Monitors / Comparison
ASUS VH197D vs HP SmartBuy P174
Monitor · ASUS
ASUS VH197D
18.5″ · 1366×768 · 60 HzEntry level
Refresh rate15
Resolution25
Response time50
VS
Monitor · HP
HP SmartBuy P174
17″ · 1280×1024 · 60 HzEntry level
Refresh rate15
Resolution33
Response time50
Verdict
ASUS VH197D and HP SmartBuy P174 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 24 and 26.
- Resolution: HP SmartBuy P174 leads (1280×1024 vs 1366×768).
Pick this
HP SmartBuy P174
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS VH197D | HP SmartBuy P174 | |
|---|---|---|
| 24 | Gear score | 26 |
| 18.5″ | Screen size | 17″ |
| 1366×768 | Resolution | 1280×1024 |
| 60 Hz | Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| 5 ms | Response time | 5 ms |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is ASUS VH197D or HP SmartBuy P174 better?
ASUS VH197D and HP SmartBuy P174 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 24 and 26. Resolution: HP SmartBuy P174 leads (1280×1024 vs 1366×768).