1920 x 1200)
DVI, HDMI and VGA inputs (full HDCP support)

Cons

backlight bleed
expensive for a 24" TN panel
TN matrix type is fast and cheap at the expense of colour accuracy and colour shifting (poorer for movies or professional colour work)

ProSCORE
2 reviews

45

DoubleSight DS-90UC

MSRP $180.00 Released October, 2009

Pros

only 1.5 pounds
9" display with a usable resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels
portable design - removable stand, snap on screen cover
USB connection for both signal and power - does not take up a laptop's VGA / digital display outputs, does not require AC power

Cons

the price of a full size display
lower brightness and contrast than the smaller 7" model

ProSCORE
2 reviews

82

HANNS.G Hi221DPB

MSRP $139.99 Released January, 2008

The Hi221DPB is an entry-level monitor released by HANNS.G in 2008. This display features a 22” widescreen LCD panel at a 16:10 aspect ratio, and a maximum resolution of 1680 x 1050. This design makes the Hi221DPB ideal for multimedia, including viewing video, photo editing and gaming. The contrast ratio is rated at 1000:1,...

ProSCORE
0 reviews

N/A

Philips Brilliance 220SW9FB

MSRP $179.99 Released January, 2009

Pros

Bright Screen
Clear Display
Easy To Use Menu
DVI and VGA Supported

ProSCORE
1 review

100

Samsung SyncMaster 2343BWX

MSRP $249.99 Released January, 2009

Pros

affordable price
massive 2048 x 1150px resolution
slim bezel

Cons

cheap looking glossy bezel and stand
TN panel - cheap to produce/sell at the expense of viewing angles and colour depth
16:9 aspect ratio is poor for basic desktop use - loss of vertical resolution is not great for web browsing or office productivity

ProSCORE
2 reviews

67

Samsung P2370

MSRP $269.99 Released March, 2009

Pros

attractive stand and bezel
full 1080p resolution (1920x1080px)
16:9 aspect ratio means no black bars during movies

Cons

16:9 aspect ratio means the monitor is missing 200 vertical pixels
poor aspect ratio for office documents/websites
not LED backlit (poorer contrast, power consumption and not as environmentally friendly)

ProSCORE
3 reviews

50

Acer X203H

MSRP $200.00 Released November, 2008

Pros

affordable price
16:9 aspect ratio is ideal for watching media
unorthodox but good resolution for the size (1600 x 900px)

Cons

no HDMI port
TN panel - cheap and fast at the expense of colour depth and viewing angles
16:9 aspect ratio is poor for web browsing and most office productivity software (except for excel)

ProSCORE
2 reviews

77

Viewsonic VLED221wm

MSRP $665.00 Released February, 2008

Pros

Led Technology
Low power consumption
Pictures look great

Cons

Response time bad for gammers
Colors are wierd
No HDMI

ProSCORE
1 review

30

Samsung 931BW

MSRP $200.00 Released --

Pros

Affordably priced
Fast response time
Sleek look

Cons

No height adjustment
TN panel doesn't produce true 8-bit color
TN panels shift colours/brightness, small viewing angles

ProSCORE
3 reviews

50

Westinghouse L2610NW

MSRP $499.00 Released August, 2008

The L2610NW is a 26" widescreen LCD monitor from Westinghouse's 2008 lineup. The monitor features a native resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels which is larger than 1080p for an increased workspace. It offers a dynamic contrast ratio of 3000:1 and a 2 ms response time for crisp images and reduced motion blur. The L2610NW is designed with a glossy...

ProSCORE
0 reviews

N/A

Samsung T Series

MSRP $375 - $550 Released June, 2008

Pros

High contrast ratio
Low response time
Has an HDMI input

Cons

Pricey
No rotation abilities
Limited swivel angles

ProSCORE
2 reviews

50

Westinghouse L2210NW

MSRP $299.00 Released September, 2008

The L2210NW is a 22" widescreen LCD monitor from Westinghouse's 2008 lineup. The monitor features a native resolution of 1680 x 1050 pixels with a dynamic contrast ratio of 3000:1 to provide crisp images. It offers a 2 ms response time for reduced motion blur that is suitable for gaming. The L2210NW is designed with a glossy piano black and...

ProSCORE
0 reviews

N/A

Dell 3007WFP

MSRP $1,500.00 Released --

Pros

2560x1600 resolution.
Stunning picture

Cons

Almost too big.
High-end video card needed to power this baby
Cost compared to others in this class of LCD's

ProSCORE
4 reviews

45

HP LP2275w

MSRP $399.99 Released September, 2008

Pros

good size and resolution for office productivity
professional looking
integrated USB hub can help keep desks organized and allows users to hide away unsightly computers

Cons

expensive

ProSCORE
1 review

75

HP w2207h

MSRP $229.99 Released January, 2007

Pros

HDMI support
rotates from regular mode to portrait mode
good value, affordable price for the size

