Top 5 20- and 22-Inch Wide-Screen Monitors

These are the top 20- and 22-inch wide-screen LCD monitors today, but ratings and rankings can change quickly due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.

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ViewSonic VG2230wm
Bottom Line: This 22-inch display is thoughtfully designed and its reproductions of graphics and text documents are easy on the eyes.
PC World Rating: 80 (Very Good)
  1. Performance Word Score: Very Good
  2. Size (inches): 22
  3. Resolution (pixels): 1680 by 1050
  4. Contrast Ratio: 700:1
  5. Adjustments: Multiple adjustments
  6. Weight (pounds): 14.5
  7. Interfaces: Analog and digital
  8. Price When Reviewed: $319
  9. Rated on: December 10, 2007
Asus PW201
Bottom Line: Expensive 20-inch display has built-in Webcam, good performance and plenty of entertainment inputs.
PC World Rating: 80 (Very Good)
  1. Performance Word Score: Very Good
  2. Size (inches): 20
  3. Resolution (pixels): 1680 by 1050
  4. Contrast Ratio: 800:1
  5. Adjustments: Multiple adjustments
  6. Weight (pounds): 21.3
  7. Interfaces: Analog and digital
  8. Price When Reviewed: $499
  9. Rated on: December 10, 2007
HP w2207
Bottom Line: This 22-inch LCD offers several extras, including pivot adjustment, and an attractive design.
PC World Rating: 80 (Very Good)
  1. Performance Word Score: Good
  2. Size (inches): 22
  3. Resolution (pixels): 1680 by 1050
  4. Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
  5. Adjustments: Multiple adjustments
  6. Weight (pounds): 24.2
  7. Interfaces: Analog and digital
  8. Price When Reviewed: $330
  9. Rated on: December 10, 2007
Samsung SyncMaster 205BW
SAMSUNG Samsung 205BW
Bottom Line: Bargain 20-inch wide-screen posted solid scores on our performance tests, and its design is easy on the eyes.
PC World Rating: 82 (Very Good)
  1. Performance Word Score: Very Good
  2. Size (inches): 20
  3. Resolution (pixels): 1680 by 1050
  4. Contrast Ratio: 600:1
  5. Adjustments: Multiple adjustments
  6. Weight (pounds): 15
  7. Interfaces: Analog and digital
  8. Price When Reviewed: $239
  9. Rated on: December 10, 2007
HP w2007
Bottom Line: HP's excellent 20.1-inch wide-screen display has a stylish design, great graphics and text, and a reasonable price.
PC World Rating: 82 (Very Good)
  1. Performance Word Score: Very Good
  2. Size (inches): 20
  3. Resolution (pixels): 1680 by 1050
  4. Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
  5. Adjustments: Tilt and swivel adjustments
  6. Weight (pounds): 13.33
  7. Interfaces: Analog and digital
  8. Price When Reviewed: $260
  9. Rated on: December 10, 2007

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