Color:
Black
Display Type:
Flat panel display / TFT active matrix
Diagonal Size:
22 in - Widescreen
Max Resolution:
1680 x 1050
Dot pitch:
0.282 mm
Response time:
5 ms
Description:
The Planar PL2210MW is a 22 in, flat panel computer monitor.
Compared to other flat panel monitors on the market, it is inexpensive at around $265.
It has a built-in set of stereo speakers.
This model features a 1680x1050 native resolution.
Weighs 11.7 lbs.
Pros:
Has 1680x1050 resolution, which is higher than some similarly priced monitors.
By way of comparison, the average cost of a product with this high a resolution is $350.
Also, this monitor has 16:10 aspect ratio, which is more favorable than some similarly priced monitors.
In fact, the average cost of a product with this favorable an aspect ratio is $470.
Reduce the clutter on your desk by using this monitor's built-in speakers.
Its wide viewing angle (170 degrees) is useful whenever the screen is being viewed by more than one person at the same time.
Accepts DVI input, which allows for greater signal clarity than traditional VGA.
Cons:
None noted, given available product data.
Suitability:
Built for those want a big display in a thin form factor.
The 5 ms response time of this screen makes it ideal for fast-moving games and for watching movies.
Value:
In view of its inexpensive price, this monitor has great features for the money.
In fact, you would typically pay about 40% more to get a flat panel monitor with similar viewable size.
Suggestions:
(1) Before purchasing an LCD monitor, consider visiting your local store for a live demo to ensure that its overall image quality, color, and sharpness meets your expectation.
(2) Since this monitor is DVI-capable, you might want a DVI-enabled graphics card in your PC to connect with it -- this will pass the digital video signal directly without converting it to analog, making for better performance.
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