24.5″ Asus VA259HGA – Specs & Features
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At a glance
The Asus VA259HGA is a 24.5-inch Full HD Monitor designed for gaming and multimedia. It features a IPS panel for accurate colours and wide viewing angles. The Monitor is suitable for gaming and creative work and includes 48 Hz - 120 Hz refresh rate and HDMI connectivity. However, it may not be ideal for blacks appear grey in dark environments compared to OLED or VA. It scores Great — 7.2/10 across our display performance benchmarks.
- IPS panel delivers consistent colour accuracy across a 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle.
Model Year
2024
Size Class
25"
Panel Type
IPS
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
72
/100
Refresh Rate
Higher is smoother — 144Hz+ ideal for gaming
50
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Response Time
Lower is better — 1ms GtG excellent
52
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Colour Coverage
% of DCI-P3 colour gamut — 90%+ for professional work
99
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Brightness
Panel brightness in nits — 1000+ for strong HDR
30
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The Asus VA259HGA achieves an overall display score of 7.2/10. With a 120Hz refresh rate and 4ms 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 VA259HGA
Perfect For
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Everyday Power Users 120Hz
Scrolling feels instant, not sluggish
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Photo Editors & Colour Graders 99% P3
Screen colours match print and web export
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Home Office & Remote Workers Work
Reliable all-day viewing for desk work
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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Dark-Room Cinema Fans IPS Panel
IPS produces a subtle grey glow in completely dark rooms. VA or OLED produces genuinely black dark scenes.
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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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Quick Advice: Buy this for
professional colour-critical creative work.
1080p and wide gamut at 120Hz makes this strong for Lightroom, DaVinci Resolve and similar workflows. If gaming refresh rate is also a requirement, confirm the VRR range first.
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Real-World Use Cases
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What you grade is what the client receives
99% DCI-P3 keeps profiles consistent from Lightroom to print export.
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Colour accurate at every angle, all day
IPS stays consistent at 178° — shared-screen reviews and standing desks included.
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Smooth playback for YouTube and Netflix
Adequate refresh rate and colour output for all major streaming platforms at full quality.
Each scenario is derived from confirmed Asus VA259HGA specs. Real-world results vary with system configuration and content source.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- IPS panel consistent 178°/178° viewing angles with accurate, uniform color reproduction
- 300 cd/m² display comfortable brightness for extended daily use
- Full HD at 89 PPI clear image for everyday computing, gaming and media consumption
- 120Hz refresh rate smooth, comfortable scrolling for productivity and media use
- 1 ms (MPRT) significantly sharper moving images with reduced blur perception
Cons
- IPS contrast (1500 : 1) blacks appear grey in dark environments compared to OLED or VA
- 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 HDR certification standard dynamic range only; HDR content tone-mapped without uplift
We identified 5 advantages and 5 limitations for the Asus VA259HGA. 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
7.2/10
Great
The Asus VA259HGA earns a strong overall score of 7.2/10. 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 | VA259HGA | |
| Series | - | |
| Model Alias | - | |
| Model Year | 2024 |
✓ Good 2024 — recent model. Most modern features included.
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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 | IPS |
✓ Good IPS — consistent colour accuracy across 178° viewing angle. No colour shift when viewed from the side.
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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 | 1.778:1 | |
| 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 | - |
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Color & HDR
5
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Color Depth | 8 bits (6 bits + FRC) (FRC: Yes) |
△ 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 | 99% |
✓ Good 99% 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 | - |
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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 | 1500 : 1 |
✓ Good 1500 : 1 — above-average contrast. Good for movie watching in mixed lighting.
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Performance
3
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 120 Hz |
✓ Good 120Hz — enables PS5 and Xbox Series X 120fps Performance Mode. Also smooth for everyday desktop use.
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| Response Time | 4 ms (GtG)1 ms (MPRT) |
✓ Good 4 ms (GtG)1 ms (MPRT) GtG — fast enough for gaming with minimal trailing behind moving objects.
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| Adaptive Sync | VESA AdaptiveSync |
✓ Good VESA AdaptiveSync — industry-standard VRR. Tear-free gaming across GPU brands.
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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: 1 ms (MPRT) Dynamic Contrast: - Input Lag: - Screen Coating: Anti-glare/Matte |
Anti-glare matte coating. 178° wide viewing angles.
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Camera
1
| 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
1
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Audio | 2 x 2 W (watts) | 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
2
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Ports | 1 x HDMI 1.4 (b) 1 x D-sub 1 x 3.5 mm Audio In 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out |
✓ Good HDMI — standard display connection for consoles and laptops.
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| Wireless | - |
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Ergonomics
6
| 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 +20° |
✓ 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
1
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Gaming Features | Adaptive-Sync technology |
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Smart & Software Features
2
| 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 Flicker-free technology Low Blue Light |
✓ Good Asus DisplayWidget Center
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 | 20W |
✓ Good 20W — 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 | CE Energy Star EPEAT Silver FSC TCO Certified TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certified |
✓ Good ENERGY STAR — US energy efficiency standard. EPEAT — sustainable electronics certification. CE — meets EU safety & electromagnetic standards. TCO Certified — sustainable IT product standard.
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Design, Build & Dimensions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Without Stand Width | - |
Dimension data not published by manufacturer.
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| Without Stand Height | - |
Dimension data not published by manufacturer.
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| Without Stand Depth | - |
Dimension data not published by manufacturer.
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| Without Stand Weight | - |
Weight not specified by manufacturer.
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| With Stand Width | - |
Dimension data not published by manufacturer.
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| With Stand Height | - |
Dimension data not published by manufacturer.
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| With Stand Depth | - |
Dimension data not published by manufacturer.
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| With Stand Weight | - |
Weight not specified by manufacturer.
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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% – 85% |
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 VA259HGA use? ›
It features an IPS panel, which delivers wide 178° viewing angles and consistent colour accuracy. Colours stay accurate whether you're sitting centred or off to the side.
02 How smooth is the Asus VA259HGA for everyday use? ›
The 120Hz refresh rate makes scrolling, animations, and cursor movement visibly smoother than a 60Hz screen. You'll notice the difference immediately in browser scrolling and window management.
03 Is the Asus VA259HGA suitable for photo or video editing? ›
✓ Yes — 99% 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 VA259HGA best for? ›
It is best suited for content creators. It is less ideal for hardcore gaming — there are better-spec'd options for those needs. Check the "Who Should Buy" section above for a full profile breakdown.
05 Does the IPS panel cause issues in dark rooms? ›
IPS panels produce a slight glow in very dark rooms when displaying black content — this is normal for the technology. It is most noticeable in pitch-black rooms. For dark-room cinematic use, a VA or OLED panel would produce deeper blacks. For everyday and office use it is not an issue.
06 Is the Asus VA259HGA worth buying in 2026? ›
Asus VA259HGA remains a competitive option in 2026. 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 VA259HGA specifications. For full technical data, see the Specifications tab above.
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