Display
23.8-inch, IPS, 1920 x 1080 pixels
23.8
Refresh Rate
50 Hz - 120 Hz
50 Hz
Brightness
300 cd/m²
300 cd
Contrast Ratio
1500 : 1
1500
Overview
Made for everyday desks, the Asus VA249QGSE is a 23.8-inch 1920 x 1080 IPS monitor aimed at office users who value a fully adjustable stand, low power use and smoother-than-basic motion. Its 50–120 Hz refresh range, 1 ms response claim and Adaptive-Sync support make scrolling and light gaming more capable than a fixed 60 Hz office panel. The stand is the main strength, with 130 mm height adjustment, ±180° swivel, pivot, -5° to +35° tilt and a 100 x 100 mm VESA mount. It also includes HDMI 1.4, DisplayPort 1.2, D-sub, audio output and two 2 W speakers. The limitations are Full HD resolution, no HDR support and no USB hub. The sheet also duplicates “PPI”, mislabels HDCP 2.2 as wireless, and gives Celsius values under Humidity. Buy it if ergonomic office use matters; skip it if you need higher resolution, USB-C or HDR.
BrandAsusPanel TypeIPSResolution1920 x 1080 pixelsRefresh Rate50 Hz - 120 Hz
Key Highlights
- 23.8-inch Full HD IPS panel
- 120 Hz maximum refresh with Adaptive-Sync
- 130 mm height adjustment, pivot and ±180° swivel
- Low 13 W average power consumption
- HDMI, DisplayPort, D-sub and built-in 2 x 2 W speakers
Who Should Buy the Asus VA249QGSE
+ Best For
Office users
the adjustable stand supports long desk sessions and varied positions
Home workers
HDMI, DisplayPort, D-sub and speakers cover old and new systems
Light gamers
120 Hz and Adaptive-Sync are a useful step above a basic 60 Hz monitor
Energy-conscious setups
average consumption is listed at only 13 W
× Not Ideal For
High-resolution work
1920 x 1080 provides limited workspace compared with QHD or 4K
HDR viewers
no HDR Support row is present
Modern laptop docks
there is no USB-C or USB hub
Specification-sensitive buyers
several rows contain duplicated units or wrong categories
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
50 Hz - 120 Hz
Smooth for office work and casual gaming
Response Time
1 ms
Measurement method is not published
Brightness
300 cd/m² typical; 300 cd/m² peak
No extra stated highlight headroom
Contrast
1500 : 1
Higher than the common 1,000:1 IPS claim
Colour Gamut
99% sRGB
Standard desktop colour-space coverage
HDR
Not published
No HDR format or certification appears on the sheet
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate50 Hz - 120 HzSuitable for casual and lighter competitive play
Response Time1 msThe sheet does not say whether this is GtG or MPRT
VRR / Adaptive SyncAdaptive-Sync technologyHelps match refresh to compatible frame rates
GPU RequirementEntry-level GPU sufficient for many usesFull HD at 120 Hz is less demanding than QHD or 4K
HDR & Brightness Reality
There is no HDR Support entry for the VA249QGSE, so it should be treated as an SDR monitor. Typical and peak brightness are both listed at 300 cd/m², which provides no stated highlight reserve, and no local dimming is mentioned. That is appropriate for office work, web use and ordinary video, but buyers should not expect HDR presentation. The 99% sRGB figure is more relevant here than an absent badge.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI1 x HDMI 1.4Basic digital input
DisplayPort1 x DisplayPort 1.2Useful for desktop PCs and business systems
USB-CNot publishedNo USB-C video or charging connection is listed
USB HubNot publishedNo USB peripheral ports are included
Audio Out1 x 3.5 mmExternal headphones or speakers can be connected
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint541.1 x 463.3 x 211.2 mm with standCompact width with a tall adjustable position
StandRemovable; 4.5 kg total weightFar more flexible than a basic office stand
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmStandard arm and wall-mount pattern
Tilt-5° to +35°Wide backward tilt range
Height Adjust130 mmGenerous vertical movement
Swivel / Pivot±180° swivel; pivot supportedExcellent side movement and portrait capability
Real-World Use Cases
Full HD, 120 Hz and a flexible stand suit everyday documents and browsing
D-sub, HDMI and DisplayPort support several generations of hardware
pivot and 130 mm height adjustment help with long pages
Adaptive-Sync and 120 Hz provide smoother motion than a basic office display
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 120 Hz IPS panel with Adaptive-Sync
- Excellent height, swivel, tilt and pivot adjustments
- Low 13 W average consumption
- HDMI, DisplayPort and legacy D-sub inputs
- Built-in 2 x 2 W speakers
Cons
- Limited to Full HD resolution
- No HDR, USB-C or USB hub
- Typical and peak brightness are both 300 cd/m²
- Several sheet fields contain unit or category errors
Score & Ratings
6.6/10
Good
Basic Information
