Asus VK266 LCD Monitor

Asus may not be the top of the line name specifically for LCD monitors, but that does not mean they cannot take over. It's a thin line leading to the top, and one good product can tip the fortunes of an IT brand. Let’s just forget that Asus is a major name in core PC components, and focus the spotlight on their latest endeavor in the world of LCD monitors. This one is a 25.5-incher with an integrated webcam, called Asus VK266, and it’s brand new.

Design and features
This monitor is definitely a looker, with a glossy black bezel and a single metallic strip on the bottom panel, which makes all the difference in aesthetics. This same strip is segregated into buttons on the right, thus making the overall look very seamless and classy. The Asus logo is conspicuously positioned at the center of the bottom panel, above this metallic strip. The stand is round and sturdy. The top panel has the webcam integrated, which can swivel up and down.

This monitor is a widescreen, 25.5-inch unit, with max resolution at 1920 x 1200, making this a 16:10 regular monitor ratio. I would have preferred a pure 16:9 native ratio, as desktop entertainment these days needs a native Full HD screen. There is a point I would like to add here. The manufacturers have not provided any indication of whether this is a TN panel or a better PVA, S-IPS type like the higher end models by competition. The response time is 2 ms and contrast ratio is 1000:1 native. By the viewing angle measurements stated in the specs, and the quick response time, plus the color bit rate being 6 bits, I’m assuming this is a TN panel. The monitor has an HDMI 1.3 and also DVI with HDCP compatibility. Full specs are on the last page.