Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Monitors for RTX 5060
Five monitors compared, from the G24B36N to the G25F2A, with the trade-offs of each named.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read5 products evaluated
The RTX 5060 is built for 1080p, where it can drive high refresh rates in most games. Every pick is a 1080p monitor at 144Hz or more, ordered from the lowest price.
This is a research roundup, not a lab test: refresh rate, resolution and size come from each maker's published specs; a missing HDR is flagged, not filled in, 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.
Lowest Price Here
AOC G24B36NUndercutting the Dell SE2426H on price when we checked.
Best for: Keeping the cost under $100.
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Also Consider
Dell SE2426H 24-inchUltra-thin bezels.
Best for: Buyers who want ultra-thin bezels.
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Strong Alternative
Westinghouse 24-inch Curved 165Hz Gaming MonitorA 3000:1 contrast ratio from its VA panel.
Best for: Buyers who want 3000:1 contrast ratio from its VA panel.
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Worth a Look
MSI PRO MP243L E14A 4-side slim bezel.
Best for: Buyers who want 4-side slim bezel.
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Fastest Refresh
GIGABYTE G25F2AThe highest refresh rate here (240Hz).
Best for: Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.
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| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undercutting the Dell SE2426H on price when we checked. | Keeping the cost under $100. | Check price for AOC G24B36N on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| Ultra-thin bezels. | Buyers who want ultra-thin bezels. | Check price for Dell SE2426H 24-inch on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A 3000:1 contrast ratio from its VA panel. | Buyers who want 3000:1 contrast ratio from its VA panel. | Check price for Westinghouse 24-inch Curved 165Hz Gaming Monitor on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A 4-side slim bezel. | Buyers who want 4-side slim bezel. | Check price for MSI PRO MP243L E14 on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| The highest refresh rate here (240Hz). | Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most. | Check price for GIGABYTE G25F2A on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 5
AOC G24B36N
The G24B36N runs 180Hz overclocked on a VA panel and includes HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs.
Best for
- Keeping the cost under $100.
Skip if
- Pass on it if a VA panel that can smear dark transitions rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
VA gives good contrast but can smear dark scenes. It has HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 and a headphone output, with Adaptive Sync and HDR support. On refresh rate it sits mid-pack at 180Hz: the G25F2A offers 240Hz, and the MSI PRO MP243L E14 comes in at 144Hz.
It matches the Dell SE2426H and the MSI PRO MP243L E14 on screen size (23.8 inches). It shares a VA panel with the Westinghouse 24 Curved; the MSI PRO MP243L E14 goes with an IPS panel. It also offers an overclocked 180Hz mode above 144Hz native.
At 1080p, 180Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the Dell SE2426H was closest.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 180Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 23.8 inches
- Panel
- VA
- Response
- 0.5ms
Pros
- 180Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs
- Overclocked 180Hz mode above 144Hz native
- 0.5ms response, the only one here
Cons
- a VA panel that can smear dark transitions
- Refresh rate of 180Hz, behind the G25F2A (240Hz)
The catch
What it gives up: refresh rate of 180Hz, behind the G25F2A (240Hz); by contrast, the G25F2A offers 240Hz.
Also Consider2 of 5
Dell SE2426H 24-inch
The SE2426H is Dell's 144Hz IPS monitor at the lowest price in this list.
Best for
- Buyers who want ultra-thin bezels.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the G24B36N was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It covers the basics without extras. It runs at 144Hz with a 1ms MPRT response and carries TÜV Rheinland's 3-star eye comfort certification. The 178-degree viewing angles keep colour consistent off-axis.
On refresh rate it ties with the MSI PRO MP243L E14 at 144Hz. It matches the G24B36N and the MSI PRO MP243L E14 on screen size (23.8 inches). It shares an IPS panel with the MSI PRO MP243L E14; the Westinghouse 24 Curved goes with a VA panel.
