Acer Nitro KG241Y 23.8-inch
Score: 80/100
Samsung S39C
Score: 64/100Rankings
The Acer Nitro KG241Y Sbiip is a 23.8-inch VA gaming monitor delivering a rapid 165 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response and FreeSync Premium for fluid gameplay. Its basic ergonomics, modest brightness, and limited color gamut are drawbacks. It targets budget gamers who prioritize high refresh performance.
The Samsung S39C Series is a 27-inch curved VA monitor with Full HD resolution, 75 Hz refresh, and built-in speakers for casual gaming and media. Its low resolution and limited ergonomics reduce suitability for competitive play. Perfect for budget-friendly casual gamers and home office users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
23.8 inches | 27 inchesbest | |
165 Hzbest | 75 Hz | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 4 ms |
250 nitsbest | 250 nitsbest | |
99 %best | — | |
3,000best | 3,000best | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.8 kgbest | 5.08 kg |
1best | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 1 |
Display(4) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 23.8 inches | 27 inches |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 165 Hz | 75 Hz |
Response Time (ms) | 1 ms | 4 ms |
HDR Support | true | false |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (with stand) (kg) | 3.8 kg | 5.08 kg |
Width (with stand) (mm) | 540.26 mm | 611.74 mm |
Height (with stand) (mm) | 414.27 mm | 457.2 mm |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | false | true |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Acer Nitro KG241Y Sbiip for its outstanding value, delivering a 165 Hz (and even 180 Hz in tests) VA panel with 1 ms response, FreeSync Premium and solid build at a low price. However they note the monitor's ergonomics are basic, brightness and color gamut are modest, and real-world contrast falls short of its specifications, making it less suitable for color-critical work.
Everyday users echo the praise for affordability, smooth high-refresh gaming and the lightweight, wobble-free stand, while repeatedly mentioning the cheap plastic stand, limited adjustability, and underwhelming color and brightness for tasks beyond gaming.
Professional reviewers note the monitor offers reliable VA performance and solid contrast for its price, but emphasize it is an entry-level model lacking premium features such as higher refresh rates, HDR, and extensive ergonomic adjustments.
Everyday users appreciate the smooth 75 Hz FreeSync experience, the immersive 1000R curve, and the convenience of built-in speakers, while common complaints focus on the soft 1080p image at 27 inches, limited stand ergonomics, modest speaker output, and occasional backlight uniformity issues.
