17 in LCD Monitors

The Bottom Line: Get a first look at HP's new 17-inch LCD monitor.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 17 in, 1280 x 1024 / 60 Hz, Silver, 0.264 mm, 5 ms

The Bottom Line: The no-frills Xerox XR3-17Gs is about as basic a 17-inch LCD as you'll find; it's a good fit for those who want a stylish monitor on a budget, but better flat panels are available for the same price.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 17 in, 1280 x 1024 / 75 Hz, 0.264 mm, 8 ms

The Bottom Line: The HP vs17 is one of many average-performing, general use LCD monitors; however, its low price and built-in speakers make it worth considering.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 17 in, 1280 x 1024 / 75 Hz, 0.264 mm, 16 ms

The Bottom Line: With an attractive design, ample adjustability options, and great image quality, the Dell UltraSharp 1707FP is one of the best 17-inch LCD monitors. We're especially impressed with its low price.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 17 in, 1280 x 1024 / 60 Hz, Silver, 0.264 mm, 8 ms

The Bottom Line: Most 17-inch monitors can't match the NEC MultiSync LCD1770VX's clean appearance and ease of use; however, so-so image quality limits the NEC's appeal.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 17 in, 1280 x 1024 / 76 Hz, 0.264 mm, 8 ms

The Bottom Line: The Envision EN7600 won't break any molds, but it performs reasonably well, and it's inexpensive.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 17 in, 1280 x 1024 / 75 Hz, 0.264 mm, 12 ms

The Bottom Line: In the L1706, HP offers an affordable flat panel with satisfactory image quality, but the display lacks any extra adjustability and inputs. The L1706 will serve office workers well, but other more-adjustable and better-performing monitors are available in the same price range.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 17 in, 1280 x 1024 / 75 Hz, Silver, 0.264 mm, 8 ms

The Bottom Line: The Sony SDM-S75AB doesn't offer much versatility or many multimedia features, but its text performance and basic design make it well suited to office work. However, you can find better options.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 17 in, 1280 x 1024, 12 ms

The Bottom Line: A 17-inch display as adjustable as the Planar PX1710M is a rarity. But similarly flexible displays with better overall quality are available for the same price.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 17 in, 1280 x 1024, 0.264 mm, 8 ms

The Bottom Line: The BenQ FP72G+S LCD offers good gaming performance and adjustability but inferior overall image quality.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 17 in, 1280 x 1024, 0.264 mm, 8 ms