24″ LCD Roundup
LCD monitors have become bigger in size since the first displays marked a new era in computer monitors just over a decade ago. Today, we'll be taking a look at two similarly priced 24" LCDs from NEC (above left) and HP (above right).
HP LP2465
Most of HP's largest monitors are marketed towards businesses, and the LP2465 is no different. It offers two DVI inputs but no VGA input - we have no clue why they made this decision, but it was a bad choice. Most business computers only provide a VGA output and using a DVI monitor would require the use of an adapter.
The LP2465 has a high 1000:1 contrast ratio, and a response time of 6ms - which is great for gaming. The screen can be tilted, swiveled, and adjusted height-wise as well as pivoted for portrait viewing. HP was also kind enough to build in a 4 port USB hub.
In performance, the LP2465 was amazing. Movies and games looked great on the display and color was accurate. In addition, since this is an office monitor, text looked sharp and crisp.
One feature missing left us somewhat disappointed, a built-in memory card reader. For $700+, this monitor could have offered more.
NEC MultiSync LCD2470WNX
The LCD2470WNX is NEC's biggest monitor in the MultiSync 70 series and it doesn't disappoint. Unlike the HP LP2465, the NEC has both DVI and VGA inputs, and offers the same built-in 4 port USB hub.
The NEC also had a 1000:1 contrast ratio, and a 6ms response time. It also had the same amount of brightness and costs nearly the same! We loved the built-in cable management system of the 2470WNX as it pretty much disguised the cables from our view. NEC was also smart enough to build in a four-way ergonomic stand which allows for pivot, height adjustments, and a very nice swivel function which is very similar to a lazy susan.
Out of the box, the display required no adjustment to the settings with NEC's No Touch Auto Adjust feature. Inside the box, the 2470WNX came with all required cables, no need to spend more on a DVI or USB cable.
Performance-wise, the 2470WNX is truly 'the' best LCD display we've ever used. No ghosting, great performance, all in a sleek black or white package. The only thing missing is a built-in memory card reader, but for what it lacks, the NEC LCD2470WNX makes up in other features.
Final Verdicts
HP LP2465
Pros
- Excellent performance.
- High contrast ratio.
- Fast response time for games.
Cons
- No VGA connecton.
- No memory card reader.
Final Verdict
4 out of 5 stars.
NEC MultiSync LCD2470WNX
Pros
- Great performance.
- Nice ergonomic stand.
- Intuitive cable management.
- No adjustment needed.
Cons
- No memory card reader.
Final Verdict
5 out of 5 stars.
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I know this review must be quite old, but I just had to correct a major mistake by the reviewer. The HP LP2465 has two DVI-I inputs which allows mr. reviewer to hook up two computers using either two digital, two analog or one of each cable.
HP actually ships the monitor with two DVI-to-DVI cables and two DVI-to-VGA cables so there's absolutely no need to buy an adapter. If anything, this one allows for a greater choice of hookup options out of the box than the NEC does.
The stand of the HP monitor incorporates cable management just like the NEC (just remove the rubbery part and the cables fits neatly underneath it).
What I meant was that the NEC had a better cable management system because it was easier to use. I had a hard time fitting the cables in the HP's system.