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The 2709m is a high-end computer monitor from HP. Its most important feature is its 27" diagonal size, much larger than most consumer monitor offerings. The 2709m's size, combined with its 1080p resolution, enables two windows to be displayed at the same time and provides obvious benefits for movies and games. High-end specifications include a 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and 3ms response time. The 2709m also features built-in speakers and HDMI inputs for use with game consoles, for example. The monitor can be adjusted with tilt and swivel functions, and is wall-mountable using an adapter, not included.
MSRP $499.00
Release date July, 2009
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Features
- 27" LCD
- 1920x1080p resolution
- 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
- 3ms response time
- BrightView technology
- Built-in speakers
- HDMI inputs
- DVI-D with HDCP
- Tilt, swivel
- Wall-mountable
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HP 2709m
• HP 2709m 27-Inch Diagonal Full HD LCD Monitor (Black)
• Pavilion 2709m Black 27" Widescreen LCD Monitor
UPC: 884420933465
EAN: 884420933465
MPN: NT188AA#ABA
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MSRP $849.00
Released August, 2008
Pros
- 1080p capable resolution (1920 x 1200px)
- huge variety of inputs
- large screen size
Cons
- expensive
- higher dot pitch than most monitors (same resolution as 24" monitors) - larger pixels are noticeable when sitting close, may make image appear fuzzy
- back light bleed/consistency issues
HP 2709m
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Dell UltraSharp 2709W
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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
HP 2709m
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HANNS.G HH251HPB
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
HP 2709m
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LG W2753V
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.
HP 2709m
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LG W2600H
MSRP $670.00
Released January, 2008
The Acer X263Wbi is a 25.5" widescreen LCD monitor and is the largest model in Acer's mid-range Excel Series. The monitor features a 1920 x 1200 resolution, 3000:1 contrast ratio, and 5ms response time making it suitable for high-speed gaming and other entertainment applications. It provides high color saturation and includes an HDMI input for connection to a high...
HP 2709m
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Acer X263Wbi
MSRP $809.00
Released February, 2008
The Viewsonic VP2650wb is a 26" LCD monitor with 110% colour saturation. For further information, please see the Viewsonic Pro Series report. Specs: 26" Widescreen LCD 110% Colour Saturation 1920x1200 Optimum Resolution Static Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 4000:1 Response Time: 2ms gray-to-gray, 5ms black-white-black Brightness: 400cd/m2 VGA, DVI inputs...
HP 2709m
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Viewsonic VP2650wb
MSRP $809.00
Released June, 2007
The VX2835wm is a 27.5" widescreen LCD monitor with HDMI inputs. For further information please see the Viewsonic X Series report. Specs: 27.5" Widescreen LCD 1920x1200 Optimum Resolution Static Contrast Ratio: 800:1 Response Time: 3ms gray-to-gray, 5ms black-white-black Brightness: 500cd/m2 VGA, HDMI inputs Integrated 2x3 watt speakers with 3-watt amplifier
HP 2709m
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Viewsonic VX2835wm
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
HP 2709m
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Samsung T260
MSRP $600.00
Released June, 2008
Pros
- large variety of inputs - can be used as a TV as well as a computer monitor
- large screen size
- full 1080p capable resolution
Cons
- cheap plastic stand - limited ergonomics, wobbly
- TN panel - cheap and fast at the expense of colour depth and viewing angles
- slow connectivity to HDMI
HP 2709m
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Samsung T260HD
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Pros
- large 27" screen size
- full 1080p resolution
- HDMI connectivity
- can be found well under the $499 MSRP
- affordable for such a large display
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
- ghosting and screen tearing issues
- uses a common TN panel - poor viewing angles are made worse by such a large display
- poor 1 year warranty compared to most other manufacturer's 3-year guarantees
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