Rankings
The Sceptre C275B-FWT240 is a 27" curved VA monitor delivering a blistering 240 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response, aimed at competitive gamers on a budget. Its 1080p panel limits sharpness on a larger screen, and ergonomics are basic, but FreeSync Premium and built-in speakers add value.
The Sansui 24" VA monitor delivers a rapid 200 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response, and strong color coverage, targeting budget-conscious competitive gamers. While its eye-care features and frameless design are appealing, ergonomic adjustments and built-in audio are missing.
The Acer Nitro 27" curved monitor combines a VA panel with a 1500R curvature, 165 Hz refresh and 1 ms response for immersive, high-speed gaming. Its ergonomic stand is a plus, but modest brightness, limited color gamut and HDMI 2.0 constrain HDR and bright-room performance.
The ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD is a 27-inch curved VA gaming monitor delivering a rapid 180 Hz refresh rate, deep contrast and FreeSync Premium at a budget-friendly price. It offers immersive curvature and eye-care features but lacks height adjustment, has modest brightness for HDR and low-power speakers.
The Sceptre E255B-1658A is a budget-focused 25" TN gaming monitor delivering a true 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time, ideal for competitive esports. While it offers FreeSync and a flicker-free backlight, its color performance and ergonomics are limited.
The Acer Nitro KG241Y Sbiip is a 23.8" Full HD VA gaming monitor offering a 165 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms VRB response time, and AMD FreeSync Premium. It targets budget-conscious gamers who want high refresh rates and deep blacks, but it lacks built-in audio and extensive ergonomic adjustments.
The BenQ MOBIUZ EX240N is a budget-friendly 23.8-inch VA gaming monitor offering 165 Hz refresh, deep contrast and built-in speakers, aimed at competitive gamers who value motion smoothness over pixel-perfect clarity. Its low brightness, slower VA response and limited ergonomics keep the price low but affect overall versatility.
The Sceptre C248W-1920RN is a budget-oriented 24-inch curved VA monitor offering a modest 75 Hz refresh rate, basic connectivity and a tilt-only stand. It provides good contrast and eye-care features but lacks modern gaming amenities and ergonomic flexibility.
The Samsung S39C is a 27-inch curved VA monitor aimed at budget-friendly comfort, offering a 1000R curvature, 75 Hz refresh rate with FreeSync and eye-care technologies. While it provides deep blacks and built-in speakers, its limited refresh rate, lack of VESA mounting and modest resolution make it better suited for casual use than competitive gaming.
The ASUS TUF Gaming VG24VQER is a 23.6-inch curved VA monitor offering up to 180 Hz refresh and HDR10 support. It delivers deep contrast and vibrant colors at a budget-friendly price, but ergonomic adjustments are limited and it lacks built-in audio.
The Samsung CF396 is a 23.5-inch curved VA monitor with Full HD resolution, 1800R curvature and eye-care features, targeting budget-conscious users who want an immersive display for casual gaming and office work.
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Screen Size (inches) | 23.6 inches | 23.5 inches | 25 inches | 27 inches | 23.8 inches | 24 inches | 27 inches | 27 inches | 23.8 inches | 27 inches | 24 inches |
Panel Type | VA | VA | TN | VA | VA | VA | VA | VA | VA | VA | VA |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 180 Hz | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | 180 Hz | 165 Hz | 75 Hz | 165 Hz | 240 Hz | 165 Hz | 75 Hz | 200 Hz |
Response Time (ms) | 1 ms | 4 ms | 1 ms | 1 ms | 4 ms | 8 ms | 1 ms | 1 ms | 1 ms | 4 ms | 1 ms |
HDR Support | true | — | — | true | true | — | true | — | true | false | true |
Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync | FreeSync | AMD FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium | — | AMD FreeSync Premium | FreeSync | AMD FreeSync Premium | AMD FreeSync | FreeSync |
Brightness (nits) | 250 nits | 250 nits | 300 nits | 250 nits | 250 nits | 250 nits | 250 nits | 280 nits | 250 nits | 250 nits | 300 nits |
Contrast Ratio | 3000 | 3000 | 1000 | 4000 | 3000 | 3000 | 2500 | 3000 | 3000 | 3000 | 4000 |
Color Gamut | 90% DCI-P3 | — | — | 102% sRGB, 72% NTSC | 72% NTSC | 85% sRGB | 72% NTSC | 99% sRGB | 72% NTSC | 119.3% sRGB | sRGB 110% |
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Tilt Range (degrees) | 28 degrees | -2 to 22 degrees | 20 degrees | -5 to 20 degrees | 20 degrees | 20 degrees | 25 degrees | 20 degrees | 20 degrees | 23 degrees | 20 degrees |
VESA Mount Compatibility | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | true | false | true |
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Typical Power Consumption (W) | 23.34 W | — | 27 W | 26-27 W | 20 W | — | 42 W | 30 W | 45 W | 48 W | — |
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Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the VG24VQER for delivering a high-refresh VA panel with deep contrast and vibrant colors at a budget price, highlighting its 180 Hz capability, 90% DCI-P3 coverage, and reliable FreeSync Premium. Criticism focuses on the limited ergonomic adjustments and the absence of G-Sync support, which may deter NVIDIA-centric gamers.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the monitor's sharp, colorful image and buttery-smooth gameplay, especially noting the included cables and easy setup. Recurring complaints revolve around occasional quality control issues, a cheap-feeling stand, and missing features like built-in speakers and quick source switching.
