Display Enlightment by NCX

Hi NCX,
I appreciate everything you do, I've used your guides multiple times to suggest people what monitors to buy.
What do you think about new AOC's C24G1? Seems to use the same VA panel as the MSI Optix, but it's reviewed fairly well and has good opinions. On top of that it costs ~15-20% that any other VA 1080p 144hz monitor in my country. I'm still deciding whenever I want a VA or TN panel. I've never used an IPS, so I'd be fine with bad colors, as long as it's not worse than my current Samsung SyncMaster 913v.
Here are the only reviews I could find, unfortunately not in English:
http://diy.pconline.com.cn/1124/11242024.html
http://www.xyscyihaodian.com/rw/2018/0726/148407.html
Thanks again for your work.

Thanks to both for the appreciative comments.

What do you think about new AOC's C24G1? Seems to use the same VA panel as the MSI Optix, but it's reviewed fairly well and has good opinions.

I'm aware of diy PC online and don't use them as source since they use an inaccurate Spyder colorimeter and don't provide enough important information to base a decision on, and neither does the second site which has even less information and uses a Spyder.  Based on the information provided by PC Online the AOC has accurate gamma which indicates that it won't look washed out, which is something to be skeptical of since even AOC's flag ship G-Sync monitors have low preset gamma resulting in washed out image quality.  Expect it to look washed out and in need of its gamma setting to be increased.  Familiarize yourself with the Lagom Black Level page; if the gamma is to low the squares in the top row will be easily distinguishable while square 1-4 will mostly blend if the gamma is 2.2 or higher.

The reason I want to switch is because I think my game will improve with a higher framerate and response time.

The frame rate will be the same on a high hz 1080p monitor if V-Sync is turned off, and upgrading from a lag-less 60hz VA panel to a high hz TN panel won't make you a better player.   Less screen tearing, ghosting (VA color smearing and streaking), and motion blur are benefits, and gaming will feel both faster and smoother, but it skill is skill.  If you were upgrading from a display with very high input lag (TV with the game/PC mode turned off) then expect significant improvement. 

I also prefer smaller 25" monitor...My budget is ideally below $400 but I am happy to increase more if it is truly worth doing so.

If that's 400$ US then I'll suggest the

Acer XB241H (144hz TN with G-Sync and ULMB/back-light strobing)
AOC G2590PX (new 144hz AUO TN panel with accurate color)
Samsung C24FG73 (144hz VA panel with back-light strobing; my top pick)
Viewsonic XG2402 (144hz TN panel)

G-Sync will extend the usefulness of the 970 since it gets rid of screen tearing and makes lower frame rates feel better.  Blur Busters G-Sync Input Lag Testing & Optimal Lag Reducing Game Settings.

Might as well put this here, as it fits better. I'm assuming my XG2402 unit is worth keeping? Only reason I ask is that I'm still in the return window, so just want to be absolutely, 100% sure. The Acer seems good, but is it better enough to consider over my particular XG2402? I definitely know that there is no guarantee that I'd get an Acer like yours, so I'm not even sure if the lottery is worth it. (Edit: The Acer doesn't actually seem to be in stock anywhere here either way) (And I'm going to assume that the XFA240 is a different monitor)

Hey, might as well get out all of my uncertainties before the return window closes (That button snapping made me even more uncertain, though not a dealbreaker, just annoying)

I'm surprised that you can stand using the XG2402 after using a good IPS panel like the 24 Envy for a year.

Probably helps that I used a matte 60hz TN for long before that, so I guess I'm just used to the usual TN issues

It is the XF240H; look at the top right:

Yeah, was actually asking if the XFA240 is the same thing, as they look similar (And that one is actually in stock most places)

I think I saw a few XF240H's on Ebay, but I'm thinking that might be more of a hassle to return things, even if the listings allow returns.


Edit: From what I've seen, the XFA240 seems to be a new version of the XF240H. The fact that the XF240H's were near completely phased out here in favor of that seems to confirm it a bit. Wish there was more info on it (Though since I have an i1 Pro 2, it wouldn't be as much of a risk if I end up trying that)

Hey NCX I am from Reddit and I am wondering what your thoughts are on the HP VH240a. It's extremely popular on amazon.com and I just wanted to check and see what your thoughts are on it. I am looking for a 1080p 24 inch IPS monitor that has a matte screen & small bezels. Freesync & G-Sync aren't important. My budget is $200 Canadian.

https://www.amazon.com/HP-23-8-inch-Adjustment-Speakers-VH240a/dp/B072M34RQC

I'm looking to replace my AOC G2460GP that I've been using for over 2 years, or possibly keep it around as a second display. I'm interested in non-curved, HDMI-support, G-Sync, >60hz and between 1080p and 1440p. What are some good options?

Budget?

My bad, my budget is around 500 max, though i'd love to have it around 3-400 if possible.

None of the G-Sync monitors under 2,000$ support more than 60hz or 1080p over HDMI.

The AOC AG271QG is very tempting but it's outside my budget, especially considering how i'd like to upgrade my GPU (Stuck with a GTX 970, only one DP port and not beefy enough for 1440p). The LG even more so.

of which the AOC AG271QG ([ur=http://bestmonitorsbyncx.createaforum.com/general-discussion/best-144hz-monitors/msg342/#msg342l]review links[/url] is the best (top choice), or the flat LG 32GK850G

When I said "HDMI support", I meant for stuff like consoles and other devices.

There's a G2460PG with G-Sync

?? That's what i'm trying to replace unless you meant a different model.