Meet the Contenders: Two 24-inch 1080p Esports Gaming Monitors
For serious competitive players hunting for esports gaming monitors, ASUS now has two standout 24-inch options at very different price points. The ASUS ROG Strix Ace XG248QSG is a 24-inch 1080p gaming monitor purpose-built for elite esports, pairing a Super TN panel with an astonishing 610Hz refresh rate and a quoted 0.1ms response time. It recently dropped from USD 899 (approx. RM4,140) to USD 799 (approx. RM3,680), its lowest tracked price so far. On the value side, the ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QML5A is a 23.8-inch 1080p model using a Fast IPS panel, running at 240Hz with a 0.3ms response time. It’s currently discounted from USD 179 (approx. RM825) to USD 149 (approx. RM685). Both are clearly tuned for competitive play, but they target different buyers: one chasing every last millisecond, the other focused on budget gaming monitor deals without sacrificing core speed.
Specs and Features: 610Hz Super TN vs 240Hz Fast IPS
On paper, the ASUS ROG Strix Ace XG248QSG is the definition of overkill speed. Its 610Hz refresh rate and 0.1ms response time push motion clarity beyond any mainstream gaming panel, backed by Low Input Lag, VRR support, DisplayHDR 400, HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, and a handy tripod socket for flexible mounting in LAN or streaming setups. The tradeoff is its Super TN panel, which prioritizes speed over rich colors and wide viewing angles. The ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QML5A takes a different approach. Its Fast IPS panel delivers a still-rapid 240Hz refresh rate with 0.3ms response time, plus G-SYNC Compatible and AMD FreeSync Premium for tear-free gameplay. You also get 99% sRGB coverage, better color accuracy, and more forgiving viewing angles, alongside a height-adjustable stand and extra usability tools like DisplayWidget and Gaming AI.
240Hz vs 610Hz: What You Actually Feel in Game
The leap from 60Hz to 144Hz or 240Hz is huge and immediately obvious in fast shooters, MOBAs, and racing games. Going from 240Hz to 610Hz, however, is more nuanced. At 610Hz, the ASUS ROG Strix Ace can show more than double the number of frames per second than a 240Hz display, tightening input feedback and making motion even cleaner for players with extremely high frame rates. This matters most for top-level competitors who already have very powerful GPUs, ultra-high FPS, and finely tuned aim. For many players, a 240Hz panel like the ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QML5A already feels extremely smooth, slashing blur and ghosting compared to lower-refresh screens. The real-world benefit of 610Hz becomes progressively harder to notice unless you are highly sensitive to latency, play at a high level, and optimize every part of your system for maximum FPS.
Value and Use Cases: Who Should Buy Which Monitor?
Choosing between 240Hz vs 610Hz comes down to how competitive you are and how much you want to invest. The ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QML5A at USD 149 (approx. RM685) offers superb value: a responsive 240Hz Fast IPS panel, strong color performance, adaptive sync for both NVIDIA and AMD GPUs, ergonomic height adjustment, and a three-year warranty. It’s an excellent 1080p gaming monitor for ranked play, streaming, and everyday use. The ASUS ROG Strix Ace XG248QSG, even at its reduced USD 799 (approx. RM3,680) price, is clearly a specialist tool. Its 610Hz refresh, 0.1ms response, and tournament-friendly mounting appeal to professional or aspiring pro players chasing every competitive edge. For most gamers, the TUF model hits the sweet spot of performance and price. The ROG Strix Ace makes sense if you already dominate at 240Hz and want the absolute fastest hardware available.