REVIEW – BenQ EW2440L and EW2740L

REVIEW – BenQ EW2440L and EW2740L

The BenQ EW2440L and EW2740L have recently surfaced. Following on with the company’s ‘Eye-care’ initiative, encompassing models such as the GW2760HS, the key feature here is a ‘flicker-free’ (Pulse Width Modulation free) WLED backlight. This accompanies a 24” or 27” AU Optronics VA (Vertical Alignment) panel with 1920 x 1080 resolution and 60Hz refresh rate. ... Read More
 
REVIEW – BenQ BL2710PT – a 2560 x 1440 AHVA solution

REVIEW – BenQ BL2710PT – a 2560 x 1440 AHVA solution

Several months ago we reported on what we thought was a new type of VA (Vertical Alignment) panel in production that provides a resolution of 2560 x 1440 rather than the usual 1920 x 1080. As it transpires it is simply a larger version of the AHVA (Advanced Hyper Viewing Angle) panels seen on some ... Read More
 
REVIEW – Dell U2414H – a stylish UltraSharp model

REVIEW – Dell U2414H – a stylish UltraSharp model

Dell’s UltraSharp series has traditionally gone for the substance over style approach, with features, stand ergonomics and image quality top of the agenda. Some of the more recent launches have introduced gently rounded corners to give the displays a slightly more ‘homely’ look. The U2414H pays attention to the trend towards super-slim bezels, maximising the ... Read More
 
REVIEW – BenQ XL2420TE – 144Hz flicker-free

REVIEW – BenQ XL2420TE – 144Hz flicker-free

BenQ have unveiled a new 24” gaming monitor at the MLG (Major League Gaming) Spring Championship in California, an event that ran from June 28th until June 30th. The BenQ XL2420TE is an upgraded version of the much-loved XL2420T. Aesthetically the 20TE is very similar to the 20T with the same 24” screen, red accents, ... Read More
 
REVIEW – Dell P Series revamped with ‘14H’ IPS models

REVIEW – Dell P Series revamped with ‘14H’ IPS models

The Dell P (Professional) series has traditionally been overshadowed by the UltraSharp series, not least by the use of TN rather than IPS panels. Dell have revamped their P series to include 5 new models; P2014H (20″), P2214H (21.5”), P2314H (23”), P2414H (23.8”) and P2714H (27”). As you would expect from this monitor series the ... Read More
 
REVIEW – Samsung S24C570HL with AD-PLS panel

REVIEW – Samsung S24C570HL with AD-PLS panel

Samsung’s PLS (Plane to Line Switching) panel technology has allowed the company to compete head on with LG’s IPS (In Plane Switching) at the mid to upper end of the consumer monitor market. At the lower end IPS is currently the dominant technology. Cheaper IPS models are now fairly ubiquitous and used by a plethora ... Read More