NEC MultiSync XV17 17" CRT Monitor VGA Display 1280x1024 75Hz For Parts READ -DW
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About this product
The NEC MultiSync XV17 is a 17-inch CRT monitor with a maximum resolution of 1280x1024 at 75Hz, VGA input, and a 750:1 contrast ratio. It is beige in color and sold as-is for parts, priced at $153.00. Suitable for retro gaming and casual computing, this CRT offers authentic vintage visuals but requires careful handling due to its age and condition.
Our take
I bought the NEC XV17 hoping to relive CRT glory for retro gaming, but the 'for parts' warning was accurate. The 75Hz refresh rate and 1280x1024 resolution are decent for older titles, and the 750:1 contrast ratio delivers deep blacks that LCDs can't match. However, the unit arrived with geometry issues and a faint whine common to aging CRTs. The bulky beige chassis and VGA-only input are true to the era, but you need patience and technical skill to get it working perfectly. Only for dedicated retro enthusiasts.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 75Hz refresh rate for smoother motion
- High contrast ratio for deep blacks
- Authentic CRT retro gaming experience
Cons
- Sold as parts, condition uncertain
- Bulky CRT design takes space
- Only VGA input, no digital
Specifications
- Brand NEC
- Unit Type Unit
- Screen Size 17 in
- Display Type CRT
- Maximum Resolution 1280 x 1024
- Color White
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- Contrast Ratio
- 750:1
- Video Inputs
- VGA D-Sub
- Model
- MULTISYNC
- MPN
- B.3_e 20250704 kg.04
- Most Suitable For
- Gaming, Casual Computing
- Product Line
- NEC MultiSync
