iiyama: Best budget computer monitors for work and gaming with 100 Hz and FreeSync

Last year’s budget screen, the iiyama G-MASTER G2450HSU, is about to be joined by IPS-based sister models, a significant shift from its VA origins. Introducing the G2445HSU-B1 (24 inches) and G2745HSU-B1 (27 inches), these new best budget computer monitors for work and gaming are aimed at offering improved viewing angles, albeit at the cost of a high contrast ratio. Once again, these monitors aim to be top contenders for both work and gaming within their budget range.

Both the best budget computer monitors for work and gaming have a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, supporting a maximum refresh rate of 100 Hz. It seems they lack HDR support but address tearing issues via FreeSync, possibly excluding LFC (Low Frame Rate Compensation) in the basic version. Additionally, a blur-combatting mode is available. Each monitor is equipped with two internal speakers, each producing a modest 2 watts of output.

Key specifications for these low cost computer monitors include a brightness of 250 cd/m², an 8-bit panel, a USB 2.0 hub, and a headphone output. They feature tilt adjustments, VESA mounting (100 x 100 mm), a blue light filter, and a flicker-free backlight. Connectivity options include HDMI 1.2, DisplayPort, and contrast ratios of 1300:1 (24 inches) or 1000:1 (27 inches). Additionally, they boast a 100 percent sRGB color depth.

The iiyama G-Master G2445HSU-B1 consumes a typical 18 watts of power, while its larger counterpart, the iiyama G-Master G2745HSU-B1, is rated at 22 watts.

Price and release date

• iiyama G-Master G2445HSU-B1 has been priced at £104.96 on Amazon.co.uk.

• iiyama G-Master G2745HSU-B1 has been priced at £109.97 on Amazon.co.uk.

iiyama G2445HSU-B1 / G2745HSU-B1 specifications

• Display: 24-inch / 27-inch IPS panel, matte surface
• Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
• Aspect ratio: 16:9
• Brightness: 250 cd/m²
• Contrast ratio: 1300:1 (24″) / 1000:1 (27″)
• Extended contrast ratio: 80M:1
• Refresh rate: 100Hz
• Response time: 1ms (MPRT)
• Viewing angle: 178°/178°
• Color support: 16.7 M
• Display area: 527.04 x 296.46mm (24″) / 597.9 x 336.3mm (27″)
• Pixel pitch: 0.275mm (24″) / 0.311mm (27″)
• Features: Blue light reduction, Flicker free, FreeSync, Night Mode, Black Tuner, Kensington lock
• Ports: HDMI x1 (v.1.4), DisplayPort x1 (v.1.2), USB HUB x2 (v.2.0 DC5V, 500mA), HDCP, 3.5mm Headphone jack
• Audio: 2x 2W speakers
• Stand: Tilt (22°- 4°)
• VESA mount: 100 x 100mm
• Dimensions: 538.5 x 397 x 192.5mm (24″) / 611.5 x 434 x 192.5mm (27″)
• Weight: 3 kg (24″) / 3.9kg (27″)