Best Gaming Monitors 150 Under 2 HDMI: 7 Picks For Dual Use (2026)

Two HDMI ports change how a desk works, yet many gaming screens ship with only one HDMI input and a DisplayPort. The best gaming monitors 150 under 2 hdmi in this guide are seven 1080p screens with two HDMI ports in the maker spec, clear response time types, and honest limits for buyers who need a PC and a second device on one screen.

Quick verdict on the best gaming monitors 150 under 2 hdmi

Start with the MSI G244F E2 if speed comes first, because its Rapid IPS panel runs at 180Hz over both HDMI ports and DisplayPort, with a 1 ms GtG figure and a 1 ms MPRT figure from the MSI datasheet. The Gigabyte G24F 2 is the best equipped pick, with a 165Hz SS IPS panel, a 1 ms MPRT figure, a USB hub, and a height adjustable stand.

The ASUS TUF Gaming VG249Q1A suits players who want ELMB motion blur reduction with built in speakers, while the Acer Nitro KG241Y Sbiip suits dark games with deep VA contrast and a 1 ms VRB figure. The Dell S2421HGF is the TN esports pick with a 1 ms GtG figure and a height adjustable stand, and the KOORUI 24E3 is the plain value pick.

The AOC 24G2SP has the best stand in this group, with height, swivel, pivot, and tilt adjustment, plus a 1 ms MPRT figure and a 4 ms GtG figure. Every model here is a 1080p screen with two HDMI ports, and no current street figure was confirmed for any model, so confirm the exact model suffix and the current listing before you order.

Quick comparison table

Use this table to narrow the list before you read the detailed sections. It compares panel type and size, resolution and refresh rate, response time type, and HDMI ports, because those four points decide motion clarity, color, and how two devices share one screen at this budget.

How we selected these screens

Every model here is a real gaming monitor with a published datasheet or manual, and every figure in this guide comes from the maker or a reliable spec listing. Models were kept only if the maker spec listed two HDMI ports, a high refresh rate panel, and a 1920 x 1080 resolution, with a clear role as a gaming screen in the 150-dollar tier.

Why the best gaming monitors 150 under 2 hdmi are all 1080p

A 1080p panel is the only resolution that makes sense at this budget, because a 1440p panel with a high refresh rate costs far more to build, and a 1080p panel lets a graphics card reach high frame rates. All seven screens here run at 1920 x 1080, so the choice is about refresh rate, panel type, and HDMI version rather than resolution.

The 24 inch size also fits 1080p well, with about 92 pixels per inch, so text stays readable and games stay sharp at a normal desk distance. A 27 inch 1080p screen at this budget would show larger pixels and softer text, so this guide stays at 23.8 inch sizes, where 1080p looks its best.

Why two HDMI ports matter more than a second DisplayPort

Two HDMI ports let a PC and a console, or a PC and a laptop, stay plugged in at the same time, with no cable swap when you change devices. A second DisplayPort helps only a desktop with two graphics outputs, while HDMI is the port that consoles, laptops, and streaming boxes actually use, so the second HDMI port is the useful one here.

The catch is HDMI version, because HDMI 1.4 caps 1080p at 144Hz on several models here, while HDMI 2.0 reaches the full rate on the MSI, Gigabyte, and Acer models. Read the port list in the table above, then match it to the devices you own before you buy, because the port version decides the speed each device gets.

How to read response time types without being misled

Response time type matters because GtG, MPRT, and VRB measure different things, and a 1 ms figure means little without its label. GtG measures a pixel changing from one gray level to another, MPRT measures motion blur with a backlight trick, and VRB is Acer’s name for its blur reduction mode, so this guide states the type with every figure.

The KOORUI 24E3 shows why the label matters, because its manual lists 1 ms GtG only at the Extreme overdrive setting, with 2 ms at Normal and 5 ms with overdrive off. The Gigabyte G24F 2 and the ASUS VG249Q1A publish a 1 ms MPRT figure and no GtG figure, so do not compare those figures directly with a 1 ms GtG figure.

