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Flat 24.5 inch IPS gaming monitor with thin black bezels and matte screen finish

Acer America

Acer Nitro KG251Q M3biip 24.5" 180Hz IPS gaming monitor

SKU CH-DG1F-1PGSA

24.5" Full HD IPS gaming monitor with 180 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms VRB response and 99 % sRGB coverage

  • Screen size24.5 in (62.2 cm)
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Panel typeIPS
  • HDR formatHDR10
  • Screen curvatureFlat Panel
  • BacklightIPS/WLED
  • Smooth competitive play with 180Hz refresh rate
  • Tear-free gaming via AMD FreeSync Premium
  • Accurate colours across 99% sRGB gamut
  • HDR10 support adds highlight detail in games
  • Flexible connectivity with DisplayPort 1.2 and two HDMI 2.0 ports

Product identity

The Acer Nitro KG251Q M3biip is a 24.5-inch Full HD IPS gaming monitor built for fast-paced play. It delivers a 180Hz refresh rate and 1ms VRB response time with AMD FreeSync Premium support. HDR10 and 99% sRGB coverage provide vibrant colour for games and media. The zero-frame design suits multi-monitor setups.

Who it suits and who should look elsewhere

Competitive gamers who want high refresh rates at 1920 x 1080 resolution will benefit from the 180Hz panel and adaptive sync. Content creators needing wider colour spaces or higher contrast ratios should look elsewhere. Buyers who want more screen real estate or curved immersion will need a different model. The fixed tilt stand limits ergonomic flexibility for some users.

Deciding specification

The 180Hz refresh rate at Full HD resolution is the key figure that decides if this monitor fits the build. It requires a graphics card capable of pushing high frame rates at 1920 x 1080 over DisplayPort 1.2 or HDMI 2.0. Systems limited to lower refresh outputs will not use the panel’s full capability. VESA 100 x 100mm mounting offers an alternative to the included stand.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Monitors for Gamers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $211.99
Pricier than about 56% of the 839 comparable items (median $189.99).
Screen size 24.5 in (62.2 cm)
Lower than about 78% of the 814 comparable items (median 27 in).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameSAMSUNG
Product lineEW Series
Part numberUM.KX1AA.301
Case colorBlue
Display
Screen size24.5 in (62.2 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Panel typeIPS
HDR formatHDR10
Screen curvatureFlat Panel
BacklightIPS/WLED
Panel finishMatte
Display formatFHD
Variable refresh rateFreeSync (AMD Adaptive Sync)
Highest resolution1920 × 1080
Screen ratio16:9
Contrast1,000:1
Color gamut coveragesRGB 99%
Colors displayed16.7 Million
Pixel pitch0.36375 mm x 0.36375 mm
Vertical frequency180 Hz
Ports & slots
Connection typesHDMI
DVI ports2
HDMI ports1
Video connectors1 × 12G-SDI
USB connections1 x USB 2.0 Type-A Downstream
USB 3.0 ports1 x USB 3.0 Upstream + 1 x USB 3.0 Downstream
Headphone jackTilt Adjustment
Size & build
Product dimensions14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D
Product weight4.445 kg
More details
OLEDLCD
FrameFrameless

Questions about this item

How often will the LED backlight need replacement on this 24.5" IPS panel?

The LED backlight is rated for tens of thousands of hours; under normal daily use it will not require replacement during the monitor's practical lifespan.

What limit appears first during extended 180Hz gaming sessions?

The 1,000:1 contrast ratio means dark scenes can look grey in a bright room before any thermal throttle or frame drop occurs.

How much heat and noise does the 24.5" monitor produce when running all day at 180Hz?

The IPS panel with WLED backlight runs cool and silent; no fan is fitted, so only a faint warmth is felt at the top vents after hours of use.

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