Our Verdict
The ViewSonic XG2402 is a decent monitor for most uses. It is especially well suited as a gaming monitor, thanks to the fast response time, high refresh rate, and FreeSync support. It has a good stand and good ergonomics, so it can easily be adjusted to a more comfortable viewing position. Unfortunately, it has poor dark room performance and disappointing viewing angles.
- Great gaming performance, with FreeSync support and a 144 Hz refresh rate
- Excellent fast response time with low motion blur
- Poor dark room performance
- Disappointing viewing angles
Decent monitor for office use. It has a good stand that is easy to adjust to an ideal viewing position. It has good peak brightness, and good reflection handling, so there should be no issues in a bright office setting. Unfortunately, it has disappointing viewing angles, and the 24", FHD screen isn't great for multitasking.
The ViewSonic XG2402 is a great gaming monitor. It has an outstanding response time, and a fast refresh rate with FreeSync VRR support, great for PC or Xbox One S/X gaming. It has excellent low latency, ensuring a responsive gaming experience. Unfortunately, it doesn't look as good in a dark room, so it may be disappointing for late night gaming sessions.
Decent monitor for multimedia. The 24", 1080p screen isn't as sharp as today's typically larger, 4k screens. It also doesn't perform well in a dark room, and has disappointing viewing angles. It has an excellent fast response time, so fast moving objects look clear with little motion blur.
The XG2402 is a decent monitor for media creation. It is limited by the 24", FHD screen, so it isn't as easy to multitask or see your entire project. It also doesn't support the Adobe RGB color space, which may be disappointing to those working in the print industry.
The XG2402 does not support HDR. For a good HDR monitor, check out the Samsung CHG70.
Changelog
- Updated May 29, 2020: Converted to Test Bench 1.1.
- Updated Jan 17, 2019: We tested the monitor's compatibility with NVIDIA's new FreeSync driver. See our full investigation into NVIDIA's FreeSync Drivers here.
- Updated Oct 16, 2018: Review published.
- Updated Oct 14, 2018: Early access published.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the 24" ViewSonic XG2402. It is also available in 27" (XG2702), and for the most part, we expect our review to be valid.
If someone comes across a different type of panel or if their ViewSonic XG2402 doesn't correspond to our review, let us know and we will update the review. Note that some tests such as the gray uniformity may vary between individual units.
| Model | Size | Resolution | Refresh Rate | Notes |
| XG2402 | 24" | 1080p | 144 Hz | FreeSync |
| XG2702 | 27" | 1080p | 144 Hz | FreeSync |
The XG2402 we reviewed was manufactured in June 2018
Popular Monitor Comparisons
The ViewSonic XG2402 is a decent monitor for most uses. It is a great gaming monitor (see our recommendations for the best gaming monitors and the best gaming monitors under $300), and it is aggressively priced to beat the competition. See also our recommendations for the best 24-25 inch monitors and the best budget monitors.
The ViewSonic XG2402 is better than the BenQ ZOWIE XL2411P. The ViewSonic has a faster response time, resulting in clearer motion with almost no noticeable blur behind fast-moving objects. The BenQ has an optional black frame insertion feature, though, but motion still looks better on the ViewSonic. The ViewSonic supports FreeSync variable refresh rate technology for a nearly tear-free gaming experience.
The HP X24ih and the ViewSonic XG2402 are two great gaming monitors, but the HP is better for other uses. The HP has an IPS panel that provides wider viewing angles than the TN panel on the ViewSonic. The HP also has a quicker response time at 60Hz, resulting in smoother motion. However, the ViewSonic has much better ergonomics, making it easier to place the screen in an ideal viewing position.
The AOC AGON AG271QX is slightly better than the ViewSonic XG2402. The AG271QX is better at displaying large areas of similar color, as it supports 10-bit color. However, the main advantage of the AGON AG271QX is the larger, higher resolution screen, that makes it much easier to see fine details in games and for multitasking.
The ViewSonic XG2402 is much better than the ASUS VG245H. The XG2402 has a higher refresh rate, and a wider FreeSync range, ensuring a more fluid, tear-free gaming experience. The ViewSonic also has a better response time, so fast-moving objects appear clear with no blur trail. The ViewSonic also has much better color volume, although it has worse native contrast.
We buy and test more than 30 monitors each year, all of which we purchase ourselves, without cherry-picked units or samples. We put a lot into each unbiased, straight-to-the-point review, and there's a whole process from purchasing to publishing, involving multiple teams and people. We do more than just use the monitor for a week; we use specialized, custom tools to measure various aspects and deliver objective, data-driven results. We also consider multiple factors before making any recommendations, including the monitor's cost, its performance compared to the competition, and whether it's easy to find.
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