Compare TCL 32R84 vs LG 24GS65F-B

Clearly labeled ports and well-organized controls simplify setup, although optimal HDR and game modes may require individual adjustment.

Simple controls, automated input changes, and desktop adjustment software make the monitor straightforward to use day to day.

Dark scenes can show distracting brightness flutter when frame rates vary, sometimes prompting a choice between VRR and a stable image.

Variable-refresh testing found almost no noticeable flicker, even when frame rates changed markedly.

Strong backlight headroom helps clouds, flames and sunlit areas retain structure instead of merging into featureless white.

HDR brightness barely rises over SDR, so highlights never gain the punch expected of true HDR.

USB-C charging is a major productivity perk, with 90W measured in one test; one account instead cites 65W, so power-sensitive buyers should check their regional unit.

The absence of USB-C input also rules out power delivery, leaving laptop charging to a separate adapter.

USB-A and upstream connectivity make everyday peripherals easier to share between connected computers.

There is no USB hub, so keyboard, mouse, and other peripherals need connections elsewhere. Rivals offer more convenience here.

The VA panel produces convincingly deep blacks; default shadow crushing and occasional blooming keep it short of OLED precision.

Black levels lack depth, and IPS glow is noticeable in darkness. Raising shadow detail with the game controls can make blacks look even grayer.

Deep dark scenes, spectacular HDR highlights and vivid color make story-driven and visually rich games especially compelling.

Single-player games are playable, but dark or cinematic scenes lack the deep blacks and contrast needed for dramatic atmosphere.

The overall experience is strongly positive for combined gaming and office use, tempered by matte-coating, VRR-flicker and pricing concerns.

A detailed tester found the overall package less impressive than expected: its responsiveness is appealing, but picture quality and omissions prevent it standing out.

VA off-axis fade is a persistent drawback: image contrast and color noticeably weaken as you move away from center.

The IPS image holds up well when viewed from an angle. That helps when the screen is rotated or used off-center.

Multiple HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort, USB-C and USB ports make it well equipped for a mixed gaming and productivity desk.

One HDMI, one DisplayPort, and a headphone jack cover basic gaming. Missing USB-C and USB ports reduce versatility.

PS5, Switch 2 and Xbox use cases work well, with 4K 120Hz and VRR available where supported by the console and game.

The monitor can accept common 1080p console signals, including 120Hz, but lacks some console-oriented VRR and ALLM behavior. It is a better choice for PC-only than console-only gaming.

Four-kilopixel detail across 32 inches keeps text exceptionally crisp and game worlds finely detailed.

Full HD looks reasonably crisp on a 23.8-inch screen and is easy to drive at high frame rates. It cannot match 1440p for dense text or detailed desktop work.

High pixel density keeps interface text, photos and game details crisp at normal viewing distance.

Text and images are acceptably clean at normal 24-inch viewing distance. Higher-resolution monitors provide finer detail and more working space.

Integrated stereo sound is useful for calls, videos and temporary gaming audio, even if it cannot replace a dedicated setup.

No built-in speakers means audio requires headphones or external speakers.

Quantum-dot color makes games and video notably vivid while offering broad coverage suitable for many creative tasks.

Color coverage is satisfactory for games and routine SDR work but limited for demanding Adobe RGB and DCI-P3 editing. Unrestricted color output can also appear oversaturated.

The monitor has abundant high-refresh 4K headroom, but getting modern games near 165fps requires a powerful graphics card.

1080p takes less GPU power and video bandwidth than 1440p, which helps reach high refresh rates. The full benefit still requires sufficiently high game frame rates.

Fast pixel transitions and 165Hz refresh keep gameplay fluid, though the very darkest trails are not as clean as the best OLEDs.

Fast-moving games look fluid at 180Hz, but fine motion detail is not as clean as on stronger esports displays. Motion blur and overdrive artifacts limit the best-case image.

Measured control-to-display latency is exceptionally low at both 120Hz and 165Hz, keeping the screen responsive.

