Best 240Hz Monitor

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Best 1080p 240Hz monitor

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The 240Hz monitors reviewed below are the best 1080p 240Hz monitors on the market. They all offer extreme performance coupled with ultra fast response times.

*April 2020 – Until recently only TN Panel monitors could achieve 1ms response times at 240Hz refresh rate. However, in October 2019 we saw the introduction of the world’s first 240hz IPS monitors offering extreme performance coupled with better colors and wider viewing angles than TN Panels can provide. Whilst we still expect TN panels to have the edge on performance, the gap has considerably narrowed and many gamers may want to consider the new generation of 240Hz IPS monitors that are being released throughout 2020.

Many of the major monitor brands make their monitors using panels manufactured by AU Optronics Corp. When different brands use the same panel type you can expect the performance to be similar. For example, the MSI Optix MAG251RX and ASUS TUF Gaming VG259QM are both made using the same AU Optronics IPS Panel. In most cases, your decision should come down to other factors like build quality, panel size, customer service, adaptive sync tech, and out of the box calibration.

Best TN 240Hz Monitors:

Best IPS 240Hz Monitors:

Best 1080p 240Hz Monitors:

Model	Released	Panel	Refresh Rate	Size	Response Time (advertised)	Price
Alienware 25 AW2518H	June 2017	TN	240Hz	24.5	1ms GtG	Check Price on Amazon
ASUS ROG Swift PG258Q	March 2017	TN	240Hz	24.5	1ms GtG	Check Price on Amazon
Acer Predator XN253QX	August 2019	TN	240Hz	24.5	0.4ms GtG	Check Price on Amazon
BenQ ZOWIE XL2546	July 2017	TN	240Hz	24.5	1ms GtG	Check Price on Amazon
AOC AGON AG251FG	August 2017	TN	240Hz	24.5	1ms GtG	Check Price on Amazon
AORUS KD25F	May 2019	TN	240Hz	24.5	0.5ms MPRT	Check Price on Amazon
HP OMEN X 25	July 2019	TN	240Hz	24.5	1ms GtG	Check Price on Amazon
Alienware AW2720HF	October 2019	IPS	240Hz	27	1ms GtG	Check Price on Amazon
Acer Nitro XV273X	October 2019	IPS	240Hz	27	1ms GtG	Check Price on Amazon
Viewsonic Elite XG270	November 2019	IPS	240Hz	27	1ms GtG	Check Price on Amazon
MSI Optix MAG251RX	January 2020	IPS	240Hz	24.5	1ms GtG	Check Price on Amazon
ASUS TUF Gaming VG259QM	April 2020	IPS	280Hz (OC)	24.5	1ms MPRT	Check Price on Amazon
LG 27GN750	February 2020	IPS	240Hz	27	1ms GtG	Check Price on Amazon

Best TN 240Hz 1080p Monitors:

1. Alienware 25 AW2518H Review

Pros – Slick, Premium Design | High Build Quality | Best Customer support

Cons – Average out of the box accuracy

The Alienware AW2518H is one of the most popular premium 1080p 240Hz monitors. It is the official gaming monitor powering the LCS, LEC, and League of Legends Global Esports events.

Performance: This monitor has extremely high performance but we wont compare this factor, See above for the reason why.

Design & Build Quality: As with most of Alienware products the black and silver design looks great and will appeal to most gamers. It has a very premium look and feel with a high-build quality. There are 3 lines of LEDs along the back together with the Alienware logo which can be configured to display a range of colors. There are thin bezels around the edges with a thicker one at the bottom side which contains the Alienware logo on the bottom right corner. The are a generous selection of ports hidden on the underside including 4 USB ports, although older connections like DVI are absent.

Adaptive Sync Technology: There are both G Sync (AW2518H) and FreeSync versions (AW2518F).

OSD, Calibration and Setup: Out of the box accuracy is average but acceptable by most users. There are multiple preset modes available but gaming professionals will need to spend some time customising the settings to get the most out of this monitor.

Other Considerations: One benefit is the fantastic customer support offered by Dell (Alienware is a subsidiary of Dell) if you have any technical issues with your monitor, for example if it is faulty, you can often easily secure a next day replacement.

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2. ASUS ROG Swift PG258Q Review

Pros – Comprehensive, easy to use OSD menu | Attractive design & stand

Cons – Average out of the box calibration

The ASUS ROG Swift PG258Q is ASUS’ flagship 1080p 240Hz monitor and is a popular choice for many gamers.

Performance: This monitor has extremely high performance but we wont compare this factor, See above for the reason why.

