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ASUS VT229H 21.5" Touch Monitor vs Z-EDGE 30" Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor

These are different tools. The ASUS VT229H is a touchscreen built for interaction: 10-point capacitive touch, IPS color, wide viewing angles and eye-care features make it the pick for kiosks, POS, education and Windows touch apps. The Z-EDGE 30" is a gaming display: a 2560x1080 curved VA panel at up to 200Hz with a 1ms response, far smoother and wider than the ASUS. Build and panel quality favor ASUS; raw speed and immersion favor Z-EDGE. Buy the ASUS for touch, the Z-EDGE for gaming and wide-screen work.

  • Choose the ASUS VT229H if you need real 10-point touch for a kiosk, point-of-sale, classroom or Windows touch app, and want IPS color and eye-care for long sessions.
  • Choose the Z-EDGE 30" if you want a wide curved screen for gaming or multitasking and do not need touch.

Prices

  • ASUS VT229H 21.5" Touch Monitor: $229.00 at Macy's (checked today)
  • Z-EDGE 30" Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor: $150.00 at eBay (last seen Nov 11)
  • Difference: the Z-EDGE 30" Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor is $79.00 cheaper than the ASUS VT229H 21.5" Touch Monitor at the latest prices (Nov 11 and Nov 14)
ASUS
ASUS VT229H 21.5" Full HD IPS Eye Care 10-Point Multi-Touch Monitor

ASUS VT229H 21.5" Touch Monitor

ASUS VT229H 21.5" Full HD IPS Eye Care 10-Point Multi-Touch Monitor

$229.00at Macy'sChecked 15 h ago
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Pros
  • True 10-point capacitive touch for Windows apps
  • IPS panel with wide 178° viewing angles
  • Flicker-Free and Low Blue Light for long use
  • VESA 100x100 mount and built-in 1.5W speakers
Cons
  • 60Hz and 5ms response suit work, not fast gaming
  • 21.5 in is small for multitasking
  • 250 cd/m² is modest for bright rooms
Z-EDGE
Z-EDGE 30" Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor

Z-EDGE 30" Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor

4.8(92 ratings)
$150.00at eBayChecked Nov 11
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Pros
  • 200Hz refresh and 1ms response for smooth gaming
  • Curved 30 in ultrawide gives an immersive field of view
  • 300 cd/m² is brighter than the ASUS
  • 2560x1080 fits more windows side by side
Cons
  • No touch input
  • VA panel has narrower viewing angles than IPS
  • No listed eye-care features or VESA mounting

What separates them

ASUS VT229H 21.5" Touch MonitorZ-EDGE 30" Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor
Touch input10-point projective capacitive touchNone
Screen shape and size21.5 in flat 16:930 in curved 21:9 ultrawide
Refresh rate60HzUp to 200Hz
Response time5ms1ms
Panel typeIPS, 178/178 viewing anglesVA, narrower viewing angles
Resolution1920x10802560x1080, wider field of view
Brightness250 cd/m²300 cd/m²
Eye care and mountingFlicker-Free, Low Blue Light, VESA 100x100, built-in speakersNo listed eye-care features or VESA mount

Price history

$229.00$150.00
Oct 31Nov 14
  • ASUS VT229H 21.5" Touch Monitor: lowest $229.00 on Nov 14 at Macy's.
  • Z-EDGE 30" Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor: lowest $150.00 on Nov 12 at eBay.

Prices at every store

ASUS VT229H 21.5" Touch Monitor

  • InpexOpcionNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $288.00Checked 15 h ago
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  • AmazonRefurbished

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    $194.99Free shippingChecked 15 h ago
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  • Macy'sNew

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    $229.00Checked 15 h ago
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Z-EDGE 30" Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor

  • TargetNew

    In stock

    $182.39Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $199.99Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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  • Newegg.comNew

    In stockSold by Z-EDGE Official Store

    $199.99Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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  • eBayNew

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    $150.00Checked Nov 11
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Specs compared

SpecASUS VT229H 21.5" Touch MonitorZ-EDGE 30" Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor
Display TypeLEDLED
Resolution1920 x 10802560 x 1080
Connector TypeHDMI, VGA, DisplayPortHDMI, VGA, DisplayPort
Panel TypeIPSVA
Size21.5 in30 in
Response Time5 milliseconds1 millisecond
Brightness250cd/㎡300 cd/m²
With SpeakersYes—
HD Format1080p—
Panel Size21.5—
Viewing Angle178°/ 178°—
Contrast Ratio1000:1—
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SpecASUS VT229H 21.5" Touch MonitorZ-EDGE 30" Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor
Refresh Rate60Hz—
TouchYes, Projective Capacitive 10-point Touch—
Power Consumption18.56W—
VESA Wall Mounting100x100mm—
SpeakersYes(1.5Wx2)—
Curved—Yes
Maximum Refresh Rate—200 Hz
Weight—11 lb weight

What reviewers say

Z-EDGE 30" Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor

  • 4.8 / 592 ratings

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 92 ratings, buyers are largely happy with the wide, fast picture for the money. Complaints center on the low vertical resolution and VA motion blur.

What people mention
  • Refresh ratePraisedOwners say the 200 Hz panel feels smooth and responsive in fast games.
  • ResolutionCriticisedBuyers note 2560 x 1080 is short on vertical pixels, so text and fine detail look soft.
  • CurvePraisedThe curved ultrawide shape is described as immersive for games and racing titles.
  • Panel motionMixedSome owners see smearing in dark scenes, a common VA trade-off.

Questions and answers

Which is better for gaming?
The Z-EDGE. Its 200Hz refresh and 1ms response make motion far smoother than the ASUS at 60Hz and 5ms. The ASUS is a work and touch display, not a gaming one.
Which is better for a kiosk or point-of-sale setup?
The ASUS VT229H. It has 10-point capacitive touch that works with Windows touch apps, plus IPS viewing angles for customers standing at an angle. The Z-EDGE has no touch.
Which has better picture quality?
The ASUS IPS panel holds color and contrast across wide angles, which matters for shared screens. The Z-EDGE VA panel is brighter and wider but shifts when viewed off-center.
Is the Z-EDGE worth stepping up to over the ASUS?
Only if you want a bigger, faster, curved screen and do not need touch. If touch or eye-care features are the point, the ASUS is the right tool and the Z-EDGE adds nothing for you.
Which lasts longer?
Both are LED-backlit and neither maker publishes a lifespan figure here. The ASUS adds Flicker-Free and Low Blue Light for comfort over long sessions; the Z-EDGE's higher refresh puts more demand on the panel over time.
Can I mount either on a monitor arm?
The ASUS has a 100x100mm VESA mount. No VESA mounting is listed for the Z-EDGE, so check before planning an arm or wall mount.

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