The seven monitors in detail

Each section below follows the same pattern, so you can compare the models side by side. It starts with who the screen fits best, then covers the panel, the refresh rate, the response time type, the color, and the HDMI ports. Each profile also notes when to buy it and when to skip it.

MSI G244F E2

This monitor fits players who want the fastest panel in this guide, with a 23.8 inch Rapid IPS screen, a 180Hz refresh rate, and a 1 ms GtG figure. The MSI G244F E2 is a 23.8 inch Rapid IPS monitor with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 180Hz refresh rate, and a published 1 ms GtG response time with a 1 ms MPRT figure in the MSI datasheet.

MSI lists 300 nits of brightness, a 1000 to 1 contrast ratio, 118 percent sRGB coverage by the CIE1976 area measure with 93 percent overlap, and Adaptive Sync for tear free play. The Rapid IPS panel holds color steady at wide viewing angles of 178 degrees in both directions, and the 180Hz rate runs over two HDMI 2.0b ports and one DisplayPort 1.2a port, so no input leaves speed behind.

The stand adjusts tilt only, which is the main weakness next to the Gigabyte and the AOC, and the monitor has no USB hub and no built in speakers listed in the MSI datasheet. Night Vision brightens dark areas in games, Anti-Flicker and Less Blue Light modes reduce eye strain in long sessions, and the frameless design on three sides suits a dual screen desk.

Pros: 23.8 inch Rapid IPS with 180Hz and 1 ms GtG, 1 ms MPRT figure also published, Adaptive Sync, 300 nits brightness, two HDMI 2.0b ports plus DisplayPort 1.2a, Night Vision mode.

Cons: Tilt only stand with no height adjustment, no USB hub, no built in speakers listed, 1080p only, and the 180Hz rate needs a graphics card that can feed it.

Buy it for the fastest refresh rate in this guide with a true IPS panel and full speed over HDMI. Skip it if you need a height adjustable stand, built in speakers, or a larger screen for work and media.

Gigabyte G24F 2

This monitor fits buyers who want the most complete desk setup in this group, with a 23.8 inch SS IPS panel, a USB hub, and a height adjustable stand. The Gigabyte G24F 2 is a 23.8 inch SS IPS monitor with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate that overclocks to 180Hz, and a published 1 ms MPRT response time from Gigabyte.

Gigabyte lists 300 nits of brightness, a 1100 to 1 contrast ratio, 95 percent DCI-P3 color with 125 percent sRGB, FreeSync Premium, two HDMI 2.0 ports, one DisplayPort 1.2 port, and two USB 3.2 downstream ports with one upstream port. The stand adjusts height by 130 mm and tilt from minus 5 degrees to plus 20 degrees, and the monitor supports a 100 x 100 mm VESA mount.

The 180Hz figure is an overclock, not the native rate, so treat 165Hz as the everyday rate and the higher figure as a bonus for headroom. Gigabyte publishes no GtG figure for this model, so its 1 ms MPRT figure cannot be compared directly with a 1 ms GtG figure, and the HDR ready label adds little on a 300 nit panel.

Pros: 23.8 inch SS IPS with 165Hz and 1 ms MPRT, 95 percent DCI-P3 color, FreeSync Premium, two HDMI 2.0 ports, USB hub, height adjustable stand, 300 nits brightness.

Cons: 180Hz needs an overclock, no published GtG figure, HDR ready adds little at 300 nits, no built in speakers listed, and the design is plain next to the MSI.

Buy it for the best equipped screen in this group, with a USB hub and a height adjustable stand. Skip it if you want a native 180Hz panel, a published GtG figure, or built in speakers.

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249Q1A

This monitor fits players who want motion clarity tools and built in speakers, with a 23.8 inch IPS panel at 165Hz and a 1 ms MPRT figure. The ASUS TUF Gaming VG249Q1A is a 23.8 inch IPS monitor with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate over DisplayPort, 144Hz over HDMI, and a 1 ms MPRT figure using ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur.

