Acer KG251Q Jbmidpx 24.5" Black 2021
A 165Hz refresh rate and a 0.6ms response time on its TN panel deliver the motion clarity essential for fast-paced shooters, while 400-nit brightness keeps the image visible in well-lit rooms. The zero-frame design and AMD FreeSync support create a seamless, tear-free experience ideal for multi-monitor setups. This monitor is best for competitive esports gamers who prioritize raw speed and responsiveness over color accuracy or viewing angles.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (90th percentile) 90th
- Strong performance (90th percentile) 90th
- Strong user sentiment (75th percentile) 75th
- Strong color (68th percentile) 68th
Cons
- Below average display (8th percentile)
- Below average feature (23rd percentile)
- Below average ergonomic (29th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 7 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 24.5" |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 (Full HD) |
| Panel Type | TN |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Curved | No |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.6 |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 400 nits |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| Speakers | Yes |
Ergonomics
| Tilt | Yes |
Features
| Webcam | No |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Weight | 4.2 kg / 9.3 lbs |
vs Competition
| Spec | Acer KG251Q Jbmidpx 24.5" | ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG | MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 | Samsung Odyssey G60SD | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B | Alienware AW-Series AW2725D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 24.5 | 26.5 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | TN | OLED | QD-OLED | QD-OLED | OLED | QD-OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 165 | 240 | 240 | 360 | 480 | 280 |
| Response Time Ms | 0.6000000238418579 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Hdr | - | HDR10 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | HDR10+ | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 400 True Black |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Portability | Display | Feature | User Sentiment | Ergonomic | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acer KG251Q Jbmidpx 24.5" | 67.8 | 40.9 | 8.2 | 23.2 | 75.2 | 28.5 | 89.5 | 49.8 | 90.4 |
| ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG Compare | 96.7 | 73.6 | 75.8 | 72.1 | 95.8 | 90.5 | 98 | 93.4 | 90.4 |
| MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 Compare | 99 | 63.5 | 76.6 | 85.9 | 95.8 | 90.5 | 98 | 82.1 | 99.5 |
| Samsung Odyssey G60SD Compare | 90.9 | 45.2 | 76.6 | 72.1 | 95.8 | 90.5 | 99.6 | 87.9 | 95.3 |
| LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B Compare | 80.3 | 63.5 | 76.6 | 72.1 | 95.8 | 90.5 | 99.8 | 98.2 | 99.5 |
| Alienware AW-Series AW2725D Compare | 98.4 | 84.9 | 76.6 | 72.1 | 95.8 | 90.5 | 99.3 | 95.4 | 99.9 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Amazon.co.uk 1 offer From £250
We started tracking prices for this product on May 30, 2026. The chart appears once we have more data.
Usage Scores
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