24.5″ Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A – Specs & Features
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At a glance
The Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A is a 24.5-inch Full HD Monitor designed for gaming. It features a VA panel for deep blacks and strong contrast. The Monitor is suitable for gaming and fast-paced content and includes 48 Hz - 200 Hz refresh rate and HDMI connectivity. However, it may not be ideal for trailing artifact visible in fast dark-to-bright transitions. It scores Great — 7.6/10 across our display performance benchmarks.
- VA panel offers superior contrast ratios over IPS but narrower colour accuracy at wide viewing angles.
Model Year
2025
Size Class
25"
Panel Type
VA
Scores and analysis are based on DisplayInput – Monitor & TV Specs Comparison's display benchmark methodology across 6 verified specifications. Data sourced from Asus's official specifications and independent lab measurements.
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Display Performance
Overall Score
Combined display quality score
76
/100
Refresh Rate
Higher is smoother — 144Hz+ ideal for gaming
83
/100
Response Time
Lower is better — 1ms GtG excellent
88
/100
Colour Coverage
% of DCI-P3 colour gamut — 90%+ for professional work
90
/100
125% sRGB = 90% DCI-P3 — same gamut, different scale.
Brightness
Panel brightness in nits — 1000+ for strong HDR
30
/100
125% sRGB = 90% DCI-P3 — same gamut, different scale.
The Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A achieves an overall display score of 7.6/10. With a 200Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time, it delivers excellent motion clarity for gaming and fast-paced content. Wide colour gamut is suitable for creative work. Typical brightness of 300 nits is adequate for indoor use.
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Who Should Buy the Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A
Perfect For
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PC Gamers 200Hz
Fluid motion 60Hz cannot match
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Photo Editors & Colour Graders 125% P3
Screen colours match print and web export
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Dark-Scene & Movie Viewers VA Panel
Deep contrast without the LCD grey cast
Not Ideal For
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HDR Enthusiasts No HDR
No certified HDR. Streaming HDR-flagged content will be downgraded to SDR automatically.
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Extreme Multitaskers 16:9 Only
Standard 16:9 cannot fit two full-width apps without overlap. An ultrawide replaces a dual-monitor setup cleanly.
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Single-Cable Laptop Users No USB-C
No USB-C port means separate video and power cables are needed for a laptop. No single-cable docking possible.
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Quick Advice: Buy this for
200Hz 1080p gaming and daily use.
At 200Hz, 1080p and pixel density, this is a strong all-rounder. If your workflow is purely creative rather than gaming, a 60Hz wide-gamut panel offers better colour at lower cost.
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Real-World Use Cases
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Motion stays sharp through fast camera pans
200Hz keeps enemies mid-sprint clear, not blurred. FreeSync Premium maintains smooth output when frame rate fluctuates.
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What you grade is what the client receives
125% DCI-P3 keeps profiles consistent from Lightroom to print export.
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Deep contrast makes dark scenes genuinely dark
VA contrast keeps shadows dark without crushing detail. Native ratio: 3500 : 1. Dim-room streaming gains real depth.
Each scenario is derived from confirmed Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A specs. Real-world results vary with system configuration and content source.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- VA panel high native contrast (3500 : 1) for deep blacks and rich, immersive visuals
- HDR support (HDR10) wider luminance range for more lifelike content
- Full HD at 89 PPI clear image for everyday computing, gaming and media consumption
- 200Hz refresh rate fluid, responsive gameplay significantly above standard 144Hz
- 0.5 ms (MPRT) significantly sharper moving images with reduced blur perception
Cons
- VA pixel response slower than IPS trailing artifact visible in fast dark-to-bright transitions
- Full HD resolution adequate for the size but detail is limited vs QHD alternatives
- Tilt-only stand no height adjustment, swivel or portrait pivot available
- No USB-C or Thunderbolt modern laptops need a separate adapter for single-cable setup
- No Ethernet or Wi-Fi relies entirely on wired display connection with no network features
We identified 5 advantages and 5 limitations for the Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A. The trade-offs are worth evaluating against your specific needs before purchasing. All 10 points are derived from verified specifications and independently confirmed benchmark data.
