KTC H24S17P 23.6"
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
KTC H24S17P 23.6"
The KTC H24S17P is a 24-inch 1080p 240Hz curved VA gaming monitor that offers strong native contrast and deep blacks, making it a good value for competitive gamers with midrange GPUs. However, independent testing reveals noticeable dark-transition smearing on the VA panel, which may disappoint motion-sensitive players. It supports VESA mounting and HDR10, but lacks height adjustment and a built-in webcam. Overall, it's a solid choice for high-frame-rate 1080p gaming, but not ideal for those prioritizing image sharpness or fast-motion clarity.
Pros
- Strong native contrast and deep blacks
- 240Hz refresh rate for smooth motion
- Good value for competitive gaming
- VESA mount compatible
- HDR10 support
Cons
- Noticeable dark-transition smearing on VA panel
- No height, swivel, or pivot adjustment
- No built-in webcam or microphone
- Limited HDR performance for high-end expectations
- Not ideal for motion-sensitive competitive players
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
| KTC H24S17P 23.6" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 23.6" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | VA | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | Adaptive-Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits★ | 275 nits |
| Color Gamut | 106% sRGB | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 16.7 Million | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR10 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 3★ |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Weight | — | 9.30 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
KTC H24S17P 23.6"
- Strong feature (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong performance (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong color (75th percentile)
- Below average display (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average portability (28th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (28th 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
Pricing
KTC H24S17P 23.6" offers 3.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 29 specs.
