NEC Multisync LCD2470WNX (black)
Manufacturer: NEC Corporation Part number: LCD2470WNX-BK
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- Bottom Line:
- NEC's MultiSync LCD2470WNX has a higher-than-average price compared to other 24-inch displays, and we just don't see enough of a benefit in image quality to justify the added expense. Features like HDCP-compliance and an amazingly adjustable stand help it keep up with the competition, but for the price, this display needs to do more.
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CNET editors' review
NEC Multisync LCD2470WNX (black) price range: $599.24
- Reviewed by: Rich Brown
- Reviewed on: 10/09/2007
- Released on: 06/01/2007
The good: Naviset software brings most of the onscreen display options into Windows display properties; HDCP-compliant; built-in USB 2.0 hub; four-way adjustable stand.
The bad: Only minor performance gains for an expensive price tag.
The bottom line: NEC's MultiSync LCD2470WNX has a higher-than-average price compared to other 24-inch displays, and we just don't see enough of a benefit in image quality to justify the added expense. Features like HDCP-compliance and an amazingly adjustable stand help it keep up with the competition, but for the price, this display needs to do more.
NEC markets the $820 MultiSync LCD2470WNX as a higher-end widescreen display for enterprise customers. That price tag puts it on a higher plane than many other 24-inch displays that usually run about $600. NEC explained to us that it's because this monitor has higher-end technology than the less-expensive LCDs, but try as we might, we didn't see the payoff. The LCD2470WNX showed a very small uptick in image quality compared to other 24-inchers, and despite being intended for the office, it also has a few consumer-friendly features. But none of the image-quality improvements or extras were enough to convince us to pay more for this display that looks as good as others that cost much less.
Design
Similar to NEC's 19-inch Accusync display we reviewed recently, the LCD2470WNX has a nondescript black bezel. The four-way adjustable stand, however, is a stand-out feature of this display. You can tilt the screen, move it up and down, swivel it on its base, and rotate the screen into portrait mode.
The onscreen menu is also easy enough to navigate thanks to a small joystick among the other buttons. Better though, is that unlike the 19-inch Accusync, NEC's Naviset software actually works on this model. Naviset moves the on-screen menu to the Windows display properties screen, which means you can control your monitor's brightness, contrast, and other settings with your mouse. Naviset does not bring the color temperature controls to the desktop, but it does let you customize the display's preset modes for Gaming, Movies, Photos, etc.
Manufacturer's specs
Resolution: 1,920 x 1,200
Dot pitch: .27mm
Pixel-response rate: 6ms
Viewing angle: 176 degrees horizontal, 176 degrees vertical
Connectivity: Analog, digital, USB
Included VGA, DVI
Features
In addition to Naviset, the ostensibly office-oriented MultiSync LCD2470WNX also has a handful of consumer-friendly features. First, it's HDCP compliant, which means that you can use it to watch protected HD content. We're not sure how many offices use Blu-ray or HD DVD players for showing training movies, but at least you have the option. We suspect this capability might enhance the LCD2470WNX's appeal among consumers as well, although you get no built-in speakers with this monitor. We won't consider the lack of underpowered LCD speakers any great loss. NEC's display also comes with a USB 2.0 hub. We more or less expect that from most higher-end consumer LCDs these days, so we're not too surprised to see it here.
Performance
When we compare the LCD2470WNX to two other, cheaper 24-inch LCD's we've tested, we don't find the dramatic leap in performance we hoped to see from a display that costs $200 or so more than its competitors. Its overall image quality ekes out a minor win, largely on the strength of its color quality, and it performs well enough overall, but not enough to set it apart dramatically. Further, one of the features NEC highlighted was this display's brightness, which is supposed to be better both head on and at an angle to the screen. Our brightness test is a straight-on measurement, and this display was nearly an exact tie with the $600 Gateway FPD2485W. And when we looked at the screen from various angles, both in portrait and in landscape modes, the NEC showed no real advantage, as the image on both displays held up.
