24" LCD monitors

[timot]

Hey guys,

I m thinking of upgrading my 20" to 24" with HDCP of course

here's a list of the ones i m looking at:

1. ACER:
a. P241WA - CAD339.99
b. X243Wbd - CAD346.04

2. BENQ:
a. V2400W - CAD399.95
b. G2400W - CAD339.95
c. G2400WD - CAD379.99

3. SAMSUNG:
a. 245B - CAD359.98
b. 245BW - CAD399.99

4. HP:
a. W2408H (refurb.) - CAD299.98


These are the ones i m looking at, and you've noticed that all of them are < CAD400.

Need inputs please... thanks!!

 

[timot]

btw, i m not sure if all of them are HDCP...

 

[virtualskunk]

Just picked up an Acer X243WBd. Where on earth did you find those great prices? I got mine for 369.95! from memoryexpress.com

 

[timot]

lol... u gotta learn to use search engine for canada's site.. such as pricecanada.com or shopbot.ca

 

[timot]

bump...

 

[timot]

bumpp

 

[sonnygdude]

I have (well, will get my replacement shortly hopefully) the BenQ G2400WD. For the limited time I've been able to use before returnign it for a slight manufacturing defect, it's been a great monitor, fast and vivid, good for games. Also, appears to be low power consumption and low heat dissipation

Biggest complaints are the narrow viewing angle, no height adjustment, and no ability to rotate the monitor long axis vertical for documents (which is a feature I probably wouldn't be using much anyway).

But it's still a pretty, pretty monitor

 

[timot]

hmm when you say slight manufacturing defect, as in?

 

[sonnygdude]

There was a wavy circular pattern in the monitor you could see from even slight off-angles. My guess is that there was some compression or mechanical pressure when the thing was assembled that was causing a distortion.

The vendor (Buy.com) has been great about getting a replacement, prepaid the RMA and shipped my replacement (expedited, no less) at no cost to me

 

[timot]

hummm ic .... so it all depends on the vendor huh..... does it do 1:1 mapping?

 

[Blain]

Is there some (model number / screen type) site that lists models and their particular type... TN Film, PVA, IPS, etc?
Any links?

 

[timot]

I reali dont know where to search to see whether the monitor is TN or other panels? how do i know?

 

[Blain]

Seems like viewing angle is some sort of indicator.

 

[timot]

P241W

Display Type Flat panel display / TFT active matrix
Diagonal Size 24 in - Widescreen
Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch 0.27 mm
Max Resolution 1920 x 1200
Response Time 2 ms
Front Panel Controls Power on/off, Enter menu, Auto-configuration
On-Screen Controls On-screen display menu control buttons, Auto-configuration, Power on/off button
Display Positions Adjustments Swivel
Video Output None
Signal Input HDMI, DVI-D, VGA
Features HDCP
Image brightness 400 cd/m2
Image Contrast Ratio 3000:1
Max horizontal view angle 160
Max vertical view angle 160
Analog video signal RGB
Digital video standard Digital Visual Interface (DVI), High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
Interfaces 1 x VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x DVI-D - 24 pin digital DVI, 1 x - 19 pin HDMI Type A
Connections - D-Sub, - DVI
Flat Panel Mount Interface 100 x 100 mm

 

[timot]

X243Wbd

Actual Screen Size 24"
Brand Name Acer
Brightness 400 cd/m?
Color Black
Color Support 16.7 Million Colors
Contrast Ratio 3000:1
HDCP Support Yes
Horizontal Viewing Angle 160?
Input Signal Analog
Digital
Input Voltage 110V AC
220V AC
Manufacturer Acer, Inc
Manufacturer Part Number ET.FX3WP.001
Manufacturer Website Address www.acer.ca
Marketing Information

The Acer X243Wbd is a dazzling media and gaming display integrating the latest display technologies for high-speed gaming and seamless imaging. Compared to the standard 17" display, this 24" LCD offers a viewable area that is 110% larger and reproduces 76% more data or media content.

Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1200
Maximum Response Time 5ms
Mount Type Wall-mountable
Number of Screens 1
Parts Warranty/Labor 3 Year
Pixel Pitch 0.27mm
Ports 1 x 15-pin HD-15 VGA
1 x DVI-HDCP
Product Line Excel Line
Product Model X243Wbd
Product Name Excel Line X243Wbd Widescreen LCD Monitor
Product Type LCD Monitor
Screen Size 24"
Screen Technology Active Matrix TFT
Standard Warranty 3 Year Limited
Vertical Viewing Angle 160?
Viewable Screen Size 24"
Weight 6.99 kg
Widescreen Yes

 

[timot]

