acer EK241Y H 23.8-inch Monitor – VA Panel, 1920 x 1080, 5ms, 100Hz, FreeSync, HDMI, VGA

Excellent Replacement Monitor! 😉
I’ve had an Acer P.C. for more years than I can remember, probably 10+
And, in spite of the fact that I am unable to update it to Windows 11, it’s in really good condition and functioning perfectly, so I see no need to change it, just because Microsoft want to squeeze some more money out of me.
However, about a week before Xmas/2024, the monitor which came with the P.C. started “playing up.”
It wouldn’t turn on when I booted the P.C. up, in the morning. Fortunately, I found a “workaround,” which involved unplugging it, at the back, plugging it back in and then, occasionally, it seemed to work OK.
I wasn’t immediately worried, as my P.C. is also paired with my T.V. Screen, so I was able to get by.
However, as the weeks have gone by, this became more and more inconvenient and, eventually, the monitor screen stopped working altogether.
Eliminating the possibility (as the T.V. (monitor) was still working) that it wasn’t an issue with the VGA Lead, or power source, I decided to go for a replacement monitor.
I ordered this monitor, after some research and although I don’t suppose it matters, I was pleased to find another Acer monitor, which I had delivered to my local Post Office, as obviously, it would’ve been too big to fit into my local Amazon Locker, which I usually use for deliveries, as the Amazon Drivers are prone (on occasions) to leaving parcels outside of my flat, in the hallway!
It arrived within 24 hours and I was able to drop down there, pick it up and be home within 5 minutes, very convenient.
It was well packaged and protected and surprisingly lightweight, compared to my older monitor.
Very easy to set up. Everything, the monitor and the 2 part base, (which is bigger and considerably more solid than the base on my older model) just clicked into place.
Luckily, I already had a VGA lead from the old monitor, as my P.C. only has one HDMI output, the lead from which, goes into my T.V.
Had a slight issue on “start up,” as I was faced with a “blank screen,” on the monitor and had to remember to “duplicate” the T.V. Screen with the monitor, in the Windows Settings and then, everything worked perfectly.
It’s the same size as my old monitor, but there seems, due to much reduced bezels, to be more Screen “real estate.”
The picture is very clear and sharp, although I may, when time allows, adjust the brightness/contrast etc, to bring it more in line with what I can see on my T.V. Screen.
Just one, minor “issue,” I would’ve liked the option to connect to the P.C. via USB, as I find, the VGA connection very “clunky,” these days.
But, all in all, I am very pleased, thus far. It appears to be an excellent replacement monitor and was very reasonably priced, at £70, on offer!
As things stand, I can thoroughly recommend this monitor.

Check spec
Didn’t realise how wide it was

Excellent value
I needed a second monitor for working from home purposes and had considered some fairly expensive, and some less expensive, options before deciding on this one. Absolutely the right choice, excellent screen quality, fully adjustable picture using an unusual joystick set up on the rear and sits very well with its significantly more expensive partner screen.
Only very slight criticism is that the screen sits slightly off vertical with the top very slightly forward of the bottom. That’s not a huge issue at all and although a bit annoying at first, I’m a bit OCD that way, I got used to it very quickly and it’s barely noticeable in all fairness.
Excellent value and very highly recommended for general work use – I don’t do gaming so can’t comment on that aspect.

The Budget Friendly Beast with Blazing Performance
Who knew love could be measured in refresh rates and response times? Enter the Acer EK241YHbif, a 24-inch monitor that’s more than just a pretty face. It’s like the unsung hero of a tech comedy, where the protagonist (me) finds true happiness in milliseconds and crisp, vibrant displays.
This monitor doesn’t just keep up with the action; it sets the pace. With a refresh rate smooth enough to make butter jealous and a response time quicker than a witty comeback, it’s transformed my gaming and work life. It’s like my digital world got a high-definition facelift, and now, everything else looks like it’s from the last century.
And the price? It’s like finding a designer label in a thrift shop – unbeatable value. Gaming has turned into an immersive escapade with zero ghosting, just pure, unadulterated joy. Work, on the other hand, has become less of a task and more of an experience, with multitasking becoming as seamless as scrolling through memes.
In short, the Acer EK241YHbif is not just a monitor; it’s a life upgrade. Five stars for making me fall in love with a screen.