Monitors / Comparison
Dell E2014H vs NEC E172M-BK
Monitor · Dell
Dell E2014H
19.5″ · 1600×900 · 60 Hz · TN · 2013Entry level
Refresh rate15
Resolution36
Panel50
Response time50
Recency20
VS
Monitor · NEC
NEC E172M-BK
17″ · 1280×1024 · 60 Hz · TNEntry level
Refresh rate15
Resolution33
Panel50
Response time47
Verdict
Dell E2014H and NEC E172M-BK are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 31 and 31.
- Resolution: Dell E2014H leads (1600×900 vs 1280×1024).
- Response time: Dell E2014H leads (5 ms vs 5.5 ms).
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Dell E2014H
If you care most about resolution, response time.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Dell E2014H | NEC E172M-BK | |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | Gear score | 31 |
| 19.5″ | Screen size | 17″ |
| 1600×900 | Resolution | 1280×1024 |
| 60 Hz | Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| TN | Panel | TN |
| 5 ms | Response time | 5.5 ms |
| 2013 | Release year | — |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $190 |
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 Dell E2014H or NEC E172M-BK better?
Dell E2014H and NEC E172M-BK are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 31 and 31. Resolution: Dell E2014H leads (1600×900 vs 1280×1024). Response time: Dell E2014H leads (5 ms vs 5.5 ms).