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Asus |
| Model | VA249QGSE |
| Model Alias | VA249QGSE |
| Model Year | 2026 |
Display
8
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Size Class | 23.8-inch | The monitor uses a 23.8-inch panel |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS is used for broad viewing angles and consistent colour behaviour |
| Curvature | Not specified | |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | 1920 x 1080 pixels is the Full HD pixel grid |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 | 1.778:1 is another way of expressing 16:9 |
| Pixel Density | 92 PPI | The intended value is 92 PPI; the unit is duplicated on the sheet |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.275 mm | |
| Display Area | 89.82 % |
Color & HDR
5
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Color Depth | 8 bits | 8-bit colour supports the listed 16,777,216 colours |
| Colors | 16777216 colors | |
| sRGB | 99 % | The sheet claims 99% coverage of the standard desktop colour space |
Brightness & Contrast
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness (Typical) | 300 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² is the stated normal brightness |
| Peak Brightness | 300 cd/m² | |
| Contrast | 1500 : 1 | 1500 : 1 is the claimed static contrast ratio |
Performance
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 50 Hz - 120 Hz | |
| Response Time | 1 ms | |
| Adaptive Sync | Adaptive-Sync technology |
Adaptive-Sync technology matches refresh with compatible frame output |
Display Technologies
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: IPSBacklight: W-LEDViewing Angles: 178° / 178°Response Time: -Coating: Anti-glare/Matte (3H) |
Camera
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Camera | No |
Audio
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Audio | 2 x 2 W |
Connectivity & Ports
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Ports | 1× HDMI 1.41× DisplayPort 1.21× D-sub1× 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ergonomics
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| Height Adjustment | 130 mm |
| Pivot | Yes |
| Swivel | ±180° |
| Tilt | -5° to +35° |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
Gaming Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Gaming Features | Adaptive-Sync technologyGamePlusTrace Free technology |
Smart & Software Features
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Not specified |
| Smart Features | Asus DisplayWidget CenterAsus Eye Care+ TechnologyAsus Power SyncColor Temperature SelectionEye Care+ TechnologyFlicker-free technologyLow Blue LightMotion SyncQuickFitSplendid technology |
Power Consumption
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 100 V - 120 V / 220 V - 240 V |
| Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Consumption | 13 W |
| Standby | 0.5 W |
Certificates
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Certificates | Energy StarEPEAT GoldTCO CertifiedTÜV Rheinland Flicker-free CertifiedTÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified |
Design, Build & Dimensions
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Without Stand Width | 541.1 mm |
| Without Stand Height | 321.5 mm |
| Without Stand Depth | 49.8 mm |
| Without Stand Weight | 3.1 kg |
| With Stand Width | 541.1 mm |
| With Stand Height | 463.3 mm |
| With Stand Depth | 211.2 mm |
| With Stand Weight | 4.5 kg |
| Color | Black |
Operating Conditions
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Why is a 120 Hz refresh rate useful on an office monitor? +
It can make scrolling, cursor movement and window animation look smoother than 60 Hz. It also gives casual games more headroom when the system can exceed 60 frames per second.
02 What makes the VA249QGSE stand unusually flexible? +
It provides 130 mm height adjustment, ±180° swivel, pivot and -5° to +35° tilt. Those movements are much broader than the tilt-only stands found on many basic monitors.
03 Is HDCP 2.2 really a wireless feature? +
No. HDCP 2.2 is a digital content-protection standard, not a wireless connection. Its placement under Wireless is a sheet categorisation error.
04 Why does a 2026 office monitor still include D-sub? +
Because plenty of office and industrial machines still output VGA, and the port costs almost nothing to fit. Alongside HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.2 it keeps this monitor compatible with hardware a modern gaming panel would refuse.
05 What is the main compromise of this 23.8-inch Asus? +
Full HD resolution and the absence of HDR, USB-C and a USB hub keep it basic. Its strongest value comes from ergonomics and 120 Hz rather than image specification.
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