What is the most energy-efficient gaming monitor?
This page compares 7 gaming monitors with verified specifications and prices. Top options include GIGABYTE GS24F14A, AOC 24E40L, AOC 24G50F. Prices range from £64 to £4,296. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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GIGABYTE GS24F14A
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£73.79 ≈ | 1920 x 1080 | 144Hz (OC 175Hz) | — | 16:9 | IPS | ✓ | ✓ |
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The GIGABYTE GS24F14A is a 23.8in Full HD gaming monitor with an IPS panel, 144Hz native refresh rate that can be overclocked to 175Hz, and Adaptive-Sync for smoother gameplay. Its 400 cd/m² brightness, HDR10 support, and 90% DCI-P3 color gamut suit competitive gamers and everyday multimedia use. ★ Ideal forIt suits energy-efficient gaming because it has a low typical power consumption of 11W and power-saving mode below 0.5W while still offering a 144Hz refresh rate, Adaptive-Sync, and HDR10.
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AOC 24E40L
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£99.40 ≈ | 1920x1080 | 144 Hz | 4 ms | 16:9 | IPS | ✓ | ✓ |
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The AOC 24E40L is a 23.8in Full HD IPS monitor with a 144 Hz refresh rate, 4 ms GTG response time, Adaptive Sync, and HDR10 support. It suits budget-conscious gamers, home users, and office users who want smooth motion, wide viewing angles, and comfortable everyday viewing. ★ Ideal forIt suits energy-conscious gaming because its typical power consumption is 16 W while still providing a 144 Hz refresh rate, Adaptive Sync, and an IPS panel for smooth and efficient gaming.
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AOC 24G50F
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£64.12 ≈ | 1920x1080 | 144Hz, 180Hz OC | 4 ms | 16:9 | IPS | ✓ | ✓ |
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The AOC 24G50F is a Full HD IPS gaming monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate that can be overclocked to 180Hz, plus Adaptive Sync for smoother gameplay. Its 4 ms GTG response time, HDR10 support, and 300 cd/m² brightness make it well suited to competitive and casual PC gaming. ★ Ideal forIt suits energy-efficient gaming because it uses 18W typical power while providing a 144Hz IPS display, Adaptive Sync, and HDR Ready support.
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AOC 24G50Z2
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£133.93 ≈ | 1920 x 1080 | 260Hz | 1ms | 16:9 | Fast IPS | ✓ | ✓ |
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The AOC 24G50Z2 is a 23.8in Full HD gaming monitor with a Fast IPS panel, 260Hz refresh rate, 1ms GTG response time, Adaptive Sync, and HDR10 support. It suits competitive gamers who prioritize smooth motion and low input lag while still wanting strong color performance. ★ Ideal forThis monitor specifically suits energy-conscious gamers because its typical power consumption is 18W while providing a 260Hz Fast IPS display with Adaptive Sync and HDR10.
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AOC 27G50F
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£95.12 ≈ | 1920 x 1080 | 180 Hz | 4 ms | 16:9 | IPS | ✓ | ✓ |
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The AOC 27G50F is a 27in Full HD IPS gaming monitor with a 180 Hz refresh rate, 4 ms GTG response time, Adaptive Sync, and HDR10 support. It suits gamers seeking smooth competitive gameplay, wide viewing angles, and strong value at 1080p. ★ Ideal forIt suits energy-conscious gamers because it has an E energy-efficiency rating while providing a 1920 x 1080 IPS display, Adaptive Sync, and up to 180 Hz gaming performance.
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AOC Q27G40E
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£4295.80 ≈ | 2560 x 1440 | 180 Hz | 1 ms | — | Fast IPS | ✓ | ✓ |
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The AOC Q27G40E is a 27in QHD gaming monitor with a fast IPS panel, 180 Hz refresh rate, and 1 ms GTG response time. Adaptive sync and HDR10 support make it well suited to competitive PC gaming and immersive single-player play. ★ Ideal forIts W-LED backlight and Adaptive-Sync support suit energy-conscious gamers by providing efficient LED illumination and reducing unnecessary display refreshes when frame rates fluctuate.
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AOC Q27B36X
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£2435.61 ≈ | 2560 x 1440 | 144 Hz | 4 ms | 16:9 | IPS | ✓ | ✓ |
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The AOC Q27B36X is a 27in QHD IPS gaming monitor with a 144 Hz refresh rate, Adaptive Sync, and HDR10 support. It suits gamers and general users who want sharp image quality, smooth motion, and a versatile display for work and play. ★ Ideal forIt suits energy-conscious gaming because its typical power consumption is 21 W while still providing 144 Hz gaming, Adaptive Sync, IPS image quality, and HDR10. |
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