ViewSonic

ViewSonic E90FB 19" Perfect Flat CRT Monitor

2.5 (8 reviews)

The ViewSonic E90FB delivers razor-sharp text and vibrant color on a glare-reducing 19-inch PerfectFlat CRT screen.

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Overview

The ViewSonic E90FB is a 19-inch CRT monitor built around ViewSonic's PerfectFlat screen technology, which flattens the face of the cathode ray tube to minimize image distortion and cut down on ambient light reflections. With a viewable area of 18.2 inches measured diagonally, the E90FB provides a generous workspace for office applications, graphic design, and general computing. Its 0.21mm horizontal dot pitch is finer than what many competing CRT monitors offered, translating directly into crisper text rendering and more detailed image reproduction.

As a CRT display, the E90FB benefits from the inherent strengths of the technology: virtually instantaneous pixel response times, deep true-black levels, and the ability to run comfortably at multiple native resolutions without the scaling artifacts that affect fixed-pixel displays. The monitor connects via a standard 15-pin VGA input and includes on-screen display controls for adjusting geometry, color temperature, and brightness. While its size and power draw reflect the realities of CRT design, the E90FB remains a capable display for users who value the image characteristics that CRT technology provides.

Key Features

1,600 x 1,200 resolution at 68 Hz

PerfectFlat screen

Onscreen display lock function

Plug-and-Play capabilities

3-year limited warranty

Specifications

Screen Size
19 inches (18.2 inches viewable)
Screen Type
PerfectFlat CRT
Dot Pitch
0.21mm horizontal
Brand
ViewSonic
Model
E90FB

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Ultra-fine 0.21mm dot pitch produces notably sharp text and detailed images
  • PerfectFlat screen surface significantly reduces glare and geometric distortion
  • Large 18.2-inch viewable area provides ample workspace
  • CRT technology delivers true black levels and zero motion blur

👎 Cons

  • Bulky and heavy form factor typical of 19-inch CRT monitors
  • High power consumption compared to modern flat-panel displays
  • Limited to analog VGA input with no digital connectivity
  • No built-in USB hub or additional ports

Frequently Asked Questions

The viewable diagonal measures 18.2 inches, which is the usable image area within the 19-inch tube.
PerfectFlat refers to ViewSonic's flat-face CRT technology, which minimizes the curvature of the screen surface to reduce geometric distortion and glare compared to traditional curved CRT tubes.
The E90FB has a 0.21mm horizontal dot pitch, which is finer than many CRT monitors in its class. A smaller dot pitch means tighter pixel spacing and sharper image detail.
The E90FB includes a standard 15-pin VGA (D-Sub) input, which is the standard analog connection for CRT monitors of this era.