Cons

doesn't include a DVI adapter
integrated speakers are - like all of those built into monitors - poor quality, tinny
high gloss screen - poor glare from lights or nearby windows

ProSCORE
3 reviews

63

Dell ST2210

MSRP $199.00 Released September, 2009

Pros

low power consumption due to half the amont of backlighting
full 1080p capable resolution
16:9 aspect ratio is ideal for playing games, watching HD media

Cons

lower brightness rating due to fewer backlights (250 cd/m2 vs. 300+)
high resolution on 22" screen means a high pixel density - potentially hard on the eyes
TN panel - cheap to produce/sell and fast refresh at the expense of colour quality and viewing angles

ProSCORE
1 review

50

Samsung T220

MSRP $400.00 Released April, 2008

Pros

better for people who don't need the additional inputs of the enhanced model
up to $100 cheaper than the T220HD
higher quality panel than the larger models in the series

Cons

fewer inputs than the T220HD model
cheap plastic stand - wobbly, with poor ergonomic options
not 1080p capable

ProSCORE
2 reviews

58

HP 2709m

MSRP $499.00 Released July, 2009

Pros

large 27" screen size
full 1080p resolution
HDMI connectivity

Cons

16:9 aspect ratio means you lose 200 vertical pixels, fine for media but poorer for everything else (surfing the net, productivity software)
large glossy bezel attracts fingerprints
cheap stand - wobbly, no height adjustment or portrait mode

ProSCORE
1 review

45

ViewSonic VA226w

MSRP $273.99 Released --

Pros

Lightweight

ProSCORE
1 review

100

Acer P244W

MSRP $339.99 Released October, 2008

Pros

full 1080p resolution
16:9 aspect ratio is perfect for gaming, media playback
illuminated touch-sensitive controls

Cons

16:9 aspect ratio is less than ideal for office productivity, web browsing
TN panel - cheap to produce/sell at the expense of viewing angles, colour depth
expensive for what it is

ProSCORE
1 review

44

Viewsonic VX2255wmb

MSRP $425.00 Released June, 2008

Pros

Height adjustment
Vivid picture

Cons

Sound quality of speakers

ProSCORE
1 review

67

Dell 15" E153FP

MSRP $250.00 Released January, 2004

Pros

Good tilting ability
Menu was easy to navigate

Cons

Very finicky screen
Screen easily breaks if touching too hard
Cord holder on base breaks easy

ProSCORE
1 review

40

Dell SX2210T

MSRP $470.00 Released September, 2009

Pros

Touch screen works with Windows 7 multitouch
HD display with 1080p resolution
HDMI, VGA and DVI ports

ProSCORE
1 review

100

DoubleSight DS-90U

MSRP $150.00 Released October, 2009

The DS-90U is a 9" LCD monitor, one of three portable models made by DoubleSight. Connecting to a laptop or desktop computer via USB, the DS-90U aims to increase productivity by increasing users' viewable workspace. It is significantly less bright, and has lower contrast, than the 7-inch model, the DS-70U. The display is portable...

ProSCORE
0 reviews

N/A

Dell G2410

MSRP $359.99 Released February, 2009

Pros

very high contrast ratio
LED-backlit
great 3-year warranty

Cons

TN panel, cheap to produce and fast at the expense of colour accuracy and viewing angles
no HDMI input
cheap stand - all plastic, not very ergonomic (tilt only)

ProSCORE
2 reviews

62

Asus VH226H

MSRP $210.00 Released November, 2008

The Asus VH226H is a 21.5" widescreen LCD monitor from Asus' VH Series for 2008 and is an upgrade to the VH222H. The monitor features a native resolution of 1080p and a contrast ratio of 12,000:1. It offers a 16:9 aspect ratio for undistorted widescreen graphics and has Trace Free technology with a 2ms response time for blur-free...

ProSCORE
0 reviews

N/A

NEC MultiSync P221W

MSRP $500.00 Released October, 2008

Pros

Wide viewing angles
Automatic brightness adjustment
Wide color gamut/96% coverage of AdobeRGB
VGA and DVI-D inputs

Cons

No USB or HDMI input

ProSCORE
1 review

80

Samsung SyncMaster 940UX

MSRP $250.00 Released May, 2007

Pros

First monitor that can connect via USB
Doesn't require a video adapter on your computer
Connect up to 6 displays to a single computer using a single USB 2.0 port

Cons

USB doesn't support 3D acceleration - no gaming, Windows Aero support for Vista
Seems to have conflicts with Itunes/Quicktime and also MS activesync. 3 x 940ux on IBM X60 Thinkpad
Some of the burden of displaying video over USB is done by the CPU

ProSCORE
3 reviews

58

LG W3000H

MSRP $1,450.00 Released September, 2008

Pros

very large size
huge resolution (2560 x 1600)
S-IPS panel - superior to most cheap consumer models
relatively fast 5ms response time
wide colour gamut

