Return of the $179 24-inch LCD--for $169

For the unbelievable price of $169.99, you can get a new 24-inch LCD.

(Credit: Asus)

I know many of you were bummed about missing the dirt-cheap 24-inch LCD from the other day, which sold out soon after I posted it. Well, like I always say, there's usually a better deal just around the corner.

Case in point: ZipZoomfly has an Asus VH242H 24-inch LCD monitor for $169.99 shipped. That's after a mail-in rebate [PDF], but it's for only $10.

In other words, you can skip the rebate altogether and still get a 24-inch LCD for the same price as the ViewSonic posted Monday.

What's more, the Asus is new, not a refurb! That means you get a stellar three-year warranty on parts and labor.

On the spec front, the VH242H delivers with 1,920x1,080 resolution, a 5ms response time, and an impressive three inputs: VGA, DVI, and HDMI. (Need an HDMI cable to connect this to, say, an Xbox or PS3? Don't forget: You can get one for as little as $3.

The Asus also has built-in speakers, though as with all speaker-equipped monitors, don't expect theater-quality sound. Expect sound somewhere between AM and FM radio.

CNET hasn't reviewed this particular LCD, but if you bop over to Newegg (where it's selling for $187.99 after rebate, incidentally), you'll find hundreds of overwhelmingly positive user reviews.

A few readers have pointed out that ZipZoomfly doesn't cover return-shipping charges on defective products, so if you happen to get a bum unit, you'll have to pay to send it back. I don't consider that a deal-breaker, but it's something to keep in mind.

Even if you skip the rebate, this is a better deal than the one I posted Monday. Consequently, it may sell out, too, so hurry up and get clicking!

[stepyourgameup]

Somebody needs to make a "bridge" for using two monitors. So that you don't have to look at two black borders between them.

[rpen25]

How exactly would that work in the first place? Besides, no one's going to do it because there aren't as many people with multi-screen setups. Think about it, it's usually only gamers (which is a niche market) and business class users doing work with spreadsheets or other productivity suites (and I doubt they have control over what the IT department gives them) that use multi-screens. There isn't much demand for what you are asking for.

[fuzzybomber1]

If you want a set up like that then take the cover off the screens and zing you have a seamless screen. I think this is just thinking by logic so don't quote me.

[lewisns]

Looks like newegg has it for $159.99 (after $20 rebate).

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236059&nm_mc=OTC-pr1c3grabb3r&cm_mmc=OTC-pr1c3grabb3r-_-Monitors+-+LCD+Flat+Panel-_-ASUS-_-24236059

[rickbroida]

Slightly different model, but still a great find. Score!

[bsvols]

The NewEgg deal you posted is for a 23 inch monitor. (Same price before rebate, $10 cheaper after rebate - SMALLER monitor) These are both very good deals.

[logan86weet]

I dont even need a monitor and i want this!. Nice find Rick

Rick i totally forgive you for the last monitor sellout.. this one has once again made me a happy man!

[Electronic_Dreamer]

Thats a Good Deal Finally a Fair Price In a World of Money Hungry A-Holes

[Vtagliatela]

I finally pulled the trigger. This price was just too good to pass up, even for a poor college student.

[deepen05]

oh and don't forget, use E-Bill Me and get 30 bucks back in the mail!

so technically, this can be a 139.99 monitor! just incredible!!

ahh to late! i was to excited and brought it as soon as i saw it..

[deepen05]

oh get ready for this, forget buying that one. found a much better acer one at best buy!

check it out: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9183224&type=product&id=1218049006792#tabbed-customerreviews

it kills the ASUS one in specs.

[MCVanOLinda]

Got this from ZipZoomFly and had problems with the screen within a few days, have to send it back :-(