V2400W

Actual Screen Size 24"
Brand Name BenQ
Brightness 1000 cd/m?
Color Glossy Black
Silver
Color Support 16.7 Million Colors
Contrast Ratio 250:1
Dimensions 36.94cm Height x 56.38cm Width x 19.17cm Depth
Green Compliance Yes
Green Compliance Certificate/Authority Energy Star
RoHS
Horizontal Viewing Angle 160?
Input Signal Analog
Digital
Manufacturer BenQ Corporation
Manufacturer Part Number V2400W
Manufacturer Website Address www.benq.ca
Marketing Information

Built on the Kinergy Design, the BenQ V2400W makes a bold yet charming statement of modern simplicity. Born in the imagination and designed with kinetic beauty, the V2400W is the crafted face of modern perfection. Breaking through traditional thinking about symmetry, the BenQ V2400W's asymmetric base stand design brings an end to 'staid' design. The beauty of movement has now been captured for you to enjoy.
Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1200
Maximum Response Time 5ms
Mount Type Wall-mountable
Number of Screens 1
# Package Contents V2400W Widescreen LCD Monitor
# VGA signal cable
Pixel Pitch 0.27mm
Platform Support PC
Ports 1 x 15-pin HD-15 VGA In
1 x DVI-D
1 x HDMI Digital Audio/Video In
1 x Headphone
Product Model V2400W
Product Name V2400W Widescreen LCD Monitor
Product Series V
Product Type LCD Monitor
Screen Size 24"
Vertical Viewing Angle 160?
Viewable Screen Size 24"
Weight 6.7 kg

 

[timot]

G2400W

Actual Screen Size 24"
Additional Information

Kensington
Backlight Life 50000 Hour Typical
Brand Name BenQ
Brightness 250 cd/m?
Color Support 16.7 Million Colors
Contrast Ratio 1000:1
Dimensions 44.27cm Height x 55.8cm Width x 17.05cm Depth
37.9cm Height x 55.8cm Width x 6.8cm Depth - With Wall mount
HDCP Support Yes
Horizontal Viewing Angle 160?
Input Signal Analog
Digital
Input Voltage 110V AC
220V AC
Manufacturer BenQ Corporation
Manufacturer Part Number G2400W
Manufacturer Website Address www.benq.ca
Marketing Information

The G2400W widescreen LCD monitor offers high value-performance display solutions to home and business. The G2400W widescreen LCD monitor feature an ultra-fast response time, a sweeping 160 degree wide viewing angle, BenQ's proprietary senseye+photo technology and a simple, elegant design.
Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080
Maximum Response Time 5ms
Mount Type Wall-mountable
Number of Screens 1
Pixel Pitch 0.27mm
Platform Support PC
Ports 1 x 15-pin HD-15 VGA In
1 x HDMI Digital Audio/Video In
1 x DVI-D
Product Model G2400W
Product Name G Series G2400W Widescreen LCD Monitor
Product Series G
Product Type LCD Monitor
Resolution 1920 x 1080 Maximum Resolution
Scanning Frequency 31 kHz to 83 kHz Horizontal
56 Hz to 76 Hz Vertical
Screen Size 24"
Screen Technology Active Matrix TFT
Tilt/Swivel 20? Up | 5? Down Tilt
Vertical Viewing Angle 160?
Viewable Screen Size 24"

 

[timot]

G2400WD

Screen Size 24" Widescreen
Product Colour Black
Resolution 1920x1200(WUXGA)
Display Area 20.43" x 12.76" (518.5 x 324mm)
Pixel pitch (mm) 0.27 mm
Response time 2ms GTG
Brightness 250 cd/m2
Dynamic Contrast Ratio 4000:1
Display Colors 16.7 million
Viewing Angle (L/R;U/D) (CR>=10) 160/160
Speakers N/A
Headphone Jack Yes
Input Signals HDMI/ D-sub/ DVI-D (HDCP)
HDCP Yes
Horizontal Frequency (KHz) 31 - 83 KHz
Vertical Frequency (Hz) 55 - 76 Hz
Video Bandwidth (MHz) 25 - 135 Hz
Colour temperature Reddish/sRGB/Bluish + user mode
Auto Switching Power Supply 55W (max)
Weight 13.6 lbs
Net Weight 16.5 lbs
Dimensions (HxWxD) 25.29 x 20.64 x 5.59 (inch)
Dimensions without the pedestal stand 17.44 x21.98 x 6.72(inch)
Tilt -5/20
Swivel No
Pivot No
VESA Wall Mounting 100 x 100 mm
OSD language 8
Regulations TCO'03
Accessories VGA and DVI Cable
1:1 Pixel Mapping Yes

 

[timot]

