Acer CB242Y bmirx 24" Black 2020
The full ergonomic stand with height, tilt, swivel, and pivot adjustments sets this 24-inch IPS display apart for workplace flexibility. Its 75Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time with AMD FreeSync provide smoother motion than a standard 60Hz office monitor. This is best for office workers and hybrid users who need all-day ergonomic comfort and occasional casual gaming on a single, versatile screen.
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Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
A budget 24-inch IPS monitor with a shockingly good ergonomic stand and a dim, color-limited panel. Great for office work, mediocre for everything else.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Ergonomic stand is a standout, height adjust, tilt, swivel, and pivot at this price is rare 91st
- Slim bezels and a clean, non-gamer look that fits any desk 71st
- IPS panel with solid viewing angles for the money 66th
- FreeSync support smooths out light gaming sessions
Cons
- 250 nits brightness is dim, especially in bright rooms
- Color performance is a weak spot, creative work is a no-go
- Only one HDMI port plus VGA, connectivity is bare bones
- Built-in speakers are an echoey mess, use headphones
What owners think
The Word on the Street
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q2 202695/100
Buyers praised the monitor's design, IPS panel, stand adjustability, and smooth 75Hz refresh rate. All reviews were positive, highlighting value and ease of use.
- Slim bezels, non-gamer aesthetic, solid stand with height/pivot adjustment
- IPS panel with good off-axis viewing, brightness, and non-glossy finish
- 75Hz refresh rate noticeably smoother than 60Hz, suitable for non-gaming use
- Easy installation, standard VESA mount, and decent price
- Q3 2021100/100
Buyers praised the monitor as a great budget option, with good brightness and resolution, and expressed high satisfaction.
- Great budget monitor for secondary setup.
- Beautiful display, considering buying another.
- Bright with good resolution, very satisfied.
Based on 4 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
The 75Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time are fine for casual gaming, but don't expect miracles. Our database puts this panel's overall performance right around the middle of the pack, which tracks. The IPS panel gives you decent viewing angles, but the 250 nits brightness and limited color coverage mean it's not going to wow anyone doing creative work. That's the weakest area by far, landing near the bottom of our charts for color.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 24" |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 (Full HD) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Curved | No |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 75 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 16.7 Million |
| Color Depth | 8-bit |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 0 |
| USB-C | 0 |
| Speakers | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | No |
Ergonomics
| Height Adjustable | Yes |
| Tilt | Yes |
| Swivel | Yes |
| Pivot | Yes |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 |
Features
| Webcam | No |
| Touchscreen | No |
| PIP/PBP | No |
| Power | 24 |
| Weight | 2.8 kg / 6.1 lbs |
vs Competition
Stacked against something like the LG UltraGear 27G810A-B or the ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B, the Acer CB242Y looks like a budget office monitor wearing a gaming badge. Those competitors offer higher refresh rates, better color, and more connectivity, but they also cost significantly more. If you're serious about gaming or creative work, skip this and look at the LG or ASUS. If you need a cheap, ergonomic workhorse, the Acer wins on value.
| Spec | Acer CB242Y bmirx 24" | LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B | ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG | Dell UltraSharp U4025QW | MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 | Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 24 | 45 | 27 | 39.70000076293945 | 27 | 34 |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 5120 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 5120 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 | 3440 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED | OLED | IPS | QD-OLED | QD-OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 75 | 330 | 240 | 120 | 240 | 240 |
| Response Time Ms | 1 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 5 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | Adaptive-Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Hdr | - | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 600 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 400 True Black |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Portability | Display | Feature | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acer CB242Y bmirx 24" | 15.8 | 71.3 | 38.4 | 19.8 | 65.7 | 27.7 | 57.7 |
| LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B Compare | 99.4 | 76.6 | 99.7 | 95.8 | 99.4 | 96.9 | 94.7 |
| ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG Compare | 96.1 | 57.7 | 97.9 | 84 | 98 | 81.4 | 99.3 |
| Dell UltraSharp U4025QW Compare | 98.2 | 76.6 | 98.7 | 95.8 | 56 | 99.3 | 98 |
| MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 Compare | 99.1 | 57.7 | 77.4 | 84 | 98 | 81.4 | 99.3 |
| Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW Compare | 99 | 73.9 | 85.8 | 89.9 | 98 | 95.4 | 98 |
Price
Value & Pricing
At $145 USD, this monitor is a steal if you need a flexible, ergonomic display for office work or a second screen. You're getting a height-adjustable stand that usually costs extra, plus an IPS panel. Just don't expect it to be bright or colorful. For the price, it's a yes.
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Overview
The Acer CB242Y bmirx is a budget 24-inch IPS monitor that gets the basics right and skips the flash. It's a 1080p panel with a 75Hz refresh rate and FreeSync, which makes it a decent pick for light gaming and a solid choice for office work. The one thing to know? That stand is way better than it has any right to be at this price.
Common Questions
Q: Is this monitor VESA compatible?
Yep, it's got a 100x100 VESA mount, so you can ditch the stand and put it on an arm if you want.
Q: Is this good for gaming?
For casual gaming, sure. The 75Hz refresh rate and FreeSync help, but serious gamers will want 144Hz or higher. This is more of an office monitor that can game a little.
Q: How are the built-in speakers?
Bad. They're echoey and shrill. Plan on using headphones or external speakers.
Who Should Skip This
If you're looking for a bright, color-accurate display for photo or video editing, this isn't it. Go get something like the BenQ MA Series MA270U or the Dell S2725QC instead. And if you're a competitive gamer chasing high frame rates, this 75Hz panel will hold you back.
Verdict
Buy this if you want a no-nonsense 24-inch monitor with a fantastic stand and don't care about brightness or color accuracy. It's perfect for spreadsheets, email, and the occasional casual game. If you're editing photos, streaming in a bright room, or pushing high frame rates, look elsewhere.
Usage Scores
- Overall36.2
- Gaming40
- Office43.9
- Creative27.3
- Portable27.4
- Professional33.6
- Entertainment30.8
