ASUS VG248QG 24-inch 165Hz Gaming Monitor vs BenQ MOBIUZ EX2510S 24.5-inch 165Hz IPS (2026)
Which is better? We compared both on score, owner ratings, pros and cons.
ASUS VG248QG 24-inch 165Hz Gaming Monitor
24" 1080p 165Hz TN, 0.5ms, G-Sync Compatible, ELMB Sync. Budget TN esports classic.
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BenQ MOBIUZ EX2510S 24.5-inch 165Hz IPS
24.5" 1080p 165Hz IPS, 1ms, HDRi, treVolo speakers. Budget-friendly high-refresh gaming.
Full ReviewAt a Glance
| ASUS VG248QG 24-inch 165Hz Gaming Monitor | BenQ MOBIUZ EX2510S 24.5-inch 165Hz IPS | |
|---|---|---|
| 247Verdict Score | 8.6/10 | 8.9/10 |
| Owner Rating | 4.5★ (12,400) | 4.6★ (4,800) |
| Verdict | Great | Great |
| Size | 24" FHD | 24.5" FHD |
| Panel | TN | IPS |
| Refresh | 165Hz | 165Hz |
| Price | Under £150 | Under £200 |
Quick Verdict
Both are strong choices, but the BenQ MOBIUZ EX2510S 24.5-inch 165Hz IPS edges ahead with a 8.9/10 vs 8.6/10. 24.5" 1080p 165Hz IPS, 1ms, HDRi, treVolo speakers. Budget-friendly high-refresh gaming. That said, the ASUS VG248QG 24-inch 165Hz Gaming Monitor is worth considering if 24" 1080p 165Hz TN, 0.5ms, G-Sync Compatible, ELMB Sync. Budget TN esports classic. Check the current price on Amazon →
Pros & Cons Side by Side
ASUS VG248QG 24-inch 165Hz Gaming Monitor
- 0.5ms GtG response is the fastest reviewed — TN panel's key advantage over IPS
- ELMB Sync combines G-Sync adaptive refresh with backlight strobing simultaneously — unique Asus feature
- 165Hz at under £150 — the most affordable gaming monitor in this comparison
- 12,400 Amazon reviews at 4.5★ — extensive community validation
- Suitable as a second competitive gaming monitor or first-time gaming monitor upgrade
- TN panel colour accuracy and viewing angles significantly worse than IPS alternatives
- 1080p and TN panel less suitable for content creation, photo editing or creative work
- Colours look washed out vs IPS — acceptable for competitive gaming, poor for everything else
BenQ MOBIUZ EX2510S 24.5-inch 165Hz IPS
- 24.5-inch 1080p is the classic esports size — every GPU can run games at high framerates
- 165Hz at 1080p achievable on budget GPUs from RTX 3060 upwards
- treVolo 2.0 built-in speakers cover desktop audio without separate purchase
- HDRi adaptive tone mapping intelligently adjusts for scene content
- Under £200 — one of the most affordable 165Hz gaming monitors with quality panel
- 1080p in 2026 — 1440p monitors offer more visible detail at same size
- 24.5-inch 1080p shows pixel structure on closer viewing distances
- Speaker quality trails dedicated external speakers at similar price
FAQ
Which is better, ASUS VG248QG 24-inch 165Hz or BenQ MOBIUZ EX2510S 24.5-inch?
Both are strong choices, but the BenQ MOBIUZ EX2510S 24.5-inch 165Hz IPS edges ahead with a 8.9/10 vs 8.6/10. 24.5" 1080p 165Hz IPS, 1ms, HDRi, treVolo speakers. Budget-friendly high-refresh gaming. That said, the ASUS VG248QG 24-inch 165Hz Gaming Monitor is worth considering if 24" 1080p 165Hz TN, 0.5ms, G-Sync Compatible, ELMB Sync. Budget TN esports classic.
Is the ASUS VG248QG 24-inch 165Hz worth the extra cost?
The BenQ MOBIUZ EX2510S 24.5-inch 165Hz IPS matches or exceeds it at a potentially lower price point.
Who is the ASUS VG248QG 24-inch 165Hz best suited to?
24" 1080p 165Hz TN, 0.5ms, G-Sync Compatible, ELMB Sync. Budget TN esports classic.
Who is the BenQ MOBIUZ EX2510S 24.5-inch best suited to?
24.5" 1080p 165Hz IPS, 1ms, HDRi, treVolo speakers. Budget-friendly high-refresh gaming.
What are the main downsides of each?
ASUS VG248QG 24-inch 165Hz Gaming Monitor: TN panel colour accuracy and viewing angles significantly worse than IPS alternatives; 1080p and TN panel less suitable for content creation, photo editing or creative work. BenQ MOBIUZ EX2510S 24.5-inch 165Hz IPS: 1080p in 2026 — 1440p monitors offer more visible detail at same size; 24.5-inch 1080p shows pixel structure on closer viewing distances.
Do owner ratings agree with our verdict?
Largely, yes — ASUS VG248QG 24-inch 165Hz Gaming Monitor sits at 4.5★ from 12,400 verified Amazon owners, and BenQ MOBIUZ EX2510S 24.5-inch 165Hz IPS at 4.6★ from 4,800.
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