Sceptre C275W-1920RN
Score: 77/100
Asus VG249QL3A
Score: 78/100Rankings
The ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A is a 24-inch Fast IPS monitor that excels in refresh rate and response time, making it ideal for competitive gamers, while offering solid ergonomics and eye-care features.
The Sceptre Curved 27-inch Prime Monitor delivers a smooth 100 Hz experience, decent color coverage and built-in speakers at a budget price, making it suitable for casual gaming and everyday productivity. Eye-comfort features and VESA mounting add flexibility, though users note slow wake-up and occasional model inconsistencies.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
27 inchesbest | 24 inches | |
100 Hz | 180 Hzbest | |
280 nits | 350 nitsbest | |
4,000 ratiobest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 ms | 1 msbest |
2 countbest | 2 countbest | |
— | 1 countbest | |
20 degreesbest | — |
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Display(6) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 27 inches | 24 inches |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 100 Hz | 180 Hz |
Panel Type | VA | Fast IPS |
Brightness (nits) | 280 nits | 350 nits |
Contrast Ratio (ratio) | 4000 ratio | 1000:1 ratio |
Response Time (ms) | 5 ms | 1 ms |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (degrees) | 20 degrees | +23 to -5 degrees |
Warranty & Power(2) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 36 months |
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 26 W | 18 W |
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Reviewers praise the monitor's high refresh rate, immersive curvature and solid sRGB coverage, while noting the VA panel's limited brightness and the lack of premium build quality.
Everyday users appreciate the smooth motion and built-in speakers, but many complain about the long wake-up delay and occasional missing DisplayPort.
Professional reviewers praise the VG249QL3A for its ultra-smooth 180 Hz panel, 1 ms response, ELMB motion clarity and ergonomic flexibility, noting the missing USB-C and HDR as acceptable trade-offs for its price.
Users love the buttery-smooth gameplay and adjustable stand, but complain about the lack of USB-C, modest speakers and the perceived pixel stretch at 1080p.
“Slow wake-up time: Users report 15-30 seconds to wake from sleep, causing issues with KVM switches and boot selection”
“Inconsistent model shipping: Some buyers received C275W-1920RND1 instead of ordered C275W-FW100T, lacking DisplayPort”
“High refresh rate for price (up to 100 Hz); 1500R curved VA panel provides immersive viewing”
