ASUS has just announced the local availability of the TUF Gaming VG249Q1R, an attractive option for those who want a high-performance monitor at a price point that won’t break the bank.
TUF Gaming VG249Q1R boasts a 23.8-inch IPS panel with 1080p resolution, 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and 72% NTSC coverage.
It also supports AMD FreeSync as well as ELMB (Extreme Low Motion Blur) and GameFast Input Technology.
For connectivity, you get two HDMI 1.4 ports, a DisplayPort 1.2, and a 3.5mm mini-jack. It also features a pair of 2W speakers and VESA Wall Mounting for a cleaner look.
Specifications
| Display | Panel Size | Wide Screen 23.8″ 16:9 |
| Color Saturation | 72% NTSC | |
| Panel Type | IPS | |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | |
| Brightness (Max) | 250 cd/㎡ | |
| Contrast Ratio (Max) | 1000:01:00 | |
| Response Time | 1ms MPRT | |
| Flicker-Free | Yes | |
| Refresh Rate (Max) | 165Hz | |
| Video | Trace Free | Yes |
| GamePlus Modes | 4 | |
| Low Blue Light | Yes | |
| HDCP | Yes | |
| GameVisual | 7 Modes | |
| FreeSync | Yes | |
| ELMB | Yes | |
| GameFast Input Technology | Yes | |
| Audio | Stereo Speakers | 2W x 2 Stereo RMS |
| I/O Ports | Signal Input | 2 x HDMI (v1.4) |
| 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 | ||
| Earphone Jack | 3.5mm mini-jack | |
| Mechanical Design | Tilt | +22°~-5° |
| VESA Wall Mounting | 75 x 75mm | |
| Security | Kensington Lock | |
| Dimensions | With Stand (WxHxD) | 539.5 x 406.5 x 213mm |
| Without Stand (WxHxD) | 539.5 x 319 x 36.5mm | |
| Weight | Net Weight | 3kg |
| Gross Weight | 5kg |
Pricing and Availability
ASUS TUF Gaming VG249Q1R will be available in partner retail stores starting September 15, 2020, and is priced at PhP12,890.
Emman has been writing technical and feature articles since 2010. Prior to this, he became one of the instructors at Asia Pacific College in 2008, and eventually landed a job as Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Integrated Open Source Solutions for almost 3 years.
