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The HP w2338h is a 23-inch Diagonal 16:9 HD Ready Widescreen Monitor released by HP in 2009. It's geared towards those who are more serious about gaming and entertainment, or just need more monitor real estate for work. It has a 16:9 aspect ratio which makes it deal for viewing movies in their original formats. The display can be optimized for movies, photos, or games with the Quick View mode. It has a 1920 x 1080p maximum resolution, and a 3000:1 contrast ratio. Glare that has been usually seen on recent glossy screens is reduced in this system using the HP BrightView technology. Both digital and analog content can be displayed using DVI-D, HDMI (supports HDCP) and VGA connectivity.
MSRP $300.00
Release date January, 2009
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Features
- Monitor type: 23" diagonal Widescreen Thin-film Transistor LCD active matrix
- Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080p @ 60 Hz (recommended)
- Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 (typical) ; 3000:1 (dynamic)
- Brightness: 300 nits (typical)
- Pixel Pitch: 0.265mm
- Response rate: 5ms (on-off)
- Sounds: integrated speakers, 2W per channel
- Energy star qualified: yes
- Signal Input Connector: VGA and HDMI; Analog: 15-pin miniature D-sub (VGA cable included); HDMI: Version 1.3 (HDMI cable not included); NDCP
- Tilt: +25 to -5 degrees
- Detachable base (for mounting): yes
- Dimensions: 22.2" (w) x 16.3" (h) x 7.6"(d)
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HP w2338h
• HP W2338H 23-Inch Widescreen Monitor
• W2338h Black 23" Widescreen LCD Monitor
UPC: 884420172529
EAN: 884420172529
MPN: FN747AA#ABA
Competitors
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
HP w2338h
vs.
Samsung SyncMaster 2343BWX
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
HP w2338h
vs.
BenQ G2412HD
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
HP w2338h
vs.
Asus VH232H
MSRP $250.00
Released January, 2009
The Acer H233H bmid is a 23" widescreen LCD monitor from Acer's High Definition series. It features a native resolution of 1080p, 40,000:1 contrast ratio, and 5ms response time. It also utilizes Acer's CrystalBrite technology to produce crisp images. For more information see the full Acer High Definition Series report. Specifications 23" Widescreen TFT LCD...
HP w2338h
vs.
Acer H233H bmid
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
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HP w2338h
vs.
Samsung P2370L
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
HP w2338h
vs.
Acer H233H
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.
HP w2338h
vs.
LG W2353V
MSRP --
Released March, 2009
Pros
- attractive stand and bezel
- full 1080p capable resolution
- fast 2ms response time
Cons
- TN panel - cheap and fast at the expense of colour quality and viewing angles
- 16:9 aspect ratio is not ideal for office productivity or web surfing
- cheap stand - limited ergonomics
HP w2338h
vs.
Samsung P2270
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
HP w2338h
vs.
Dell S2309W
Reviews
August 4, 2009
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Pros
- 1080p capable resolution
- HDMI, DVI & VGA inputs
- 16:9 aspect ratio is ideal for watching media
- power button and indicator is located on top of the monitor - not as annoying as blinking in your face
- great picture
- affordable price
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
- poor stand - few ergonomic features such as height adjustment, portrait mode
- 16:9 aspect ratio is poor for web browsing and basic desktop/productivity applications (besides excel)
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Pros
- 1080p capable resolution
- HDMI, DVI & VGA inputs
- 16:9 aspect ratio is ideal for watching media
- power button and indicator is located on top of the monitor - not as annoying as blinking in your face
- great picture
Cons
- single year warranty only
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