Sony Trinitron PVM-1340 Color Sound/Video Monitor *TESTED Working* RGB
Bottom line: The Sony Trinitron PVM-1340 Color Sound/Video Monitor *TESTED Working* RGB is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the displays & upscalers category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
This PVM monitor is in good physical and working condition overall. As seen in pictures, this unit does show some minor signs of usage consistent with age. It is missing the front Sony emblem. As seen in video, the unit has been tested and all function/features are in working condition. All ports on the back have been checked and proven operational. Please see pictures for exact condition. Please reach out with any questions before making a purchase. Thanks! Shipping carrier may be changed due to cost
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sony Trinitron PVM-1340 Color Sound/Video Monitor *TESTED Working* RGB using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the displays & upscalers category. Sony's displays & upscalers lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for displays & upscalers of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| inputs | RGB,Composite |
|---|---|
| display_type | Trinitron |
| screen_size_in | 13 |
Hardware benchmark data
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Sony Trinitron PVM-1340 Color Sound/Video Monitor *TESTED Working* RGB is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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