No other pick in this guide offers an AMD FreeSync; compare the G25F2A, which has a FreeSync Premium. You also get ultra-thin bezels and two HDMI inputs. At 1080p, 144Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older. When we checked, only the G24B36N cost less, and the Westinghouse 24 Curved cost more.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 144Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 23.8 inches
- Panel
- IPS
- Response
- 1ms
- Adaptive sync
- AMD FreeSync
- Stand
- tilt only
Pros
- 144Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- AMD FreeSync to reduce screen tearing
- Ultra-thin bezels
Cons
- Costs more than the G24B36N at the time of writing
Strong Alternative3 of 5
Westinghouse 24-inch Curved 165Hz Gaming Monitor
Westinghouse's 24-inch curved monitor uses a VA panel with a 3000:1 contrast ratio and a 165Hz refresh rate.
Best for
- Buyers who want 3000:1 contrast ratio from its VA panel.
Skip if
- Pass on it if a VA panel that can smear dark transitions rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
It adds built-in speakers and FreeSync at one of the lowest prices here. On refresh rate it sits mid-pack at 165Hz: the G25F2A offers 240Hz, and the MSI PRO MP243L E14 comes in at 144Hz. Its 24 inches screen size ranks second of 5 here, behind the G25F2A (24.5 inches) and ahead of the MSI PRO MP243L E14 (23.8 inches).
It shares a VA panel with the G24B36N; the Dell SE2426H goes with an IPS panel. Like the MSI PRO MP243L E14, it has a FreeSync, while the Dell SE2426H uses an AMD FreeSync. You also get a 1500R curved screen. At 1080p, 165Hz 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
- 165Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 24 inches
- Panel
- VA
- Response
- 1ms
- Color gamut
- 110% sRGB
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync
Pros
- 165Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 110% sRGB colour coverage
- FreeSync to reduce screen tearing
- 3000:1 contrast ratio from its VA panel
Cons
- a VA panel that can smear dark transitions
- Costs more than the G24B36N at the time of writing
Worth a Look4 of 5
MSI PRO MP243L E14
MSI's MP243L is a 23.8-inch 1080p IPS screen at 144Hz with FreeSync.
Best for
- Buyers who want 4-side slim bezel.
Skip if
- Skip it if refresh rate matters most to you; the G25F2A offers 240Hz.
Why we like it
It is one of the lowest-priced monitors here. It lists flicker-free and low-blue-light certification, a tilt stand and a 100x100mm VESA mount. On refresh rate it ties with the Dell SE2426H at 144Hz.
It matches the G24B36N and the Dell SE2426H on screen size (23.8 inches). It shares an IPS panel with the Dell SE2426H; the G24B36N goes with a VA panel. Like the Westinghouse 24 Curved, it has a FreeSync, while the Dell SE2426H uses an AMD FreeSync.
It also offers a 4-side slim bezel, VESA 100x100mm mounting for monitor arms and multi-monitor setups and HDMI 2.0 and VGA inputs. At 1080p, 144Hz 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
- 144Hz
- Resolution
- 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size
- 23.8 inches
- Panel
- IPS
- Response
- 1ms
- HDR
- HDR Ready
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync
- Stand
- tilt only (-5 to 20 degrees)
Pros
- 144Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- an IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- FreeSync to reduce screen tearing
- 4-side slim bezel
Cons
- Refresh rate trails the G25F2A (240Hz)
- Screen size trails the G25F2A (24.5 inches)
- Costs more than the G24B36N at the time of writing
The catch
It gives ground on refresh rate, where the G25F2A offers 240Hz.
Fastest Refresh5 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
- Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: hDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification.
Why we like it
It is the pick for fast games. Its 240Hz refresh rate is the highest here; the G24B36N comes next at 180Hz. Nothing else here matches its 24.5 inches screen size; the Westinghouse 24 Curved comes closest at 24 inches.
It is the only pick here with a SuperSpeed IPS panel; the G24B36N has a VA panel instead. A FreeSync Premium is unique to it among these picks, while the MSI PRO MP243L E14 uses a FreeSync. It also comes with 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. It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the MSI PRO MP243L E14.
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
- Costs more than the G24B36N at the time of writing
How We Chose These Gaming Monitors for RTX 5060
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 set side by side five monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel from manufacturer specifications. We did not test them in-house, and HDR and color gamut are missing for at least one pick.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the G24B36N to the G25F2A, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The G24B36N, the Dell SE2426H and the Westinghouse 24 Curved give no HDR; the G24B36N, the Dell SE2426H and the MSI PRO MP243L E14 give no color gamut.