Cons

very expensive

ProSCORE
1 review

83

Asus VK266H

MSRP $329.99 Released October, 2008

Pros

large 25.5" size
full 1080p resolution of 1920x1200
built in webcam
good variety of inputs (HDMI, DVI-D and Sub-D)

Cons

Asus is not known for their monitors

ProSCORE
1 review

80

Gateway XHD3000

MSRP $1,700.00 Released October, 2007

Pros

2560 x 1600 native resolution
Large, 30" display
HQV Realta video upscaling

Cons

No backlight adjustments result in poor black levels
Most picture controls disabled for DVI-D
Auto-input sensor fooled by computer hibernation

ProSCORE
1 review

67

Samsung T240

MSRP $550.00 Released July, 2008

Pros

larger and higher resolution than the T220HD for only $30 more
has a plethora of advanced input and outputs
full 1080p

Cons

still only a TN matrix (has its setbacks)
panel is not as nice as the samller T220HD
cheap plastic stand - poor ergonomics (tilt only), wobbly

ProSCORE
1 review

57

LG W2600H

MSRP $600.00 Released June, 2008

Pros

This monitor produces rich colors, has superb contrast, no ghosting when playing my favorite games, and it possesses an intuitive menu system. DVDs and games really come alive with a monitor this size! Greatest bang for the buck for the size vs. dollar ratio.

Cons

It didn't come with a DVI-D cable and my monitor arrived with two dead pixels but they are near the edge of the screen so I don't notice them.

ProSCORE
1 review

50

Dell S1909WX

MSRP $159.00 Released January, 2009

Pros

affordable price
1440 x 900px resolution is 720p capable
16:10 aspect ratio is good for media viewing

Cons

cheap base compared to higher end models
TN panel is cheap and fast at the expense of viewing angles, colour depth and overall panel quality
on the small end - average is 20-22" today

ProSCORE
1 review

60

Dell UltraSharp 2001FP

MSRP $500.00 Released November, 2003

Pros

Decent picture quality when it was originally released
Find it for cheap now
Can be switch from landscape to portrait mode
Fully adjustable base - 90 degrees horizontal, 25 degree vertical

Cons

Old - released in late 2003
Slow response time - 16 ms

ProSCORE
1 review

67

Lenovo ThinkVision L2251x Wide

MSRP $299.99 Released November, 2009

Pros

ergonomic stand - tilt, swivel, pivot and adjustable height
professional business aesthetic
energy efficient and environmentally friendly

Cons

odd DisplayPort digital input - not standard like DVI is
not 1080p capable
high price for what it is

ProSCORE
1 review

64

Samsung SyncMaster 2263UW

MSRP $340.00 Released January, 2008

Pros

built in 3MP camera and microphone
wall mountable
resolution that approaches 1080p

Cons

cheap plastic stand - poor ergonomics, swivel and tilt only
poor speakers - like most in-monitor speakers they are not worth using
TN panel - cheaper to sell/buy and fast at the expense of colour depth and viewing angles

ProSCORE
1 review

70

Lenovo ThinkVision L2251p Wide

MSRP $259.99 Released November, 2009

Pros

HDCP support
16:10 aspect ratio is good for business productivity due to added vertical space (document viewing/editing, browsing, e-mail, etc...) - becoming rare compared to 16:9 monitors
standard Lenovo business aesthetic

Cons

DisplayPort is not widely supported - HDMI would have been a lot better
not 1080p capable
high price for a basic 22" monitor

ProSCORE
1 review

60

NEC LCD2690WUXI-BK

MSRP $1,199.99 Released January, 2009

Pros

extremely thin and attractive bezel
quality 4-year warranty, includes backlight
large 1080p capable resolution

Cons

extremely expensive
colours are not all that accurate without calibration
poor for any other use other than professional image / video manipulation, measurable input lag, slow response time, limited connectivity

ProSCORE
1 review

69

HANNS.G HH251HPB

MSRP $239.99 Released June, 2009

Pros

2 HDCP compliant HDMI inputs
affordable price
large size

Cons

TN panel - affordable and fast at the expense of viewing angles and colour depth
cheap glossy plastic bezel and stand
16:9 aspect ratio is less than ideal for computing tasks such as browsing or using productivity software

ProSCORE
2 reviews

58

Acer P205H

MSRP $149.99 Released June, 2009

Pros

affordable price
sleek thin bezel
high resolution for such a small monitor (1600 x 900px) 720p capable, approaching 1080p

Cons

TN panel - cheap to produce/sell at the expensive of colour depth, viewing angles
no HDMI input
small panel size

ProSCORE
2 reviews

52

Asus VH232H

MSRP $220.00 Released November, 2008

Pros

full 1080p resolution
16:9 aspect ratio is ideal for watching media
HDMI input for use with gaming consoles or Blu-ray players

Cons

TN panel - fast and cheap to buy/produce at the expense of viewing angles and true colour quality
poor built-in speakers, like most built-in monitor speakers they aren't worth using
cheap plastic stand - poor ergonomics, tilt only

ProSCORE
1 review

70