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Score & Ratings
7.6/10
Great
The Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A earns a strong overall score of 7.6/10. Our editors evaluate each Monitor across display quality, colour accuracy, motion performance, and connectivity.
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Basic Information
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brand | Asus | |
| Model | TUF Gaming VG257Q5A | |
| Series | TUF Gaming | |
| Model Alias | - | |
| Model Year | 2025 |
✓ Good 2025 — current generation. Latest panel technology and features.
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Display
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Size Class | 24.5-inch |
△ Average 24" — standard monitor. Efficient for focused work; compact desk footprint.
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| Panel Type | VA |
✓ Good VA — higher native contrast than IPS. Dark scenes look genuinely black; ideal for movies in dim rooms.
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| Curvature | -- | |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
△ Average Full HD (1920×1080) — adequate up to 24–27". Pixels become visible on larger panels at close range.
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| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Standard 16:9 — universal for all streaming, gaming, and productivity content worldwide.
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| Pixel Density | 89 PPI |
△ Average 89 PPI — standard TV density. Fine from 2m+; pixels visible up close.
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| Pixel Pitch | 0.28 mm (millimeters) |
△ Average 0.28 mm (millimeters) pitch — standard. Pixels become visible on close inspection of large panels.
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| Display Area | 89.45 % (percent) |
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Color & HDR
5
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Color Depth | 8 bits |
△ Average 8-bit — 16.7 million colours. Fine for SDR and everyday use; banding may appear in HDR gradients.
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| Colors | 16777216 colors |
△ Average 16.7 million colours (8-bit) — standard for SDR; gradient banding may appear in HDR.
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| sRGB | 125% |
✓ Good 125% sRGB — virtually complete coverage. Colour output matches what clients and printers receive exactly.
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| DCI-P3 Coverage | - |
DCI-P3 coverage not published by the manufacturer for this model.
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| HDR Support | HDR10 |
△ Average HDR10 — universal HDR baseline. Supported by all streaming services, games, and HDR discs.
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Brightness & Contrast
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brightness (Typical) | 300 cd/m² |
△ Average 300 cd/m² — comfortable indoors. May wash out next to a bright window or in direct sunlight.
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| Peak Brightness | - |
OLED brightness varies per pixel and scene. Manufacturers often omit a fixed nit figure; contrast quality exceeds most LED panels anyway.
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| Contrast | 3500 : 1 |
✓ Good 3500 : 1 — excellent shadow detail. Noticeably better than IPS in dark room viewing.
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Performance
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 200 Hz |
✓ Good 165Hz — excellent for all gaming genres. Fast camera pans and sprints stay sharp, not blurred.
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| Response Time | 1 ms (GtG)0.5 ms (MPRT) |
✓ Good 1 ms (GtG)0.5 ms (MPRT) GtG — near-instant pixel transitions. Ghosting is invisible even in fast esports.
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| Adaptive Sync | AMD FreeSync Premium NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible |
✓ Good FreeSync Premium — tear-free gaming with LFC (prevents judder below minimum Hz). Works on AMD and NVIDIA GPUs.
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Display Technologies
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: - Backlight: W-LED Viewing Angles: 178° / 178° (H / V) MPRT Response: 0.5 ms (MPRT) Dynamic Contrast: - Input Lag: - Screen Coating: Anti-glare/Matte |
Anti-glare matte coating. 178° wide viewing angles.
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Camera
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Camera | No |
⚠ Limited No built-in camera. An external webcam is needed for video calls.
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Audio
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Audio | 100 x 100 mm | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
3.5mm headphone/audio output — connects wired headphones or routes audio to external speakers.
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Connectivity & Ports
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Ports | 2 x HDMI 2.0 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR2) 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out |
✓ Good HDMI 2.0 — 4K@60Hz max bandwidth. DisplayPort 1.4 — full bandwidth for high-refresh PC gaming.
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| Wireless | - |
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Ergonomics
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
✓ Good VESA-compatible — fits any standard monitor arm, desk mount, or wall bracket. No proprietary hardware needed.
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| Height Adjustment | No | |
| Pivot | No |
⚠ Limited No pivot — cannot rotate to portrait orientation.
