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Dell S2409W
$380.00
Released August, 2008
The Pros:VGA, DVI, HDMI inputs all included. Well priced for this segment. Dell 3 Year Limited Warranty (4th and 5th year available).
The Cons:Uses TN panel technology which isn't the best - fast and cheap at the expense of limited colour range, poor viewing angles. Glossy monitor frame reflects picture. Poor stand, lacks stability and ergonomic features.
Dell's S2409W is a 24-inch LCD, full HD flat screen monitor. It hosts a 1920x1080-pixel (full HD/1080p) resolution and is primarily intended for use as a computer monitor (although it also hosts the ability to perform as a general HD media display screen).
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The S2409W features VGA, DVI and HDMI inputs and supports DHCP for the ability to play security protected content (which is common on many Blueray discs). The Dell S2409W has a fast response time of 5ms, a 1000:1 contrast ratio and sharp resolution through 0.276mm dot pitch.
Features
- 24-inch LCD flat screen
- Full HD/1080p resolution (1920x1080-pixel)
- VGA, DVI and HDMI inputs
- DHCP support
- 5ms response time
- 1000:1 contrast ratio
- 0.276mm dot pitch
- Extremely easy to navigate menu
- Input changing with 1 button (for example: Switch between your PC desktop, an xbox 360, and a PS3 without going into the menu)
According to the http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/panelsearch.htm :
- Model: Dell S2409W
- Response Time: 5ms
- Panel: 24"WS AU Optronics TN Film (M240HW01 V0)
So if we search for the panel mode we will find BenQ equivalent - BenQ M2400HD but notice that BenQ model got builtin speakers and usb connectors and some camera.
User Reviews (22)
Pros & Cons
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VGA, DVI, HDMI inputs all included
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Well priced for this segment
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8
Dell 3 Year Limited Warranty (4th and 5th year available)
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5
16:9 ratio means no weird scaling is required for video and game content
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capable of displaying full 1080p media
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5
native 16:9 aspect ratio is ideal for watching movies
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Crystal clear picture on any setting
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TN panel is well suitable for gaming and movies, no blurring at all
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Flat-black finish (good for those who find a glossy finish distracting)
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Ability to switch to 16:10 from its native 16:9
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Uses TN panel technology which isn't the best - fast and cheap at the expense of limited colour range, poor viewing angles
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4
Glossy monitor frame reflects picture
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poor stand, lacks stability and ergonomic features
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Lacks component or composite input
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native 16:9 aspect ratio is poor for office productivity and web surfing
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Loss of vertical resolution to achieve 16:9 ratio
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Will never order another Dell product
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Dude, you're gettin' a dell. With a monitor like this for this price you HAVE to buy it!
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-6
Very poor quality. Return policy poor.
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Comments (3)
jamesm:
#dell_s2409w Very poor quality. Has a graph paper pattern in the background. Could not return for refund because I called for return instructions 6 days late. I will never purchase another Dell product.
May 27, 09
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ef:
#dell_s2409w I've had monitors ranging from a 15 inch CRT to a 26 inch Asus and nothing has EVER compared to this monitor, which is in the same price range as monitors inches smaller with half the price. I've had this for months and have never had a single problem, and have a guarantee that if anything goes wrong or even one pixel is damaged I will receive a new monitor.
I've used this with my bluray player, desktop, xbox 360, and I am going to purchase a second one to use as a smaller widescreen TV with the HDMI!!!
Get this while its available!
Oct 28, 08
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