Samsung's LED-backlit P2370L LCD monitor looks good for $399

Comically enough, Samsung didn't even bother telling us the panel size of its P2370L, but we'll go out on a limb and assume it's 23-inches diagonally based on the cryptic model name. The latest member of Sammy's Touch of Color family sports a LED backlight, a depth of just 0.65-inches, 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio, two-millisecond response time, DVI input, 1080p native resolution, a swivel stand and "Starlight" touch controls. If in fact we're looking at a 23-inch LED-backlit LCD for just $399, we'd say it's quite the bargain -- particularly when compared to Apple's 24-incher (which runs $899). Guess we'll find out when it ships later this quarter.

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[npChaos Posted Jan 14th 2009 12:16AM]

Meh, you guys sure like to argue about useless things. It was never stated that it was a professional grade monitor, and for $400, a 1080 23-incher with a super high contrast ratio is a pretty nice deal even if its TN. If its somehow S-IPS or S-PVA then woot, whatever that means it's an even better deal.

I have never really found anything wrong with TN panels as long as the price is right, if you are a professional then you would obvious be able to pay more for a monitor. That being said my last monitor (Samsung 204T) and my current monitor (Gateway FPD285W) are both S-PVA, I guess I'm just not looking hard enough or I'm not discerning enough.

[Information Central Posted Jan 14th 2009 4:20AM]

Contrast ratios are horseshit. There's no accepted standard, and most of them are essentially made up.

[AuDioFreaK39 Posted Jan 14th 2009 12:20AM]

Hmm, I wonder how this compares to my new 23" Samsung 2343BWX 16:9 Ultra-Widescreen 2048x1152

[Veraxus Posted Jan 14th 2009 12:24AM]

But does it sport 3D-friendly 120hz refresh rates?

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 14th 2009 11:54AM]

yeah Samsung is sending us weird $400 LCD vibes

SyncMaster 2233RZ (the 120Hz one)
or
SyncMaster P2370L (LED backlit)

[Bruf Posted Jan 14th 2009 12:40AM]

I don't know why people always criticize Apple's new LED Cinema Display, I mean we don't even have to care about it because it's not like we can use it, it only has that unique mini DisplayPort connector that nobody's computer can even hookup to. Sure, they'll eventually have an adapter but heck, competitors like Samsung, HP and Dell will also offer LED backlit displays in masse and we'll all be able to enjoy the same technology for a lot less money.

I really like the design of ACDs, it's unique and sleek, you also have the webcam and sound hooked up with only one cable, which is neat, but the fact that only the new unibody Macbooks can use it makes this a non-factor for 90% of us and even if it's expensive as hell, I don't really care frankly.

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 14th 2009 12:51AM]

Apple cinema display is still the best, offering the best in performance and buildquality

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 14th 2009 1:43AM]

Oh sweet mother of lord.

[Elideb Posted Jan 14th 2009 6:07AM]

I misread "Apple cinema display is still the best, offering the best in performance and bullshit", I had to agree and wonder about the low ranking. Then I realized my mistake...

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 14th 2009 1:35AM]

Does it have that AWFUL red touch of color crap???? AWFUL !!! AWFUL !!!AWFUL !!!

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 14th 2009 2:24AM]

Bummer! I JUST got a Samsung T240HD 24" for $400. I would love to pick this up instead...

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 14th 2009 4:47AM]

The new HP LP2480zx 24" LED backlit monitor is $1,000.00 off until the end of Janurary 2009. It's still an extreamly expensive monitor even at the sale price of $2,500.00

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 14th 2009 3:42AM]

does anyone know any other LED monitors (23"-24") ? accept apple and view sonic!!!

when is the Samsung going to be in stores ?

[devon Posted Apr 1st 2009 12:14PM]

BestBuy has this monitor in stock now.

[(Unverified) Posted Apr 2nd 2009 11:45AM]

wow
thanks for letting me know
but it was spouse to be in LED technology
and over there its look like its just a regular LCD

[Elideb Posted Jan 14th 2009 6:10AM]

I'm still waiting for the 16:9 monitors Samsung announced in Summer and Autumn 2008 to arrive to Europe. By the time this one comes here OLED will be an established technology (in places other than Europe, of course).

[solmar Posted Jan 14th 2009 8:41AM]

Where I live, a 24" Samsung TN non-LED costs around US$300-$400 (no LED yet). The Apple Cinema display costs around $1000++ (along with other fancy S-whatever displays, non-LED). What do you get for paying 3x more? Better viewing angles, better colors (blacks, whites, etc). Hmm. Not much more, really. So, for the average Joe (who's not a snobby pro, full of snide remarks for the non-pro), what's he going to buy, especially with the economy in it's current state?

If my livelihood depended on it (or better yet my employer paid for it) of course I'd get the better monitor. But for so little return for so much $$$, I'd be out of my mind to go luxury when I don't exactly have the cash. Everyone knows they're clearly better, but for most of us, it's just not worth the huge hole in your wallet. Everyone knows a Lexus is better than a Civic, but most won't buy one.

I say it's great that manufacturers make affordable 24" monitors for "the rest of us", because that's what most of the market is made of, "the rest of us". Not too long ago, the 24" LCD market only had $1000+ fancy S-whatever models. I'm glad times have changed.

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 14th 2009 12:26PM]

that's when you buy a 24" CRT

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 14th 2009 6:08PM]

It sure would be nice if manufacturers listed the panel type in their specs.

[blairy Posted Jan 14th 2009 1:23PM]

Hamidxa,

Not sure if you are still reading this thread, but just in case, thanks for your detailed response to my question.

Given my scenario listed before, do you think I should upgrade to a IPS panel? My biggest gripe right now is that my Dell TN panel is 3 years old and the white just looks awful at it's highest bright setting. Will I notice much whiter whites with a IPS panel? Or would a new TN panel satisfy this need?

[Bandigolo Posted Jan 14th 2009 1:56PM]

I guess I'm missing the part of the article that reads "this is the perfect monitor for douchebag graphic artists that throw a hissy when the "black" comes out more "ebony" than it should."

If your profession depends on it, go spend $800 and comment about how awesome you are on renderosity. Else, please realize that a quality-built Sammy MSRP $400 23" LED 1080p monitor is totally sweet.

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 14th 2009 4:55PM]

So why exactly can't we have the contrast ratios like this monitor has plus a 10+ bit panel like they put in LCD TV's? Or why won't somebody come out with a 24-30 inch "TV" with these qualities so we can use it as a monitor?

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 15th 2009 1:04PM]

Apple got a nice gagget screen and im sure it works fine for more artist
but if u want full control of the screen including the back light colour
most will end up getting a RGB LED back light display

some of those screen even come with a calibration device u have to place on the screen to fully tune it