AOC 24G2 and 27G2 Full HD 144Hz IPS models

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Update: Our review of the 23.8″ model has now been published. News piece below initially published 20th August 2019.



~24” is a popular size for users interested in affordable high refresh rate models, whilst some prefer the slightly increased immersion of a 27” model. Up until very recently, this has led users to choose between Full HD models with TN and VA panels. Choosing between responsiveness or contrast and some improvements in colour quality. But the third main panel type, IPS, has been absent from the equation at ~24” and scarce at 27“. IPS panels would bring improvements in colour quality and consistency plus a likely boost in responsiveness compared to the VA route. The AOC 24G2 (24G2U European designation) offers the long-awaited combination of ~24” Full HD resolution, 144Hz refresh rate and IPS-type panel. The 27G2 (27G2U European designation) offers a 27” alternative. The monitors’ styling is somewhat reminiscent of the C24G1 and C27G1, which these models could be considered the successors to. Even though, more likely, they will sit alongside each other in the product line-up. Matte black plastic is combined with a few dark red elements. Nothing too showy, just a subtle hint of colour at the bottom of the screen and where the stand neck attaches to the base. In some regions such as North America the stand base is silver-coloured rather than the black shown in the image. The bezels are slender at the top and sides, dual-stage combining a slender panel border that’s flush with the screen with a slim hard plastic outer component. The OSD (On Screen Display) is controlled by pressable buttons on the right side of the bottom bezel, facing downwards.







23.8” and 27” IPS-type (In-Plane Switching or similar) panels are employed with a 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) resolution, 1000:1 static contrast and 144Hz refresh rate. The smaller model, more specifically, is based on the Panda LC238LF1F IGZO IPS-type CELL with a custom backlight solution. Adaptive-Sync is supported (including AMD FreeSync), with a 48 – 144Hz variable refresh rate range and LFC supported. A matte anti-glare screen surface is used, 8-bit colour (6-bit + FRC) is supported and 178°/178° horizontal/vertical viewing angles specified – with the panel type known for relatively strong colour consistency and viewing angler performance. The monitor is factory-calibrated with a promised average DeltaE <2. A flicker-free WLED backlight is employed which offers a generous 126% sRGB colour gamut and a typical maximum luminance of 250 cd/m². Low Blue Light (LBL) settings are included as well as a simulated ‘HDR effect’ setting. The specifications of the monitor clearly don’t match the requirements for a proper HDR experience – and expecting anything more at this price point would be naive. A 1ms MPRT response time is specified, using the ‘MBR (Motion Blur Reduction)’ strobe backlight setting. A 5ms grey to grey response time is also listed in some spec sheets we’ve seen, with MBR disabled. The rear combines matte black plastic with some red elements. The included stand offers full ergonomic flexibility and attaches using a quick-release mechanism. It can be released using the button beneath the attachment point, revealing 100 x 100mm VESA holes for alternative mounting. The ports face downwards and on the 23.8” model include; AC power input (internal power converter), 2 HDMI 1.4 ports, DP 1.2a, VGA and a 3.5mm audio jack. On the 27” model the ports include; AC power input (internal power converter), 2 HDMI 1.4 ports, DP 1.2a and a 3.5mm audio jack. The ‘U’ variants also include 4 USB 3.0 ports and 2 x 2W speakers for basic sound output.







Further information on the 23.8” model and 27” model can be found on various regional websites for the manufacturer. The monitors are available to order in various countries. The MSRPs are ~£170 (23.8″) and ~£230 (27″), with the smaller model available in the US for ~$180 and larger for ~$210.



