LG W2252TQ 22-Inch Widescreen LCD Monitor Review

Good: no dead pixels

Bad:
* the same resolution (1680 x 1050) is shared by 19", 20" and 22" LCD panel.You can imagine the grainy display for your photos. Dot Pitch of 0.282 mm is really stretching the limit. To get some sense of the dot pitch: I have a 15" LCD with pitch size 0.25 mm, and a 17" LCD of size0.264 mm. So don't be fooled by the size of LCD monitors!!

* Another big problem: some areas are always biased to red, especially for some human faces in photos. Tweak any configuration will not result in a satisfactory result.So bring your favorite family photos when testing your next monitor purchase. Human eyes are very sensitive to colors of faces and cannot be easily fooled.

Totally disappointed with 22", I am returning it and get a 19" on which I can at least enjoy my photos.

------update after one week's research------------
It is sad to know that almost all 22" LCD monitors use TN (twisted nematic) panels. These are only capable of 6-bit color and 262,144 colors. The acclaimed 16.7 million colors are approximated. If you see a monitor advertised with 2 or 5 ms response time, 90% chances are it is based on TN panel.

There are two other better choices, depending on your requirements to color accuracy and response time: S-IPS (super in-plane switching) and S-PVA (super patterned vertical alignment).

Some third-party reviewers confirmed my complain: trustedreviews dot com says "some serious image quality issues. Unfortunately, there's more bad news to come, with the W2252TQ clearly struggling in our DisplayMate tests. Viewing angles are particularly poor due to severe colour and contrast shift. It also failed to distinguish subtle colour gradients, and produced really pronounced banding in both colour and greyscale. There's colour contamination over blacks and whites, and a noticeable amount of backlight bleed from both the top and bottom of the display"

Further information for people who want to be informed consumers.

google "anandtech the LCD thread" to find more in-depth discussion and recommendation for you monitor purchase.

check tftcentral dot co dot uk for the panels used by major monitors.

Bottom line:You get what you pay. There is a reason for the high cost (~$400) of Dell UltraSharp 2007FP or HP LP2065, even they are *only * 20"!

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Product Description:
22-Inch PC Monitor. 1680x1050 Resolution, 2ms Response Speed (GTG), 10000:1 Contrast Ratio, DVI-D & D-sub Input, 300cd/m2 Brightness, 3 Year Warranty, 48 Hr Quick Swap Service.

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Dell S2209W 22-Inch LCD Widescreen Monitor Review

I decided on this monitor because of its small pixel size (.24~) compared to others, in the hope that the Text would pop clearly on the screen. In this I am not disappointed. I can read all of my email just fine and very clear and crisp. Also suprisingly my outlook email now shows folder layouts on the left, the list of email headers , then the preview screen which accomodates a full browser page, then the to do list summary... all on this one screen due to its width.I admit the monitor sort of looks stretched horizontally, but I find it extrememly useful.It can show 2 browser windows side by side no problem.So far I am very happy. I also use photoshop elements as a hobby and the pictures look great.Not sure about color management settings, etc, but I know that there are expensive monitors with those attributes.I hope my printouts come close to what I see.I took the chance by going inexpensive.But I'll find out in time..really haven't done enough with that yet to tell.. Would recommend to a friend , especially ones that use it mostly for text, data, and web browsing.

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Product Description:
Enjoy cinema-quality full 1080p HD resolution from your PC with the stylishly designed 22-inch Dell S2209W LCD widescreen monitor, enabling you to watch movies at the resolution the filmmakers intended, or play games and view multimedia with rich, vibrant colors and unbelievable detail. The 22-inch screen (21.5-inch viewable) features a full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio, and lightning-fast 5ms response time for seamless, fluid, fast-action video. It has inputs for analog VGA and digital DVI video connections--with the DVI-D offering HDCP support for playback of protected high-definition content--and it comes with a stand that tilts for getting the optimal viewing angle. This monitor is Energy Star 4.0 certified, and has received a Silver EPEAT designation for meeting standards to help reduce its environmental impact.


The 22-inch Dell S2209W full 1080p HD monitor. Features

1920 x 1080 resolution and a 16:9 aspect ratio combine to create simply gorgeous results. Now you can watch HD movies on your PC and get the full cinematic experience.
DVI-D with HDCP lets you view protected high-definition multimedia content from Blu-ray Discdrives on desktops and notebooks.
The fast 5ms (millisecond) response time delivers crisp, clear images during fast-action video, making the S2209W an ideal solution for serious gamers, video editors, or anyone who appreciates fluid, high-definition content.
300 cd/m2 brightness allows you to see the high-quality resolution in well-lit rooms and areas with lots of sunlight.
A high contrast ratio of 1000:1 serves up vibrant blacks and rich, saturated colors.
The sleek, glossy frame matches the Dell Inspiron systems and works beautifully with most household decor.
A quick-detach stand and optional wall mount permits easy wall mounting.
The tilt-adjustable panel lets you position the screen to your preferred, most comfortable viewing angle.
The optional Dell AX510PA multimedia soundbar provides dynamic stereo sound that enhances any viewing experience.

Specifications

Video inputs: VGA and DVI-D
Viewing angle: 160°/170°
Color support: 16.7 million colors
Pixel pitch: 0.248mm
Security port: Yes (cable lock sold separately)
Power consumption - operational: 42 watts
Power consumption - sleep: Less than 2 watts
Dimensions: 20.6 x 8.76 x 15 inches (WxDxH)
Weight: 8.5 pounds (LCD panel only)

What's in the Box
This package includes the S2209W LCD monitor, power cord, VGA cable (VGA to VGA), DVI cable, and CD user guide and documentation. It's backed by a Dell 3 Year Limited Hardware Warranty and includes our 3 Years Advance Exchange (AE) Service. And should you need technical support, you can call toll-free within the U.S. for the duration of the warranty.

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