Dell P2421D and P2421DC with 23.8 inch WQHD IPS panels
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A 23.8″ 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) IPS-type panel is used, employing a matte anti-glare screen surface and offering a 1000:1 static contrast. This is complemented by a 60Hz refresh rate, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles, 8-bit colour support (6-bit + FRC) and a 5ms grey to grey response time (caution advised). A flicker-free WLED backlight is included, offering a 300 cd/m² typical maximum luminance and 99% sRGB coverage. Low Blue Light (LBL) settings including a ‘ComfortView’ setting are included to promote greater viewing comfort, useful in the evenings in particular where blue light exposure should be minimised. The stand attaches offers full ergonomic flexibility. It attaches centrally using a quick release mechanism, allowing it to be removed and replaced with a 100 x 100mm VESA compatible solution. The ports mainly face downwards and include; AC power input (internal power converter), HDMI 1.4, DP 1.2, DP 1.2 output (for MST daisy chaining), 2 USB 2.0 ports and for the ‘C’ model a USB-C port (65W PD and DP Alt Mode). At the left side you’ll find 2 USB 3.0 ports.
Further details can be found on the manufacturer’s website. The ‘D’ is available for ~$290 USD (£230) and the ‘DC’ for ~$320 (£260).
