45 Watt - 48.9 Watt LCD Monitors

The Bottom Line: The ViewSonic VP2365wb has solid performance, but its low brightness gives images an overall dull look.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 23 in - Widescreen, 1920 x 1080, 14 ms

The Bottom Line: The ViewSonic VX2433wm is a low-priced monitor with acceptable performance for everyday tasks.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 24 in - Widescreen, 1920 x 1080, 0.271 mm, 2 ms

The Bottom Line: The ViewSonic VG2427wm has a good assortment of ergonomic options and great performance, but its asking price is just a bit too high to recommend.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 24 in - Widescreen, 1920 x 1080, 0.2715 mm, 5 ms

The Bottom Line: The HP 2009m is a good-looking 20-inch display with enough features to make it well worth its low price.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 20 in - Widescreen, 1600 x 900 / 60 Hz, 0.2768 mm, 5 ms

The Bottom Line: The Lenovo L215p is a high-performing, low-priced 16:9 monitor with some useful features.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 21.5 in - Widescreen, 1920 x 1080 / 60 Hz, 0.248 mm, 5 ms

The Bottom Line: The ViewSonic VX2265wm FuHzion's compatibly with stereoscopic 3D gaming is its only saving grace. Its lack of features, however, makes it impossible to recommend.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 22 in - Widescreen, 1680 x 1050, 0.282 mm, 3 ms

The Bottom Line: The Samsung T220 might be the most stylish LCD monitor we've seen, but average feature set and performance diminish its overall appeal. Despite its flashy looks, it's best used as a simple, productivity display.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 22 in - Widescreen, 1680 x 1050 / 60 Hz, 0.282 mm, 2 ms

The Bottom Line: For its intended use--as a second productivity monitor--the LG L206WU is a smart choice for its unique USB connectivity despite its narrow viewing angle.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 20 in - Widescreen, 1680 x 1050 / 75 Hz, 0.258 mm, 2 ms

The Bottom Line: The 22-inch ViewSonic VX2255wmb features a wide-screen display framed by a consumer-friendly, piano-black bezel, but it lacks the extra video ports consumers can rightfully expect to find on an LCD these days. Its image quality is excellent, however, and it boasts a built-in Webcam and microphone.

Specs: LCD display / TFT active matrix, 22 in - Widescreen, 1680 x 1050, 0.282 mm, 3 ms

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