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Top 5 22-Inch Wide-Screen LCD Monitors

This category of wide-screen LCDs is growing rapidly due to falling prices and the prevalence of high-quality models. Ratings and rankings can change quickly, so check back frequently for chart updates.

Danny Allen

Friday, October 26, 2007, 04:00 PM PDT
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HP w2207
HP w2207
Size (inches): 22
Resolution (pixels): 1680 by 1050
Adjustments: Multiple adjustments
Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
Interfaces: Analog and digital
Weight (pounds): 24.2
Price When Reviewed: $330
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Bottom Line: This 22-inch LCD offers several extras, including pivot adjustment, and an attractive design.
(Last Rated: December 10, 2007)
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79.8Good
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ViewSonic VG2230wm
ViewSonic VG2230wm
Size (inches): 22
Resolution (pixels): 1680 by 1050
Adjustments: Multiple adjustments
Contrast Ratio: 700:1
Interfaces: Analog and digital
Weight (pounds): 14.5
Price When Reviewed: $319
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Bottom Line: This 22-inch display is thoughtfully designed and its reproductions of graphics and text documents are easy on the eyes.
(Last Rated: December 10, 2007)
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79.5Good
3
Samsung SyncMaster 2232GW
Samsung SyncMaster 2232GW
Size (inches): 22
Resolution (pixels): 1680 by 1050
Adjustments: Tilt adjustment only
Contrast Ratio: 3000:1
Interfaces: Analog and digital
Weight (pounds): 10.9
Price When Reviewed: $359
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Bottom Line: This superb monitor is excellent for many graphics tasks, which may justify its slightly higher price.
(Last Rated: December 10, 2007)
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79.4Good
4
AG Neovo H-W22
AG Neovo H-W22
Size (inches): 22
Resolution (pixels): 1680 by 1050
Adjustments: Tilt adjustment only
Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
Interfaces: Analog and digital
Weight (pounds): 10.8
Price When Reviewed: $269
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Bottom Line: This extremely thin-looking monitor is a no-frills performer for the minimalist--and budget-conscious--office.
(Last Rated: December 10, 2007)
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77.4Good
5
Dell E228WFP
Dell E228WFP
Size (inches): 22
Resolution (pixels): 1680 by 1050
Adjustments: Tilt adjustment only
Contrast Ratio: 800:1
Interfaces: Analog and digital
Weight (pounds): 11.01
Price When Reviewed: $300
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Bottom Line: Competitive price and strong graphics quality lift this otherwise dull-looking monitor's score.
(Last Rated: December 10, 2007)
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76.7Good
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