AOC announces 24 inch hardcore gaming monitor (2460PG) with NVIDIA G-SYNC
When it comes to monitors, the brand does matter. Some people think that a monitor is a monitor and the manufacturer is inconsequential. There is some truth to this, as sometimes a lesser-known company can manufacture a monitor that exceeds the quality of some top-tier competitors. Unfortunately, this is the exception to the rule, and sticking with brands like Dell and Samsung is the safest way to have a positive experience.
However, there is a brand that I discovered years ago while working at CompUSA that manufactures high-quality monitors at an affordable price -- AOC. Sure, it may not be as well known as some of the big-names, but its monitors are wonderful and don't break the bank. Today, AOC announces a 24 inch gaming monitor with NVIDIA G-SYNC at an affordable price. Gamers should check this out.
"G-SYNC technology synchronizes display refresh rates between the monitor and the PC's GPU to eliminate screen tearing and minimize display stutter and input lag. This advanced AOC gaming display (2460PG) gives competitive gamers a serious edge so they can focus on the game without the distraction of screen tearing, ghosting or latency. This means gamers receive critical images, such as enemy movement, on screen the moment they are rendered for greater accuracy and a serious gaming advantage over competitors", says AOC.
The manufacturer further explains, "the integrated DisplayPort connector and five USB ports are ideal for hooking up a range of devices and peripherals, plus USB 3.0 technology offers super-speed charging and data transfer. The ergonomic stand offers hours of viewing or gaming comfort, allowing you to adjust the height, tilt and swivel, as well as pivot into portrait mode. No matter what you're doing, smart energy-saving functions like W-LED backlighting help reduce your power consumption".
AOC lists the following specs:
| Screen Size | 24 inch |
| Brightness (typical) | 300 cd/m2 |
| Contrast Ratio (typical) | 80,000,000:1 |
| Response Time (typical) | 5 ms (OD:1ms) |
| Viewing Angle(typical) | 170°H/160°V(Typ)(CR=10) |
| Recommended Resolution | 1920*1080 |
| Display Colors | 16.7M |
| Input Signal & Connector | DisplayPort |
| VESA Wall-Mount | 100mmx100mm |
| Cabinet color | Black |
| Ergonomic Adjustment | Tilt (-3.5°±1.5°~+21.5±1.5°) |
| Pivot (90°) | |
| Height Adjust (130mm) | |
| Swivel (320°) |
Unfortunately, G-Sync technology is not compatible with all computers; you will need a compatible video card. Nvidia lists the following as certified:
| GeForce GTX 980 | GeForce GTX TITAN | GeForce GTX 745 (OEM) |
| GeForce GTX 970 | GeForce GTX 780 Ti | GeForce GTX 690 |
| GeForce GTX 880M | GeForce GTX 780 | GeForce GTX 680 |
| GeForce GTX 870M | GeForce GTX 770 | GeForce GTX 670 |
| GeForce GTX 850M | GeForce GTX 760 | GeForce GTX 660 Ti |
| GeForce GTX TITAN Z | GeForce GTX 750 Ti | GeForce GTX 660 |
| GeForce GTX TITAN Black | GeForce GTX 750 | GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST |
At $449 this is a great way for gamers to get a display with Nvidia's G-SYNC. However, if you do not have a compatible card, an upgrade will be necessary first. Users of AMD cards are out of luck altogether, but that should not be a surprise. If you are interested, it is being sold at Micro Center here. Unfortunately, it is listed as out of stock, but hopefully that changes soon.
Will you buy it? Tell me in the comments.