Monitors / Comparison
ASUS VG258QR vs MSI G242C
Monitor · ASUS
ASUS VG258QR
24.5″ · 1920×1080 · 165 Hz · TNGood
Refresh rate68
Resolution55
Panel50
Response time97
VS
Verdict
ASUS VG258QR and MSI G242C are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64.
- Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Pick this
MSI G242C
If you care most about refresh rate.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS VG258QR | MSI G242C | |
|---|---|---|
| 64 | Gear score | 64 |
| 24.5″ | Screen size | 23.6″ |
| 1920×1080 | Resolution | 1920×1080 |
| 165 Hz | Refresh rate | 170 Hz |
| TN | Panel | VA |
| 0.5 ms | Response time | — |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $179 |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is ASUS VG258QR or MSI G242C better?
ASUS VG258QR and MSI G242C are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64. Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).