My favorite five:

Best 5 LCD monitors

Matthew Elliott

Section Editor

(Jul 06, 2008) The five LCD monitors listed below represent our favorite productivity-minded flat panels, regardless of screen size. Odds are you're shopping for a flat-panel display with a particular size (and budget) in mind, so use the models here as benchmarks for alternatives you may be considering. And check out the lists to the left for the top LCDs by screen size.

Dell UltraSharp 2408WFP

The 24-inch Dell UltraSharp 2408WFP display delivers across the board in performance, design, and features. It excelled with movies and games, making it not only an excellent choice as an entertainment display, but also great for everyday Windows tasks.
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Price: $599.00 - $599.00 (check prices)

Filed in: Best 5 LCD monitors, Best LCD monitors (23 inches and above)

Dell SP2208WFP

The Dell SP2208WFP is a versatile 22-inch display monitor that delivers outstanding overall performance and a pleasing design for a price that's hard to beat.
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Price: $299.00 - $299.00 (check prices)

Filed in: Best 5 LCD monitors, Best LCD monitors (21 and 22 inch)

Gateway XHD3000 Monitor (30-inch)

Although it costs more than competing 30-inch LCDs, the Gateway XHD3000 goes a long way toward justifying its high price with a long list of features and outstanding performance.
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Price: $1,449.99 - $1,699.99 (check prices)

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HP W2007

It's not chock full o' features, but the 20-inch HP w2007 keeps things simple by serving up attractive looks and a rock-solid image.
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Price: $258.97 - $280.00 (check prices)

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Samsung 2232GW

The Samsung 2232GW delivers where it counts with excellent image quality, but Dell has a 22-inch LCD that delivers the same level of performance and more features for less money.
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Price: $359.99 - $359.99 (check prices)