Testseek.com have collected 17 expert reviews of the Samsung FX2490HD and the average rating is 72%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Samsung FX2490HD.
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17 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Stylish design. Good text and HD image quality. Relatively affordable.
Lacks DVI port. Uneven backlighitng. Oversaturated colors.
Part desktop display and part HDTV, the Samsung SyncMaster FX2490HD is an attractive 24-inch hybrid monitor that won't break the bank. Geared towards users with space constraints, it delivers good HD imagery and sharp text, but it has tinting and unif...
Great styling; very modern, Vast array of inputs actually makes it pretty versatile for it's small size!, Excellent display quality and performance, It's TV side gives it plenty of inputs and a feature filled menu for customization and setup
No VESA mounting capabilities
To wrap things up, I went price hunting for the FX2490HD. I was able to find this display for around $379CDN from NCIX. What really shocked me was that my XL2370 23" LED monitor was only $50 cheaper! For the small difference of $50, not only does the F...
Attractive, Build Quality, Multifunction Capability, Good Computer Monitor Ability,
Color Calibration Required (TV), No DVI Connection, Expensive,
The Samsung SyncMaster FX2490HD is a stylish LED monitor / TV that tries to perform the role of two products in one, but doesn't seem to excel at either function. While used as a monitor, it does perform its task very well. But with the lack of a sui...
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Published: 2010-11-03, Author: Eric , review by: cnet.com
The Samsung SyncMaster FX2490HD has an impressive number of connection options, built-in speakers, and a remote control, with great movie and game performance. It also has a couple of design flourishes that contribute to not only its aesthetic appeal, but
The Samsung SyncMaster FX2490HD requires color calibrating to get the picture quality to an acceptable level, its lack of DVI connection means you'll need to purchase an adapter or new cord to get it working with a modern PC. Some of its connection option
The Samsung SyncMaster FX2490HD is a 24-inch HDTV doubling as a monitor for a low price.
The FX2490HD left us with the feeling that it's trying rather hard to be a multipurpose wonder-display. Certainly it packs in heaps of connectors - but we have to question how many people in the UK have any use for a Common Interface slot. The styling ...
Upscaling of SD content particularly good for a monitor, Media player, Lots of connectivity options, Above average contrast
Colours not very accurate, TN panel, so poor vertical viewing angles
If you stick to using it as a TV, then the FX2490HD is definitely one to beat. Unfortunately, Samsung hasn't been careful enough with its colour reproduction for it to get a five-star rating....
Contrary to Samsung's claim, this is primarily an HD TV, rather than a monitor. With overblown colours and processing, images look far from natural. It's also far too expensive. ...
