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AOC 24B3HA2 vs MSI PRO MP251 E14L

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all judged against monitors at a similar price

The AOC 24B3HA2 scores 5.9/10 overall, ahead of the MSI PRO MP251 E14L at 4.9/10.

The AOC 24B3HA2 leads on sharpness for text, connectivity and docking, ergonomics and build and warranty.

The MSI PRO MP251 E14L leads on refresh rate and motion.

They score the same on panel quality.

The biggest difference is sharpness for text, where the AOC 24B3HA2 scores 6/10 to the MSI PRO MP251 E14L's 3/10.

AOC 24B3HA2

AOC 24B3HA2

5.9/10verdict: good, not the best

The AOC 24B3HA2 is a 23.8 inch 1080p IPS monitor for buyers who want a screen for office work, browsing or a second display. It suits people whose computer has an HDMI or VGA output and who don't need USB-C or a hub. Owners mention value for money and image quality, and they report weak speakers.

Typically about £52.50 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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MSI PRO MP251 E14L

MSI PRO MP251 E14L

4.9/10verdict: skip

The MSI PRO MP251 E14L is a 24.5 inch 1080p IPS monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate. It suits buyers who want a fast second or main screen and will connect it over HDMI. It is less suited to anyone who needs a sharper picture, USB-C, DisplayPort or a flexible stand.

Typically about £68.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightAOC 24B3HA2MSI PRO MP251 E14L
Panel quality25%7/107/10
Sharpness for text20%6/103/10
Connectivity and docking20%4/103/10
Ergonomics15%4/103/10
Refresh rate and motion10%8/109/10
Build and warranty10%7/106/10
Overall5.9/104.9/10

Specifications

SpecAOC 24B3HA2MSI PRO MP251 E14L
Screen size23.8 inch (60.5 cm)24.5 inch
Resolution1920x1080 (FHD), 16:9, 93.0 PPI1920 x 1080 (FHD), 16:9
Panel typeIPS, WLED backlight, antiglare, flat, 300 cd/m², static contrast 1500:1IPS, flat, anti-glare, 8-bit (6-bit + FRC), 178° / 178° viewing angles
Refresh rate120 Hz max (UK page); 100Hz on regional pages and user manual144Hz; Adaptive-Sync / FreeSync 48-144Hz; 1ms MPRT / 4ms GtG
Inputs and USB-C1x HDMI 1.4, 1x VGA (D-sub), audio out; no USB-C, KVM, USB hub or Ethernet1 x HDMI 1.4b (FHD@144Hz), 1 x D-Sub (VGA)
Stand adjustmentTilt -5° to 25°; removable stand; no height or swivel adjustment listedTilt -5° to 20°; no height, swivel or pivot adjustment; VESA 100 x 100 mm
HDRnot listedNot supported (HDR SUPPORT: N/A); 300 cd/m² SDR brightness

Strengths and weaknesses

AOC 24B3HA2

  • + IPS panel with 100.1% sRGB coverage
  • + 100Hz or 120Hz refresh with Adaptive Sync
  • + 3-year warranty and VESA 100x100 mount
  • − Only HDMI 1.4 and VGA inputs
  • − Tilt-only stand; no height or swivel listed
  • − Owners report weak speakers

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want USB-C docking, a hub, KVM or Ethernet from the monitor
  • People who need height or swivel adjustment without buying a VESA arm
  • Anyone who wants sharper text or more screen space than 1080p on 23.8 inches
Read the full AOC 24B3HA2 review ›

MSI PRO MP251 E14L

  • + 144Hz refresh with FreeSync range of 48-144Hz
  • + IPS panel with 99% sRGB coverage
  • + Three-year warranty
  • − Only HDMI 1.4b and VGA inputs
  • − Tilt-only stand with no height adjustment
  • − About 90 PPI is soft for text

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who wants USB-C or DisplayPort connections, or one-cable laptop docking
  • Developers and writers who want sharp text from a higher pixel density
  • Buyers who need height, swivel or pivot adjustment without adding a VESA arm
Read the full MSI PRO MP251 E14L review ›

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