ASUS lists 250 nits of brightness, a 1000 to 1 contrast ratio, FreeSync Premium, Shadow Boost for dark areas, GamePlus tools with a crosshair and a timer, and two 2W speakers. Ports include one DisplayPort 1.2 port and two HDMI 1.4 ports, so a PC and a console can stay connected at the same time, with the console capped at 144Hz over HDMI.

The 165Hz figure is an overclock above 144Hz, and ASUS does not publish a GtG figure for this model, so its 1 ms figure cannot be compared directly with a GtG figure. The stand adjusts tilt only, and the 250 nit brightness is lower than the 300 nit models here, so a bright room will show the difference in daylight.

Pros: 23.8 inch IPS with 165Hz over DisplayPort and 1 ms MPRT, ELMB motion blur reduction, Shadow Boost and GamePlus tools, FreeSync Premium, two HDMI 1.4 ports, built in 2W speakers.

Cons: 144Hz only over HDMI, no published GtG figure, tilt only stand, 250 nits brightness is lower than rival models here, and no USB hub.

Buy it for ELMB clarity with built in speakers and two HDMI ports. Skip it if you want full speed over HDMI, a published GtG figure, or a height adjustable stand.

Acer Nitro KG241Y Sbiip

This monitor fits players who want deep contrast for dark games, with a 23.8 inch VA panel at 165Hz and a 1 ms VRB figure. The Acer Nitro KG241Y Sbiip is a 23.8 inch VA monitor with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate, and a published 1 ms VRB response time from Acer, which is not a GtG figure.

Acer lists AMD FreeSync Premium, a ZeroFrame design with thin bezels, one DisplayPort 1.2 port, two HDMI 2.0 ports, and 72 percent NTSC color saturation. The VA panel gives deeper blacks than the IPS screens here, so night scenes and horror games look richer, and both HDMI ports are version 2.0, so a second device is not capped at 144Hz by the port.

The VA trade-off is slower dark pixel transitions than IPS, so some fast dark scenes can smear, and VRB blur reduction dims the screen while it runs. The stand adjusts tilt only, from minus 5 degrees to 15 degrees, and Acer does not publish a GtG figure for this model, so do not compare its 1 ms VRB figure directly with a 1 ms GtG figure from another screen.

Pros: 23.8 inch VA with 165Hz and 1 ms VRB, FreeSync Premium, deep VA contrast for dark games, ZeroFrame thin bezels, two HDMI 2.0 ports plus DisplayPort 1.2, VESA 100 x 100 mm mount.

Cons: VA dark transitions can smear, VRB dims the screen, tilt only stand, no published GtG figure, and 72 percent NTSC color is narrower than the IPS models here.

Buy it for dark games where VA contrast matters most, with full speed HDMI 2.0 ports. Skip it if you want IPS color accuracy, a published GtG figure, or a height adjustable stand.

Dell S2421HGF

This monitor fits esports players who want a fast TN panel with a height adjustable stand, with a 23.8 inch screen at 144Hz and a 1 ms GtG figure. The Dell S2421HGF is a 23.8 inch TN monitor with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate, and a 1 ms gray to gray response time in the Dell user guide, which is a GtG figure.

Dell lists 350 nits of brightness, a 1000 to 1 contrast ratio, AMD FreeSync, one DisplayPort 1.2 port, and two HDMI 1.4 ports. The stand adjusts height by 100 mm and tilt from minus 5 degrees to 21 degrees, which is rare for a TN screen at this budget, and the monitor supports a 100 x 100 mm VESA mount for an arm or a wall bracket.

The TN panel is the trade-off, because its viewing angles are narrower than IPS, at 170 degrees horizontal and 160 degrees vertical, and colors shift when you view the screen from the side. The 144Hz ceiling is lower than the 165Hz and 180Hz models here, and there are no built in speakers listed, so plan for headphones or separate speakers.

