HP L1706 Video
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HP L1706 Review
The good: Fine color quality; easy to operate; good image adjustability.
The bad: No side-to-side swivel; no height adjustment; inferior text rendering and viewing angle.
The bottom line: In the L1706, HP offers an affordable flat panel with satisfactory image quality, but the display lacks any extra adjustability and inputs. The L1706 will serve office workers well, but other more-adjustable and better-performing monitors are available in the same price range.
HP L1706 Specs
Manufacturer: HP
Part number: PX849AA#ABA
- Product Specifications
