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5 Best TN Monitors for Esports

By / Tech / July 9, 2025

Here are the five best TN gaming monitors for competitive FPS gamers available in 1080p resolution, from brands such as Zowie and Asus.

5 Best TN Monitors for Esports
Image showing two of the fastest TN panels out there (Image via Amazon | ASUS)

TN monitors were the go-to standard for FPS gamers for a very long time. Brands such as Zowie are renowned for their XL lineup of high-refresh rate gaming monitors. They were one of the brands that featured their implementation of the Black Frame Insertion technique known as DYAC.

However, pricing wise, these displays may not compel people, particularly because IPS panels have caught up in speed, like, there are 500 Hz IPS panels available as well as TN, on the other hand, TN panels now look a lot closer to what IPS does, but still carry the viewing angle limitation, with the advancement in technology, the gamer does benefit a lot here.

That said, here are the five best choices you can look forward to.

1. BenQ ZOWIE XL2586X+ 24.1″ – $999.99

Image showing the Zowie DYAC 2 monitor
Image showing the Zowie 600 Hz Monitor with DYAC 2 (Image via Best Buy)

The XL2586X+ is the newest TN gaming monitor from Zowie. Despite being TN, this has an excellent image quality, almost identical to IPS, but with limited viewing angles. Next to OLED, this is one of the fastest displays available. If you don’t like OLED panels or specifically require Zowie’s DYAC 2 features, then this is the option for you.

Specifications:

  • Panel: 24.1″ Fast TN, 1920×1080 resolution
  • Refresh Rate: 600Hz (native)
  • Response Time: 0.5ms (MPRT), 1ms (GtG)
  • Sync Technology: AMD FreeSync Premium Compatible
  • Connectivity: 3x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort, 1.4, headphone jack
  • Price: $999.99
  • SKU: 6619197 (Best Buy)
  • Buy Here: Best Buy

2. ASUS ROG Swift Pro PG248QP 24.1″ – $899.99

Asus 540Hz TN for FPS monitor with ULMB 2
An image showing the ASUS 540Hz TN monitor with ULMB 2 (Image via ASUS)

Coming to ASUS, they also have an equivalent gaming monitor, but instead of DYAC+ features, this one has ULMB2, which helps with motion clarity. All of these features are specifically designed for FPS games, and if you’re playing anything else, these monitors may not be suitable for you.

Specifications:

  • Panel: 24.1″ Esports-TN (E-TN), 1920×1080 resolution
  • Refresh Rate: 540Hz (overclocked), 500Hz (native)
  • Response Time: 0.2ms (GtG)
  • Sync Technology: NVIDIA G-SYNC with ULMB 2
  • Connectivity: 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, USB hub
  • Price: $899.99
  • SKU: PG248QP
  • Buy Here: ASUS Store

3. BenQ ZOWIE XL2566X+ 24.1″ – $649.99

Image showing the Zowie DYAC 2 TN monitor for FPS
Image showing the Zowie 400 Hz Monitor with DYAC 2 (Image via Best Buy)

If the $999 price point feels too high, this one is a bit more affordable, at around $400, it features the same DYAC+ technology for Black Frame Insertion (BFI). Rest assured, this is one of the fastest monitors out there. That said, reaching 400Hz territory at 1080p will require a potent CPU and GPU combination.

Specifications:

  • Panel: 24.1″ Fast TN, 1920×1080 resolution
  • Refresh Rate: 400Hz (native)
  • Response Time: 1ms (GtG)
  • Sync Technology: AMD FreeSync Premium Compatible
  • Connectivity: 3x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort, 1.4, headphone jack
  • Price: $649.99
  • SKU: 6614818 (Best Buy)
  • Buy Here: Best Buy

4. BenQ ZOWIE XL2546X+ 24.1 – $499.99

Image showing the Zowie DYAC 2 TN Monitor for FPS games
Image showing the Zowie 280 Hz Monitor with DYAC 2 (Image via Best Buy)

For those seeking an affordable option, this model is priced significantly lower than others, yet it boasts a high refresh rate of approximately 280 Hz. It features the same DYAC 2 technology, so budget contenders do not miss out on the latest features.

Specifications:

  • Panel: 24.1″ Fast TN, 1920×1080 resolution
  • Refresh Rate: 280Hz (native)
  • Response Time: 1ms (GtG)
  • Sync Technology: AMD FreeSync Premium Compatible
  • Connectivity: 3x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.2, headphone jack
  • Price: $499.99
  • SKU: 6614815 (Best Buy)
  • Buy Here: Best Buy

5. BenQ ZOWIE XL2546X 24.5″ – $429.99

Zowie 240hz dyac 2 TN panel monitor
Image showing the Zowie 240Hz DYAC 2 TN panel monitor (Image via Amazon)

At an even cheaper price, though considerably on the higher side. It is the fastest, at 240Hz, in terms of input latency. That said, at $429, you can find many attractive 240Hz and even higher refresh rate IPS monitors, but here’s the thing. The DYAC 2 technology is specifically designed to counter motion blur, and tech like this on IPS monitors typically costs around $899.  So, for FPS gaming, this is the better option.

Specifications:

  • Panel: 24.5″ Fast TN, 1920×1080 resolution
  • Refresh Rate: 240Hz (native)
  • Response Time: 1ms (GtG)
  • Sync Technology: AMD FreeSync Premium Compatible
  • Connectivity: 3x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.2, headphone jack
  • Price: $429.99
  • SKU: 6577245 (Best Buy)
  • Buy Here: Best Buy

Note: The stock of this particular model is highly volatile. If you do not see it available, search on Amazon; the pricing will be more or less the same.

Verdict

All of the monitors mentioned here are incredible options for a competitive FPS play style. Many professional players still rely on TN panels, as they are still considered the outright best choice in terms of motion clarity, panel reliability (unlike OLED), and cost, especially in the 240-400Hz territory. 

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