MSI G242C 24″ 170Hz Monitor
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MSI G242C 24″ 170Hz Monitor

24 inch · 1920 x 1080 · 170 Hz · VA

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  • Screen size 24 inch
  • Resolution 1920 x 1080
  • Refresh rate 170 Hz
  • Panel VA
  • Response time 1 ms

MSI G242C 24″ 170Hz Monitor is a 24-inch monitor with 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 170 Hz refresh rate and VA panel. The high refresh rate makes fast games look smoother. It came out in 2023.

Released
2023-04-10

Specifications

Key specs

Screen size
24 inch
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Refresh rate
170 Hz
Panel
VA
Response time
1 ms
Released
2023-04-10
Part number
G242C
EAN / UPC
0824142288290

Display

Display diagonal
59.9 cm (23.6")
Display resolution
1920 x 1080 pixels
HD type
Full HD
Native aspect ratio
16:9
Panel type
VA
Display brightness (typical)
250 cd/m²
Response time
1 ms
Anti-glare screen
Yes
Screen shape
Curved
Screen curvature rating
1500R
Supported video modes
1080p
Aspect ratio
16:9
Contrast ratio (typical)
3000:1
Contrast ratio (dynamic)
100000000:1
Maximum refresh rate
170 Hz
Viewing angle, horizontal
178°
Viewing angle, vertical
178°
Display number of colours
16.7 million colours
Pixel pitch
0.27156 x 0.27156 mm
Viewable size, horizontal
52.1 cm
Viewable size, vertical
29.3 cm
Digital horizontal frequency
104 - 189.8 kHz
Digital vertical frequency
48 - 170 Hz
Colour depth
8 bit
Colour gamut standard
Adobe RGB
Colour gamut
91%
sRGB coverage (typical)
113%

Performance

AMD FreeSync
Yes
AMD FreeSync type
FreeSync Premium
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Design

Market positioning
Gaming
Product colour
Black
Frameless design
Yes

Ports & interfaces

HDMI
Yes
HDMI ports quantity
2
HDMI version
1.4b
DisplayPorts quantity
1
DisplayPort version
1.2a

Ergonomics

VESA mounting
Yes
Panel mounting interface
75 x 75 mm
Cable lock slot
Yes
Cable lock slot type
Kensington
Tilt adjustment
Yes
Tilt angle range
-5 - 20°

Power

Energy efficiency class (SDR)
E
Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours
17 kWh
Power consumption (off)
0.3 W
AC input voltage
100 - 240 V
Input current
2.25 A
AC adapter output voltage
20 V
Energy efficiency scale
A to G

Weight & dimensions

Width (with stand)
537.4 mm
Depth (with stand)
215.6 mm
Height (with stand)
414.7 mm
Weight (with stand)
3.3 kg
Weight (without stand)
2.55 kg

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About this product

Visualize your victory with the MSI G2412 Esports gaming monitor. Equipped with a 1920x1080, 170hz Refresh rate, 1ms response time IPS panel, the G2412 will give you the competitive edge you need to take down your opponents. Built with AMD FreeSync Premium technology, the G2412 can match the display's refresh rate with your GPU for ultra-smooth gameplay. Make sure you can hit your mark with all the latest technologies built-in the MSI Esports Gaming monitors for competitive play.

ENHANCE YOUR VIEWING EXPERIENCE

IPS grade panel that produces no image distortion and minimum color shifts when viewed from different angles. Additionally, the IPS grade panel will offer clear images and instantly optimize screen color and brightness to ensure that you enjoy every scene at its best.

170HZ REFRESH RATE + 1MS RESPONSE TIME

Equipped with a 170hz refresh rate and 1ms response time IPS panel which has the benefit in fast moving game genres such as first person shooters, fighters, racing sims, real-time strategy, and sports. These type of games require fast and precise movements, which an refresh rate and fast response time monitor will put you ahead of your competition.

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G242C vs similar monitors

MSI G242C 24″ 170Hz MonitorAcer EK241YP0 24″ 144Hz MonitorNilox NXM24FHD1205 24″ 120Hz MonitorLG 24GQ50F-B 24″ 165Hz Monitor
Screen size24 inch24 inch24 inch24 inch
Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 10801920 x 10801920 x 1080
Refresh rate170 Hz144 Hz120 Hz165 Hz
PanelVAVAVAVA
Response time1 ms1 ms1 ms1 ms
Released2023202620262026

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Questions about the G242C

What are the main specs of the MSI G242C 24″ 170Hz Monitor?

24 inch, 1920 x 1080, 170 Hz, VA.

What screen size is the MSI G242C 24″ 170Hz Monitor?

24 inch.

What resolution is the MSI G242C 24″ 170Hz Monitor?

1920 x 1080.

What is the refresh rate of the MSI G242C 24″ 170Hz Monitor?

170 Hz.

When did the MSI G242C 24″ 170Hz Monitor come out?

It was released in 2023/04 (MSI).

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