Support
Despite the fact that we don't find a lot of value in this LCD's higher-end price tag, we continue to like what NEC has to offer in terms of service and support. The standard warranty coverage lasts for three years. Online you get FAQs, software downloads, and other help resources. And if you don't find what you're looking for, you can call the toll-free support line 24-7.
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User reviews
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NEC beat the competition in CNET tests for only $20 more!
by mojobaer on January 17, 2008
Pros: Outdistanced the 2407WFP-HC
Cons: Read the details of the CNET reviews!
Summary: I'm confused by the CNET review of this monitor. The only con is "minor performance gains for an expensive price tag." So CNET says it outdistanced the prime competitors ...
Summary: I'm confused by the CNET review of this monitor. The only con is "minor performance gains for an expensive price tag." So CNET says it outdistanced the prime competitors in this space, but only rates it a 7.0? The price difference is only $20 ($699.99 for the Dell 2407WFP-HC and $719.99 for the NEC).
The NEC monitor had 17% better contrast and 4% better results in DisplayMate test. That a pretty strong contrast advantage.
The price difference is $20 and the NEC beat all the competition in the CNET tests and it only gets a 7.0 because those advantages aren't worth $20?2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: NEC Corporation
- Part number: LCD2470WNX-BK
- Description: Go wide with the new 24" NEC MultiSync LCD2470WNX, a widescreen monitor ideal for enterprise users looking to increase their productivity and magnify their bottom line. The LCD2470WNX's extra wide screen provides roughly the same work area as two smaller-sized LCD screens and allows you to simultaneously work in multiple application windows. Other unique features include a four-way ergonomic stand (pivot, height-adjustable, tilt and swivel), Windows Vista Premium compliance, XtraView+ wide-angle viewing technology and Ambix dual-input connectivity.
General
- Display Type LCD display / TFT active matrix
- Built-in Devices USB hub
- Width 22 in
- Depth 10.6 in
- Height 16.5 in
- Weight 27.3 lbs
- Enclosure Color Black
Image
- Display (projector) image aspect ratio 16:10
- Image brightness 500 cd/m2
- Image Contrast Ratio 1000:1
- Max horizontal view angle +88 / -88
- Max vertical view angle +88 / -88
Display
- Diagonal Size 24 in - Widescreen
- Viewable Size 24 in
- Dot Pitch / Pixel Pitch 0.27 mm
- Max Resolution 1920 x 1200 / 60 Hz
- Color Support 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
- Max Sync Rate (V x H) 85 Hz x 93.9 KHz
- Response Time 6 ms
- Display Positions Adjustments Tilt, Height, Swivel
- Video Output None
- Signal Input DVI-D, VGA
- Features HDCP, Ambix, NaViSet, FullScan, XtraView+, ErgoDesign, Rapid Response, Dynamic Video Mode, No Touch Auto Adjust, sRGB color management, Cable management cover, AccuColor Control Systems, Intelligent Power Manager (IPM)
CNET Labs' Benchmarks
- Contrast Ratio 1270:1
- Maximum Brightness 266.44 cd/m2
Video Input
- Analog Video Signal RGB
- Digital Video Standard Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
Audio Output
- Type None
Input Device
- Type None
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces 1 x DVI-D - 24 pin digital DVI, 1 x VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x Hi-Speed USB upstream - 4 pin USB Type B, 4 x Hi-Speed USB downstream - 4 pin USB Type A
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x DVI cable, 1 x VGA cable, 1 x USB cable
- Flat Panel Mount Interface 100 x 100 mm
- Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
- Compliant Standards RoHS, MPR II, ISO 13406-2, Plug and Play
Power
- Power device form factor Internal
- Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
- Operational power consumption 90 Watt
- Operational power consumption (standby) 2 Watt
Software / System Requirements
- Software type NaViSet, Drivers & Utilities
Environmental Parameters
- Min operating temperature 41 °F
- Max operating temperature 95 °F
- Operating humidity range 30 - 80%
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 3 years warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 3 years, Limited warranty - Backlight - 3 years
Sustainability
- EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
Manufacturer info
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