NEC MultiSync EA231WMi review

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Verdict:

A great 23in monitor, with excellent viewing angles and colour accuracy, but its high price is a lot to get over.

Review Date: 8 Jan 2010

Price when reviewed: £297

Supplier: http://www.lambda-tek.com/componentshop

Reviewed By: Jim Martin

Our Rating 3 stars out of 5

Review
Specs

Basic Specifications
Part Code	60002692
Review Date	8 Jan 2010
Rating

Physical
Viewable size	23 in
Native resolution	1,920x1,080
Contrast ratio	1,000:1 (3,000:1 dynamic)
Brightness	300cd/m²
Horizontal viewing angle	178°
Vertical viewing angle	178°
Response time	14ms
Response time type	black-to-black
Screen depth	68mm
Base (WxD)	219x219mm
Screen elevation	70-155mm

Features
Portrait mode
Wall mount option
Height adjustable
Internal speakers	yes (2W stereo)
Detachable cables
USB hub	2-port USB
Integrated power supply
Kensington lock lug
Display extras	ambient light sensor
VGA input
DVI input
S-video input
Component input
Composite input
HDCP support
Audio inputs	3.5mm line in

Environmental
Power consumption standby	0W
Power consumption on	44W

Buying Information
Price	£297
Supplier	http://www.lambda-tek.com/componentshop
Details	www.nec-display-solutions.co.uk
Warranty	three years onsite

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User comments

For pros?

It seems this one will be great value for pros so why even compare it to cheap consumer products? I paid 400e for my old TN-panel so this feels quite cheap, just ordered one...

By willwill on 2 Apr 2010