The New Best $150 Gaming Monitor? - AOC 24G4 (24G4X) Review 

180 Hz for $150 damn... I remember when I spent about $260 for 27''1080p144Hz... times flies by

The 'X' model also includes a second HDMI 2.0 port and 2 x 2W speakers. Plus lacks any red accents (including at the rear). It also has a reworked OSD and features MPRT Sync (Adaptive-Sync + strobe backlight simultaneously).

Props for never forgetting about lower end monitors in addition to high end oled and mini led

I consider 180Hz a huge improvement over 165Hz, simply because when divided by 60 it produces integer result (3). This is important, because most video content (YT videos for example) is in 60 or 30Hz. On 165Hz or 144Hz monitors, if you don't specifically switch to 120 or 60Hz, you'll get uneven framepacing on videos and movies (resulting in some amount of jerkiness, which some people don't usually notice probably, but sadly I'm the one that does and hates it wholehearedly). With a 180Hz monitor you can forever forget about the annoyance of having to switch between refresh rates depending on what you're doing. Of course, 240Hz would be even better, because when divided by 24 it produces integer result - and most movies are in 24Hz. So you still have to switch to 120Hz to watch movies.

I frickin love Monitors Unboxed dude

Watching this on my 24g4. Went from 60hz to 180hz for the first time and my mind was literally blown! i've been waiting for your review, thank you :))

I absolutely love those last checklists, keep using this review method please, amazing review.

Within AOC'S 24" line up, there is the Q24G2A/BK, a 24" IPS QHD which isn't commun. I would love you could review it since it can be had for quite cheaper compared to 27" IPS

Thanks for this. My 2nd monitor purchase was based on this review and cost. Good thing this is already available in our local market. Appreciate this review, keep it up!

Finally! Thank you!!! Been waiting for this :)))

I got the 24G2 because of your review which I still use to this day. No regrets with the purchase. These days, I'm looking for an ultra-wide for better productivity.

Nice to see a budget monitor review. Hope to see more 1440p budget monitors reviewed in the future.

thank you for this amazing review Tim 🙂

AOC 24G2 is still going strong. I hope you can review some of the 24" 1080p 100Hz monitors that started to appear recently, they seem like great option for gamers on very tight budget.

AOC have been killing it in the monitor space for budget monitors. I had a 24G2 back when I didn't have enough money to get anything higher end, its sadly now dead but it got a ton of use and I recommended it to my friends who were all on budgets as well. Gave my brother a 165hz IPS AOC one as well ( can't remember the name exactly but it was great ) for like £180, and recently got my brother the AOC q27g3xmn for good budget HDR and I have been impressed with how good it is despite the low Zone count. I notice the lower highlights compared to my AW3423DW but you quickly get used to it and I quickly realise how much it cost. Its always nice to see amazing budget monitors and the market shift.

Great video solidifying my purchase. Bought this last week and it just arrived great monitor.

there is a QHD monitor from AOC here in EU while being same screen size, I´d be very happy if you could take a closer look on that one, it´s called Q24G2A/BK (165Hz)

Imagine I bought this monitor, and it arrived today 😂 perfectly timed video! This is complete steel if you live in South Africa 🇿🇦

The very first monitor I purchased was from AOC, and it is still working after 10 years. I purchased a monitor from Samsung as an upgrade, but it didn't even last 3 years (I won't be buying from them again.). Seeing the quality of the AOC monitor I purchased and after watching your review, I replaced my busted Samsung monitor with an AOC 24G2SP last month, and so far I am very happy with my purchase.

Would love to get a HU review of the Q24G2AE/BK 24inch 1440p 165hz or the Koorui GP01 which I think uses the same panel. They seem like a good way to get a taste of higher PPI+higher refresh gaming at an entry level price.

I watch every monitor review, just because they're the best :)

Normal buttons instead of joystick are a great joy if you have multiple devices you use with the monitor, like your gaming computer and a work laptop. I don't change display settings too often, but do change sources quite a lot. And the joysticks on my secondary monitor is a terrible pain, so I switched to DDC/CI. Still would prefer normal buttons to assign inputs.

