Dell gets official on 2707WFP 27-inch LCD

We knew it was coming, and then we knew it was coming, but now we know it's here. Dell's 2707WFP 27-incher just got official. Along with all those specs we've already blown by you, like 1920 x 1200 resolution, 1,000:1 contrast ratio and a 6ms response time, the display features Dell TrueColor Wide Cold-Cathode Fluorescent Lighting, a 9-in-2 media card reader, that beveled glass base that has people talking -- mixed reviews so far -- and a solid aluminum chasis. Dell also packed in a height-adjustable stand with tilt and swivel, along with four USB 2.0 ports. The monitor is available now, with a $1,399 pricetag.

[r2dtech @ Jan 9th 2007 2:32PM]

At that price, they are crazy.

[justin @ Jan 9th 2007 2:20PM]

awesome! i'll take 3 :D

[JSK @ Jan 9th 2007 2:26PM]

Why? You can get the 3007wfp for almost that same price.

Unless this price is dropped by retails soon, I dont see the benefit.

[LDM @ Jan 11th 2007 7:31PM]

JSK-
Main advantage I see is this one has more than just a Dual-link DVI Connection, so you can directly hook up your DVD player, PS3, or whatever you want.

I currently have the 24inch model, and love the Picture in Picture for watching TV while Instant Messaging, and also use it to watch TV/DVD in fullscreen mode without my computer on.

Not sure if it's worth the extra money though. (30" is cheaper on Dell Business right now)

[cumulus @ Jan 9th 2007 2:32PM]

Lame, 1920x1200 is hardly enough resolution on the 24". I guess this one is for the old and blind.

[rxr3 @ Jan 10th 2007 9:55AM]

Agreed. I can't push my 24" back on my desk far enough to even take that all in. When is Dell going to come out with a 1920x1200 20" widescreen? The technology exists on the D820 in a much smaller screen.

[RyanTV @ Jan 9th 2007 4:07PM]

For this price, why not just get the 30" display?

[zb @ Jan 9th 2007 5:54PM]

At this size, 1920 x 1200 is simply lame, less then 84dpi. For comparison Dell's own 3007WFP gives about 100dpi and a 6yr old Thinkpad A21p gives 133dpi. So, knowing that 130dpi as the first density at which eye strain actually disappears, this monitor can give quite a headache. Looks like Dell repacked some really old technology into an over-bulked case.

[Ricky @ Jan 9th 2007 3:47PM]

It is currently more expensive than the 30". But in the 2707WFP's defense, where the 30" has 1 input (DVI), it has 4 (DVI,VGA,COMPONENT,COMPOSITE). Makes a good all-in-one display that can support tv, gaming, and computing for small households.

[Sam @ Jan 9th 2007 5:20PM]

Okay so let's see..a pair of glasses at the drug store for $9.99, or even a decent RX pair from your optician for $75 to $250...or let's be stupid and buy the 27" monitor for $1399. I beleive Dell will be very sorry with this one. While there are enough stupid people around to get suckered into buying this, there surely are not as many idiots that have the $1399 to put out on this. Buy a 30" and a pair of glasses or if you are below 40 years of age..just buy the 30". It's about desktop real-estate..not size of the monitor.

[spankie @ Jan 9th 2007 5:42PM]

I've been waiting for this for a while... now that I see the price I can order the westinghouse 37w3 without regret

[Britton @ Jan 9th 2007 6:13PM]

Sam:

It isn't "all about desktop real estate". It depends on your planned usage. People can use this as their second TV/PC monitor (I have a 24" in my bedroom, serves as a nice TV when I'm not using it as a PC) and when watching TV from across the room the SIZE matters, not the desktop real estate.

This seems perfectly designed for dual use as PC/TV given the inputs and the pretty case (aluminum and glass look much better than the standard plastic). Too pricy though.

[futurepastnow @ Jan 9th 2007 4:49PM]

"For this price, why not just get the 30" display?"

The 30" only has a single DVI input. This has DVI, VGA, component, etc.

It looks like the "DELL" logo is just screen-printed on the aluminum bezel. If it is, it should be easy to remove...this will be a good looking monitor without it.

[Max Mindel @ Jan 10th 2007 4:56AM]

I have seen many people who work with their LCD monitors in a lower resolution than the native resolution that the monitor was designed for..so things don't look so good. This is perfect for that type of user. This is a good alternative for people who need less pixels per inch and thus would like to have an easier time reading what is on their display.

[Sam @ Jan 9th 2007 6:32PM]

Spankie is right...So if you need this for presentation or because you have a serious vision impairment, get the Westinghouse 37w3. It's under $1200 including shipping at Pricegrabber. But the best of all it's a whopping 37 inches. I wouldn't be surprised is another 10 manufacturers or OEMs jumped into the bandwagon and offered similar for even a tad less. Oh, and if you wait six months form what I understand, all LCD panels including computer monitors, will drop significantly in price. I think it will be worth the wait.

[Sam @ Jan 9th 2007 7:51PM]

Britton, while that makes sense, I feel it is only so in fantasyland. You hit the nail on the head in the end "TOO PRICY...". Amen. It would work if this was the same price or maybe even $100 to $150 more than a 27" TV. But at $1399, you can buy your 27" TV for under $500 (and far less if you are willing to wait 4 to 6 months), and a damn nice 24" for $674 (on sale now) and be able to watch TV and work with your computer at the same time (back in mid December you could buy a 24" Dell 2407WFP refurb for $599). Then take the $225 you saved (even more if you have patience) and buy yourself one of the new and awesome AppleTV boxes which are $295.

[sunhak @ Jan 9th 2007 10:02PM]

or you can get a acer 26" for half the price..