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Samsung SyncMaster 172X Monitor Silver Review

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Revainrating 4.5 out of 5  
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4.3
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Details

Screen Size17 Inches
BrandSAMSUNG
Connectivity TechnologyDVI
Display TypeCRT
Specific Uses For ProductGaming

Description of Samsung SyncMaster 172X Monitor Silver

1,280 x 1,024 resolution, 0.264 mm dot pitch. Analog and digital DVI-D inputs. 160-degree horizontal viewing angle. Ultra-fast 12 ms response time. 500:1 contrast ratio; 3-year warranty.

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Stunning Display for Graphic Designers

After trying this monitor, I was impressed with its exceptional color accuracy and sharpness. The sleek design adds a modern touch to my workspace.The only drawback is the lack of audio or USB ports, but I can overlook that for the high-quality display..

What are the upsides of using Samsung SyncMaster 172X Monitor Silver?
  • The Samsung SyncMaster 172X Monitor Silver has a sleek silver design that looks great on any desk.
What are the cons of Samsung SyncMaster 172X Monitor Silver?
  • The monitor's 12ms response time may result in some motion blur during fast-paced action scenes or gaming.

Revainrating 3 out of 5

It's not that special

While Samsung claims a revolutionary 12ms response time, the overall gaming experience was no better than the 2-year-old 15-inch TN+ film Samsung Syncmaster 151S. I also don't use a PVA based dummy pattern, this review is based on the retail version. bought in Taiwan. What's most concerning about this display is that: 1. the whites are LOTS of blue (probably 10,000K) and 2. the internal gamma circuitry is set too high. You can only solve problem 1 in analog mode because color temperature…

What are the positive aspects of Samsung SyncMaster 172X Monitor Silver?
  • electronics
What are the drawbacks of Samsung SyncMaster 172X Monitor Silver?
  • Not fashionable