Monitors

Samsung SyncMaster XL2370

Despite its lack of ergonomic features, the 23-inch, LED-backlit SyncMaster XL2370 is a great monitor. Not only is it beautifully designed, with an exceptionally thin and light chassis, but its performance is rather splendid too, handling games and movies with equal aplomb

Editor's rating 8.0

ViewSonic VG2427wm

The 24-inch VG2427wm monitor sports a 1080p resolution, a host of ergonomic features and three USB ports. Its chassis doesn't feel as solid as we'd like, but there's no denying that the VG2427wm is capable of impressive performance with games and movies. Overall, it's a decent monitor

Editor's rating 7.1

HP w2558hc

Its viewing angles are disappointing and its gaming preset is too bright, but the 25.5-inch HP w2558hc makes up for it by packing in tonnes of features and offering good performance with movies and games. It's an attractive beast too, even if it is a fingerprint magnet

Editor's rating 7.4

Acer G24

The 24-inch G24 isn't a fantastic all-rounder, and its viewing angle is fairly unforgiving, but it could be just the ticket for those seeking a gaming monitor. Thanks to its high-gloss panel, colours look vibrant and smooth, and high-speed games feel more responsive than on competitors

Editor's rating 7.0

Samsung SyncMaster P2370

Considering that the 23-inch SyncMaster P2370 wouldn't look out of place in a contemporary art gallery, this remarkably thin and light monitor is surprisingly inexpensive. Sporting a 1080p resolution, its overall performance is very good too, although it could do better with movies

Editor's rating 7.1

Dell G2410

The 24-inch, LED-backlit Dell G2410 won't win any beauty contests, and its lack of ergonomic options is disappointing, but this is still a fantastic monitor. Its performance is incredible, especially with movies, and you won't have to remortgage your home to afford it

Editor's rating 8.1

Samsung SyncMaster 2233RZ

One of the first monitors with a 120Hz refresh rate, the attractive, 22-inch SyncMaster 2233RZ is the best choice if you're looking for a monitor that's compatible with Nvidia's GeForce 3D Vision gaming kit. It also offers excellent picture quality when watching movies

Editor's rating 7.3

Dell S2409W

Those seeking a cheap, 24-inch, 1080p monitor will probably be more than satisfied with the S2409W. It boasts great performance with games and movies, and an elegant and intuitive on-screen display, although ergonomic features have been sacrificed to keep the price down

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 7.1

Dell SP2309W

The 23-inch SP2309W monitor offers excellent performance, a unique and intuitive on-screen display, good connectivity and a high 2,048x1,152-pixel resolution. It handles movies and games equally well and, although there is some backlight bleeding, it's a great monitor at an affordable price

Editor's rating 8.2

Lenovo ThinkVision L1940p

With a practical and elegant design, the 19-inch ThinkVision L1940p LCD monitor is a great overall performer, and is especially good at handling movies, although picture quality could be better when running games. Despite offering a lower resolution than some rivals, the L1940p has the edge

Editor's rating 7.1

ViewSonic VX1962wm

The ViewSonic VX1962wm monitor is a sleek, 19-inch display with good gaming performance and unusually high resolution at 1,680x1,050 pixels. It has its fair share of problems, however, including a relatively high £145 price tag. Find out if this could be the monitor for you

Editor's rating 6.5

Samsung SyncMaster T240HD

With tonnes of connection options, including two HDMI ports and an ATSC/QAM tuner, great performance and useful features, the Samsung SyncMaster T240HD display is an excellent bargain. We do have a few gripes with brightness and colour, but the sharp text makes up for it. All in all, it's a steal for what you get

User rating 7.0

Editor's rating 8.0

BenQ V2400W

With its offset neck and thin chassis, the 24-inch BenQ V2400W flat-panel monitor presents a unique look. While you may have to manually adjust it, its low price and strong performance combined with the sleek design earn this 24-inch LCD our recommendation for home or office use

Editor's rating 7.4

Dell UltraSharp 2408WPF

The Dell UltraSharp 2408WPF 24-inch monitor is an outstanding performer. It delivers fantastic DVD playback images, making it a great choice for an entertainment display. Whether you're looking at games, DVDs or HD movies, this monitor doesn't drop the ball

User rating 3.0

Editor's rating 8.7

Dell Crystal

If you're buying on an expense account to fill a boardroom, the Dell Crystal provides a striking -- if costly -- option. This 22-inch LCD has a tempered glass design and the monitor itself produces strong image quality on a range of colours using DVD and Blu-ray

Editor's rating 6.6

Samsung SyncMaster T220

The Samsung SyncMaster T220 makes a strong case for those who want a great-looking monitor but aren't looking for too many flashy features. This monitor features the company's new 'rose black' bezel design and gives a good performance both for gaming and watching a film

Editor's rating 7.0

Samsung SyncMaster 305T

Good choices for 30-inch monitors are few and far between, so the Samsung SyncMaster 305T is an excellent place to start. For a display so large, it has a relatively small footprint. Performance-wise, it's capable of showing sharp, vivid colours on documents, films and games

Editor's rating 7.7

Dell SP2208WFP

Excelling in testing and delivering outstanding results with DVDs and games, the Dell SP2208WFP monitor is a winner. For scenarios where it'll perform double duty as a productivity and an entertainment display, we highly recommend this LCD monitor

Editor's rating 8.4

HP w2408h

At 24 inches, the HP w2408h monitor is certainly large, but it's also gorgeous. Cleverly and thoughtfully designed, it can rotate to accomodate a portrait orientation, handy for surfing the Web. Its impressive image quality and high resolution make it great for watching 1080p high-definition movies

Editor's rating 8.5

BenQ G2400W

Big PC monitors are in these days, and with its 24 inches of space, the BenQ G2400W monitor is a simple and attractive option. It features technology that adjusts the monitor depending on whether you're viewing photos, films or documents, making it great for everyday use

Editor's rating 7.0