Buying Guide
The Best 240Hz Monitors
Five monitors compared, from the G25F2A to the VG279QM5A, with the trade-offs of each named.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read5 products evaluated
240Hz is the sweet spot for competitive play on mid to high-end GPUs. Every pick runs at 240Hz, ordered from the lowest price.
Our comparison rests on published figures for refresh rate, resolution and size; where a maker leaves out adaptive sync, we say so, and no figure here comes from our own testing.
Quick Picks
Which of the 5 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Also Consider
GIGABYTE G25F2AA 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing.
Best for: Buyers who want 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing.
Check price for GIGABYTE G25F2A on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Strong Alternative
Dell 24 SE2426HG 240Hz240Hz at a budget price tier.
Best for: Buyers who want 240Hz at a budget price tier.
Check price for Dell 24 SE2426HG 240Hz on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Worth a Look
ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM5A240Hz at a budget price tier.
Best for: Buyers who want 240Hz at a budget price tier.
Check price for ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM5A on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Solid Runner-Up
Dell 27 SE2726HG 240Hz240Hz on a 27-inch 1080p panel.
Best for: Buyers who want 240Hz on a 27-inch 1080p panel.
Check price for Dell 27 SE2726HG 240Hz on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Premium Pick
ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM5AA 27-inch 1080p panel at 240Hz at the highest price in the group.
Best for: Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor, since the G25F2A costs less.
Check price for ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM5A on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| A 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing. | Buyers who want 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing. | Check price for GIGABYTE G25F2A on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| 240Hz at a budget price tier. | Buyers who want 240Hz at a budget price tier. | Check price for Dell 24 SE2426HG 240Hz on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| 240Hz at a budget price tier. | Buyers who want 240Hz at a budget price tier. | Check price for ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM5A on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| 240Hz on a 27-inch 1080p panel. | Buyers who want 240Hz on a 27-inch 1080p panel. | Check price for Dell 27 SE2726HG 240Hz on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A 27-inch 1080p panel at 240Hz at the highest price in the group. | Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor, since the G25F2A costs less. | Check price for ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM5A on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Also Consider1 of 5
GIGABYTE G25F2A
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 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when hDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification is a problem.
Why we like it
It is the pick for fast games. On screen size it sits mid-pack at 24.5 inches: the SE2726HG comes in at 27 inches, and the VG249QM5A comes in at 23.8 inches. No other pick in this guide offers a SuperSpeed IPS panel; compare the SE2726HG, which has a fast IPS panel.
No other pick in this guide offers a 120% sRGB color gamut; compare the SE2726HG, which has 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.
Key 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
- Screen size of 24.5 inches, behind the SE2726HG (27 inches)
The catch
The main gap: screen size of 24.5 inches, behind the SE2726HG (27 inches). If that matters, the SE2726HG comes in at 27 inches.
Strong Alternative2 of 5
Dell 24 SE2426HG 240Hz
The SE2426HG is Dell's 23.8-inch 240Hz Fast IPS model with 99% sRGB coverage.
Best for
- Buyers who want 240Hz at a budget price tier.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: screen size of 23.8 inches, behind the SE2726HG (27 inches).
Why we like it
It costs about $100 at the time of writing. On screen size it ties with the VG249QM5A at 23.8 inches. You also get 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. Worth noting: a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles. The main gap: screen size of 23.8 inches, behind the SE2726HG (27 inches). If that matters, the SE2726HG comes in at 27 inches.
Key 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
- Screen size of 23.8 inches, behind the SE2726HG (27 inches)
Worth a Look3 of 5
ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QM5A
The VG249QM5A is the smallest 240Hz TUF screen at 23.8 inches, with a three-year warranty.
Best for
- Buyers who want 240Hz at a budget price tier.
Skip if
- Skip it if screen size matters most to you; the SE2726HG offers 27 inches.
Why we like it
It is one of the cheapest 240Hz monitors here at the time of writing. It matches the SE2426HG on screen size (23.8 inches). You also get 240Hz at a budget price tier and 99% sRGB coverage.
At 1080p, 240Hz 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 priced above the SE2426HG and below the SE2726HG at the time of writing. It gives ground on screen size, where the SE2726HG comes in at 27 inches.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 240Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 23.8 inches
- Panel
- Fast IPS
- Color gamut
- 99% sRGB
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync Premium, G-SYNC Compatible
- Warranty
- 3-year
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 99% sRGB colour coverage
- FreeSync Premium, G-SYNC Compatible to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- Screen size trails the SE2726HG (27 inches)
- Costs more than the G25F2A at the time of writing
Solid Runner-Up4 of 5
Dell 27 SE2726HG 240Hz
Dell's SE2726HG runs a 27-inch 1080p Fast IPS panel at 240Hz with 99% sRGB coverage.
Best for
- Buyers who want 240Hz on a 27-inch 1080p panel.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the G25F2A cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It is a big-screen route to 240Hz for less. FreeSync Premium and HDMI VRR cover both PC and console play. It lists 240Hz, a 0.5ms response, FreeSync Premium with HDMI VRR and 99% sRGB coverage on a fast IPS panel.
It matches the VG279QM5A on screen size (27 inches). At 1080p, 240Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the G25F2A at the time of writing. It was priced above the VG249QM5A and below the VG279QM5A at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 240Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 27 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 on a 27-inch 1080p panel
Cons
- Costs more than the G25F2A at the time of writing
Premium Pick5 of 5
ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM5A
The VG279QM5A is built around a 27-inch 1080p panel at 240Hz, with a 3-year warranty on top.
