ASUS TUF Gaming VG249Q1R computer monitor 60.5 cm (23.8") 1920 x 1080 pixels Full HD Black

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At around £200 ex-VAT, the ASUS TUF Gaming VG249Q1R is the sort of monitor you buy when you want solid “good enough” performance for everyday gaming and office work without paying the premium for higher-end panels. The 23.8" size is a sweet spot on desks, and Full HD at this distance generally looks sharp enough for most people—especially if you’re pairing it with decent GPU performance. ASUS also tends to give you useful gaming-oriented features and a sturdier build philosophy than cheap office monitors, so it doesn’t feel flimsy or fragile in day-to-day use.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if you’re particularly picky about picture quality or you sit close enough to notice limitations like text clarity consistency and contrast—entry-level TN/VA-class behaviour (whichever it uses) can show itself in darker scenes and viewing angles, which isn’t ideal for design-heavy work or spreadsheets with lots of subtle shading. For a typical UK SMB setup—kitting out staff who game occasionally, or running mainstream work plus light gaming—it’s good value. If you need higher visual fidelity, you’re doing lots of creative work, or you want a “future-proof” buy, spend a bit more and look at a better panel tier instead.