Could you make a tutorial on how to calibrate different settings on monitors.

Amazing to see a decent out of the box calibration, especially at this price point. AOC ftw. 👏

Can you tell me the calibration data that you have done to improve color accuracy？Thanks in advanced

I have 2 AOC 24G2 right and left to my 34 Ultrawide and I use them for my Xbox/Switch really great value and I prefer 24 inches for gaming

Beautiful looking monitor. I went for the Benq EX2510 because its a premium monitor.... but this one looks very nice and the price is perfect

Can you please review the Asus VG249Q3A? Specs seem to be similar to this monitor apart from the adjustable stand

How about the 1440p, 165Hz IPS 24" monitor AOC produced? AOC Q24G2A/BK. I bought it and it costs only about $200 in US. Little over 200 euros in Europe

2725df review coming? Would love your input.

Bro I was just about to get the 24G2SP yesterday, and It was out of stock. I am SO GLAD it was, I would've had major buyers remorse, I didn't know they released this. I found the G4 in my local area for cheaper. Thanks for the review!

There is an Acer Nitro KG251Q that’s 1080p 250 Hz with a retail price of $200 but frequently goes on sale for $150. Would be curious to see how it stacks up in this space.

Any plans to do a review of the MAG 274QRF QD E2? Just got one!

Any chance we get AOC Q27G4X review? It's really cheap, even in my country. Would like to see how it compares to LG 27GP850.

You should review one of the Koorui monitors. Good budget monitors they have.

Could you please review HKC MG24Q? 👀🙏 or maybe Koorui GP01? I heard that both are actually the same monitor, but not sure about the factory setting remain the same. Both are 24" 1440p display!!

If this monitor has low framerate compensation (LFR), then you could try moving the bottom part of the VSync range using CRU from 48 Hz or whatever is the default to 89 or 90. So, if you have a game that you play below or around 90 FPS, you can leave the Overdrive mode at Medium, since panel will be running at over 120 Hz when your FPS is at 60. Make sure you monitor doesn't flicker when transitioning from above or below 90. If so, then you could limit the in-game FPS at ~88 to prevent monitor from switching to 90 Hz instead of staying 170+.

Wonderful there’s somehow not a single one available anywhere on the internet how fantastic is that

I would love if u guys will test iiyama G-Master G2470HSU to compare over those budget monitors.

What's your opinion about this monitor and the viewsonic vx2428j? I'm totally confused between this one and viewsonic vx2428j, and i really don't know which one should i buy!

Should I choose this over the XG2431? I have the 24G2 and currently want to upgrade; would 180Hz enough for FPS gaming?

question: if you have time, recommend me the best o-led (any will do) monitor for 1440p (gaming 240hz upwards with not that glossy look). will use it for gaming and 3d modeling. ty (I will use a 4080super with a 7800x3d)

What do y think about AOC Q27G4X

please review acer vg272k v3... IPS , 160HZ , 4K 3840X2160P....the price is around 280USD in south east asian....same panel as xv272k v3...but the X series came with moveable stand

Igot it 2 days ago "AOC 24g4"and its amazing by the word it means no regrets at all for me i give it 10/10

Review the MSI MAG274QRF QD E2 (coming out in 2 days) please.. I'll likely buy one.

Is this or the 27 inch variant a good companion to a game console like Xbox series X or PS5? Obviously the 4K version would be better, but at 5x price point it is not in range.

Wow! I'm truly impressed. Looks like almost a straight upgrade to my LG 24GN60R. But the LG monitor has amazing backlight strobing, way better for me as a competitive player. IMO it makes Gigabyte G24F2 very much obsolete

7:13 > This is a difficult decision. The MBR looks better than native _(to me),_ but obviously that latent image messes it up. I wonder how it looks in motion. I feel like it would look _'clearer'_ just a guess though. I almost want to pick this up for my youngest and see how it looks. I might just do that if I can find it for $150. The key is, you'd have to lock it in to 180 FPS for it to look that clear on the UFO test though.

