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18- to 19-inch LCDs

Why settle for a big, boxy CRT when you can get about as much screen area on a 17-inch LCD? Yes, LCDs are more expensive than CRTs, but they're also better looking and lighter, and they take up much less desk space.

Monitors Editors' rating Price Summary
Dell UltraSharp 1905FP
Released: 10/04/2004
8.2
Excellent
$389-$479
The 1905FP is a fantastic, well-priced monitor for nearly all users.
Specs: 19 in, 0.294 mm, 1280 x 1024 , TFT active matrix , PC
 
ViewSonic VP912b
Released: 09/13/2004
7.4
Very good
$539-$657
This 19-inch display's design lacks panache, but its bright images are nice for an LCD.
Specs: 19 in, 0.294 mm, 1280 x 1024 , TFT active matrix , PC , Mac

Samsung SyncMaster 910T
Released: 05/01/2004
7.0
Very good
$369-$580
from 28 stores
This 19-inch LCD lacks multimedia extras, but it's a great inexpensive and basic LCD, making it a good choice for business users.
Specs: 19 in, 0.294 mm, 1280 x 1024 , TFT active matrix , PC , Mac

Samsung SyncMaster 193P
Released: 03/01/2004
6.8
Good
$449-$766
from 21 stores
The Samsung SyncMaster 193P is a fine, basic home or small-office LCD, but it's on the pricey side.
Specs: 19 in, 0.294 mm, 1280 x 1024 , TFT active matrix , PC , Mac , Unix

LG Flatron L1981Q
Released: 05/01/2005
6.7
Good
$359-$649
Though better-performing monitors exist, the LG Flatron L1981Q will meet the basic needs of style-conscious consumers.
Specs: 19 in, 0.294 mm, 1280 x 1024 , TFT active matrix , PC