Best 5 LCD Monitors in 2009

Here are the best 5 LCD Monitors for the year 2009. Also, read their reviews, pros and cons.

Asus VH222H 21.5" LCD Monitor comes with certain features that are typically found in high end monitors. It includes standard VGA, DVI and an HDMI port. Also, included are the VGA and DVI cables.
Specs:
Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Response Time: 5ms
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Maximum Contrast Ratio: 20,000:1
Power Consumption: Less than 55W
Weight: 12lbs

Pros: Excellent image quality; Solid Build; High Resolution; Inexpensive
Cons: Minimal scope for height adjustment; Mediocre integrated speakers
Price: $160 - $170

Samsung SyncMaster 2333SW 23" LCD Monitor is ultra-thin and has a widescreen display. It is ideal for watching movies.
Specs:
Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Response Time: 5ms
Maximum Contrast Ratio: 20,000:1
Power Consumption: 45W
Weight: 10.4 lbs

Pros: Excellent image quality; No ghosting; High Resolution
Cons: No built-in speakers; No HDMI, No DVI cable
Price: $210- $280

Viewsonic VX2260WM 21.5" LCD Monitor also comes with certain features that are typically found on high end monitors. It includes standard VGA, DVI and an HDMI port. Also, included are the VGA and DVI cables.
Specs:
Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Maximum Contrast Ratio: 20,000:1
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Response Time: 2ms
Power Consumption: 40W

Pros: Sharp picture; Minimal backlight bleed; No ghosting
Cons: Mediocre viewing angles; Minimal scope for height adjustments; Weak speakers
Price: $200 - $240

HP w2558hc 25.5" LCD Monitor is a big screen multimedia monitor that is jam-packed with features and connection options including two HDMI ports, five USB ports and a memory card reader. It is ideal for watching movies, playing games and for a photographer. It also has a built-in digital photo frame interface.
Specs:
Aspect Ratio: 16:10
Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1200
Response Time: 3ms
Maximum Contrast Ratio: 3,000:1
Weight: 22lbs

Pros: High resolution; Excellent image quality; Built-in 1.3-megapixel webcam; Built-in Microphone; Memory card reader
Cons: Mediocre viewing angles; Expensive
Price: $370-$550

Dell UltraSharp 2408WFP 24" LCD Monitor has numerous options for connections like VGA, DVI and HDMI. It is ideal for photo and video work.
Specs:
Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1200
Maximum Contrast Ratio: 3,000:1
Aspect Ratio: 16:10
Response Time: 6ms

Pros: Excellent image quality; Connectivity Options
Cons: Slow Response Time
Price: $350-$450

Although they are the best 5 LCD Monitors, in my opinion, Asus VH222H 21.5"LCD Monitor is the best for a budget minded buyer. But, if you are looking for more features and connection options, HP w2558hc 25.5" LCD Monitor is the best buy.