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Acer XFA240 Review

Name: Acer XFA240
Brand: Acer

Updated Jan 25, 2024 6:29 PM

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82

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Experts

88

5,422

Consumers

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The Acer XFA240 is what experts consider a great budget buy for gamers with a 144Hz refresh rate, G-Sync compatibility, low input lag, and fast response time packed into a solid and adaptive design.

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Table of Contents

Product Snapshot

Overview

The Acer XFA240 is the brand’s mid-tier 24-Inch 1920 x 1080p HD Gaming monitor released in 2020. It competes with the similarly priced Asus VG248QG which has a higher 165Hz refresh rate and weighs less. It has incredible gaming features including a 144Hz refresh rate along with G-Sync and Adaptive-Sync capabilities.

With a solid build quality and an adjustable stand that can be tilted 90 degrees for a vertical screen, the XFA240 also features an anti-glare TN panel that is also flicker-free, reducing overall eye strain. And all of that packed into a very affordable price makes the Acer XFA240 the perfect budget gaming monitor for gamers. Continue reading the rest of this Acer XFA240 review to find out what else top critics had to say about it, and don’t forget to check out our list of top rated computer monitors to see which is the perfect fit for you.

Consensus

our Verdict

The Acer XFA240 is a great budget gaming monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate, Free-Sync/G-Sync compatibility, and a game mode for great gaming performance. It has a decent aesthetic with a red ring at the base and an adjustable stand for tilting and angling. Plus, it has good color accuracy, a low input lag, and a fast response time. The built-in speakers aren’t great and the menu system is a bit confusing, but the XFA240 is still an excellent buy for gamers in this price range.

ReasonS to Buy

Amazing color accuracy
G-Sync and FreeSync compatible
Good build quality
144Hz Refresh Rate

Reason to Avoid

Menus are inconvenient to use
Pixel density is on the lower end
Inaccurate Gamma

Acer XFA240 Specs

	Display Type	TN
	HDMI Inputs	1
	Max Resolution	1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
	Panel Type	LED
	Refresh Rate	144 Hz
	Response Time	1 ms
	Screen size	24"

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Score Card

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Expert Score

81

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Customer Score

88

*.25

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True Score

82

Expert Scores

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89.25
Category Trust Rating
90
At this price, there is nothing we know of that can beat the Acer XFA240… Read More
By:
Christian Eberle
82.65
Category Trust Rating
80
While no individual feature discussed in our Acer XFA240 review jumped out at me as… Read More
By:
Marshall Honorof
82.65
Category Trust Rating
80
PROS: Inexpensive., Good color quality., Easy, straightforward design. CONS: Menus are a pain., “Game mode”… Read More
By:
Marshall Honorof
75.95
Category Trust Rating
90
FOR: Bargain price., AMD FreeSync and G-Sync compatibility., 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time.,… Read More
By:
Cale Hunt
56.15
Category Trust Rating
60
The Acer XFA240 Gaming Monitor effectively brings high refresh rate gameplay to the masses with… Read More
By:
Chris Coke
79.3
Category Trust Rating
92
LIKED: Low input lag and quick response time., Full ergonomic support., High-quality display., G-Sync compatible…. Read More
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