Asus TUF Gaming VG259Q 25" FHD Gaming Monitor (2019)
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Asus TUF Gaming VG259Q is a mainstream 25-inch FHD gaming monitor in Asus's 2019 lineup. It is powered by a basic 8-bit IPS panel.
The included stand comes with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments that make for a more ergonomic viewing experience. With a fast 1 ms response time, this display is a good gaming option. Additionally, this monitor can get quite contrasty. It also comes with build-in speakers that make media consumption in a pinch an effortless experience.
In terms of drawbacks, this monitor lacks HDR support. Further, the 8-bit panel is rather limiting in terms of color reproduction.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 56% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Stand with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments
- Fast 1 ms response time
- High 1000:1 contrast ratio
- Build-in speakers included
Cons
- No publicized HDR support
- 8-bit display panel
What external reviewers found***
External score 45% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Outstanding ergonomics
- Low input lag
- Wide viewing angles
- High refresh rate
Cons
- Low contrast ratio
- Can't display a wide color gamut
- No local dimming
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Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 2x HDMI 1.4, 1x DisplayPort 1.2
Construction
Adjustment | Height
130 mm / 5.1181 in
Adjustment | Pivot
-90° ~ 90°
Adjustment | Swivel
-90° ~ 90°
Adjustment | Tilt
-5° ~ 33°
Camera
No
Colors
Black
Speakers
2x 2W
VESA Mount
100 x 100 mm
Dimensions
Bezels
88.83% screen-to-body ratio
Size | Depth
2.01 in / 51 mm w/o stand, 8.7 in / 221 mm w/ stand
Size | Height
12.95 in / 329 mm w/o stand, 14.06 in / 357 mm w/ stand
Size | Width
22.17 in / 563 mm
Weight
2.7 kg / 6 lbs w/o stand , 5.1 kg / 11 lbs w/ stand
Display
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
400 nits
Contrast Ratio
1000:1 (static), 100000000:1 (dynamic)
Display Backlight
W-LED
Display Color Depth
8 bits (6 bits + FRC), 16777216 colors
Display Diagonal
25" (24.5 in / 622.3 mm)
Display Type
IPS, Anti-glare/Matte, AU Optronics
Gamut
72% NTSC
Pixel Density
89 ppi
Pixel Pitch
0.283 mm
Refresh Rate
48 Hz ~ 144 Hz
Resolution
FHD (1920x1080)
Response Time
1 ms (min)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
Operating Temperature
0 °C ~ 40 °C , 32 °F ~ 104 °F
Variable Framerate
AMD FreeSync
Video
ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB), Color Temperature Selection, Skin-Tone Selection, GamePlus (Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter/Display Alignment), GameVisual, Shadow Boost, GameFast Input technology, Flicker-free technology, HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital ...
Performance
Power Consumption
40 W (max) / 0.5 W (sleep) / 0.5 W (off)
Production
Accessory
DisplayPort cable - optional, HDMI cable - optional
Debut
2019
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rtings[1]
Reviewer score 45%ASUS TUF Gaming VG259QM provides a responsive and smooth gaming experience with its low input lag and high refresh rate. Its wide viewing angles and outstanding ergonomics make it easier to share work or content. Sadly, while it does support HDR, it can't display a wide color gamut and lacks local dimming. The screen may be too small for some, especially for multitasking.
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Pros
- Outstanding ergonomics
- Wide viewing angles
- High refresh rate
- Low input lag
Cons
- Low contrast ratio
- Can't display a wide color gamut
- No local dimming
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References
- ^ ASUS TUF Gaming VG259QM Monitor Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/asus/tuf-gaming-vg259qm. 2020-08-25. Retrieved 2022-01-06.
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