Gigabyte GS27FC
Score: 73/100
ASUS VA249QG
Score: 83/100Rankings
The ASUS VA249QG is a 23.8" IPS monitor that combines Full HD resolution with a 120 Hz refresh rate and eye-care features, targeting office, study, and casual gaming use. It offers solid color accuracy and basic ergonomics but lacks height adjustment and high-brightness performance.
A 27-inch curved VA gaming monitor offering a native 180 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms MPRT response and HDR Ready support, but with limited ergonomic adjustments and modest brightness.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
27 inchesbest | 23.8 inches | |
180 Hzbest | 120 Hz | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 1 msbest |
250 nits | 300 nitsbest | |
3,000best | 1,500 | |
108 %best | 99 % | |
2best | 1 | |
1best | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(7) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 27 inches | 23.8 inches |
Panel Type | VA | IPS |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 180 Hz | 120 Hz |
HDR Support | true | false |
Brightness (nits) | 250 nits | 300 nits |
Contrast Ratio | 3000 | 1500 |
Color Gamut (sRGB %) (%) | 108 % | 99 % |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 1 |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (°) | 25 ° | 28 ° |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | false | true |
Power & Warranty(1) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 18 W | 13 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the GS27FC for its outstanding contrast, accurate colors and ultra-fast response, noting deep blacks and low input lag, while calling out the weak overdrive and backlight strobe artifacts.
Everyday users love the plug-and-play simplicity, aggressive price-to-performance ratio and immersive curved display, but complain about the limited ergonomics and stand stability.
Professional reviewers consider the VA249QG a well-rounded, budget-friendly monitor that stands out for its 120 Hz IPS panel and eye-care features, making it a solid choice for office work, students, and casual gamers.
Everyday users appreciate the reduced eye strain, smooth 120 Hz performance, accurate colors, and frameless design, while noting weak speakers and a wobbly stand.
“"Plug and play" - Newegg”
“"Great price for a person on a budget with great features" - Newegg”
“"Games look amazing" - Newegg”
