Best 22-inch LCD Monitors

A Selection of the Best 22-inch LCDs for a Variety of Different Tasks

With a price tag of around $170, the Acer X223Wbd is among some of the most affordable 22-inch displays but it doesn't skimp on the quality. The 22-inch wide display features the standard 1680x1050 resolution and a relatively quick 5ms response time. It features both VGA and DVI-D connector with HDCP support and includes cables for both unlike many other low cost monitor options. The display is good for just about any task one might have with the screen although it might not be the best suited for a graphics professional. The stand is limited to just a tilt adjustment but it is compatible with 100mm VESA mounts.

Those who are looking for a display that can do just about anything, the HP LP2275w offers a very amazing screen. The 22-inch screen features a 1680x1050 resolution with 6ms response time and 92% NTSC color gamut. This gives the display a high level of color for those looking to do high quality graphics work while still providing sufficient response times for video or gaming. It uses a DVI-D port that is backward compatible with VGA video cards with the supplied DVI to VGA cable. It also features the new DisplayPort connector and cable. Also built into the monitor are several USB 2.0 ports. The heavy stand provides a stable base with tilt, height, swivel and pivot adjustments. Prices are around $350.

The ASUS VW224U provides an extremely fast 2ms response time that is critical for those people looking to have a display that is quick enough to handle their games or even video. The 22-inch screen provides a very large display area yet the 1680x1050 resolution doesn't require an extremely high end graphics card to drive the screen. It features a VGA and DVI-D connector with HDCP support. There are two 1W speakers mounted into the screen but most people will probably want something that provides a bit fuller sound. The stand only allows for a tilt adjustment but is compatible with 100mm VESA mounts. Probably the best thing is the pricing of the display between $170 and $190 making it extremely affordable.

Many people are looking to use their LCD monitors as more than just a computer display. The Samsung Touch of Class T220HD provides the ability to use the display for multiple video sources and even doubles as an HDTV with its built-in TV tuner. The 22-inch display does fall short of full 1080p HD support due to the 1680x1050 resolution but many might not find this a problem. Connectors for the display include HDMI, DVI-D, VGA and component. Color is good with a bright display and high contrast levels. The fast 5ms response time allow it to provide fast motion from videos or gaming without and frame ghosting. One downside is the stand that only features tilt adjust. Pricing ranges from $270 to $300.

Even the highest end display for professional graphics require color calibration though. This is where the NEC Multisync P221W-BK-SV display is a great choice for the graphics professional. In addition to the 22-inch display that covers 96% of the AdobeRGB color gamut, it also includes the SpectraViewII color calibration unit to ensure that the screen is properly setup for color. The 22-inch display features a 1680x1050 resolution with a somewhat slower 8ms response time that is still acceptable for video but probably not suited for gaming. It features a VGA and DVI-D connector with HDCP. The stand is fully adjustable for height, tilt, pivot and swivel. Prices are around $750 to $800.