245B

Panel
Viewable Area : 24" Wide

Pixel Pitch : 0.270 x 0.270

Brightness(cd/2)(typ.) : 400 cd/m2

Contrast Ratio(Typ.) : 1000:1 (DC 3000:1)

Viewing Angle(H/V) : 160/160

Response Time (in ms) (Typ.) : 5ms

Frequency
Horizontal Frequency : 30-81khz

Vertical Frequency: 56-75hz

Maximum Resolution
1920x1200@60Hz (Analog)
1920x1200@60Hz (Digital)

Colour Supported
16.7 million

Signal Input
Input Video Signal : Analog RGB, DVI

Sync. Type : Separate H/V, Composite H/V, SOG

Input Connectors : 15pin D-sub, DVI-D

Wall-Mount : VESA 200x100

TCO : TCO'03

Cabinet Colour : Black

Dimensions (in mm)
Set with stand(WxHxD) : 560.0 x 444.5 x 250.0

Set(W*H*D)(w/o stand) : 563 x 166 x 451

Packing(W*H*D) : 733 x 557 x 350

Weight (in Kg) : Net 8.4

Packing : 10.6

Special Features
PC : Analog, Digital, MagicColor, MagicBright3, Power built-in, Narrow Bezel, Mechanical S/W, DVI(HDCP), Option speaker

Stand
Type : Best ErgonomicHAS (100mm)

Function : Height Adjustable & Swivel & Tilt





245BW

Dimensions (WxDxH) 22 in x 9.8 in x 17.5 in
Weight 18.5 lbs
Diagonal Size 24" - widescreen
Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch 0.27 mm
Max Resolution 1920 x 1200 / 60 Hz
Display Positions Adjustments Height, swivel, tilt
Color Support 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
Response Time 5 ms
Image Brightness 400 cd/m2
Image Contrast Ratio 1000:1 / 3000:1 (dynamic)
Digital Video Standard Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
Signal Input DVI-D, VGA
Compliant Standards TCO '03, CE, TUV GS, DDC-2B, EPA Energy Star, ISO 13406-2, NUTEK, TCO '99, RoHS
Power AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Power Consumption Operational 100 Watt
General
Display Type Flat panel display / TFT active matrix
TFT Technology TN
Width 22 in
Depth 9.8 in
Height 17.5 in
Weight 18.5 lbs
Enclosure Color Black
Display
Diagonal Size 24" - widescreen
Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch 0.27 mm
Max Resolution 1920 x 1200 / 60 Hz
Color Support 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
Max Sync Rate (V x H) 75 Hz x 81 kHz
Video Bandwidth 154 MHz
Response Time 5 ms
Controls / Adjustments Brightness, contrast, H/V position, sharpness, color balance, gamma correction, color temperature
Display Positions Adjustments Height, swivel, tilt
OSD Languages English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish
Signal Input DVI-D, VGA
Features OSD-Digital Display Director, Sync on Green, MagicColor, HDCP, MagicBright 3
Image
Image Color Temperature Adjustable
Image Brightness 400 cd/m2
Image Contrast Ratio 1000:1 / 3000:1 (dynamic)
Image Max H-View Angle 160
Image Max V-View Angle 160
Video Input
Analog Video Signal RGB
Digital Video Standard Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
Expansion / Connectivity
Interfaces 1 x VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15)
1 x DVI-D - 24 pin digital DVI
Miscellaneous
Flat Panel Mount Interface 200 x 100 mm
Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), wall mountable
Compliant Standards TCO '03, CE, TUV GS, DDC-2B, EPA Energy Star, ISO 13406-2, NUTEK, TCO '99, RoHS
Power
Form Factor Internal
Voltage Required AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Power Consumption Operational 100 Watt
Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 2 Watt
Environmental Parameters
Min Operating Temperature 50 °F
Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 80%

 

[Blain]

All your multiple spec. postings are 160/160 viewing angles.

BTW, Out of curiosity... Why are you simply posting model specs?
Are we supposed to tell you one TN screen is better than the rest of the TN screens?

 

[timot]

ummm well i guess i wanna know different feedbacks from ppl who have researched LCD monitors.... but does TN or non-TN panels really matters? i use my pc for games, movies and surf. But i would like to get a bigger monitor. I dont do image stuffs/video editing and such i thought the only cons of TN panels are just the viewing angle? or there's something else i m missing?

 

[Blain]

The 160/160 viewing angle isn't the only drawback. It's just a simple way to ID the TN panels.

 

[timot]

ahh i c... so what are the other drawbacks of TN panel? i know they are cheaper than non-TN..

 

[Blain]

A TN panel will be fine for you.

 

[timot]

nice... so now the question is, which one should i get or it doesnt matter? when comparing contrast ratio, i noticed that most of them are 1000:1, but some advertised as 3000:1 DC, so will i notice the difference?