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Dell SP2309W

The Dell SP2309W is a 23" 16:9 full HD widescreen flat panel LCD monitor retailing at $379. It has a high 2048x1,152 pixel resolution, and an  integrated 2.0MP webcam. This piece won the CNET editor's choice for Feb 2009. It bundles a good set of connections: VGA, DVI, and HDMI.  It is highly praised for its intuitive, robust and uniquely designed on screen display. Compared with the $690 24 inch Dell UltraSharp 2408WFP, this piece comes slightly short on overall performance and connection options. And for $300, the Dell S2409W offers an inch more more screen size, but lower resolution, fewer ergonomic options, and slightly worse performance. Hence this piece hits a sweet spot. This machine scored well on CNET tests.

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Dell SP2309W
MSRP $379.00
Release date February, 2009
Brand Dell
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Pros & Cons

ProSCORE
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71
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2 positive
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0 negative

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16:9 aspect ratio is ideal for watching media
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massive resolution, larger than 1080p - 2048 x 1152
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includes an integrated 2.0MP webcam and dual microphones
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includes an HDMI input
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affordable price
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quality Dell 3-year limited warranty
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slim bezel
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invisible touch controls
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height adjustable
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TN panel - cheap and fast at the expense of color quality and viewing angles
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16:9 aspect ratio is poor for web browsing and office productivity (other than excel)
+1agreedisagree

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cheap plastic stand - lacks some ergonomic features
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glossy screen can be too glossy
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somewhat expensive compared to other 23" models if the high resolution is not required
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Features

  • Panel size: 23"
  • Native resolution: 2048x1,152 pixels
  • Optimal resolution: Full HD 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz
  • Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 (typical)
  • Brightness: 300 cd/m2 (typical)
  • Response Time:5 ms (typical)
  • Viewing Angle:160° / 170° (typical)
  • Color Support: 16.7 million colors
  • Pixel Pitch: 0.266mm

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Dell SP2309W

• Dell SP2309W 23-Inch LCD Widescreen Monitor

• SP2309W Black 23" Widescreen LCD Monitor

UPC: 884116007913

EAN: 884116007913

MPN: 320-7339

Competitors

Acer P244W

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
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BenQ G2412HD

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
2 reviews
62
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Yale

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May 13, 2009
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ProSCORE
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9 pros
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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
  • includes an HDMI input
  • affordable price
  • quality Dell 3-year limited warranty
  • slim bezel
  • invisible touch controls
  • height adjustable

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
  • somewhat expensive compared to other 23" models if the high resolution is not required

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jupebox

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October 7, 2009
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ProSCORE
75
negative
mixed
positive
6 pros
2 cons

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
  • includes an HDMI input
  • affordable price
  • quality Dell 3-year limited warranty

Cons

  • TN panel - cheap and fast at the expense of color quality and viewing angles
  • glossy screen can be too glossy

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