Lenovo has quietly introduced a new high-refresh-rate gaming display aimed at competitive players on a tight budget. The Legion 24-1r, a 23.8-inch monitor now available in China, prioritizes speed and fluid motion over higher resolution, arriving just weeks after the company launched a 27-inch sibling with similar 280 Hz credentials.
Speed-Focused Panel and Overdrive Options
At the core of the monitor is a three-side NearEdgeless IPS panel with a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080. It delivers a brightness of 400 nits, covers 99% of the sRGB color space, and produces 8-bit color via 6-bit + FRC processing. For competitive gaming, the display reaches a 280 Hz refresh rate over DisplayPort, while HDMI connections top out at 240 Hz. Users can select from four overdrive presets, which Lenovo says pull the grey-to-grey response time down from 4 ms to as little as 1 ms. A separate 0.5 ms MPRT mode is included to reduce motion blur, though activating it disables AMD FreeSync Premium and can introduce subtle flickering. The monitor also supports VESA Adaptive Sync and HDR10.
Adjustable Stand and Connectivity
The ergonomic stand offers height, tilt, swivel, and pivot adjustments with up to 135 mm of vertical travel, and a 100 × 100 mm VESA mount provides flexibility for alternative setups. Connection options include one DisplayPort 1.4 input, two HDMI 2.1 TMDS ports, and a 3.5 mm audio jack.
Eye Comfort and Software Support
Lenovo has equipped the Legion 24-1r with Natural Low Blue Light technology and Eyesafe 2.0 certification to help reduce eye strain during long sessions. It is also compatible with the company’s Artery display management software. Inside the box, buyers will find a 1.8-meter DisplayPort cable, a power cable, mounting screws, a quick-start guide, and warranty information. The monitor is covered by a three-year limited warranty, though terms typically vary by region.
Pricing and Global Availability
Currently selling in China for CNY 669, or roughly $99, the Legion 24-1r comes exclusively in black with a matte panel coating. Lenovo has not yet announced plans for an international release, but the monitor has already appeared in the company’s global PSREF database, hinting at a possible wider rollout. For now, it stands out as an exceptionally affordable entry in the growing market for ultra-high-refresh-rate gaming displays.
Sources: psref.lenovo.com, item.lenovo.com.cn