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| Swivel | No |
⚠ Limited No swivel — stand cannot rotate left/right. Adjust by moving the whole monitor.
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| Tilt | -5° to +23° |
✓ Good Tilt ±5° — adjustable screen angle reduces neck strain and matches your eye level.
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| Removable Stand | Yes |
✓ Good Stand detaches cleanly from the panel — mount on any VESA arm or wall bracket without a leftover collar.
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Gaming Features
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Gaming Features | Adaptive-Sync technology AMD FreeSync Premium Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync (ELMB Sync) GameFast Input GamePlus (Crosshair / Timer / FPS Counter / Display Alignment / Stopwatch) GameVisual NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible Shadow Boost Trace Free technology Variable Overdrive VESA AdaptiveSync Display 200Hz |
✓ Good NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible (tear-free). AMD FreeSync (tear-free).
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Smart & Software Features
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Operating System | - |
No smart OS — this is a PC monitor. All input comes from connected computers or consoles.
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| Smart Features | Asus DisplayWidget Center Asus Power Sync Color Temperature Selection (4 modes) Fast VA Flicker-free technology Low Blue Light |
✓ Good Asus DisplayWidget Center
Asus Power Sync
Color Temperature Selection (4 modes)
Fast VA
Flicker-free technology
Low Blue Light — software features including OSD controls and display calibration tools.
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Power Consumption
5
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Voltage | 100–240V |
✓ Good Universal or wide-range power supply. Compatible with outlets in the US, UK, EU, and most countries.
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| Frequency | 50/60Hz |
50/60Hz AC supply — compatible with worldwide power grids including US, UK, EU, and AU.
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| Average Consumption | 29W |
✓ Good 29W — very energy efficient. Low electricity cost even for all-day use.
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| Maximum Consumption | - |
Peak power draw not published. Typically 2–3× the average consumption figure.
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| Standby | 0.3W |
✓ Good 0.3W standby — near-zero idle power. Excellent energy compliance.
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Certificates
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Certificates | Energy Star TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified (Software Solution) |
✓ Good ENERGY STAR — US energy efficiency standard. CE — meets EU safety & electromagnetic standards.
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Design, Build & Dimensions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Without Stand Width | 558.6 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Height | 329.3 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Depth | 62.6 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Weight | 3.2 kg |
✓ Good 3.2 kg — lightweight; easy to position or wall-mount solo.
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| With Stand Width | 558.6 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Height | 400.4 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Depth | 174 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Weight | 3.8 kg |
✓ Good 3.8 kg — lightweight; easy to position or wall-mount solo.
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| Color | Black |
Available colour finish for this unit.
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Operating Conditions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Temperature | 0°C – 40°C |
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
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| Humidity | 10% – 80% |
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
01 What type of panel does the Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A use? ›
The Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A uses a VA (VA) panel. VA panels produce deeper blacks and higher native contrast than IPS — best for movie watching in dim rooms. Viewing angles are narrower than IPS but colour stays consistent straight-on.
02 Can the Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A handle gaming? ›
✓ Yes — the 200Hz refresh rate makes fast-paced titles noticeably smoother than 60Hz. Fast camera pans and character movement stay sharp. 1ms response time minimises ghosting. FreeSync Premium support prevents tearing without V-Sync input lag.
03 Is the Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A suitable for photo or video editing? ›
✓ Yes — 125% DCI-P3 coverage means the colours you grade in Lightroom or DaVinci Resolve stay consistent when exported to screen and print. Suitable for professional colour work without a dedicated calibration monitor.
04 Who is the Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A best for? ›
It is best suited for gamers, content creators, movie fans. Check the "Who Should Buy" section above for a full profile breakdown.
05 Is the Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A worth buying in 2026? ›
Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A remains a competitive option in 2026. 200Hz refresh keeps motion smooth for gaming, which remains relevant as 144Hz+ is now the expected baseline. Wide colour gamut coverage remains relevant for photo, video, and content creation workflows. Before purchasing, compare the current street price against newer models at the same price point to confirm it offers the best value for your use case.
Questions are generated from Asus TUF Gaming VG257Q5A specifications. For full technical data, see the Specifications tab above.
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