July 9, 2009
Five 19-Inch LCD Monitor Recommendations
Dell S1909WX
Great for what it is
Pros: -1440×900 resolution
-Great contrast
-Vibrant colors
-Ultra crisp image
-Fast 5ms response time
-Standout design
-VGA and DVI-D connections
Cons: -Limited Picture adjustment options
-No built in speakers
-Some washed out edges in dark rooms
-Difficult to press side control keys
-All inputs will be stretched to fit the screen, with no ability to adjust letterbox bars
So overall a nice monitior, and yes, given the chance - I'd have no problem getting it again.
"Another Great As Usual Viewsonic Monitor"
Pros: The monitor is designed well and has the high quality picture that Viewsonic is famous for. Not only does the exterior of the monitor look great but this is the one to buy if you need a great monitor for gaming and just all around PC enjoyment.
Cons: It may use somewhat of a low color count because of the fast response rate however just by looking at this monitor as you use it in game playing and surfing the net you can tell that it is a good one. Everything is very clear and crisp.
Westinghouse L1916HW
The good: Superlow price from Best Buy; good movie and games performance; built-in speakers.
The bad: Onscreen display buttons are too sensitive; low speaker volume.
The bottom line: The Westinghouse L1916HW has a superlow price and good performance in games, movies, and office tasks.
Specifications: Display Type: LCD display / TFT active matrix ; Diagonal Size: 19 in - Widescreen ; Max Resolution: 1680 x 1050
Samsung SyncMaster 943N
Description: The samsung SyncMaster 943N is a 19 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $180.This unit features a 1280×1024 native resolution.Weighs 8.4 lbs.
Pros: Has 1000:1 contrast ratio, which is higher than some similarly priced monitors.In fact, the average cost of a product with this high a contrast ratio is $480.Its wide viewing angle (170 degrees) is useful whenever the screen is being viewed by more than one person at the same time.This monitor meets the EPEAT Silver level criteria of environmental performance including a minimum of 65% recycleable or reuseable materials.
Cons: Has 0.294 mm dot pitch, which is somewhat less favorable than some similarly priced monitors.Also, this monitor has only 1280×1024 resolution, which is lower than some similarly priced monitors.For example, the ViewSonic VX1940W, a 19 in monitor at around $185, has 1680×1050 resolution.
Suitability: A flat panel monitor, suited for those who want a larger thin screen monitor.The 5 ms response time of this screen makes it ideal for fast-moving games and for watching movies.
Value: Given its relatively inexpensive price, this monitor has great features for the money.In fact, you would usually pay about 90% more to get a flat panel monitor having roughly the same viewable size.
NEC Multisync LCD1990SX
Description: The NEC MultiSync LCD1990SX is a 19 in, flat panel computer monitor.Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is relatively expensive at around $465.This display features a 1280×1024 native resolution.Weighs 19.8 lbs.
Pros: Has 1500:1 contrast ratio, which is somewhat higher than some similarly priced monitors.In fact, the typical cost of a product with this high a contrast ratio is $690.This monitor meets the EPEAT Silver level criteria of environmental performance including a minimum of 65% recycleable or reuseable materials.Accepts DVI input, which allows for greater signal clarity than traditional VGA.
Cons: Has 0.294 mm dot pitch.Also, this monitor has only 1280×1024 resolution.This is not out of line with the product's price, but is lower than the average monitor on the market today.
Suitability: Built for those who want a spacious screen that will not hog their entire desk.The 8 ms response time of this screen makes it ideal for fast-moving games and for watching movies.
Value: Notwithstanding its relatively expensive price, this monitor has good features for the money.On the other hand, you would typically pay around 30% less to get a flat panel monitor having similar viewable size.
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