Geeks.com has a large selection of
computer monitors and we have been checking out a variety of different models recently. This time around they have sent over the unit shown in the promotional image below, the
Samsung SyncMaster 2443BWX. This monitor features a 24" 16:10 widescreen display that sports fairly impressive specifications, including a 1920x1200 resolution, 5ms response time, 20000:1 dynamic contrast, and 300 cd/m2 brightness.
Among all the
computer parts in their inventory, a good number of items are refurbished. Considering 'refurbs' over new is a great way to save some money, and this monitor could be a good example of that. The price for this refurbished unit is much less than the new price, and over the course of this review we'll try to decide if you have to sacrifice anything by not going with brand new.
Before we take a closer look at the sample provided for review, let's look at some published information on the
Samsung SyncMaster 2443BWX 24 inch LCD monitor as taken from the
official product page on the
Geeks.com website.
Features and Specifications:
» 24-inch Samsung SyncMaster 2443BWX Widescreen LCD Monitor
» Grade B
General Features:
» Glossy, black bezel
» 24-inch TFT color widescreen LCD display
» 1920 x 1200 native resolution
» 0.27 mm pixel pitch
» 16:10 aspect ratio
» 20000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
» 1000:1 typical contrast ratio
» Horizontal viewing angle: 170 degrees
» Vertical viewing angle: 160 degrees
» 5 ms response time
» CCFL light source
» 300 cd/m2 brightness
» 16.7 million maximum colors supported
» Wall-mountable
» MagicColor technology
» MagicBright 3 technology
» MagicTune technology
Connectors:
» 15-pin VGA
» DVI-D (with HDCP)
Dimensions with Stand:
» 17.5 x 21.5 x 9.0-inches (H x W x D, approximate)
Power Specifications:
» AC 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz 1.0A
This is what Geeks.com refers to as a "Grade B" refurbished monitor, and more details on exactly what that implies can be found towards the bottom of the
product page. While the extensive list of what might be wrong with the monitor may seem like a turn off, Geeks.com does mention that their "Grade B" monitors are in "very good condition" and what other vendors might consider "Grade A".
