iiyama ProLite T1731SR-B1S computer monitor 43.2 cm (17") 1280 x 1024 pixels SXGA LCD Touchscreen Black

Product Overview

AI-generated summary

For £255 ex-VAT, the iiyama ProLite 17" touchscreen is a solid “get it done” option if you actually need a small, reliable touch display rather than a big-office monitor. The iiyama ProLite line is generally geared toward practical deployments (reception systems, light industrial / retail POS front-ends, control panels, kiosks) where touch responsiveness and basic durability matter more than looking flashy. The 17" size is genuinely handy in tight workspaces—less glare, less desk footprint, and easier to mount or integrate into existing setups.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it as a standard office desktop screen. The resolution is on the modest side for anyone doing lots of detailed spreadsheets/graphics, and at this price you can sometimes find better “all-rounder” office monitors depending on what you’re doing. Also, touchscreen models can be a pain if your users will be using gloves, screen protectors, or wiping it constantly—touchscreens are only as good as the environment you put them in. If your use case is kiosk/POS/control-room style and the touch input is a requirement, it’s a sensible buy; if touch isn’t essential, you’ll likely feel you’re paying a premium for a smaller, less future-proof display.

If you tell me what the monitor is for (POS, control panel, training, receptionist, etc.) and how many hours/day it’ll run, I can give you a clearer “yes/no” on value versus alternatives.