Displays

Top 5 25.5- to 28-Inch Wide-Screen Monitors

These wide-screen monitors give you an amazing amount of screen area, but they're costly. Ratings and rankings can change due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.

Samsung SyncMaster 275T

27-inch LCD boasts the right combination of price, performance and premium features like picture-in-picture.

Dell UltraSharp 2707WFP

Stunning design and features such as a USB hub, card reader, and picture-in-picture make for a desirable 27-inch display.

Hanns.G HG-281DJB

28-inch (27.5 viewable) LCD with HDMI is priced temptingly low but it failed to impress in graphics tests.

NEC MultiSync LCD2690UXi

Lacks the extras, style, and standout performance we expect from an expensive 26-inch (25.5-inch viewable) wide-screen.

Acer AL2616Wd

Best for viewing office documents, this 26-inch (25.5-inch viewable) LCD's weak graphics performance defeats its low price.