Sceptre E255B
Score: 77/100
Asus VG248QG
Score: 82/100Rankings
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 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 | 24 inches | |
165 Hzbest | 165 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 ms | 0.5 msbest |
300 nits | 350 nitsbest | |
— | 1,000best | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.402 kgbest | 5.216 kg |
1best | 1best | |
2best | 1 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 1 |
Display(4) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 24.5 inches | 24 inches |
Response Time (ms) | 1 ms | 0.5 ms |
Brightness (nits) | 300 nits | 350 nits |
Static Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 | 1000 |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 3 years |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (with stand) (kg) | 3.402 kg | 5.216 kg |
Width (with stand) (mm) | 558 mm | 560.9 mm |
Height (with stand) (mm) | 405 mm | 358.9 mm |
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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 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.