Best for
- Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor, since the G25F2A costs less.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the G25F2A cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
On the spec sheet, it offers a 240Hz refresh rate and offers a 27 inches screen size. It also offers 99% sRGB coverage. At 1080p, 240Hz 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. You also get this: a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion. Worth noting: a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles.
At our last price check it topped the group, with the SE2726HG the nearest cheaper option. Refresh rate is its weakest area, and the G25F2A covers it better at 240Hz.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 240Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 27 inches
- Panel
- Fast IPS
- Color gamut
- 99% sRGB
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync Premium, G-SYNC Compatible
- Warranty
- 3-year
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- a Fast IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 99% sRGB colour coverage
- FreeSync Premium, G-SYNC Compatible to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- Costs more than the G25F2A at the time of writing
How We Chose These 240Hz Monitors
Alex Morgan compared the manufacturer specifications, connectivity, warranty terms and compatibility of every pick. Figures come from the makers unless a third-party source is named; we did not test these products ourselves.
- The figures behind the order
- We compared five monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel, using each maker's published specs. These are research figures, not bench results: 2 of 5 picks leave out adaptive sync.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the G25F2A to the VG279QM5A, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The SE2426HG and the SE2726HG give no adaptive sync; the G25F2A, the SE2426HG and the SE2726HG give no warranty.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the G25F2A ($50 to $100) to the VG279QM5A ($150 to $250).
What to Look for in a 240Hz Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
How much screen size you need
The SE2726HG tops screen size at 27 inches and the VG249QM5A sits lowest at 23.8 inches; 2 picks share the top figure. Start with the SE2726HG if screen size decides it.
Color gamut
The G25F2A lists 120% sRGB; the SE2426HG, the VG249QM5A, the SE2726HG and the VG279QM5A list 99% sRGB. Settling color gamut first narrows 5 picks to 4 or 1.
A large monitor showing a game on a low media unit Features beyond the spec table
The SE2426HG: 99% sRGB coverage. The VG249QM5A: a 3-year warranty. The SE2726HG: PC and console tear-free play.
Where your budget lands
$50 to $100 buys the G25F2A and the SE2426HG; $100 to $150 buys the VG249QM5A and the SE2726HG; $150 to $250 buys the VG279QM5A at our last check.
A gaming monitor on a desk with purple bias lighting Choose a refresh rate you can reach
A higher refresh rate only helps when your PC delivers matching frame rates. 144Hz to 180Hz suits most players; 240Hz and above rewards competitive shooters.
How to Choose a 240Hz Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who want 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing | G25F2A | A 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing |
| Buyers who want 240Hz at a budget price tier | SE2426HG | 240Hz at a budget price tier |
| Buyers who want 240Hz at a budget price tier | VG249QM5A | 240Hz at a budget price tier |
| Buyers who want 240Hz on a 27-inch 1080p panel | SE2726HG | 240Hz on a 27-inch 1080p panel |
| Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor, since the G25F2A costs less | VG279QM5A | A 27-inch 1080p panel at 240Hz at the highest price in the group |
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Key specs side by side
The SE2726HG leads on screen size at 27 inches, ahead of the VG279QM5A at 27 inches.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G25F2A | 240Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 24.5 inches | SuperSpeed IPS |
| SE2426HG | 240Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 23.8 inches | Fast IPS |
| VG249QM5A | 240Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 23.8 inches | Fast IPS |
| SE2726HG | 240Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 27 inches | Fast IPS |
| VG279QM5A | 240Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 27 inches | Fast IPS |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the G25F2A, sat in the $50 to $100 tier, 3 tiers in all up to the VG279QM5A at $150 to $250; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $50 to $100 | G25F2A, SE2426HG |
| About $100 to $150 | VG249QM5A, SE2726HG |
| About $150 to $250 | VG279QM5A |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the VG279QM5A worth paying more than the G25F2A?
The spec sheets show screen size (27 inches against 24.5 inches) in its favour. The G25F2A sat in the $50 to $100 tier and the VG279QM5A in the $150 to $250 tier when we checked, with 3 other picks between them; pay the difference only if screen size decides your purchase.
What makes the VG279QM5A the Premium Pick?
It earns the label for a 27-inch 1080p panel at 240Hz at the highest price in the group. The G25F2A, the cheapest pick, sat in the $50 to $100 tier against $150 to $250 here, without out-ranking it on any listed spec. It makes sense for buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor, since the G25F2A costs less.
Do the G25F2A and the SE2426HG differ on panel?
The G25F2A uses SuperSpeed IPS; the SE2426HG, the VG249QM5A, the SE2726HG and the VG279QM5A use Fast IPS.
Beyond the specs, what sets the G25F2A and the SE2426HG apart?
The G25F2A: a 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing. The SE2426HG: 240Hz at a budget price tier. The VG249QM5A: 240Hz at a budget price tier.
Should I pick the G25F2A or the VG279QM5A?
The G25F2A suits buyers who want 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing; the VG279QM5A suits buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor, since the G25F2A costs less.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the G25F2A, chosen for a 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing. Look at the SE2426HG for 240Hz at a budget price tier, the VG249QM5A for 240Hz at a budget price tier and the SE2726HG for 240Hz on a 27-inch 1080p panel if those matter more to you.
Use DisplayPort for full 240Hz at 1440p.
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PC Hardware Editor
Alex covers PC hardware, monitors, components, upgrades and peripherals for The PC Journal, with a focus on helping readers understand specifications, compatibility and meaningful product trade-offs.
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