Asus VG248QG
Score: 82/100
Acer Nitro 27-inch
Score: 76/100Rankings
The ASUS VG248QG is a 24-inch TN gaming monitor delivering a blistering 165 Hz refresh rate and 0.5 ms response time, making it ideal for competitive esports. Its trade-off is limited color accuracy and viewing angles due to the TN panel, plus modest ergonomic adjustments. Best suited for fast-paced gamers prioritizing speed over visual fidelity.
The Acer Nitro ED270R is a 27-inch curved VA gaming monitor with a high 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response, delivering smooth gameplay. Its limited brightness and Full HD resolution reduce sharpness and visibility in bright environments. Best suited for budget-focused esports players who value speed over pixel density.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 inches | 27 inchesbest | |
165 Hzbest | 165 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.5 msbest | 1 ms |
350 nitsbest | 250 nits | |
1,000best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.216 kg | 3.9 kgbest |
1best | 1best | |
1 | 2best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 1 | 2 |
Display(5) | ||
Panel Type | TN | VA |
Screen Size (inches) | 24 inches | 27 inches |
Response Time (ms) | 0.5 ms | 1 ms |
Brightness (nits) | 350 nits | 250 nits |
HDR Support | false | true |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (with stand) (kg) | 5.216 kg | 3.9 kg |
Width (with stand) (mm) | 560.9 mm | 610.1 mm |
Height (with stand) (mm) | 358.9 mm | 445.8 mm |
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Professional reviewers and ASUS editors commend the VG248QG for its blistering 165 Hz overclock, 0.5 ms response, and seamless G-SYNC/Adaptive-Sync integration, which together deliver tear-free, ultra-smooth gameplay. They also highlight ELMB and GamePlus features as esports-focused enhancements, while noting the trade-off of a TN panel's limited color accuracy and the stand's minimal ergonomics.
Everyday users love the monitor's lightning-fast response and easy Adaptive-Sync setup, describing it as "blazing fast" and great value for a 1080p high-refresh experience. Common complaints revolve around the TN panel's color shift at side angles, the lack of height or swivel adjustments, and occasional coil-whine or backlight bleed issues.
Professional reviewers emphasize the monitor's ultra-smooth motion and strong dynamic contrast, praising its high refresh rate and FreeSync implementation while noting the limited brightness and Full HD resolution as drawbacks for a 27-inch display.
Everyday users generally praise the Nitro ED270R for its affordable price, immersive curve, and smooth gameplay, but repeatedly mention the low pixel density, weak speakers, and occasional ghosting as common pain points.
“upgraded from older 1080p 60 Hz feels transformative”
“Value for the price, curve immersion and smooth FreeSync”
