We reviewed the 2707WFP 27″ UltraSharp LCD from Dell last October, and we were very pleased with it’s performance. Today, we’re taking a quick look at the Dell SP2208WFP 22″ LCD. It has a built-in webcam, and an HDMI port for connecting a high definition source. Does it lack any other features users have come to love? Read on to find out.
The SP2208WFP has a slew of inputs: the aforementioned HDMI port, a DVI-D port with HDCP, and analog VGA. The 22″ monitor has a resolution of 1680×1050 with a contrast ratio of 2000:1 and a 2ms response time, excellent for gamers. You also have the ability to connect a soundbar to the bottom of the monitor, complimenting it’s silver design. There’s also a built-in 4-port USB 2.0 hub.

We were very fond of the monitor’s color performance but we didn’t like the limited viewing angle. We also didn’t like that the stand wasn’t height adjustable or that the monitor cannot be used in portrait mode. No ghosting was visible in our gaming performance tests, thanks to the fast 2ms response time.

It would have been nice if the panel had a higher (1920×1200) resolution for HD sources connected through the DVI or HDMI connections. The built-in webcam was a nice touch however, eliminating the need for bulky external versions.

The Dell SP2208WFP monitor is available from Dell starting at $299, a steal for those still with a huge CRT monitor.

Pros

• Built-in webcam.
• High contrast ratio and response time.
• HDMI port for connecting high definition sources.
• Great performance.

Cons

• Non-height adjustable stand.
• Limited viewing angle.

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