VGA (HD-15) CRT Monitors

The Bottom Line: The ViewSonic G220f is a large CRT that provides good mainstream performance, but serious graphics professionals should look elsewhere.

Specs: Display / CRT, 21 in, 2048 x 1536 / 68 Hz, 0.21 mm

The Bottom Line: The ThinkVision C190 offers good overall performance and streak-free images for gamers, but graphics pros should look for a monitor with more vivid color.

Specs: Display / CRT, 19 in, 1600 x 1200 / 75 Hz, 0.22 mm

The Bottom Line: Though CRTs are moving toward obsolescence, the NEC MultiSync FE992 offers good performance and a lot of screen real estate for a low price.

Specs: Display / CRT, 19 in, 1600 x 1200 / 75 Hz, 0.25 mm

The Bottom Line: This reasonably priced jumbo CRT performs well, but it's hard to adjust and lacking in pizzazz.

Specs: Display / CRT, 22 in, 1920 x 1440 / 76 Hz, 0.24 mm

The Bottom Line: For gamers and graphics pros who don't have $1,800 to spend on a top-of-the-line CRT, the IBM C220p offers a spacious, good-looking, modestly priced alternative.

Specs: Display / CRT, 22 in, 2048 x 1536 / 80 Hz, 0.24 mm

The Bottom Line: NEC's MultiSync FP912SB offers decent image quality and vibrant colors, but it's quite expensive for a 19-inch CRT.

Specs: Display / CRT, 19 in, 1920 x 1440 / 73 Hz, 0.24 mm

The Bottom Line: Compaq's fs7550 comes with a good pair of speakers and enough image quality for home or small-office use.

Specs: Display / CRT, 17 in, 1600 x 1200 / 65 Hz, 0.22 mm

The Bottom Line: The Samsung SyncMaster 957MB?s good image quality and multimedia enhancements justify its high price.

Specs: Display / CRT, 19 in, 1920 x 1440 / 64 Hz, 0.2 mm

The Bottom Line: ViewSonic's G90fb offers an easily adjustable picture at a reasonable price but not enough image quality for demanding users.

Specs: Display / CRT, 19 in, 1600 x 1200 / 77 Hz, 0.21 mm

The Bottom Line: Despite the 765 MB's mediocre image quality, this display is adequate for general business and home purposes.

Specs: Display / CRT, 17 in, 1600 x 1200 / 68 Hz, 0.2 mm