Viewsonic VAx16 LCDs

Viewsonic today used the opportunity of an education expo to update its Value Series LCDs with three new models. The two high-end models, the 19-inch widescreen VA1916w and the standard-ratio VA916, each bring dynamic contrast to a segment that rarely gets such an option: the backlight can automatically dim to raise the contrast ratio up to 2,000:1 for bolder colors. Each is also quick enough for games and movies with 5ms pixel response, according to ViewSonic's estimates. Brightness is rated at 300 nits. A third display, the 17-inch VA1716w, relies on a static 500:1 contrast ratio and 250-nit brightness but adopts the widescreen format for movie watchers or two-page spreads.

All three have thin bezels for multi-monitor setups and are certified to work with Windows Vista Basic as well as Mac OS X and most other operating systems. The smaller VA1716w is due to arrive in July for $209, while the 19-inch screens will ship in August at $229 for the wider VA1916w and $239 for the VA916.

By Electronista Staff