Low-to-moderate input lag makes control responses feel quick, particularly in PC games. It performs well for the price without leading the fastest segment.

Broad color coverage and fine detail suit photo editing, but accurate professional results may require further calibration.

Casual photos look acceptable, but oversaturation, basic resolution, and restricted color gamut limit precise editing.

The core gaming performance is strong, but specialized extras such as advanced dark boosting and motion-reduction options are sparse.

A crosshair, frame-rate counter, and Black Stabilizer are useful gaming extras, although the overall feature selection remains basic.

The fast overdrive setting produces excellent response without obvious errors, but the highest setting creates unacceptable artifacts.

The Fast overdrive setting offers the most sensible balance of speed and visual quality. Faster may measure quicker but produces obvious overshoot and distracting halos.

The matte surface reduces everyday glare, but direct sunlight can still distract and the anti-glare grain bothers some users.

The matte surface does a good job dispersing indoor lighting and reflections, although a very bright window can still defeat the display.

VA smearing is substantially better controlled than on older panels, although dark transitions and some motion-test trails remain visible.

Ghost trails are minor in sensible Normal and Fast modes. The most aggressive setting introduces inverse ghosting that makes motion look worse.

Fast VA combines better native blacks than typical IPS with unusually quick response, while retaining the narrow viewing angles of VA.

The IPS panel offers pleasing viewing angles and responsive gaming, although its native contrast is modest.

Very even luminance is an impressive strength, with subtle changes near the edges difficult to notice during normal content.

Color and brightness remain fairly even across the panel, with only small corner variations in one detailed test.

Standard 100 × 100mm mounting and manageable panel weight make using an ordinary monitor arm straightforward.

A standard 100×100mm VESA mount makes the monitor easy to pair with an arm or wall bracket.

A range of SDR and HDR profiles offers useful flexibility, but certain presets overcook contrast or highlights and benefit from manual tuning.

Several game presets and overlays are available, but the default Game 1 mode is generally the safest for faithful colors. FPS-oriented modes can sacrifice accuracy for brighter shadows.

This fast VA panel approaches IPS-like response behavior and handles moving games well, though it does not quite match the best OLEDs.

Pixel response remains consistent across refresh rates, and a moderate overdrive setting performs well. Some motion blur remains, and the maximum setting creates visible artifacts.

The compact pedestal saves some desktop space despite the large 32-inch panel.

The small screen works well on a compact study or gaming desk, with adjustable positioning adding practical flexibility.

Useful video, USB and power cables come in the box, reducing the extras needed for a first-time setup.

The included HDMI and DisplayPort cables can simplify initial setup, though package listings differ by retailer.

The stand holds its chosen position well, with smooth movement and only a slightly stiff initial height adjustment.

The substantial stand base holds the panel firmly in place despite its adjustable height and orientation.

Console and PC adaptive-refresh connections are supported, but using VRR in dark, variable-frame-rate games can reveal flicker.

Support for both major graphics-card VRR ecosystems makes synchronization flexible. Its stable operation reduces tearing even as frame rates fluctuate.

Smooth 165Hz motion and low input lag work well for shooters, but 240–320Hz competitors offer greater speed for dedicated esports play.

Fast refresh, low input lag, and usable motion tuning make this a capable affordable esports screen. Higher-refresh rivals are better for the most demanding competitive players.

The 4K, 165Hz panel and modern inputs work well across demanding and older PC games, although maximum frame rates depend on GPU power.

1080p PC gaming is the sweet spot: a high refresh rate, variable sync, and responsive controls provide a solid experience at modest cost.

Height, swivel, tilt and pivot adjustments are broad and generally smooth, letting the screen fit many desk positions.

Height adjustment, tilt, and portrait rotation are exceptional conveniences for an inexpensive gaming monitor. The stand gives much more flexibility than tilt-only rivals.

A 165Hz ceiling looks notably smoother than 60Hz for games and ordinary desktop tasks, but is slower than esports-focused rivals.