Design & Build Quality: The monitor has a stylish copper trimmed 3 pronged stand with a ASUS ROG logo light that projects down onto your desk. The light has 3 different intensities and can be turned off. The monitor has thin bezels which is good if you want a multi monitor setup. There is a HDMI, Displayport, 3 USB Ports and an audio jack. The ports and cables are nicely concealed around the back in a cavity with a detachable cover.

Adaptive Sync Technology: There are both G Sync (PG258Q) and FreeSync versions (XG258Q).

OSD, Calibration and Setup: The out of the box calibration is average and you will benefit from manually adjusting the Gamma, Contrast and RGB sliders. The good news is that the onscreen display menu is very comprehensive and easy to navigate, with either the built in joystick button or your keyboard and mouse. Like other ROG monitors you get a gameplus menu that allows you to easily turn on overlay features like FPS, crosshairs and timers. There is also the gamevisual menu that contains all the preset display modes like Racing(default), FPS, Cinematic, Scenary and RTS etc.

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3. Acer Predator XN253QX Review

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4. BenQ ZOWIE XL2546 Review

Pros – Dyac and black eQualiser tech | S-Switch | Minimalist design

Cons – No adaptive sync

The BenQ ZOWIE XL2546 is packed with features aimed directly at esports gamers, and boasts excellent blur reduction but you need to decide whether you can do without adaptive sync.

Performance: This monitor has extremely high performance but we wont compare this factor, See above for the reason why.

Design & Build Quality: The design is minimalistic and has a small but sturdy base which allows you to position your mouse and keyboard closer to the screen than many of the other monitors reviewed here. There are detachable shields on either side of the screen that are designed to help you avoid distractions during public gaming events. One unique features is the s-switch which is a small controller that fits into the monitor base that allows you to easily change between color presets or to navigate the OSD. There is one DVI port, 2 x HDMI, 1 x Display link on the back. On the side there are two USB ports, an audio jack and even a bar that pops out to hang your headphones on.

Adaptive Sync Technology: None. BenQ do not utilise G Sync or FreeSync so the refresh rate will always be 240hz. This is not an issue if you have a powerful enough PC to maintain 240 FPS, if your FPS drops then then you will experience some screen tearing, the effect becomes more noticeable the lower your frame rate drops.

OSD, Calibration and Setup: As with many of the monitors the out of the box color accuracy is poor and you need to spend some time adjusting the colors to make it look better.

Other Considerations: The monitor has some unique features for gaming. Firstly there is Dyac (Dynamic accuracy) which is BenQ Zowies proprietary technology to reduce eye tracking motion blur. It works in a similar way to NVIDIA ULMB (Ultra low motion blur) which can be turned off/on in G-Sync monitors, however Dyac is always on. Seconding is the Black eQualizer setting with increases the visibility in dark scenes without overexposing the bright areas, allowing you to spot enemies hiding in dark areas.

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5. AOC AGON AG251FG Review

Pros – Good out of the box color accuracy | Solid metal stand

Cons – Below average OSD controls and features

Performance: This monitor has extremely high performance but we wont compare this factor, See above for the reason why.

Design & Build Quality: AOC have gone with their trademark metal stand with a v-shape base. The bezels are quite thin, 10.5mm on the sides and thicker on the bottom. The underside of the monitor is V-shaped with the displayport and HDMI port on the right, and two USB and audio jacks on the right. There is a headphone jack on the back with an arm that folds down to hang your headphones off.

Adaptive Sync Technology: There are both G Sync (AG251FG) and FreeSync versions (AG251FZ).

OSD, Calibration and Setup: The OSD is controlled by buttons on the right hand underside of the monitor and is below average in terms of features when compared to similar monitors. However the out of the box the color accuracy is good.

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6. AORUS KD25F Review

Pros – Very Fast | Good out of box calibration

Cons – Not VESA Compatible

The AORUS KD25F is one of the fastest 24.5-Inch 1080p 240Hz TN Panel monitors and was released in May 2019.

Performance: This monitor contains a Full HD 240Hz TN Panel and is marketed with a 0.5ms MPRT response time. It is incredibly responsive and perfect for e-sports and fast-paced gaming. In testing, it outperforms many of the other TN panel monitors.

Design & Build Quality: The design quality above average, featuring borderless bezels on 3 sides and a sturdy metal stand. There is RGB lighting on the back of the monitor but the downside is there is no VESA mount. There is are 3 USB ports, audio jacks, 1 x display port 1.2, and 2 x HDMI ports on the back.

OSD, Calibration and Setup: The OSD is controlled by a joystick at the bottom of the monitor. There is a large range of calibration options and gaming features. There are seven preset modes and the out of the box settings are quite accurate.

