There are two primary types of computer monitors in use today: LCD monitors and CRT monitors. Nearly every modern desktop computer is attached to an LCD monitor. This page compares the pros and cons of both the CRT type displays and LCD or flat-panel type displays. You’ll quickly discover that the LCD or flat-panel displays pretty much sell themselves and why they are the superior display used today.

  • See our CRT and LCD terms for additional information related pages.
  • Computer-related comparisons.