Affordable 27-inch Curved 240Hz Monitor from Lenovo

Want high refresh without the wallet shock? Lenovo just dropped the Legion 27Q-2c in China — a 27-inch, 1500R curved gaming screen that undercuts many rivals on price while packing features that matter to gamers.

At 1,279 yuan (roughly $190), this QHD display lands where budget and performance meet. It uses a VA panel with a 2560 x 1440 resolution, a 16:9 canvas and about 109 pixels per inch. The curve is noticeable but not theatrical; it’s there to pull you into games and reduce edge distortion during long sessions.

Color accuracy leans toward usefulness rather than spectacle. Lenovo outfits the panel with 10-bit color (8-bit + FRC) and claims coverage of 99% sRGB and 95% DCI-P3. Add VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification, a 3000:1 contrast ratio and a typical 400-nit peak brightness, and you’ve got a screen that handles darker scenes better than average VA displays.

But the headline is the refresh rate. The Legion 27Q-2c runs at a native 240Hz and lists a 0.5ms MPRT response. Gray-to-gray timing can be tuned through overdrive between roughly 1ms and 6ms, letting players dial aggressive speed or steadier image quality depending on the title. Adaptive sync support is present too: AMD FreeSync and VESA Adaptive-Sync aim to eliminate tearing when frame rates fluctuate.

Lenovo also includes a few comfort features frequently overlooked on budget models: a Dark Boost mode to lift detail in shadowed areas, hardware low-blue-light filtering, DC dimming to reduce flicker, and an anti-glare coating for less reflection under room lights.

Connectivity is straightforward. For the full 1440p at 240Hz with 10-bit color you need DisplayPort 1.4. The two HDMI ports are TMDS-based and stop at 1440p/144Hz with 8-bit color—fine for consoles or secondary machines, but limiting if you expect HDMI to match the monitor’s top spec.

• Panel: 27-inch VA, 1500R curve, 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
• Refresh & response: 240Hz native, 0.5ms MPRT, GtG 1–6ms (adjustable)
• Color & HDR: 10-bit (8-bit + FRC), 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR 400
• Brightness & contrast: 400 nits (typical), 3000:1 contrast
• Sync: AMD FreeSync, VESA Adaptive-Sync
• Inputs: 1× DisplayPort 1.4, 2× HDMI 2.1 (TMDS), 3.5mm audio jack
• Ergonomics: 135mm height, tilt, swivel, pivot, 100×100mm VESA

The metal-and-plastic stand is practical: it offers a healthy range of motion and can be swapped for a VESA arm if you want to reclaim desk space. A couple of trade-offs show up when you dig: the HDMI ports don’t unlock the monitor’s peak spec, and extreme competitive players might still prefer IPS panels for color consistency—though those typically cost more.

If Lenovo’s pricing holds beyond the initial Chinese listing, the Legion 27Q-2c could reshape expectations for what a sub-$200 gaming monitor can deliver. Meanwhile, other brands are pushing different directions: Hisense is promoting an ultra-affordable 180Hz FHD option, and TCL has unveiled high-end Tandem WOLEDs with 4K 240Hz targets and premium audio partnerships.

For anyone building a budget-focused PC or wanting a fast curved screen without premium tax, the Legion 27Q-2c is worth a hard look. Is this the new sweet spot for value gaming displays? Time — and a few hands-on reviews — will tell.