Adaptive Sync Technology: Freesync and G-Sync Compatible

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7. HP OMEN X 25 Review

Pros – Very Fast | Premium Build Quality

Cons – No Swivel Stand

The HP Omen X 25 is one of the fastest 24.5-Inch 1080p 240Hz TN Panel monitors and was released in July 2019. There is also a freesync version called the HP Omen X 25F.

Performance: This monitor contains a Full HD 240Hz TN Panel and is marketed with a 1ms GtG response time. This is one of the fastest 240Hz TN panels available. The pixel response time in testing is one of the best and comparable to the Aorus KD25F.

Design & Build Quality: The build quality premium, featuring borderless bezels on 3 sides and a sturdy metal stand. The stand allows you to adjust height and tilt but not swivel. The Omen logo on the bottom bezel lights up and the color and effect can be customized. There is are 3 USB ports, audio jacks, 1 x display port 1.2, and 2 x HDMI ports on the back.

OSD, Calibration and Setup: The OSD is controlled by a joystick at the bottom right side. Out of the box color accuracy is pretty good. There are eight preset modes together with a huge range of calibration and gaming features.

Adaptive Sync Technology: G-Sync (There is also an HP Omen X 25F Freesync model)

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Best IPS 240Hz 1080p Monitors:

1. Alienware AW2720HF Review

Pros – Premium Alienware Design | High Build Quality | Best Customer support

Cons – Average out of the box accuracy

The Alienware AW2720HF is Alienwares first 240Hz IPS monitor. As such, It offers extreme performance with richer colors and better viewing angles than the Alienware AW2518H. There will also be a 25 inch version released very soon, the AW2521HF.

Performance: This is one of the worlds first monitors to feature the ultrafast AU Optronics 27-inch 240hz 1080p IPS panel with 1ms G2G response times, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 400 cd/m2 brightness, 178/178 viewing angles with a standard 99% sRGB colour gamut. Therefore, you can expect amazing performance with wider viewing angles and higher contrast than a TN panel. Note that this monitor uses the same panel as the Acer Nitro AV273X.

Design & Build Quality: As expected with Alienware, the design is excellent. The front panel is matte black and the rear has a satin silver premium plastic finish. On the back there are customizable LEDs on both the neck and the Alienware logo. In addition there are a generous selection of ports found under a removable cover on the back and the stand provides excellent cable management. In terms of connectivity there is 1 x DisplayPort 1.2a connector, 2 x HDMI 2.0 , a 4-port USB 3.1 and a lineout and headphone jack.

Adaptive Sync Technology: Freesync and G-Sync Compatible

OSD, Calibration and Setup: Out of the box accuracy is average and it takes a little bit of time to adjust the settings to get the best out of the monitor.

Other Considerations: One benefit is the fantastic customer support offered by Dell. If you have any technical issues with your monitor, for example if it is faulty, you can often easily secure a next day replacement. Most countries offer a 3 year Dell Warranty.

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2. Acer Nitro XV273X Review

Pros – Worlds first IPS 240hz monitor | Low Response Time

Cons –

The Acer Nitro XV273X is the worlds first 240Hz Monitor with an IPS Panel. It was released in October 2019 before a 24.5 inch model the Acer Nitro XV253Q X.

Performance: This is the worlds first monitor to feature the ultrafast AU Optronics 27-inch 240hz 1080p IPS panel with 1ms G2G response times, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 400 cd/m2 brightness, 178/178 viewing angles with a standard 99% sRGB colour gamut. As such, you can expect amazing performance with wider viewing angles and higher contrast than a TN panel. Note that Acer advertise the 27-Inch monitor as capable of a 0.1ms minimum GtG response time but it remains to be proven if this can be achieved under regular conditions.

Design & Build Quality: The design is clean and simple with a matte black finish and features narrow bezels at the top and sides. The stand offers both tilt and swivel adjustments. There are 4 x USB ports, audio jack, display port 1.4 and 2 x HDMI ports and 2 x 2W Speakers. There is a joystick on the back for controlling the OSD.

Adaptive Sync Technology: Both FreeSync and G-Sync Compatibility

Other Considerations: You may want to consider the 24.5 Inch version depending how close you sit to your screen. Many gamers prefer the smaller screen size for 1080p gaming.

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3. Viewsonic Elite XG270 Review

Pros – More Affordable | Mouse Cable Anchors & Headphone Hook

Cons – Basic Design | No Cable Management

The Viewsonic Elite XG270 is one of the worlds first 240Hz IPS monitor. As such, It offers extreme performance with richer colors and better viewing angles than TN panel monitors.

