Buying Guide
The Best 24-Inch 240Hz Gaming Monitors
Three monitors ranked on refresh rate and screen size, where the AW2525HM has the highest refresh rate; the G25F2A is the cheapest route in.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read3 products evaluated
A 24 or 25-inch 240Hz monitor is the esports standard. Every pick is between 23.8 and 25 inches at 240Hz or more, ordered from the lowest price.
The order reflects refresh rate, resolution and size from maker specifications; a missing response is flagged, not filled in rather than guess, since we have not benched them.
Quick Picks
Our 3 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
SuperSpeed IPS Panel
GIGABYTE G25F2A
A superSpeed IPS panel.
Best for: Buyers who want a superSpeed IPS panel.
Our take Check price for GIGABYTE G25F2A (opens in a new tab)
Fast IPS Panel
Dell 24 SE2426HG 240Hz
A fast IPS panel.
Best for: Buyers who want a fast IPS panel.
Our take Check price for Dell 24 SE2426HG 240Hz (opens in a new tab)
Fastest Refresh
Alienware AW2525HM
The highest refresh rate here (320Hz).
Best for: Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Our take Check price for Alienware AW2525HM (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| A superSpeed IPS panel. | Buyers who want a superSpeed IPS panel. | Check price for GIGABYTE G25F2A (opens in a new tab) |
| A fast IPS panel. | Buyers who want a fast IPS panel. | Check price for Dell 24 SE2426HG 240Hz (opens in a new tab) |
| The highest refresh rate here (320Hz). | Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates. | Check price for Alienware AW2525HM (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
SuperSpeed IPS Panel1 of 3
GIGABYTE G25F2A on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The G25F2A runs a 24.5-inch IPS panel at 240Hz with FreeSync Premium at a price that used to buy 144Hz.
Best for
- Buyers who want a superSpeed IPS panel.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: hDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification.
Why we like it
It is the pick for fast games. On refresh rate it ties with the SE2426HG at 240Hz. It matches the AW2525HM on screen size (24.5 inches).
A SuperSpeed IPS panel is unique to it among these picks, while the AW2525HM uses an IPS panel. A 120% sRGB color gamut is unique to it among these picks, while the AW2525HM uses a 99% sRGB color gamut. It also offers a 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing.
At 1080p, 240Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older. What it gives up: refresh rate of 240Hz, behind the AW2525HM (320Hz); by contrast, the AW2525HM offers 320Hz.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size: 24.5 inches
- Panel: SuperSpeed IPS
- Response: 1ms
- HDR: HDR10
- Color gamut: 120% sRGB
- Adaptive sync: FreeSync Premium
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- a SuperSpeed IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 120% sRGB colour coverage
- FreeSync Premium to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- HDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification
- Refresh rate of 240Hz, behind the AW2525HM (320Hz)
Fast IPS Panel2 of 3
Dell 24 SE2426HG 240Hz on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The SE2426HG is Dell's 23.8-inch 240Hz Fast IPS model with 99% sRGB coverage.
Best for
- Buyers who want a fast IPS panel.
Skip if
- Skip it if refresh rate matters most to you; the AW2525HM offers 320Hz.
Why we like it
It costs about $100 at the time of writing. On refresh rate it ties with the G25F2A at 240Hz. Its 23.8 inches screen size is the smallest in this group; the G25F2A leads at 24.5 inches.
You get a fast IPS panel here, which sets it apart from the AW2525HM and its an IPS panel. It shares a 99% sRGB color gamut with the AW2525HM; the G25F2A goes with a 120% sRGB color gamut. It also comes with 240Hz at a budget price tier and a 23.8-inch size for close desks.
At 1080p, 240Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older. It gives ground on refresh rate, where the AW2525HM offers 320Hz.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size: 23.8 inches
- Panel: Fast IPS
- Color gamut: 99% sRGB
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 99% sRGB colour coverage
- 240Hz at a budget price tier
Cons
- Refresh rate trails the AW2525HM (320Hz)
- Screen size trails the G25F2A (24.5 inches)
Fastest Refresh3 of 3
Alienware AW2525HM on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Alienware's AW2525HM runs a 24.5-inch 1080p IPS panel at 320Hz with 99% sRGB coverage.
