ASUS VG248QG 24" Black 2019
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
ASUS VG248QG 24" Black 2019
Overall, users are satisfied with this gaming monitor, praising its fast response time and zero ghosting for competitive play. However, several mention issues like a dead pixel, washed-out colors, poor built-in speakers, and a flimsy DisplayPort cable. Despite these drawbacks, many would recommend it for the price and performance.
Pros
- Zero ghosting
- Fast 0.5ms response
- 165Hz refresh rate
- G-SYNC compatible
- VESA mountable
Cons
- Dead pixel issue
- Washed-out colors
- Poor built-in speakers
- Flimsy DisplayPort cable
- Joystick button feels fragile
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
The LG UltraGear 27-inch OLED gaming monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED picture quality, incredibly high 480Hz refresh rate, and ultra-fast 0.03ms response time. Users describe it as a game-changer for competitive gaming, offering fluid motion and deep blacks. Common drawbacks include the high price, the need for a powerful GPU to reach 480Hz, and the lack of built-in speakers. Overall, it is highly recommended for serious gamers who can afford the premium.
Pros
- Stunning OLED picture quality
- Incredibly smooth 480Hz refresh rate
- Ultra-fast 0.03ms response time
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Solid build and ergonomic stand
Cons
- High price point
- Requires powerful GPU for 480Hz
- No built-in speakers
- SDR brightness lower than LCD rivals
- Potential burn-in risk with OLED
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS VG248QG 24" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 24" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | TN | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | glossy | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 0.5 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible★ | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits★ | 275 nits |
| Color Gamut | 16.7 Million | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 3★ |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | 65W★ | — |
| Weight | 5.22 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
ASUS VG248QG 24" Black 2019
- Strong performance (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average display (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 29 specs.