ViewSonic XG2431 24 Inch 24"

The ViewSonic XG2431 is a 24-inch 1080p IPS gaming monitor with 240Hz, superb motion clarity via PureXP strobe, and a fully adjustable stand. Its HDR is forgettable and contrast is average, but at a realistic street price of $240 it's an absolute steal for competitive gamers. If you live in Valorant or CS2, buy this.

The ViewSonic XG2431 is a monitor that knows exactly what it is and doesn't try to be anything else. It's a 24-inch 1080p IPS panel built for competitive gaming, plain and simple. The spec sheet reads like a checklist for anyone who takes fast-paced shooters or MOBAs seriously: 240Hz refresh rate, a claimed 0.5ms MPRT, and full G-Sync and FreeSync support. At this size, 1080p still looks crisp enough for fast motion, and the IPS panel means you're not dealing with the washed-out viewing angles of older TN designs. It's the kind of screen where 300+ fps in Valorant actually feels like it matters, not just a number in the corner.

Motion clarity is where this thing shines. The 240Hz refresh rate puts it in the top tier for smoothness, and our database shows the XG2431 sitting in the 88th percentile for performance among all monitors we've tracked. That's a strong showing for a sub-$300 display. ViewSonic's PureXP strobe mode, verified by Blur Busters, is the secret sauce. When you dial it in, moving images stay shockingly clear without the typical double-image effect you get on some competing panels. Color vibrancy is solid at 104% sRGB coverage, and brightness at 350 nits is enough for most rooms, but that HDR400 badge is more marketing than magic. Expect to keep HDR off for gaming, it just doesn't have the local dimming or peak brightness to make a difference.

At the time of writing, the price spread across vendors is all over the map, ranging from a realistic $240 all the way up to a nonsensical $21,490. Stick with the $240 listing and you're getting an absurd amount of gaming monitor for the money. Most 240Hz IPS panels start well above $300, so the XG2431 undercuts them while keeping the ergonomics and motion features intact. Compared to similar specced competitors like the BenQ Zowie XL2546K, which costs nearly twice as much and still uses a TN panel, this ViewSonic is a steal. The value proposition falls apart only if you pay more than $300, so keep an eye on the seller name.

Direct competitors in the 24-inch 1080p 240Hz space are few. The ASUS TUF Gaming VG259QM often gets mentioned, but it's typically pricier and doesn't match the PureXP tuning. The BenQ Zowie XL2540K is a staple for esports purists, but its TN panel looks washed out next to this IPS screen, and it lacks built-in speakers and the same ergonomic flexibility. If you're looking at the 27-inch OLED monitors like the LG UltraGear 27GX790A or Samsung Odyssey G6, you're in a completely different category. Those offer 1440p or 4K, phenomenal contrast, and higher price tags, but they're also larger and not as focused on pure motion clarity at extreme frame rates. For a 24-inch competitive gaming desk, this ViewSonic holds its own.

If you're not playing fast-paced competitive shooters, this monitor probably isn't for you. Content creators will be frustrated by the average color accuracy and lack of true HDR. Console gamers who split time watching movies might prefer a 27-inch 1440p panel with better contrast and a more cinematic image. Also, if your PC can't consistently push framerates above 200 fps in your main games, you're not getting the most out of 240Hz, and a 165Hz monitor might be a better value. Anyone hoping for a sleek, lightweight build should note this thing is nearly seven kilograms and has a chunky design that feels built like a tank but looks dated on a modern desk.

If your primary game is CS2, Valorant, Rainbow Six Siege, or any twitch shooter where every millisecond counts, the XG2431 is a no-brainer at $240. You'll get motion clarity that rivals monitors costing twice as much, along with a stand that actually lets you find the perfect position. Casual gamers who play slower titles or do some photo editing should look for something with a better panel and higher resolution, like a 1440p IPS display with HDR that actually works. But for pure competitive gaming, this is one of the best deals going.