AOC takes wraps off of 22-inch LED-backlit V22 Verfino display

AOC has been slowly but surely delivering solid, cost-efficient HDTVs / displays in the run-up to CES 2009, and while the 2230Fm HD3 and 2230Fh that it'll be showcasing aren't entirely new, the V22 Verfino (pictured) definitely is. All three of the aforementioned units are part of the outfit's new Gamer Certified displays series, with the newest of the bunch packing a LED-backlit 22-inch panel (1,680 x 1,050), 100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, a 2-millisecond response time and an HDMI input to boot. There's no price set just yet on the early 2009-bound screen, but judging by AOC's history, we'd wager that it'll be priced attractively. Full release and specifications are after the break.

AOC takes wraps off of 22-inch LED-backlit V22 Verfino display

AOC's New Displays Take Gaming to Another Level

The AOC Gamer Certified Series of displays offers the fastest response times and everything gamers need to get the most out of their gaming experience

Fremont, CA, 2008 – AOC has launched their Gamer Certified series of displays designed to offer the latest in graphic technologies geared toward today's high definition, fast moving games.
AOC's Gamer Certified displays allow gamers to view HD games the way designers intended. All AOC Gamer Certified displays offer high contrast ratios and industry leading 2ms response times with DCR (dynamic contrast ratio) control, HDMI inputs and gaming modes for adjusting them to meet gamer needs on any HD game, whether it be on a console or PC.
For Gamers who need the latest:
AOC's 2230Fh leads the way with a 22" display, 20,000:1 contrast ratio and 2ms response time wrapped in a sleek designer bezel. AOC's 2230Fh is the gaming monitor of choice by the Underground Gaming Series Tournament and received rave reviews for its performance, design and price point.
For Gamers who want more:
AOC's award winning 2230Fm HD3 Display offers the same gaming experience as the 2230Fh, but adds a 4-in-1 memory card reader and built-in multi-media player for playing movies with NO PC REQUIRED. It has created a new category as a multi-functional display useful for business applications, gaming, movies, or showing off digital photos directly on an HD display.
The Next Step for extreme Gamers:
AOC is breaking into the WLED market with their V22 which will launch early in 2009. This ultra-thin display offers HDMI inputs, 100,000:1 contrast ratio and industry leading 2ms response time. This display is for gamers who demand the best in graphics and performance, but also prefer a display that offers the latest in thin display technology at an affordable price.
"AOC's Gamer Certified series of displays are all designed to offer the fastest response times for eliminating ghostly images and high contrast ratios truly show the detail of today's HD games," said Robert Velez, Marketing Manager for AOC. "With our experience as one of the world's largest display manufacturers AOC is able to take proven technologies and offer them for an affordable price. We believe that gamers should be able to play on displays that allow them to get the full experience when playing HD games as the game designers intended; crisp, clear and blur-free," added Velez.
Product Specification Highlights (for all AOC Gamer Certified HD Displays):
• Contrast ratio – 12,000:1 through 100,000:1
• HDMI inputs
• 2ms ultra-fast response time
• Dynamic contrast ratio control
• 22" dispalys


About AOC Gamer Certified Displays
AOC's Gamer Certified (GC Series) displays allow you to immerse yourself in games the way their designers intended. GC Series displays offer brilliant design and performance with industry leading 2 ms response times, dynamic contrast ratio control and gaming modes for the ultimate gaming experience. You won't miss a beat as every visual element comes alive with crisp graphic detail, high contrast ratios and no ghostly images slowing down the action.
AOC, Clearly How Games are Meant to be Played
About AOC
AOC is a leader of HD display technology for Monitors, TVs and Multi-functional Displays backed by over 40 years of design and manufacturing experience. AOC has earned a reputation for selling user-friendly, technologically advanced displays with every aspect of AOC's business focusing on the development of products that fit seamlessly into consumers' digital lifestyle.
AOC, Clearly HD

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2008 11:34AM]

"AOC, Clearly How Games are Meant to be Played"
Why aren't Nvidia's lawyers all over this line?

[ran Posted Dec 19th 2008 12:47PM]

Because NVIDIA's slogan is "The way it's meant to be played."

Plus monitors are a complement to video cards.

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2008 12:55PM]

I didn't say it was the exact same slogan, just close enough to be an issue.
Also, Nvidia tries distinguishes itself as a top mark brand (sometimes failing in quality of late). AOC doesn't really have that kind of image.

[musicguy Posted Dec 19th 2008 11:39AM]

Haha, take that Apple.

Who wants to bet that it's a lot cheaper than the new Apple "Cinema" display.

[musicguy Posted Dec 19th 2008 11:41AM]

Yeah I just noticed there's a 2" difference between the two. Still.

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2008 11:58AM]

it's also 1920x1200, compared to AOC's 1680x1050. possible deal-breaker for HD afficionados.

[Kizorblade Posted Dec 19th 2008 11:59AM]

"There's no price set just yet on the early 2009-bound screen"

[ran Posted Dec 19th 2008 12:46PM]

Also Apple's display is H-IPS and this... not likely.

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2008 11:42AM]

I work for the Shizack or Radios...
We have been selling AOC for a while now, side by side Samsung 720p TVs. Granted, the Samsungs are superior, but for the extreme value HDTV lineup, AOC would definitely be one of the best in the $400-500 32in category. Even the menu access/input toggling speed that plagues the value priced TVs on the market, the AOC has no problems with. Sell them in total confidence.

[Jamus Posted Dec 19th 2008 1:08PM]

I agree about the bang-for-the-buck.

I picked up one of the 22" AOC models from one of New Egg's xmas deals. Menus and remote are just godawful bad, but the picture is much better than I expected for a $219 720p tv.

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 20th 2008 5:20AM]

Totally agree. I've got an AOC 22" that got very favourable reviews, and while there are some minor problems (backlight bleeding in the centre of the picture on black images) it's a very good value for money monitor. Also have a 4:3 17" AOC from many moons ago, and I think I've even used an AOC CRT a decade ago.

Bottom line is they're very good value for money. Shame I haven't been overly impressed by LED backlighting, but I'm happy to see some progression in the value sector of monitors.

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2008 11:58AM]

Mmm now that's some tastey gloss. Those are some cool displays

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2008 12:33PM]

Well, I gotta say, the red stripe may be a bit tacky (Touch of Color Samsungs to a new level I guess?), it definitely caught my eye a bit more than a full glossy black monitor would have. Interesting to see how this performs.

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2008 2:26PM]

There's also an integrated webcam... tempting...

Here's a German link to the product in green as well: http://www.prad.de/en/guide/screen4812.html

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2008 1:51PM]

Where are the brightness controls? And what's with that 56hz refresh rate?

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 21st 2008 11:35AM]

I remember the time when the most expensive displays had a 3000:1 contrast ratio.