Microtek C997SD 19 inch LCD Monitor

Pros: Best LCD monitor for the price on the market today
Cons: Nothing so far

After using CRTs my entire life I decided to take the plunge and go with a nice LCD. After some initial research my friend recommended Microtek. I got the monitor from Office Depot and was very impressed. My eyes no longer get dry every time I use the computer for quite some time which is just amazing to me. Great service, great product!! I would buy another one for sure!!

The previous review is unfair actually. Normally LCD monitor is fixed on 60Hz fresh rate. And you have to use the maxium resolution to reach the best quality. I got it at Office depot at $412 after rebate and $100 off coupon. This monior even comes with DVI input which is a great vedio input option.

I thought I found a good 19inch LCD monitor at a very attractive price. Office Depot had it last week on sale, the price after rebates was $578. Despite a good price and stylish look this monitor didn’t have much to offer. Picture quality was terrible, I tried a couple of different refresh rate settings, at 65 Hz it barely gave me a text without “a shadow” behind it. All the images and text at 75 Hz had that shadow, it was almost like looking at the monitor being drunk. Forget about Microtek’s tech support-there is no 800 number so you are calling long distance. When I tried to call I reached a machine, after waiting about ½ hour I simply hung up. I operate under widows 98SE (compatible according to specs), and it was a huge disappointment. Don’t buy this product if you want to stay healthy and if you care about your eyes!