Design & Build Quality: The build quality is relatively basic and the main reason why this is more affordable when compared to the Alienware and Acer alternatives. The monitor is matte black and has relatively thing bezels, with the Elite logo in the middle of the thicker, bottom bezel. In addition there are customizable LED lights found on the back and underside of the monitor. We like that they added both a headphone hook and mouse cable anchors. In terms of connectivity there is 1 x DisplayPort 1.2a connector, 2 x HDMI 2.0 , 3 x USB 3.1 Ports, 3.5mm Audio and 2 x 3W Inbuilt Speakers

Adaptive Sync Technology: Freesync and G-Sync Compatible

OSD, Calibration and Setup: The OSD is controller by a small joystick and buttons on the underside of the bottom bezel. Viewsonic also announced the Elite ALLY, a USB peripheral to quickly and easily control your monitor settings.

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4. MSI OPTIX MAG251RX Review

Pros – Fast Response Times for IPS | Good out of box calibration

Cons – Average Build Quality | No Monitor Rotation

The MSI Optix MAG251RX is one of the many new generations of 24.5-Inch 1080p 240Hz IPS monitors with 1ms GtG response times and was released in January 2020.

Performance: This monitor contains the latest IPS 1080p 240Hz panel by AU Optronics with 178° wide viewing angles, a 400-nit peak brightness, a 1,000:1 static contrast ratio and ~100% sRGB color gamut. Running in its fastest overdrive mode the monitor offers response times comparable to some TN panels.

Design & Build Quality: The design quality is fairly average, not looking overly cheap or premium. The bezels are narrow and there is an RGD LED strip on the back together with an esports logo. The plastic stand is quite strong and allows you to adjust the height, and tilt but it cant be rotated. There is a USB HUB, USB C, audio jack, display port 1.2, and 2 x HDMI ports on the back.

OSD, Calibration and Setup: The OSD is controlled by a joystick on the back. There are a good range of presets and calibration options. Out of the box, the color accuracy and calibration is much better than average. The contrast ratio is great for an IPS monitor.

Adaptive Sync Technology: Freesync and G-Sync Compatible

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5. ASUS TUF Gaming VG259QM Review

Pros – Good out of the box calibration | Very Low Backlight Bleed

Cons – ELMB reduces Brightness significantly

The ASUS TUF Gaming VG259QM is one of the many new generations of 24.5-Inch 1080p 240Hz IPS monitors with 1ms (MPRT) response times and was released in April 2020. Note that there is also a 27-Inch version, the ASUS VG279QM.

Performance: Whilst using a similar panel to many of the latest generation of IPS 1080p 240hz monitors, ASUS has added the option to overclock it to 280Hz. The difference in refresh rate is really noticeable if you compare it side by side with a 240Hz monitor. The ELMB (extreme low motion blur) sync feature does a great job at reducing motion blur but turning it on has a significant impact on the brightness levels. This could become a problem if you are using it in a well-lit room.

Design & Build Quality: Whilst not as premium as ASUS ROG monitors, the design quality is still above average. The plastic stand is quite sturdy and allows you to adjust the height, tilt, and rotation but not swivel. There is an audio jack, display port 1.2, and 2 x HDMI ports on the back.

OSD, Calibration and Setup: The OSD is controlled by a clickable joystick. A nice touch is that all of the most commonly used options appear on the first screen. There are not a huge amount of options to calibrate but the default “racing mode” preset is well setup. It features some of the lowest backlight bleed compared to many other IPS monitors.

Adaptive Sync Technology: Freesync and G-Sync Compatible

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6. LG 27GN750 Review

Pros – Incredible performance | Great color accuracy

Cons – Backlight bleed noticeable | Stand not very Sturdy

The LG 27GN750 is one of the many new generations of 27-Inch 1080p 240Hz IPS monitors with 1ms response times and was released in February 2020.

Performance: Boasting an advertised 1ms g2g response time, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 400 cd/m2 brightness, 178/178 viewing angles, 16.7m color depth, and 99% sRGB gamut. You can expect amazing gaming performance and great color accuracy. It holds up well against similar IPS monitors but can’t compete with the response times of the latest generation TN panels.

Design & Build Quality: The design is similar to LGs other gaming monitors with 3 very thin bezels and a triangular base. Unfortunately, the stand is plastic and is not very sturdy, especially is you raise the monitor height. The stand allows you to adjust height, tilt, and rotation but not swivel. There are 3 x USB ports, audio jack, display port 1.4, and 2 x HDMI ports on the back. A hook on the back of the stand allows for some cable management.

OSD, Calibration and Setup: The OSD is controlled by a joystick on the bottom of the monitor and there are several presets. The out of the box color accuracy is great but the panel suffers from some backlight bleed in dark scenes.

Adaptive Sync Technology: G-Sync Compatible

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