Pros: 23.8 inch TN with 144Hz and 1 ms GtG, FreeSync, 350 nits brightness, two HDMI 1.4 ports, height adjustable stand, VESA 100 x 100 mm mount.

Cons: TN viewing angles are narrower than IPS, color shifts off axis, 144Hz ceiling is lower than rival models here, no built in speakers listed, and no USB hub.

Buy it for fast TN play with a height adjustable stand and a true GtG figure. Skip it if you share the screen, watch from an angle, or want IPS color and 165Hz or higher.

KOORUI 24E3

This monitor fits buyers who want a 165Hz IPS screen with two HDMI ports, with a 23.8 inch panel and a 1 ms GtG figure at Extreme overdrive. The KOORUI 24E3 is a 23.8 inch IPS monitor with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate over DisplayPort, 144Hz over HDMI, and a 1 ms GtG figure at the Extreme overdrive setting in its manual.

KOORUI lists 99 percent sRGB color, while the manual lists the same gamut as 72 percent NTSC1976, plus FreeSync and G-Sync compatible Adaptive Sync, two HDMI 1.4 ports, and one DisplayPort 1.2 port. The IPS panel gives 178 degree viewing angles, and the monitor includes a timer and a crosshair function in its on screen menu, plus a blue light filter and flicker free operation for long sessions.

The 1 ms GtG figure needs the Extreme overdrive setting, because the manual lists 2 ms GtG at Normal overdrive and 5 ms with overdrive off, so the headline figure is not the default behavior. The stand adjusts tilt only, there are no built in speakers, and the brightness is 250 nits with a 1000 to 1 contrast ratio, which is lower than the 300 nit models here.

Pros: 23.8 inch IPS with 165Hz over DisplayPort, 1 ms GtG at Extreme overdrive, 99 percent sRGB, FreeSync and G-Sync compatible, two HDMI 1.4 ports, timer and crosshair tools.

Cons: 144Hz only over HDMI, 1 ms GtG needs Extreme overdrive, tilt only stand, no built in speakers, 250 nits brightness, and a newer brand with thinner support history.

Buy it for the lowest fuss 165Hz IPS screen in this guide with two HDMI ports. Skip it if you need height adjustment, built in speakers, or a long established brand name on the box.

AOC 24G2SP

This monitor fits buyers who want the best stand and the widest color, with a 23.8 inch IPS panel at 165Hz and a 1 ms MPRT figure. The AOC 24G2SP is a 23.8 inch IPS monitor with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate over DisplayPort, 144Hz over HDMI, and a 1 ms MPRT figure with a 4 ms GtG figure in the AOC spec sheet.

AOC lists 300 nits of brightness, a 1100 to 1 contrast ratio, 125 percent sRGB color, Adaptive Sync with G-Sync Compatible certification, and a stand that adjusts height, swivel, pivot, and tilt. Ports include VGA, two HDMI 1.4 ports, and one DisplayPort 1.2 port, plus two 2W built in speakers and a 100 x 100 mm VESA mount for an arm or a wall bracket.

The stand is the real win here, because it is the only full ergonomic stand in this guide, and the wide color gamut makes games and video look vivid. The GtG figure of 4 ms is slower than the 1 ms GtG figures on the MSI, Dell, and KOORUI models, so fast motion is a touch less crisp than on those screens, and the VGA port adds little for modern PCs.

Pros: 23.8 inch IPS with 165Hz over DisplayPort, 1 ms MPRT figure, 125 percent sRGB color, full height swivel pivot tilt stand, G-Sync Compatible Adaptive Sync, two HDMI 1.4 ports, built in speakers.

Cons: 4 ms GtG is slower than rival 1 ms GtG models, 144Hz only over HDMI, VGA port adds little for modern PCs, and the design is plain next to the MSI.

Buy it for the best stand and the widest color in this guide. Skip it if you want the fastest GtG figure, a 180Hz panel, or a newer model with HDMI 2.0 throughout.