Best for
- Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the G25F2A was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It targets competitive shooters on a mid-range PC. On refresh rate it leads this guide at 320Hz, ahead of the G25F2A (240Hz). On screen size it ties with the G25F2A at 24.5 inches.
No other pick in this guide offers an IPS panel; compare the G25F2A, which has a SuperSpeed IPS panel. Like the SE2426HG, it has a 99% sRGB color gamut, while the G25F2A uses a 120% sRGB color gamut. It also offers a 0.5ms response time and Alienware styling at a mid price tier.
At 1080p, 320Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older. G-SYNC Compatible works on NVIDIA cards over DisplayPort, and FreeSync covers AMD cards. It was the highest-priced of the 3 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the SE2426HG and the rest.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 320Hz
- Resolution: 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size: 24.5 inches
- Panel: IPS
- Response: 0.5ms
- Color gamut: 99% sRGB
- Adaptive sync: G-SYNC Compatible
Pros
- a 320Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 99% sRGB colour coverage
- G-SYNC Compatible to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- Costs more than the G25F2A at the time of writing
How We Chose These 24-Inch 240Hz Gaming Monitors
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- How these picks were ranked
- We compared three monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel from manufacturer specifications. We did not test them in-house.
- What every pick has in common
- All 3, from the G25F2A to the AW2525HM, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The SE2426HG gives no response; the SE2426HG gives no adaptive sync.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the G25F2A ($50 to $100) to the AW2525HM ($150 to $250).
What to Look for in a 24-Inch 240Hz Gaming Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate
Here refresh rate runs from 240Hz on the SE2426HG to 320Hz on the AW2525HM. Start with the AW2525HM if refresh rate decides it.
Screen size across these picks
Here screen size runs from 23.8 inches on the SE2426HG to 24.5 inches on the G25F2A. The G25F2A is the pick for screen size.
Response
The G25F2A lists 1ms; the AW2525HM lists 0.5ms. Rule out the mismatches before looking at price.
Extras that separate them
The G25F2A: a 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing. The SE2426HG: 99% sRGB coverage. The AW2525HM: a 0.5ms response time.
Where your budget lands
$50 to $100 buys the G25F2A and the SE2426HG; $150 to $250 buys the AW2525HM at our last check.
How to Choose a 24-Inch 240Hz Gaming Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who want a superSpeed IPS panel | G25F2A | A superSpeed IPS panel |
| Buyers who want a fast IPS panel | SE2426HG | A fast IPS panel |
| Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates | AW2525HM | The highest refresh rate here (320Hz) |
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Key specs side by side
The AW2525HM leads on refresh rate at 320Hz, ahead of the G25F2A at 240Hz.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G25F2A | 240Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 24.5 inches | SuperSpeed IPS |
| SE2426HG | 240Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 23.8 inches | Fast IPS |
| AW2525HM | 320Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 24.5 inches | IPS |
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By price at the time of writing
The G25F2A was the lowest-priced pick and the AW2525HM the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $50 to $100 | G25F2A, SE2426HG |
| About $150 to $250 | AW2525HM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the G25F2A compare with the AW2525HM on refresh rate?
The AW2525HM leads at 320Hz, with the G25F2A at 240Hz.
What does the AW2525HM add over the G25F2A?
On paper it adds refresh rate (320Hz against 240Hz). The G25F2A was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
Why is the G25F2A our SuperSpeed IPS Panel pick?
It earns the label for a superSpeed IPS panel. It suits anyone who wants a superSpeed IPS panel.
Do the G25F2A and the SE2426HG differ on panel?
The G25F2A uses SuperSpeed IPS; the SE2426HG uses Fast IPS; the AW2525HM uses IPS.
What extras do the G25F2A and the SE2426HG include?
The G25F2A: a 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing. The SE2426HG: 240Hz at a budget price tier. The AW2525HM: 320Hz at 1080p.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the G25F2A, chosen for a superSpeed IPS panel. Look at the SE2426HG for a fast IPS panel if those matter more to you.
Use DisplayPort for 240Hz and a short cable.