CRTs	LCDs
Pros	Low cost per pixel and high quality of display Great for lots of graphics fast screen changes, video and animation images	Thin, light-weight, and low power consumption Size, weight and power are all reduced substantially Low Magnetic emissions and x-rays Use standard video port on PC systems and standard line voltages Display a high resolution, bright clear flicker free image Can be used in any environment that a CRT operates
Cons	Environmental and safety issue Dust entering the CRT heat vents can cause damage Not good for environment with high magnetic fields Not suitable to operate in clean rooms since electrostatic charge emitted attracts dust Easy to cause eyestrain and fatigue	High cost (The cost has been dropping with advancements in technology, better manufacturing facilities, and increase in volume produced.)

	CRTs	LCDs
Size	Large, Deep: 15" (~13.7" Viewable) - Approx. 15" Deep 17" (~15.7" Viewable) - Approx. 18" Deep	Small, Thin, Limited Screen Size 15" (~15.0 Viewable) - Approx. 7" Deep
Weight	Heavy 15" - Approx. 30 lbs 17" - Approx. 40 lbs	Light 15" - Approx. 10 lbs (Desktop LCD)
Power	High Consumption, Requires Extensive Room for Heat Ventilation Operating: Approx. 120W	Low - Approx. 1/3 of CRT. Suitable for portable devices that rely on portable power Operating: Less than 35W (Desktop LCD)
Magnetic, X-Ray Emission	High - Cause damage to vision after long hours of exposure	Low
Usage	Low-Cost Home/Office Desktops	Laptops, High-end Office Desktops
Viewable Angle	~180 degrees. Can be seen from almost all angles	Often less than 120 degrees. Often cannot be seen clearly from the side
Market Price	15" - Approx. US$100-250 17" - Approx. US$300-700 >20" - > Approx. US$1000	15" - Approx. US$1000-2000 (Desktop LCD)