When comparing ViewSonic Smart Display VSD231-BKA vs LG 23ET83V-W, the Slant community recommends ViewSonic Smart Display VSD231-BKA for most people. In the question“What are the best touchscreen monitors?” ViewSonic Smart Display VSD231-BKA is ranked 4th while LG 23ET83V-W is ranked 11th. The most important reason people chose ViewSonic Smart Display VSD231-BKA is:
This monitor has all the internals needed to run Android 4.3.1 Jelly Bean (Tegra 4 processor, 2GB of RAM, 8GB of storage). This gives you the flexibility to run Android apps and games, or use it as a display for your computer or laptop. If you have limited desk space, or want a touchscreen on a budget (without the need to buy a computer), the ability to use it without a computer is a very intriguing option.
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Pros
Pro Can be used as a stand-alone Android computer
This monitor has all the internals needed to run Android 4.3.1 Jelly Bean (Tegra 4 processor, 2GB of RAM, 8GB of storage). This gives you the flexibility to run Android apps and games, or use it as a display for your computer or laptop. If you have limited desk space, or want a touchscreen on a budget (without the need to buy a computer), the ability to use it without a computer is a very intriguing option.
Pro Integrated peripherals make this a complete-package monitor
Built-in are two 2 watt stereo speakers, a 2MP webcam, as well as a microphone. These allow you to use it as a stand-alone Android device for Skype, Google Hangouts or other video chats, or they can be used in place of dedicated hardware when plugged into a computer (although dedicated hardware would provide better quality).
Pro Very stable and flexible base and stand
The monitor is help up by a traditional looking stand with a square base. The stand can be raised or lowered slightly (which the other touchscreen monitors in this category can't do), and the display can be tilted 90 degrees so that it can be perfectly vertical, or perfectly horizontal (or anywhere in-between) depending on your set-up preferences.
Pro Good display quality
The contrast ratio is important for having a wide depth of colors available, and the ViewSonic Smart Display doesn't disappoint with a very good 1000:1 contrast ratio. Response time is similarly good, and will display images 5ms after receiving them. This response time is good enough for even high-end gamers, but will also appear to make the entire system a bit more responsive and faster.
Pro Very good viewing angles
With 178 degrees of both vertical and horizontal viewing angles, this monitor can be used at an angle with no problems, and if watching media with other people they will still see a clear picture even if they are viewing it off-angle.
Pro Fast response time means no display lag
With only 5ms of response time, this monitor will display images nearly instantly after they are received. This is important, especially for touchscreens where a delay in touch input and the displayed image moving would be very noticeable. 5ms is also considered good enough even for high level gaming, although world-wide top players will prefer even lower response times.
Pro Interesting black and white design is unique
The white glossy base and rear of this monitor may not suit everybody, but it certainly gives it some personality which sets it apart from other monitors. The contrasting colors can look sharp in many setups, although not all of them.
Cons
Con Uninspiring design
This monitor looks like any old monitor. Other monitors in this category have much more interesting designs, and add form to the function of adding a touchscreen monitor to your setup. The un-original base and plastic bar beneath the screen are both aspects you'd expect to find on older, cheaper monitors but are still present here.
Con Android version is dated
Android Jelly Bean 4.3.1 was released in July of 2013, and is a dated operating system. While core features like web browsing will still work fine, some apps require new APIs (application programming interface) which are only available in newer versions of Android. If there are Android apps you want to run, make sure to check their compatibility on the Play Store
Con No USB ports
While many other monitors in this price range offer USB pass through as an added feature, this one lacks any extra USB ports. You can't plug in any mice, keyboards, or external hard drives into this monitor.
Con Sub-par display quality
Colors are somewhat accurate, as this monitor scored 86.8% of the sRGB color gamut...however when compared to other IPS panels which typically score 95% or higher this is a disappointing result (after calibration it still fell short at around 91%).
Black levels are measured at 0.32cd/m² which means that when pure black is displayed on the screen, they will appear gray-ish instead of a true black. This leads to a lower than advertised contrast ratio of 519:1 (it is advertised at 1000:1), which isn't impressive at all.
Con Limited adjustment doesn't allow full range of movement
The stand allows for 30 degrees of tilt, which is more than adequate for traditional monitors - however this is sub-par for touchscreen monitors. Touchscreen monitors benefit from tilt adjustments more than traditional monitors, as different uses work best at different angles. For example, watching a movie or web browsing is best done in a near-vertical position, while typing on an on-screen keyboard is most comfortable at a large angle which can't be achieved with this monitor.
There also is no swivel, pivot, or height adjustment.