- Price range
- From the G24B36N to the G25F2A, all sat in the $50 to $100 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a Gaming Monitor for RTX 5060
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate across these picks
The G25F2A tops refresh rate at 240Hz and the MSI PRO MP243L E14 sits lowest at 144Hz. For less, the G24B36N is the runner-up at 180Hz.
Screen size
Across these 5 picks screen size spans 23.8 inches (the MSI PRO MP243L E14) to 24.5 inches (the G25F2A). The Westinghouse 24 Curved comes second at 24 inches, in the same price tier as the G25F2A.
A large monitor showing a game on a low media unit Response
The G24B36N lists 0.5ms; the Dell SE2426H, the Westinghouse 24 Curved, the MSI PRO MP243L E14 and the G25F2A list 1ms. Settling response first narrows 5 picks to 4 or 1.
Features beyond the spec table
The Westinghouse 24 Curved: a 1500R curved screen. The MSI PRO MP243L E14: VESA 100x100mm mounting for monitor arms and multi-monitor setups. The G25F2A: a 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing.
A gaming monitor on a desk with purple bias lighting Budget
Price does little to separate these 5: the G24B36N through the G25F2A all landed in the $50 to $100 tier, which leaves refresh rate to decide it.
How to Choose a Gaming Monitor for RTX 5060
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Keeping the cost under $100 | G24B36N | Undercutting the Dell SE2426H on price when we checked |
| Buyers who want ultra-thin bezels | Dell SE2426H | Ultra-thin bezels |
| Buyers who want 3000:1 contrast ratio from its VA panel | Westinghouse 24 Curved | A 3000:1 contrast ratio from its VA panel |
| Buyers who want 4-side slim bezel | MSI PRO MP243L E14 | A 4-side slim bezel |
| Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most | G25F2A | The highest refresh rate here (240Hz) |
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Key specs side by side
The G25F2A leads on refresh rate at 240Hz, ahead of the G24B36N at 180Hz.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G24B36N | 180Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 23.8 inches | VA |
| Dell SE2426H | 144Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 23.8 inches | IPS |
| Westinghouse 24 Curved | 165Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 24 inches | VA |
| MSI PRO MP243L E14 | 144Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 23.8 inches | IPS |
| G25F2A | 240Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 24.5 inches | SuperSpeed IPS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the G25F2A ahead of the G24B36N on refresh rate?
The G25F2A leads at 240Hz, with the G24B36N at 180Hz. The spread runs down to the MSI PRO MP243L E14 at 144Hz.
Which has the largest screen size: the G25F2A or the Westinghouse 24 Curved?
The G25F2A tops screen size at 24.5 inches; the Westinghouse 24 Curved follows at 24 inches, 2% apart. The MSI PRO MP243L E14 is at the other end of this group with 23.8 inches.
Is the G25F2A worth paying more than the G24B36N?
What it brings is refresh rate (240Hz against 180Hz) and screen size (24.5 inches against 23.8 inches). Both sat in the $50 to $100 tier when we checked, so the gains in refresh rate and screen size cost little extra by tier.
What makes the G25F2A the Fastest Refresh?
It earns the label for the highest refresh rate here (240Hz). The G24B36N is next on refresh rate at 180Hz, so this pick's 240Hz is 33% further out. It suits competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.
Do the G24B36N and the Dell SE2426H differ on panel?
The G24B36N and the Westinghouse 24 Curved use VA; the Dell SE2426H and the MSI PRO MP243L E14 use IPS; the G25F2A uses SuperSpeed IPS.
Beyond the specs, what sets the G24B36N and the Dell SE2426H apart?
The G24B36N: HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 inputs. The Dell SE2426H: ultra-thin bezels. The Westinghouse 24 Curved: a 3000:1 contrast ratio from its VA panel.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the G24B36N, chosen for undercutting the Dell SE2426H on price when we checked. Look at the Dell SE2426H for ultra-thin bezels, the Westinghouse 24 Curved for a 3000:1 contrast ratio from its VA panel and the MSI PRO MP243L E14 for a 4-side slim bezel if those matter more to you.
Use DisplayPort to get the full refresh rate and G-SYNC Compatible support.
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