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Formac Gallery 1740 (DVI) review Editors Choice Award

8.0

Editors' Rating

Excellent

4.7

Members' Rating

Mediocre

Typical price:£ 629

Verdict

The Formac Gallery 1740 almost matches an Apple Studio Display on image quality, but costs less and offers more connectivity. Only its slightly flimsy frame disappointed us... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Bright, sharp display quality
  • Easy setup
  • Works with PCs and Macs with DVI or ADC connectors
  • Built-in 2-port USB hub.

Cons

  • Stand and frame feel a little flimsy
  • Picture frame design uses more desk space than pedestal-mounted displays.

Key Specs

Monitor type: flat panel
Display technology: TFT (active matrix)
Display size: 17.4 in
Native resolution: 1280 x 1024 pixels
Brightness: 220 cd/m2
Contrast ratio: 1 : 400
Vertical viewing angle (max): 160 °
Horizontal viewing angle (max): 160 °
Pixel response time: 25 ms
Digital video input: DVI-D

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Member Opinion

4.7

Average Member Rating

Mediocre

11 Members have reviewed this product

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Anonymous

Anonymous

strong product

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8.5

Excellent


Tony lake

Tony lake

Good buy

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7.0

Very Good


Anonymous

Anonymous

Very bad experience

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5.0

Average


Anonymous

Anonymous

Unreliable at best; terrible tech support

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5.0

Average


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