ASUS ROG Strix XG259QNS a New gaming monitor with 380 Hz panel
Today we review ASUS announced the ROG Strix XG259QNS with USB hub to be released on February 5, 2024. This gaming monitor has a fast 24.5-inch HD IPS 380 Hz panel.
Although the local release date and price have not been revealed, the display has notable specifications. ROG Strix XG259QNS is designed for high performance, supporting a 380Hz refresh rate and up to 0.3ms response time.
ASUS ROG Strix XG259QNS
AMD FreeSync Premium display synchronization technology, enhancing the gaming experience by eliminating tearing and stuttering. Additionally, it includes a motion blur reduction feature, ELMB SYNC, which can be used in conjunction with display sync technology.
The ROG Strix XG259QNS is the latest gaming monitor from ASUS following the recent European launch of the ROG Swift OLED PG49WCD. Incidentally, the XG259QNS is the first ROG Strix-branded gaming monitor since the XG259QN, with which it shares many features. For reference, ASUS introduced the XG259QN at Computex 2023 about a year ago, although little seems to have changed between it and the XG259QNS.
Specification of ASUS ROG Strix XG259QNS
Feature | Description |
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Model | ASUS ROG Strix XG259QNS |
Release Date | February 5, 2024 |
Panel Type | Full HD Fast IPS |
Screen Size | 24.5 inches |
Refresh Rate | 380Hz |
Response Time | Up to 0.3ms |
Sync Technology | AMD FreeSync Premium |
Motion Blur Reduction | ELMB SYNC |
Brightness | 400 cd/m² |
Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 |
Color Depth | 16.7 million colors |
Color Gamut | 110% sRGB |
HDR Support | HDR10, DisplayHDR 400 |
Viewing Angles | 178° horizontal and vertical |
Connectivity | 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.0, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x headphone jack |
Adjustments | Tilt: -5 to 20 degrees, Swivel: -45 to 45 degrees, Pivot: -90 to 90 degrees, Height: 0 to 120mm |
Dimensions (WxDxH) | 558mm x 218mm x 492mm |
Weight | 5.58kg |
Comparison to XG259QN | Similarities in panel size, resolution, refresh rate, brightness, color space coverage, and ports |
Expected Price | Not disclosed yet, expected to be similar to XG259QN ($449 in the US) |
Availability | Release date and market availability not specified |
Key specifications include a brightness of 400 cd/m2, a contrast ratio of 1000:1 and the ability to display 16.7 million colours. The color gamut covers 110% sRGB, and the display is compatible with HDR10 and DisplayHDR 400 for high dynamic range content. Provides a wide viewing angle of 178 degrees horizontally and vertically.
Connectivity options on the ROG Strix The stand offers flexibility with tilt (-5 to 20 degrees), swivel (-45 to 45 degrees), pivot (-90 to 90 degrees), and height (0 to 120 mm) adjustments. The screen dimensions are 558 mm wide, 218 mm deep, 492 mm high, with a weight of 5.58 kg.