This monitor is for sure the fastest 1080 IPS i had without having really low contrast and poor black at exchange. I tested AOC 24G2SPU,Iiyama 2470HSU and Gigabyte G24F 2 with this one. The thing is i have a irritating problem. Both AOC seems like having more trait into purple and pinkish colors, when deep blue is automtically more purple instead of blue. Like this 24G4X have a little problem with view angles, but it's not really a problem tho. The biggest problem in 24G4X white is more pinkish, when colors like deep blue is more purple. Sky or galaxy looks more purple than deep blue for example. It's really weird that they don't mention those details becuase no matter how u set it up. I tried settings like 42,50,48 and even changed gamma from 2.4 to 2.2 because imo 2.2 on this monitor looks too bright and 2.4 feels more "proper" for me at least. For sure it helped, but it's still noticable. The pure 50,50,50 looks terribly redish. AOC overall having that purple and pinkish trait, but comapring both AOC 24G4X and G2SPU, on 24G4X the pinkish/redish trait looks a lot more noticable and it feels like it a bit bleeding with it. That pinkish/redish trait is on especially gray and blue things, but not only. AOC 24G2SPU has noticibly better colors and doesn't have that weird pink trait on gray or other type of colors. It's just on 24G2SPU the whole panel seems like having more into purple colors than deep blue. I really don't understand what AOC did there or why this panel is like that. I wish it looked like G2SPU or close to it with response time of 24G4. Bro this is the hell of budget monitors. There is always something that will make you uncomfortable with it and u need to accept that issue. I would love to see them buying 24G4X one and test it again. Maybe 24G4 has different panel or adjusted differently in sneaky way?

Hiya,thanks for the many many vids,but i am going around and around trying to find a good ish 34" what would you pick for a 7800x/4080 build,COD/overwatch/work text from,MSI Optix MAG342CQ,Acer Nitro ED343CURV,Acer Nitro XV345CURV,AOC Gaming CU34G2XP,thanks for any help.

Please review the new Viewsonic VX2428J. It really looks interesting. The biggest minus is not having wide gamut tho, but i wonder h ow it is.

What are your thoughts on the Q27G4, basically the 1440p version of this monitor, or the higher resolution panel could have some improvements?

Would love to see a review of the 1440p variant, AOC Q27G4X. It's currently way cheaper than the Gigabyte M27Q P.

Can you review the CU34G2XP next please, AOC's new ultrawide refresh 180hz.

Could you review HP OMEN 32Q.It's the cheapest 32inch,2k,165hz in my region(greece) and i wonder if it's good?

this one or the gigabyte G24F for xbox series S and PS5?

Can you review the Koori 24" 165hz fast ips? Other reviewers say it's the best budget 1080p monitor on the market

Tim do you plan test Dell on IPS Black 120Hz?

In a way, doesn't every stand included with every monitor support pivot? Even if it' just moving the whole stand on the desk? Do they really need to include a pivot axis if it's not attached to the desk? Surely they could save a buck or two off the costs with that....

Hey. Kindly review the MSI 251 24.5 100 Hz monitor & other $100 monitors in this channel please.

Deciding rn between 24G4X and VG248Q1B(TN Monitor). Already bought LG 24GN65R and 24G2SP, but returned them both back to shop due to very noticible GLOW. So, considering this, which monitor should I buy?

Hello, please could you do a review on the LG 27GR75Q? This monitor is everywhere with massive discounts but noones buying it because there’s no information about it!

hi is there nay scope to review the new refreshed version of the lg 27 oled i believe its the new gs version model

How does this compare to 25g3zm. Price is similar in Australia. 180hz vs 240hz, IPS vs VA.

Is it an upgrade over the G2 or not really?

