Sceptre E255B
Score: 77/100
Acer Nitro KG241Y 23.8-inch
Score: 80/100Rankings
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 Sceptre 24.5-inch E255B-1658A offers a fast 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response on a TN panel with FreeSync Premium, delivering competitive eSports performance. However, its TN panel's narrow viewing angles, modest 300 cd/m² brightness, and stand wobble affect color accuracy and comfort. Suited for budget gamers focused on high frame rates rather than color fidelity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24.5 inchesbest | 23.8 inches | |
165 Hzbest | 165 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 1 msbest |
300 nitsbest | 250 nits | |
— | 99 %best | |
— | 3,000best | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.402 kgbest | 3.8 kg |
1best | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(4) | ||
Panel Type | TN | VA |
Screen Size (inches) | 24.5 inches | 23.8 inches |
Brightness (nits) | 300 nits | 250 nits |
Static Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 | 3000 |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 3 years |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (with stand) (kg) | 3.402 kg | 3.8 kg |
Width (with stand) (mm) | 558 mm | 540.26 mm |
Height (with stand) (mm) | 405 mm | 414.27 mm |
Tilt Range (degrees) | -5 to 15 degrees | 20 degrees |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | true | false |
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Professional reviewers praise the Sceptre E255B-1658A for its high 165 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response time, and broad FreeSync range, calling it a solid budget eSports monitor, but they note the TN panel's limited color fidelity and lower brightness compared to pricier rivals.
Consumers consistently highlight the smooth, tear-free gameplay and excellent value for money, while repeatedly mentioning drawbacks such as narrow viewing angles, modest brightness, and occasional stand wobble.
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.
