Gigabyte M2 G24F-2 23.8"

Great specs, questionable execution. The USB-C hub is a flex, but that 2.8-star rating is a warning sign you shouldn't ignore.

The 180Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time put this in solid gaming territory, landing around the 74th percentile for performance. What surprised us is the color: 95% DCI-P3 and 125% sRGB on a budget IPS panel is better than we expected. The 300 nits brightness is fine for indoor use, but HDR ready is marketing speak for 'don't expect real HDR.' The 18W power draw is efficient, but the entertainment score of 40.8 suggests this isn't your movie-night monitor.

Against the ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG or MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2, the G24F-2 is playing a different game entirely. Those are 1440p OLED panels with far better HDR and color accuracy, but they cost significantly more. The LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B offers a similar 180Hz refresh rate with a larger 27-inch panel and better overall scores. If you're set on 24 inches, the G24F-2 is one of the few options with USB-C, but the Samsung Odyssey G60SD gives you better entertainment performance for a similar price.

At $371 USD, this is a tough sell. You can find 1440p 165Hz monitors for less, and the 1080p resolution feels like a compromise. The USB-C hub is nice, but it doesn't justify the price when the customer rating is this low. Wait for a sale or look elsewhere.

The Gigabyte G24F-2 is a 24-inch 1080p IPS gaming monitor that nails the basics and throws in a surprise: a USB-C hub that puts most budget displays to shame. At 180Hz with a 1ms response time, it's built for fast-paced shooters, and the color coverage is genuinely impressive for the price. But the 2.8-star customer rating tells you something's off, and it's not the panel.

If you're looking for a monitor for movies, photo editing, or anything beyond fast-paced gaming, this isn't it. The entertainment score is weak, and the 1080p resolution limits detail. Go get a 1440p IPS panel like the LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B instead.

The Gigabyte G24F-2 has a great spec sheet on paper, but the 2.8-star rating and weak entertainment score make it hard to recommend at $371. If you need USB-C and a compact 24-inch display, it's worth considering on sale. Otherwise, save your money for a 1440p panel or a more proven 1080p option.