Top 5 17-Inch LCD Monitors
These 17-inch monitors are the best in the class today, and they're relatively affordable. Ratings and rankings can change due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.
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Bottom Line: This worthy performer displayed fine text and pretty graphics, but its design is dull and it offers few extras.
PC World Rating: 74 (Good)
- Performance Word Score: Good
- Size (inches): 17
- Resolution (pixels): 1280 by 1024
- Contrast Ratio: 600:1
- Adjustments: Tilt adjustment only
- Weight (pounds): 9.92
- Interfaces: Analog and digital
- Price When Reviewed: $235
- Rated on: September 08, 2006
Bottom Line: Though this display made a poor showing in our image quality tests, its easy adjustability impressed us.
PC World Rating: 75 (Good)
- Performance Word Score: Fair
- Size (inches): 17
- Resolution (pixels): 1280 by 1024
- Contrast Ratio: 700:1
- Adjustments: Multiple adjustments
- Weight (pounds): 11.9
- Interfaces: Analog and digital
- Price When Reviewed: $329
- Rated on: September 08, 2006
Bottom Line: With plenty of ergonomic adjustments and strong scores in our graphics tests, this display would suit graphics professionals.
PC World Rating: 79 (Good)
- Performance Word Score: Fair
- Size (inches): 17
- Resolution (pixels): 1280 by 1024
- Contrast Ratio: 500:1
- Adjustments: Multiple adjustments
- Weight (pounds): 12
- Interfaces: Analog and digital
- Price When Reviewed: $260
- Rated on: September 08, 2006
Bottom Line: Despite its high price, this monitor's sharp text, bright graphics, and clean design make it a standout.
PC World Rating: 83 (Very Good)
- Performance Word Score: Good
- Size (inches): 17
- Resolution (pixels): 1280 by 1024
- Contrast Ratio: 700:1
- Adjustments: Tilt and swivel adjustments
- Weight (pounds): 12.6
- Interfaces: Analog and digital
- Price When Reviewed: $280
- Rated on: September 08, 2006
Bottom Line: This thoughtfully designed display with easy swivel and pivot mechanisms also has easy-to-reach USB 2.0 ports on its side.
PC World Rating: 82 (Very Good)
- Performance Word Score: Fair
- Size (inches): 17
- Resolution (pixels): 1280 by 1024
- Contrast Ratio: 600:1
- Adjustments: Multiple adjustments
- Weight (pounds): 9.13
- Interfaces: Analog and digital
- Price When Reviewed: $239
- Rated on: September 08, 2006
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