ASUS GAMING VG259Q gaming monitor review

Recently, there has been an increase in gaming monitors that offer high performance yet are affordable.
Gaming monitors are now becoming commonplace, and many gaming monitors equipped with a variety of features are now available.
This is what happens to people buying a gaming monitor for the first time.
"Which one should I buy...?"
That's right. I understand.

So this time, we will introduce a high-spec, high-cost performance device that can do anything with just one device.ASUS GAMING VG259QI would like to introduce the following.

I want to play competitive games and watch videos on a beautiful screen.
Something that is as cheap as possible and can be used for a long time...
This is the perfect dish for such people!
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ASUS GAMING VG259Q [Specifications]

Let's start by looking at the basics of this monitor.
Ignore the fact that the outer box is dirty. The invoice didn't come off cleanly.

First, I write out the spell.
Look at the following string:I see!Unless you're a monitor geek who thinks, "This is just a summary," you can skip ahead to the next section. If you just want to know the important points, just jump to the next section!

Panel size: 24.5-inch wide
Panel type: IPS
最大解像度：1,920×1,080ドット
Diameter: 0.283 mm
Maximum brightness: 400 cd/㎡
Surface specification: Non-glare
Contrast ratio: 1000:1
ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio (ASCR): 100000000:1
視野角：水平178°、垂直178°
最大表示色：約1677万色
フリッカーフリー技術搭載
Response time: 1ms MPRT

Trace-Free Technology
GamePlus features (Aim Pointer/Timer/FPS Counter/Display Alignment)
HDCP: Supported
ブルーライト軽減機能
VividPixel Technology
GameVisual Technology: 7 modes (Scenery/Racing/Cinema/RTS/RPG/FPS/sRGB/MOBA Mode)
Adaptive-Sync: Supported
GameFast Input Technology
Extreme Low Motion Blur
Shadow Boost

Stereo speakers (2W + 2W)

Video input terminal: HDMI 1.4 x 2, DisplayPort 1.2
Headphone output terminal: 3.5mm stereo mini jack

DisplayPort: Horizontal 162 ~162 KHz/Vertical 48 ~144 Hz
HDMI: Horizontal 30 ~162 KHz/Vertical 48 ~144 Hz

Tilt: Up 33°~Down 5°
Swivel: Left +90°~Right -90°
Vertical rotation (pivot): Left +90°~Right -90°
Height adjustment: 0mm~130mm
対応VESA 規格：100mm×100mm
*Can be connected to most monitor arms

Choose your gaming monitor by panel

Panel talk.
24.5-inch widescreen monitor. IPS panel. 1920 x 1080 Full HD monitor.
I think this is a surefire combination.
There are various types of panels, such as TN, VA, and IPS, but the colors are beautiful and do not change even when viewed from a slight angle, making them suitable for a variety of tasks at your desk, from playing games and watching videos and movies to image editing.

This size is especially recommended for those who play competitive games.
The gaming monitors used in tournaments are typically around 24 inches, so if you're thinking of participating in a tournament, we recommend choosing a size that's similar to your home environment.

Monitor settings allow you to enjoy games and videos

*Monitor settings can be changed using the buttons and stick on the back.

There's a lot of talk about technology and visuals, but here I'd like to explain the features that could be considered the highlights of the ASUS GAMING VG259Q.

・IPS LCD 144hz monitor
This is the best reason to buy a gaming monitor.
If you look up, you'll see that there are high refresh rate monitors like 240hz, which are so fast you wonder what they're even useful for.
Most people will be able to feel the smoothness of the screen if it is outputting 144hz.
It's a good time to be alive, as there are an increasing number of monitors with IPS LCD, 144hz and low prices.

・Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB function)
Blur is a function that reduces the blurring and afterimages that appear when there is intense movement on the screen.
Turning this on will make the screen a little darker, so try increasing the brightness in the in-game settings!
By eliminating afterimages, objects and characters on the screen will be easier to see!
For some people, this blurring can cause eye strain and headaches.

・Shadow Boost
A function that brightens the dark (black) areas of the screen.
It will make it easier to see in dark places indoors.
It is extremely effective in games such as FPS where searching for enemies is important.

・Adaptive-Sync
A function that prevents stuttering and distortion of the screen display.
This affects your sense of immersion in the game, so there is a big difference between having the settings set and not having them set.
This is a feature that you'll want when playing cinematic games.
Please note that both your monitor and graphics card must be compatible!

*Scene switching and other operations can be done intuitively and easily using the rear stick.

The input terminal combination is easy to use for today's gamers

The ASUS GAMING VG259Q has a number of input terminals that meet the needs of gamers.
HDMI 1.4 x 2, DisplayPort 1.2The total of three video input terminals is a number of terminals that can be easily accommodated by a wide range of today's PC gamers and consumer gamers.
DisplayPort is used to connect to a PC, and HDMI is used to connect to consumer devices.
The remaining HDMI can be used for various purposes.
You can connect a Blu-ray or a second consumer device.

It's also nice that it has a 3.5mm stereo mini jack.
The ASUS GAMING VG259Q is equipped with stereo speakers, but if you want to enjoy the sound as well, or if the nature of the game requires you to be able to distinguish between sounds, you can connect headphones or speakers to the monitor's stereo mini jack and use them!

Other usability improvements

In addition to being able to adjust the angle up, down, left and right, the height can also be adjusted with great freedom.
The height can be adjusted so that it almost touches the legs of the monitor, so you can adjust the screen height to your eye level to suit your home environment.
*If you raise it to the maximum, it will be quite high, but this was the limit given the environment.

*The minimum will be down to this line.

In addition to the power cable, the package also includes a generous HDMI cable and DisplayPort cable for connection.
No need to buy a new cable!

The best buy right now: ASUS GAMING VG259Q

As of January 2021, I believe the ASUS GAMING VG259Q is by far the best buy at the moment.
·size
・Panel drive system
・接続端子
・Gaming functions
・Detailed settings
Whether it's a monitor for enjoying games or a device for winning, it's packed with all the features gamers want, and at a price of around 3 yen, it's no exaggeration to say that it's a very cost-effective product.
If you choose something that offers better performance or is less expensive, you will either have to give up something or choose a more expensive product.

No Game No Life.
Why not try the ASUS GAMING VG259Q as your new gear?
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