A 180Hz refresh rate makes camera movement, aiming, and scrolling noticeably smoother than ordinary 60Hz screens. Faster 240Hz and 280Hz alternatives exist.

USB-C docking and KVM functionality help keep the desk neat, but an external power brick adds clutter.

A stand cable clip helps tidy wires, although the external power adapter adds another brick to manage.

An external power brick adds an extra item and cable to hide behind the desk.

An external power brick adds cable clutter compared with a neatly integrated power supply.

Exceptionally bright highlights and effective Mini LED dimming are its signature strengths. OLED retains the edge for absolute pixel-level black.

HDR support adds little real impact: modest brightness, poor blacks, and no local dimming prevent dramatic highlights. SDR is the better-looking mode.

The 1,400-zone backlight brings excellent black depth and bright highlights. A moderate setting can avoid unwanted desktop darkening.

There is no useful local dimming to boost contrast or create strong HDR highlights. That leaves dark HDR scenes looking flat.

Vibrant colors, sharp 4K detail and brilliant HDR earn high marks; viewing-angle washout and matte grain are its clearest visual compromises.

Basic SDR gaming looks serviceable, but weak contrast and disappointing HDR prevent the picture from feeling premium.

Deep native VA contrast and well-controlled Mini LED zones produce striking depth, although OLED still owns the darkest pixel-level scenes.

Native IPS contrast is weak, leaving dark scenes washed out. Black Stabilizer can reveal targets but further reduces image depth.

FreeSync and G-SYNC-compatible operation can reduce tearing, but dark-scene flicker makes results less consistent than the feature list suggests.

FreeSync and G-SYNC compatibility keep gameplay smooth when frame rates vary. Testing also found little visible flicker during adaptive refresh.

This is an unusually bright monitor, delivering spectacular HDR peaks and strong SDR output. Some settings can be uncomfortably intense at close range.

The panel is bright enough for most indoor desks, with one test finding stronger-than-average SDR output. Direct sunlight can still overpower it.

Factory color is not universally neutral: the SDR default can look blue and HDR can be warm. Careful calibration produces much better results.

Factory color is contentious: instrumented tests found oversaturation and poor accuracy without an sRGB clamp, while another account described natural-looking colors. Calibration dramatically improves the result.

Shadow controls are useful for recovering crushed detail in SDR and HDR, but the dedicated dark-boost effect is weaker than some rivals.

Black Stabilizer makes opponents in shadows easier to see without an overly aggressive effect. The tradeoff is grayer blacks and weaker contrast.

DisplayPort 1.4 handles 4K at the full 165Hz refresh rate, making it a practical option for high-refresh PCs.

DisplayPort can deliver the full 1080p high-refresh signal and is the preferred connection for a gaming PC.

A responsive five-way joystick and organized menus make adjustments straightforward, with some limits on shortcuts and settings memory.

The menu is easy to navigate, and shortcut access makes preferred settings convenient. Getting a useful SDR preset takes only a few adjustments.

Full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 enables high-refresh 4K signals and VRR, including useful 120Hz console modes.

The absence of HDMI 2.1 bandwidth limits its usefulness for buyers seeking premium console connections.

Its combination of 4K Mini LED HDR and desk-friendly features looks particularly good on sale, though full price draws more scrutiny.

Its 180Hz IPS panel and adjustable stand make a convincing inexpensive package. Value becomes less compelling when its price approaches faster competitors.

Tool-free stand assembly, simple connections and clear labeling make getting started remarkably fast.

Assembly is simple: attach the stand, connect power, and plug in a video cable. There is little setup friction.

HDR reproduction is impressive overall, but preset tone curves differ substantially and some options exaggerate highlights or wash out the image.

HDR tone mapping brightens portions of the image but fails to stay faithful to the intended luminance.

Fine RGB, shadow and HDR controls make it possible to correct a cold SDR default and warm HDR presets without much difficulty.

