I've just been testing out a SyncMaster 2253BW which is a 22" widescreen monitor. It's a great monitor and it costs about $290.
Good contrast ratio, 1680x1050 native resolution. A very low response time, it handles high action games well. Perhaps what really amazes me about it is watching HD anime. HD One Piece on this thing is AMAZING.
I think it's at least worth giving one a test ride. Overall it looks great. If I was interesting in buying a monitor now I would be very happy with it.