I got a Msi 1440 p 165 hz ips from a costo sale for 220-50 (170$) from a holiday sale 2 months ago.

hi can please do a review for aoc u27g3x thanks 🙏

Hey there, can you tell me/us what the new aw3423dwf driver is fixing? I installed it as it was marked critical but am just very courious. thanks.

Have you tried xiaomi budget gaming monitors?

I tried a 32 inch AOC 1440p 165 hz monitor about 4 months ago. Maybe I had a defective unit but, the screen looked really bad and since nothing I did changed it , I returned it.

Please review MSI MAG-274QRF-QD-E2. Thank you!

Steve my guy is it possible for you to to start adding in portable monitors for those of us who travel a lot

Please review MSI g244f e2 monitor

can you make a list of glossy panel monitors?

AOC seems to have a very nice 27 inch 1440P screen on the way, claming 100% DCI-P3 coverage. the only thing is it doesn't seem to have height adjustable stand.

could you test also Benq Mobiuz EX240N ?

Apparently 24G4X/27G4X have MBR Sync unlike 24G4/27G4. Nice to see this feature on budget monitors. The X models have a redesigned OSD.

Can you guys do the aw2725df? Thanks in advance!

what colour settings should I use for it

Is that better than viewsonic vx2428J ??

Hey Monitors Unboxed i have question about lowest nits settings. On your review its 44 nits, but on the other from channel TotallyDubbed HD its 93 on SDR and minimal with MDR is 78. Is there error on review or what? I know that AOC 24G4 and 24G4X is little bit different(speakers, lacks any red accents, reworked OSD and some features) but 44 nits vs 78/93 is really HUGE difference. They are the same panels tho or AOC again fucked up something and put different panels to same monitor?

I find it hilarious that its harder to find a good 1080p monitor opposed to how easy it is to find a good 4k monitor. In my case 1080p is a choice, it gives a lot more life to my gpu since 1080p will be easier to carry into the future.

No vesa mount?

Thank your for this guide. I am looking for an 1440p (WQHD), 27 " monitor with g sync and maybe 165 hz. Playing mostly games like Rainbow Six Siege, Hogwarts Legacy and so. There are several options like Dell g2724D, LG ultra gear 27GP850-B, asus tuf gaming VG27aq1a and aoc 27g4x. Any suggestions? There a lot of guides out there. So its not easy :D Thank you.

Lol I bought the 24G2 at random 4 years ago and it's apparently one of the best budget ones.

still no mention what panel it uses and if is a native 180hz

Please help, this monitor has native 8 bit panel? Or 6+fcr?

Are overdrive and mbr available in sRGB mode? thanx

I think i would prefer the 24G2Sp for the extra brightness and better contrast for like a few % lower Rec 2020 coverage imo.

So, is this monitor ever going to come out?

i got a lenovo g27 30 for $150, very happy with it

but is it better than benq's ex240? like Why are there no reviews on the benqs' best budget monitor.

What about the Q24G2??????

idk if I should buy this for 160€ or get the zowie xl2546k 450€ I want to play competitive cs2 180hz vs 240hz

I just can't choose between 24" 1080p for the great value, or a 27" 1440p to get a visual upgrade, or a 2560X1080p to take advantage of my main FFXIV gaming time... I guess everything would be an upgrade from a 75hz 1080p VA

what about the Q27G4N VA panel?

still I dint understand if input lag is great or ok Input lag is great with 0.8ms of processing delay and due to a higher refresh rate there's also a bit less refresh lag than 144Hz monitors.

Maybe you should try to get a affiliate link for B and H, the ONLY US retailer who has had this product since launch (i think), my cat damaged one of my C24G1 displays this week... and i like matching displays, i swapped my panels around to make it the secondary one, it only damaged a small area in the corner, but as of today i lost one horizontal row and 2 vertical columns (and it looks like i am about to loose 2 more columns) i rather replace a monitor than go to the vet...

Can you include a section on eye strain? In search of a 4K gaming monitor that wont hurt my eyes.