RGB controls and an ICC profile can correct the oversaturated factory image to a much more accurate SDR picture. Getting there requires adjustment.

Standard HDR presets perform relatively well, while the DCI-P3 preset and some alternate HDR modes stray from accurate gamma or tone response.

Factory gamma is inconsistent in one detailed test; selecting the recommended mode and calibrating can bring SDR tracking nearer the standard.

The 32-inch diagonal is a pleasing match for 4K gaming and work, offering scale without taking over a typical desk.

The compact 24-inch class fits gaming and study desks without demanding the room of a larger display.

The white styling and illuminated back are attractive to some, while others find the plastic construction underwhelming for a premium monitor.

Thin bezels and restrained black styling keep the display unobtrusive on a desk. The rear-facing port arrangement also appeals to one hands-on tester.

A low minimum brightness and very high-frequency backlight modulation support more comfortable viewing at night, despite separate VRR flicker concerns.

Reader Mode and flicker-reduction options add comfort-oriented choices for long gaming and study sessions.

The standard 16:9 shape fills modern console games without the side bars common on ultrawide screens.

One tested panel showed obvious backlight bleed and pronounced IPS glow, especially in dark scenes. Individual units may vary.

No backlight strobing option is provided, so it cannot use that technique to sharpen fast motion. Faster alternatives offer it.

The 1,400-zone backlight largely suppresses halos when viewed straight on, though small bright objects against black can still glow.

The vivid rear glow adds character and can illuminate a wall, but it may need dimming or switching off for quieter setups.

LCD Mini LED avoids the OLED-style burn-in concern associated with stationary taskbars, documents and long desktop sessions.

A gaming PC and a second HDMI device can coexist on the two video inputs. That basic compatibility is offset by the lack of modern docking ports.

Unlike certain competitors, this display cannot switch to a lower-resolution 320Hz esports mode, limiting flexibility for speed-focused players.

Default settings can crush near-black gradations, requiring shadow adjustments to bring back subtle dark detail.

The headphone socket sounds surprisingly clear and gets loud enough for demanding headphones, though bass is limited.

An option to disable display-stream compression gives enthusiasts flexibility for specialized custom-resolution workflows, at the cost of lower refresh limits.

One unboxing found unusually plain packaging, while another praised the extra protective foam around the screen.

Pixel density is serviceable for Full HD at 24 inches, though fine details look noticeably less defined than on QHD or 4K.

An energy-saving function is a useful modest convenience for keeping everyday consumption in check.

The design offers appealing details, but plastic-heavy materials can fall short of the luxurious finish expected at this price.

The large 4K screen, KVM and USB-C docking allow it to move comfortably from office work to PC gaming.

In the Japanese market discussed, availability was narrow enough that waiting for an Amazon promotion was recommended.

The matte anti-glare treatment controls reflections but divides opinion over its visible grain or pearly sheen, especially up close.

Switching modes generally works, but some user settings can unexpectedly carry from SDR into HDR.

Speaker sound earns mixed reactions: sufficient for casual content, with some clear mids, but modest bass and limited volume.

A conventional RGB subpixel layout delivers clean, readable text rather than the fringing associated with some unusual panel layouts.

The lack of near-24Hz input modes limits convenience with certain legacy video sources.

Unlike some OLED alternatives, very bright scenes can remain luminous without strong automatic dimming.

The built-in KVM makes sharing a keyboard and mouse between a desktop and laptop convenient without swapping peripherals.

Side-by-side input viewing helps make the monitor practical when two computers are attached.

The construction is practical but distinctly plastic-heavy, making the hardware feel less luxurious than its specifications.

HDR brightness can be changed manually, but adjustment cannot overcome the panel’s modest HDR range.

Desktop control software allows picture adjustments without reaching for the monitor buttons, a useful everyday convenience.

The stated three-year warranty is reassuring, but one source describes only one year of LCD panel coverage and uncertain dead-pixel handling.