Dell - SE2426HS 24" IPS LCD FHD 144Hz FreeSync Height Adjustable Monitor (HDMI, USB) - Black

I have limited desk space so did not need or could not use the newer, 27 in. plus monitors that are available. I needed something more compact, that was adjustable. I was under the impression that what I needed wasn't made any more, so was thrilled to find this 24" ADJUSTABLE monitor made by Dell, who I feel is a very good and reliable brand. I am extremely pleased with my purchase. This monitor is very nice, very comfortable, and the picture is great.

My full HD 24-inch monitor from Dell, model SE2426HS works well for gaming, productivity and everyday tasks, I tried it with my firestick as well as my DSLR camera, it offers good 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms MPRT, and AMD FreeSync and it does look great. First, right out of the box, it comes with its power cable, an HDMI cable, stand and the monitor. It is very easy to assemble with no tools needed to do so. and once it is put together, the slim black frame it almost disappears. The stand is very easily to move up and down and it stays where you want it to be. The height is adjusted about 2 inches to 6 1/2 inches with the monitor flat up and down. And I really like that the monitor also tilts from -5 to +21 degrees. Something else that helps the monitor look great is the matte black frame as well as the screen finish that it is anti-glare. When it comes to specs, the 1920 x 1080 at up to 144hz is very nice for productivity, gaming and everyday tasks. it shows smooth motion and it is also sharp with great colors. iI has two HDMI inputs, and I have my camera connected to one as well as my laptop connected to the second input so I can switch from one another easily. Overall, this monitor is a great option for general use, casual gamers, it is smooth as well as sharp and with my SLR camera it has been working great, I also tested it with a firestick, and it worked great.

I am extremely impressed by this monitor. For the asking price ($120 at the time of writing), you get a monitor with some fantastic specifications that aren't just for show. There's one minor quirk I think anyone purchasing this should know, but it's something that's pretty easy to work around, if it's a problem at all. To begin with, this monitor has, to my eye, some excellent colors. I don't know about the actual numbers for color accuracy that you get using software, but to my eye, this looks fantastic. Colors are bright and vibrant, and blacks get quite dark for being a standard IPS LCD. It's no OLED, of course, but it still manages to look great regardless. Using it for some art, web browsing, and basic productivity tasks, there was no point where the colors were noticeably off or wrong. The monitor gets quite bright, too. Bright enough that you definitely shouldn't have any issues in any lighting. Out of the box, it starts at 75% of its maximum brightness, and personally, I found that I like it at about 85%, but it's good all the way up and down the gamut. It will give you a warning when you try to put the brightness above 75%, telling you that it will consume more power, which is good to know. The responsiveness of this monitor is excellent. It's listed as 1ms, and it feels like 1ms, which is to say that it's imperceptible. I expected it to be much higher, since this isn't meant to be some high-end gaming monitor or anything, but no. I feel that I could game on this if I wanted to, and not notice ghosting or extra latency from my input to the monitor. The high refresh rate also rivals many high-end gaming monitors at 144hz. If your cable and your computer are capable of outputting those frames, it is smooth as butter, with no noticeable ghosting. Even doing the little UFO test, it looks fantastic. Again, this is a feature I'd expect to see on a high end gaming monitor, not something you can pick up for $120. There's a couple of caveats, though they're minor. The first is that it's only 1080p. Of course, that's listed everywhere, both on the box and on the website, but it is worth noting that if you wanted to use this for video editing, artwork, or gaming, you'll have some limitations due to the resolution. It looks great for 1080p, but it can never be as crisp as a 1440p or 4K monitor. The second thing is that there are 2 inputs, and both are HDMI. Most computers, consoles, and whatever other input you can think of have HDMI on them somewhere, so it shouldn't be an issue for most, but I do think it's noteworthy, as it's pretty unusual. I don't think I've ever seen a monitor before this one that didn't have more than one kind of connector, except for an ancient VGA monitor I had back in the 00s. Whatever the case may be, I have nothing negative to say about this monitor whatsoever. It looks great, it has a high refresh rate and low input latency, and I can see this being useful as a budget gaming monitor, or a very high end productivity monitor. Would absolutely recommend if you're in the market for a 1080p monitor.

The Dell SE2426HS is primarily a basic 24 inch computer monitor optimized of gaming as it is capable (and I would not say basic) running at 1080p and at 144hz. Measuring at a height of 19 inches from base to top bezel and a width of around 21 inches it seems to have an aspect ratio of 16:9. Coming in at a matte black finish with an adjustable height and a tilt function, this monitor would sit fine at any desk. Though it is said that it is VESA mount compatible, resources are in conflict and looking at the back, the stand uses small screws and as of this writing, I have no reliable means of verifying that it is VESA compatible without using an adapter of some sort. It is a 144hz monitor using Freesync technology ensuring smooth motion. Performance seems to be standard but not impressive, but then again I am using this with an Intel i7 chip with a GTX4060 gpu. Response may be a bit faster if I have used an AMD based PC. But overall, performance is good. The colors are bright but not overbearing and would satisfy gamers and non-gamers alike. Only the nitpickers will complain. At the back of the unit, one can find the power socket and two HDMI ports. There is no display port capability in this monitor. The underside on the right side has the power and control buttons. In general, there is nothing really that would separate this model from others. But what can be said is that this product performs as expected and at its price point a good value for money. I’d still recommend this monitor to others.

If you are looking for a monitor that will fit most budgets, this Dell model is a terrific option. Pros: - Easy, pain-free assembly. Packaging was well designed to protect the screen during shipping. - The IPS LCD screen has beautiful and sharp colors. It's good sized at 24". - The mount was one of my favorite features allowing you to tilt to find the best angle, but more importantly, includes the capability to rotate the screen fully to switch from landscape to portrait. Some people love to work with secondary monitors in this position so it's great to have that option. - The cord guide on the back of the frame perfectly helps hide the cords from view and keeps things organized. - Multiple HDMI ports are available (2). - Power and toggle buttons are easy to find and intuitive to navigate. - Solid specs with a 144Hz refresh rate and a 1ms response time. Cons: - Besides HDMI, there are no other options to connect devices to this monitor. This is not unusual though for a monitor at a lower price point. - No USB ports are on board. Overall, this monitor is an excellent option for anyone looking for a good monitor that doesn't need every bell and whistle. You really get good value for your dollar.