“Great picture quality for the price”
“Smooth gaming experience”
“Easy setup and included cables”
Professional reviewers rate the CF396 as a well-balanced budget monitor, praising its 1800R curvature, AMD FreeSync, and eye-comfort technologies while noting the limited 60 Hz refresh rate and lack of ergonomic adjustments keep it from competing with higher-end gaming displays.
Everyday users appreciate the monitor's immersive curve, vibrant colors, and eye-care features, highlighting its sleek design and easy setup as major positives. Common complaints focus on low brightness in bright rooms, the absence of height adjustment, the modest 60 Hz refresh rate, and limited connectivity options.
Professional reviewers praise the ultra-smooth 165 Hz performance and low input lag, but note the TN panel sacrifices color fidelity and the stand lacks adjustability.
Users love the smooth gameplay and value for money, though many complain about weak speakers and limited ergonomics.
Professional reviewers praise the VX2718-PC-MHD for delivering a high 180 Hz refresh rate and deep 1500R curvature at a budget price, noting the VA panel's strong contrast and FreeSync Premium as key differentiators. They caution that while input lag and color accuracy are acceptable, they fall short of premium standards, and the lack of height adjustment and HDMI limitations keep it from the top tier.
Everyday users consistently highlight the monitor's smooth, responsive gameplay and immersive curvature, calling it a great value and easy to set up. Recurring complaints focus on slight text fuzziness, the HDMI refresh ceiling, and the anti-glare coating's visual artifacts.
Professional reviewers commend the EX240N for delivering a high refresh rate and smooth FreeSync performance at an entry-level price, while also noting its strong contrast and useful eye-care features. However, they criticize its dim brightness, VA-panel response lag, fuzzy text, lack of USB connectivity and limited ergonomic adjustments.
Everyday users love the monitor's smooth 165 Hz gameplay, deep blacks and decent built-in speakers, appreciating its premium look for the cost. Common complaints revolve around blurry text, disappointing HDR, a confusing OSD and the absence of height adjustment or USB ports, with some reporting inverse ghosting when using overdrive.
Professional reviewers view the C248W-1920RN as a functional but underwhelming budget option, commending its contrast, flicker-free panel and thin bezels while criticizing the absence of Adaptive-Sync, limited ports and lack of ergonomic flexibility.
Everyday users appreciate the monitor's easy setup, sleek look and eye-friendly features, but repeatedly complain about washed-out colors, missing DisplayPort, weak built-in speakers and occasional missing accessories.
TechRadar and PCMag commend the Nitro series for delivering high refresh rates, low latency and an immersive curve at a compelling price, while noting the VA panel's limited gamut and lack of HDMI 2.1.
Users praise buttery-smooth gameplay and the adjustable stand, but complain about HDR input lag, modest speakers and occasional backlight clouding.
Reviewers applaud the ultra-high 240 Hz performance and FreeSync Premium, while warning that the 1080p panel on a 27" screen reduces pixel density and that VA panels lag IPS in dark-scene response.
Users love the fluid gameplay and immersion from the curvature, but many note the pixelation at 1080p and dislike the external power brick.
Professional reviewers commend the KG241Y Sbiip for delivering a high 165 Hz refresh rate and strong contrast at an entry-level price, while noting the VA panel's inherent smearing and the monitor's limited ergonomics and modest HDR implementation may deter hardcore competitive players.
Everyday users praise the monitor's affordability, vibrant colors, and ease of setup, often calling it a "steal" for 1080p gaming. Recurring complaints focus on the lack of built-in audio, noticeable ghosting in fast scenes, underwhelming HDR performance, and a wobble-prone stand.
Professional reviewers commend the S39C for its ergonomic 1000R curvature, modern fabric-back design, and eye-comfort technologies, noting the 75 Hz panel with FreeSync offers a noticeable upgrade over standard 60 Hz displays for casual use.
Everyday users appreciate the natural curve, sleek aesthetics, smoother 75 Hz experience, and eye-comfort features, often highlighting easy setup and built-in speakers for video calls.
Professional reviewers highlight the ES-G24F4L as a value-driven gaming monitor that punches above its weight with a 200 Hz panel, FreeSync, HDR10 and a wide 110% sRGB gamut, while noting ergonomic limitations and HDMI bandwidth constraints.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the monitor for its buttery-smooth gameplay, vibrant colors and effective eye-care features, though they note HDMI refresh limits, some backlight bleed, and the lack of height adjustment.
