Best 24-Inch Gaming Monitors of 2026

A three-year warranty is rare among the monitors here, and the AOC 24G42HE backs it with a 200Hz IPS panel and 116% sRGB coverage. On paper, that is a more colorful and better-protected package than most of the 144Hz budget monitors in this group.

We like the AOC for a mixed gaming and creative desk. The wider color gamut gives games and video more punch, and the 200Hz refresh is high enough that fast shooters feel responsive without demanding the absolute top-end GPU. HDR10 support is a bonus, though this is not a true HDR display at 300 nits. The IPS panel keeps color stable from an angle, and the 300-nit brightness is fine for a controlled room.

AOC includes one HDMI and one DisplayPort, plus a headphone output. What tips it onto our list is the combination of color, speed, and a three-year warranty; if you want the highest refresh here, the Dell's 240Hz is the reason to step up.

If your desk has an Nvidia card and a console fighting for the same screen, the LG 24G411A-B is the easiest fit in this group. It carries both G-Sync Compatible and FreeSync certification, plus HDR10 support. The 144Hz overclock is not the headline speed of the Dell or AOC, but 120Hz native is a sweet spot for a PS5 or Xbox, and the IPS panel keeps colors consistent from an angle.

We think the LG is the better choice for a shared entertainment setup because it handles both ecosystems without a settings headache. The 99% sRGB coverage is solid for everyday use, and the slim stand leaves desk space free. It is not the fastest panel here, but that is the trade for a monitor that works with both graphics ecosystems. We still reach for it when compatibility matters more than raw refresh, especially on a desk shared with a console.

The MSI PRO MP243L E14 makes its case with a 1500:1 contrast ratio, a figure that stands out among the IPS monitors here. Deeper blacks help dark games and late-night movies, and the 144Hz refresh keeps motion smooth.

We like this one for a first gaming setup because it covers the essentials without asking for much: 1080p at 23.8 inches, FreeSync, a 1ms response time, and a 144Hz panel. The 102% color gamut gives it more saturation than a plain office monitor, and the four-sided slim bezel looks tidy beside a second screen. It is not the fastest panel here, but it is fast enough for most players.

The three-year warranty is a genuine advantage in this group. For a tight budget, this is the monitor we recommend first, and the 1500:1 contrast gives it a little more depth than the usual budget IPS panel.

A 1500R curve and a 180Hz refresh rate are the two reasons the Sceptre C248B-FW180T earns a place. The curve wraps the edges toward you, which makes the 24-inch screen feel a little more immersive without taking over a small desk. We prefer this Sceptre to the flat 165Hz model for gaming because the extra refresh and 100% sRGB coverage make it the more complete package.

Two HDMI and two DisplayPort inputs are generous in this group, and the built-in speakers are convenient for a quick setup; we treat them as a backup for system sounds rather than a reason to skip a headset. The 1080p picture has enough sharpness for games and everyday work, and the 180Hz panel is a clear step up from a 75Hz office screen. The picture is not as consistent as the IPS picks, particularly in dark scenes, but the curve and the four inputs are what make it useful for a budget build. If color accuracy matters more, the AOC is the safer buy.

The ASUS TUF VG24VQERC is the curved pick for someone who cares more about contrast than saving space: its 23.6-inch panel is slightly smaller than the 24-inch models here, and it sits at the premium end of this group. What you get for that is a 1500R curve, a 3000:1 contrast ratio, and 90% DCI-P3 coverage. We like the deeper blacks for atmospheric games, and the 180Hz refresh with ELMB Sync is a good match for fast play.

Shadow Boost is useful in dark corners, and the three-year warranty adds peace of mind. DisplayPort plus two HDMI inputs cover a PC and a couple of consoles. The 23.6-inch viewable area is the one spec we keep noticing: it is close to 24 inches, but a direct side-by-side makes the difference visible. If you want the deepest blacks in this group, the contrast is the reason to choose it; the Sceptre is the budget alternative if the curve matters more than contrast. The ASUS is the one we reach for in a dim room where black levels do more for the mood than raw refresh.

The SANSUI ES-G24C1 PRO is the curved speed option: a 240Hz VA panel with a 1500R curve and a 3000:1 contrast ratio.

We like it for a racing or immersion setup because the high refresh and deep blacks make fast motion and dark scenes more engaging. The 124% sRGB coverage is unusually wide for this group, and FreeSync is on board. The 3000:1 contrast gives dark scenes more weight than the IPS picks, and the curve makes the screen feel wider than 24 inches without adding desk depth. The 24-inch panel is easy to fit on a small desk, and the 240Hz ceiling gives a midrange graphics card room to grow.

The one caveat we keep coming back to is consistency: some units can flash black or fail to power on, so we treat the return window as part of the purchase. If you want the curve and 240Hz at a midrange price, it is worth a look; if you want the safest long-term buy, the Dell or AOC is the better call.