23.8″ AOC 24G42E – Full Specifications
Anyone chasing frame rates on a Full HD budget will find the AOC 24G42E worth a look.
Overview
Anyone chasing frame rates on a Full HD budget will find the AOC 24G42E worth a look. This 23.8-inch IPS monitor reaches 180 Hz with Adaptive-Sync, brightness is 300 nits, and the panel claims 93.9% DCI-P3 coverage alongside HDR10 input. Two HDMI 2.0 ports and a DisplayPort 1.4 give plenty of ways to connect a PC and consoles. The unit weighs 3 kg with the stand and 2.62 kg without. It is a straightforward choice for a first competitive setup or a second desk.
- 92 ppi, 23.8-inch IPS, 1920 × 1080
- 180 Hz refresh rate, Adaptive-Sync
- HDR10 input, 1000:1 contrast, 300 nits
- 93.9% DCI-P3, 8-bit, 2× HDMI 2.0
- DisplayPort 1.4, 3 kg with stand
Pros & Cons
- 180 Hz makes fast motion feel effortless
- Two HDMI ports plus a DisplayPort 1.4
- Wide 93.9% DCI-P3 coverage adds vibrance
- Light 2.62 kg body lifts onto arms
- 300 nits handles typical daytime desk lighting
- 1000:1 contrast is only average for IPS
- HDR10 at only 300 nits adds little
- Panel is 8-bit, not a 10-bit design
- Connectivity skips USB-C and USB-A sockets entirely
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | AOC |
| Model | 24G42E |
| Full Product Name | AOC 24G42E |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 23.8 in |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Display Area | 89.03% |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Panel Technology | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) |
23.8" Display Size (60.5 cm) 16:10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 × 1080 pixels (Full HD / 1080p) |
| Pixel Density | 92 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.275 mm |
Resolution at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors (24-bit) |
Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 180 Hz |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.4 |
Ports & Connections
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 × 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight With Stand | 3 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 2.62 kg |
Power & Operating Conditions 5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100 V - 120 V (110V) / 220 V - 240 V (220V) |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 19 W |
| Average Power Consumption | 19 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3 W |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses 4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| RoHS | CH RoHS |
| CE | Yes |
| CECP | CECP |
| FCC | FCC |
Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Draws more power than 100% of the 701 comparable displays we track.