Dell P2421 with 1920 x 1200 IPS panel
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A 24.1″ 1920 x 1200 (16:10) IPS-type (In-Plane Switching or similar) panel is employed, with 60Hz refresh rate. A matte anti-glare screen surface is used with other specifications of note including; a 1000:1 static contrast ratio, 178°/178° horizontal/vertical viewing angles, 5ms grey to grey response time and 8-bit colour support. A flicker-free WLED backlight is used with 300 cd/m² typical maximum luminance and 99% sRGB colour gamut coverage. Low Blue Light (LBL) settings including ‘ComfortView’ are included to enhance viewing comfort and allow blue light output to be minimised at crucial points of the day, such as the hours leading up to sleep. The included stand attaches using a quick-release mechanism and can be replaced by a 100 x 100mm VESA compatible solution, if preferred. It includes full ergonomic flexibility, including 130mm (5.12 inches) height adjustment. The ports at the rear face downwards and include; AC power input (internal power converter), DP 1.2, HDMI 1.4, DVI, VGA and 2 USB 3.0 ports (plus upstream). 2 additional USB 3.0 ports are located on the left side of the monitor, as viewed from the front.
Further details can be found on the manufacturer’s website. The monitor is listed for ~$300.
