NEC MultiSync 20WMGX2-BK 20.1" LCD Monitor

by NEC

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8 x 18.6 x 15.4 inches ; 15.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 24.3 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000E8HMR2
• Item model number: 20WMGX2
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,581 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: January 17, 2006

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Embrace the split functionality of the 20" NEC MultiSync 20WMGX2, a wide-format LCD PC/TV display that allows you to view and edit your digital images while watching the big game. Images are brought to life with super-bright OptiClear® DVM technology, while games get a big boost from 6ms Rapid Response and Dynamic Video Mode.

Features

• Watch your favorite TV programs in high definition
• Simultaneously watch TV and work with picture-in-picture viewing
• OptiClear DVM technology enhances detail and clarity
• 6ms Rapid Response technology for clear-motion images
• Integrated sound bar delivers high-quality sound
• DVM real-time automatic color and contrast optimization
• 4-port USB 2.0 hub for easy connectivity

Additional Features

Thin-frame (bezel), Ambix, No Touch Auto Adjust, USB 2.0, cable management, sRGB, Advanced Dynamic Video Mode, AccuColor color control, XtraView, digital smoothing, digital controls, DDC/CI, NaviSet software, Plug and Play (VESA DDC 1/2B), VESA DPMS power management, OSM user controls, ISO 13406-2 Class II, vacation switch, power-off timer, detachable speakers, Energy Star 4.0

Product Description

When it comes to computer technology, you want only the best on your desktop. Why should you settle for anything less when it comes to your display? The best in color, brightness, design and overall screen performance are all available in one family of flat-panel displays. The NEC MultiSync GX2 Series, featuring the 20.5 NEC MultiSync 20WMGX2, delivers the utmost in quality and performance to your desktop and adds excitement to all of your applications - from gaming and surfing the Internet to digital photo/video editing and watching DVD movies.NEC MultiSync GX2 Series LCDs feature the revolutionary, super-bright OptiClear DVM screen technology, which delivers true-to-life images with remarkable clarity and color. Dynamic Video Mode further enhances full-motion video and still image graphics with real-time adaptive optimization of brightness, color and contrast. Lightning-fast response times ensure interruption-free viewing of high-speed video and games, while the 4-port USB 2.0 hub makes it easier than ever

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars very pleased, April 29, 2007

By 

BetsyR (Santa Barbara, CA, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: NEC MultiSync 20WMGX2-BK 20.1" LCD Monitor (Electronics)

I am very pleased with this monitor. I did an extensive search, unfortunately primarily online -- it would be preferable to see monitors but that's not possible for all. For my Powerbook 15" G4, I looked at Apples and Samsungs, read reviews, and finally settled on this NEC because of its specs and general NEC reliability.

I've had it now almost a month, 6 or 7 or more hours/day and it's excellent, sharp, clear and true colors (as true as true is, at least) with ample adjustments possible --- and as an especial bonus, it's really helped my eyes. I had been getting quite serious eye strain with the PB (and also using an iMac) but there is something about the quality of the NEC which has helped greatly.

Dec. 20: I remain very happy with the NEC monitor, no problems whatsoever. I just read a review in the Jan 08 MacWorld on LCDs that ranked the MultiSyncLCD205WXM the highest of 7 tested; maybe that's the new (and cheaper) version. Fwiw, it's an excellent and helpful article on how to choose an LCD.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars There is nothing else!, January 26, 2007

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Michael A. Jacobs (Charlotte, NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: NEC MultiSync 20WMGX2-BK 20.1" LCD Monitor (Electronics)

I was like you -- reading reviews to make sure I was choosing the right monitor. And after reading and mulling over literally hundreds of reviews - I had finally narrowed it down to one. Though I am admittedly an NEC fan at heart, I was still willing to look at what other companies have going. This is by far the nicest monitor I've come across in a long time. It's absolutely huge, colors are spot on, and I've got no issue such as ghosting, bands, etc. I couldn't be happier about this product. Though I might seem rather expensive, this monitor is definitely worth every penny!
Amazon as always has great prices, quick and reliable shipping. Thanks!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So Excellent that I had to get 2 of them, October 11, 2008

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T. J. Kuckelman (Denton, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: NEC MultiSync 20WMGX2-BK 20.1" LCD Monitor (Electronics)

NEC MultiSync 20WMGX2 20" LCD Monitor

I am sad to say that this monitor is no longer available on Amazon or Newegg. Your best bet would be to search eBay for one.

I loved my first 20WMGX2-BK so much that I had to get another one. I bought a second one and received it within the past week from a seller on eBay. Barely used, practically perfect condition for a grand total of $185 including shipping!

And to think that when I bought my first Brand New one off of Newegg it cost $499! Sure they had a rebate for -$100, of which I only ever saw $30 of, but that's a different story -_-

On to the review... First off, I have to applaud NEC for making such a fine TFT-LCD with so many inputs and even an included speaker bar, though I never actually used it. You have Composite (*), S-Video (***), Component (****), VGA (*****) and DVI (******) In here, basically in line with an LCD TV.

Once you see an AS-IPS monitor like this one, you will never want to go back to a TN panel like those that have been devoured by the masses (*cough* Samsung *cough*).

I did have my doubts about the refresh rates and ghosting coming from a CRT display. I play Counter-Strike and Source competitively and I could definitely tell on the 15ms+ refresh rate LCD monitors of the past. However, this LCD practically feels like my old CRT and I no longer am blaming refresh rates for being annihilated, because it just feels fast.

What I probably like most about this monitor is that its internal scaler does its job so well. I have done tests between its own scaler and the Nvidia scaler with an 8800GTS 640MB, and I found the Nvidia one to lack detail even with Edge Enhancement On. I am no longer bothered by Native and Non-Native resolution switching with the 20WMGX2.

The colors on this LCD are superb. Light years beyond my ASUS W3J+ laptop's TN screen. They are comparable or even better than my $1500 Sony Bravia XBR LCD. And rightfully so, since they are based on the same or very similar TFT-LCD technology. Even the blacks are better than my XBR and there are no annoying clouds to be found, due to Sony's poor Quality Control not being present (Ok, so the Sony's are made in Mexico and the NEC's made in China... Not much better). I have watched 1080p HD DVD (well it's really only 1680x1050 anyway) movies on this thing, and have to say that it performs admirably. For a sample shot of the Planet Earth Miniseries HD DVD on this display, see: http://mysite.verizon.net/res7ly6l/planetearthHD.JPG

Bottom Line, if you are searching for a cheap, high quality display I would skip the Samsungs and Heaven forbid buy an Apple Cinema. These displays stand right up to Apple's at a fraction of the cost. There are sellers willing to give these up, and believe me, these are an absolute steal!