ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
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CASUAL GAMING: Poor—5.8/10
COMPETITIVE GAMING: Fair—6.9/10
PRODUCTIVITY: Poor—5.0/10
MEDIA CONSUMPTION: Poor—5.4/10
RESOLUTION: Fair—6.2/10
BRIGHTNESS: Fair—6.7/10
CONTRAST: Poor—5.9/10
COLOR VOLUME: Poor—5.6/10
REFRESH RATE: Very Good—8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME: Good—7.7/10
TEXT QUALITY: Fair—6.2/10
The ViewSonic XG2431 is a midrange-priced 24-inch monitor that's particularly well-suited for competitive gaming thanks to its high refresh rate and features like variable refresh rate (VRR) support and strobing, which help reduce motion blur. With an IPS panel, it provides accurate colors and good viewing angles, making it suitable for digital photo editing. The full HD resolution is standard for the size, but might not be as sharp for productivity tasks compared to higher resolution displays. It's not the best choice for HDR gaming and media consumption as the HDR peak brightness and color volume are limited. If you're a serious gamer looking for performance at a reasonable price and can compromise on cutting-edge media capabilities, this monitor is a strong choice. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Evaluation
Pros
- Adjustable stand offers ergonomic comfort
- IPS panel ensures good color accuracy
- High refresh rate smooths gameplay
- Very good response for competitive gaming
Cons
- Limited resolution for screen size
- Poor contrast might affect dark scenes
- Not suitable for HDR gaming
- Subpar brightness for well-lit rooms
Ratings by Category
Competitive Gaming:4.0
The competitive gaming score is based on a variety of factors including refresh rate, total response time, variable refresh rate, strobing and brightness.
Casual Gaming:3.0
The casual gaming score is based on a variety of factors including refresh rate, resolution, contrast, brightness, color gamut and screen coating.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $245 | ||
Screen Size | 24" | ||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | ||
Screen Type | LED | ||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | ||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | ||
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | 900:1 | ||
SDR Peak Brightness | 343 nits | ||
HDR Peak Brightness | 507 nits | ||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | ||
sRGB Color Gamut | 99.5 % | ||
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | 7.5 ms | ||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 240 Hz | ||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | ||
Persistence Blur Score  | 8/10 | ||
Ghosting Score | 7.8/10 | ||
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | 93 PPI | ||
Coating | Matte | ||
Text Clarity Score | 6.3/10 | ||
Image Clarity Score | 6.3/10 | ||
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | ||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 1 | ||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | ||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | ||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | ||
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | January 2022
"The ViewSonic XG2431 is an excellent gaming monitor, especially when used for HDR content. With top-notch video processing and a responsive 240 Hz on tap, it fulfills the needs of competitive players at an attractive price."
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