Display
24.5-inch, IPS, 1920 x 1080
24.5
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 380 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
400 cd/m² (peak 400 cd/m²)
400 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1 / Dynamic 120000000 : 1
1000
Overview
The Asus ROG Strix XG259QNS does not chase features. It is a 24.5-inch Full HD IPS esports monitor, built around refresh rate and very little else. The 24.5-inch panel lists a 1 ms GtG claim, a separate 0.3 ms MPRT claim and FreeSync Premium support. Its stand is more capable than many esports models, with 120 mm height adjustment, ±90° pivot, ±45° swivel and tilt. The panel is limited to 1920 x 1080, 8-bit colour and a 1,000:1 contrast ratio. At 24.5 inches the whole screen sits inside your field of view without eye movement, which is why this size remains the esports standard. Buy it if compact 380 Hz Full HD gaming is the priority; skip it if you want QHD detail, meaningful HDR or USB-C.
BrandAsusPanel TypeIPSResolution1920 x 1080Refresh Rate48 Hz - 380 Hz
Key Highlights
- 380 Hz maximum refresh rate
- FreeSync Premium support
- Fully adjustable stand
- Two-port USB Type-A hub
- Low listed average consumption of 14.36 W
Who Should Buy the Asus ROG Strix XG259QNS
+ Best For
Competitive Full HD players
The refresh range reaches 380 Hz
AMD GPU users
FreeSync Premium is explicitly listed
Compact gaming desks
The 24.5-inch panel keeps the footprint manageable
Users wanting stand flexibility
Height, swivel, pivot and tilt are available
× Not Ideal For
Resolution-focused buyers
The panel is limited to 1920 x 1080
HDR-first users
Typical and peak brightness are both 400 cd/m²
USB-C laptop users
No Type-C connection is listed
GeForce users wanting certification
G-Sync Compatible is not published
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 380 Hz
The published variable or fixed refresh range
Response Time
1 ms (GtG); 0.3 ms (MPRT)
The source joins a 1 ms GtG claim with a 0.3 ms MPRT claim
Brightness
400 cd/m² typical; 400 cd/m² peak
Published output figures, not measured results
Contrast
1000 : 1
The sheet's stated contrast ratio
Colour Gamut
110% sRGB
Published gamut coverage or volume
HDR
HDR10 / DisplayHDR 400
Practical value depends on the listed panel and brightness
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate48 Hz - 380 HzDefines the maximum motion update rate
Response Time1 ms (GtG); 0.3 ms (MPRT)The source joins a 1 ms GtG claim with a 0.3 ms MPRT claim
VRR / Adaptive SyncAMD FreeSync PremiumPublished variable-refresh support
GPU RequirementA fast GPU and lightweight settings help make use of 380 HzResolution and refresh both affect rendering demand
HDR & Brightness Reality
The HDR10 / DisplayHDR 400 badge has little hardware headroom here. Typical and peak brightness are both listed at 400 cd/m², so the sheet shows no extra brightness reserve for HDR highlights. The 1000 : 1 contrast claim may still affect dark-scene depth, but HDR compatibility does not prove a wider luminance range. Treat the badge as signal support rather than evidence of strong HDR impact.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI2 x HDMI 2.0Two Full HD-friendly inputs are listed
DisplayPort1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR3)Main high-refresh PC connection
USB-CNot publishedNo Type-C connection appears
USB Hub2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A downstreamTwo 5 Gbps downstream ports
Audio Out1 x 3.5 mmExternal audio is required because there are no speakers
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint558.0 mm x 372.0 mm x 218.0 mm with standPublished desk dimensions
StandRemovable; 5.58 kg with standPublished assembled weight and removable-stand design
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmCompatible with a matching arm or wall mount
Tilt-5° to +20°Published forward and backward adjustment
Height Adjust120 mmPublished vertical adjustment
Swivel / Pivot±45° swivel; ±90° pivotPivot is ±90°
Real-World Use Cases
380 Hz supports very high frame-rate play
Full HD reduces rendering demand compared with QHD
The stand supports ±90° pivot
Two downstream USB Type-A ports are listed
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 380 Hz maximum refresh rate
- FreeSync Premium support
- Fully adjustable stand
- Two-port USB Type-A hub
- Low listed average consumption of 14.36 W
Cons
- Full HD resolution only
- No stated HDR brightness headroom
- No USB-C or built-in speakers
- G-Sync Compatible is not listed
Score & Ratings
7.6/10
Great
Model Information
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Asus |
| Series | ROG Strix |
| Model | ROG Strix XG259QNS |
| Model Alias | ROG Strix XG259QNS-W |
| Full Product Name | Asus ROG Strix XG259QNS |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Available Colors | Black |
Display & Panel
5
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 24.5-inch | |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 | |
| Display Area | 88.73 % (percent) | |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS - wide viewing angles and stable colour, with the usual contrast weakness at 1000 : 1. |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 × 1080 | |
| Pixel Density | 89 PPI | 89 PPI - coarse at desk distance; pixel structure shows if you sit close. |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.283 mm (millimeters) |
Picture Quality & Color
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors |
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 380 Hz |
Ports & Connectivity
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 2× HDMI 2.0 |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 × 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 × 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 120 mm |
| Height Range | 120 mm |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight With Stand | 5.58 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 2.92 kg |
Power & Operating Conditions
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| AC Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 14.36W |
| Average Power Consumption | 14.36W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3W |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 How much does 48 Hz - 380 Hz matter on the ROG Strix XG259QNS's 1920 x 1080 panel? +
The range is listed as 48 Hz - 380 Hz, so the upper end is aimed at high-frame-rate use. A fast GPU and lightweight settings help make use of 380 Hz.
02 Why does the ROG Strix XG259QNS sheet run its GtG and MPRT figures together? +
The source appears to combine separate claims as 1 ms (GtG); 0.3 ms (MPRT). GtG and MPRT use different methods, and the sheet provides no independent test result.
03 The ROG Strix XG259QNS lists 400 cd/m² for both typical and peak brightness — what does that do to HDR? +
It leaves HDR10 / DisplayHDR 400 with no stated brightness reserve for highlights. HDR material can be accepted, but the figures do not demonstrate a wider luminance range.
04 What is absent from the ROG Strix XG259QNS's connection list for a USB-C laptop desk? +
No USB-C display input or charging capability is published. The listed HDMI, DisplayPort and USB hub connections must therefore handle separate display and peripheral duties.
05 How flexible is the ROG Strix XG259QNS's stand for work as well as gaming? +
It lists 120 mm height adjustment, ±90° pivot, ±45° swivel and -5° to +20° tilt. The stand is removable and the VESA pattern is 100 x 100 mm.
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