Best monitors

  • 9.0 8.2

    Dell 2209WA

    15 Jan 2009 10:35 AM

    The 2209WA is a monitor with very few flaws. While we'd love to see 1:1 scaling, and the inset screen may cause some users grief, we wouldn't mind two of these sitting on our desk. This is the best 22-inch monitor we've seen.

    Specs: 300 cd/m2, 1000 :1, 1680 x 1050 pixels, 22 inch, 6 ms

  • 9.0 9.2

    Dell UltraSharp U2410

    20 Aug 2009 5:32 PM

    The only way to get better quality than the Dell UltraSharp U2410 is to spend a lot more money — if you need a 24-inch, are on a budget but still need great quality images, we can wholeheartedly recommend this screen.

    Specs: 400 cd/m2, 1000 :1, 1920 x 1200 pixels, 24 inch, 6 ms

  • 8.7 8.5

    AOC Verfino V22 LCD Monitor

    29 Apr 2009 2:50 PM

    AOC's tasteful Verfino LCD monitor suits both the working desk and more style-conscious locations.

    Specs: 280 cd/m2, 100000 :1, 1680 x 1050 pixels, 21.6 inch, 2 ms

  • 8.1 10

    Dell G2410

    20 Apr 2009 5:34 PM

    The plain-looking Dell G2410 offers stellar performance and an energy conscious interface at a low price.

    Specs: 250 cd/m2, 1000 :1, 1920 x 1080 pixels, 23 inch, 5 ms

  • 8.0

    Samsung SyncMaster 2333SW 23-inch LCD Monitor

    07 Apr 2009 5:05 PM

    Samsung's attractive "cream" monitor has a lot of upside, once you get the annoying base unit snapped on.

    Specs: 300 cd/m2, 20000 :1, 1920 x 1080 pixels, 23 inch, 5 ms

  • 8.0

    Asus LS221H

    07 Jan 2009 12:20 PM

    Billed as the "world's slimmest 22-inch widescreen" the LS221H has a classy conservative style.

    Specs: 300 cd/m2, 4000 :1, 1680 x 1050 pixels, 22 inch, 2 ms

  • 7.9

    HP 2309m

    19 Jun 2009 10:31 AM

    At a price of AU$649, the 2309m is a decent buy. While it performs well, the blacks aren't as deep as we'd like, and we'd be more tempted to find something with a matte screen to cut down on reflections.

    Specs: 300 cd/m2, 1000 :1, 1920 x 1080 pixels, 23 inch, 3 ms

  • 7.8 10

    Dell SX2210

    11 May 2009 12:11 PM

    The Dell SX2210 is a well-priced 16:9 monitor with high performance and enough features to satisfy most.

    Specs: 300 cd/m2, 1920 x 1080 pixels, 22 inch, 2 ms

  • 7.7

    Compaq Q2009 LCD Monitor

    17 Sep 2009 12:23 PM

    HP's budget line 20-inch monitor doesn't deliver any surprises, either nasty or nice. You just get what you pay for.

    Specs: 300 cd/m2, 1000 :1, 1600 x 900 pixels, 20 inch, 5 ms

  • 7.5 9.5

    Asus Designo MS246H

    06 Oct 2009 3:25 PM

    The MS246H works well if you're trying to reach a certain design aesthetic — just be aware that with this aesthetic comes a lack of adjustability options and frustrating menu buttons.

    Specs: 250 cd/m2, 1000 :1, 1920 x 1080 pixels, 23.6 inch, 2 ms

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