Buying guide for dual HDMI gaming monitors

Start with the HDMI version, because it decides the speed each device gets, then match the panel type to your games, and finish with the stand and the speakers. A screen at this budget is a set of trade-offs, so the winner is the model whose limits you notice least in daily use.

Matching the HDMI version to your devices

HDMI 2.0 is the version to look for if your second device needs full speed, because the MSI, Gigabyte, and Acer models reach their top refresh rate over HDMI 2.0, while the HDMI 1.4 models cap 1080p at 144Hz. A console that outputs 120Hz will still run well on HDMI 1.4, but a PC on HDMI 1.4 will lose the top 21Hz on a 165Hz screen.

Count the devices before you count the ports, because two HDMI ports only help if both devices use HDMI, and a laptop with USB-C video may need an adapter. Plug the PC into DisplayPort when you want the full refresh rate, put the console on HDMI, and keep the second HDMI port free for a laptop or a streaming box that visits the desk.

Matching panel type to your games

IPS suits most buyers, because it holds color steady at wide angles and gives clean motion with a true GtG figure on the MSI, Dell, and KOORUI models. Five of the seven screens here use IPS, so a buyer who shares the screen, works on it by day, and plays by night should start with IPS and only leave it for a clear reason.

VA suits dark games, because its deeper blacks make night scenes richer, while TN suits pure esports speed at the lowest cost, with the fastest pixel feel and the narrowest viewing angles. Pick VA if you play horror or dark open world games in a dim room, and pick TN only if you sit dead center and want the cheapest fast panel.

Stands, speakers, and the daily setup

Stands decide comfort, and only the AOC gives height, swivel, pivot, and tilt adjustment, while the Gigabyte and Dell give height and tilt, and the other four adjust tilt only. A VESA arm fixes a tilt only stand, and every model here supports a VESA mount, with 75 x 75 mm on the KOORUI and 100 x 100 mm on the Gigabyte, Acer, Dell, and AOC models.

Speakers decide whether the desk needs extra hardware, and only the ASUS and the AOC list built in speakers in this group, both at 2W per channel. If your second device is a console, built in speakers keep the setup simple, while a PC player with headphones will not miss them, so match the speaker choice to the device that uses the second HDMI port.

Frequently asked questions

The questions below cover the choices that cause the most confusion after buyers have read the product sections. They focus on HDMI refresh rate limits, two device setups, and response time labels, because those three points decide most purchases in this group, so read them before you buy.

Do the best gaming monitors 150 under 2 hdmi run at full speed over HDMI

It depends on the HDMI version, because only the MSI, Gigabyte, and Acer models reach their top refresh rate over HDMI, while the other four cap 1080p at 144Hz over HDMI 1.4. The MSI reaches 180Hz over HDMI 2.0b, the Gigabyte and Acer reach 165Hz over HDMI 2.0, and the ASUS, Dell, KOORUI, and AOC models need DisplayPort for their full rate.

The fix is simple, because a desktop graphics card with DisplayPort gives the full refresh rate on every model here, and a second device on HDMI still gets 144Hz, which is smooth for most games. Read the manual for the exact port limits, use the cable that ships in the box when one is included, and set the refresh rate in your display settings after you connect.

Can I connect a PC and a console at the same time

Yes, you can connect a PC and a console at the same time on every model here, because each one lists two HDMI ports plus a DisplayPort, so the PC can use DisplayPort and the console can use HDMI. Switch inputs from the on screen menu or the monitor button, and both devices stay plugged in, with no cable swap when you change from work to play.

The only limit is the HDMI version on the console port, because HDMI 1.4 caps 1080p at 144Hz, while HDMI 2.0 reaches 165Hz or 180Hz depending on the model. A console that outputs 120Hz will run at full speed on either version, so the cap only matters for a PC that uses HDMI as its main connection instead of DisplayPort.

What does a 1 ms response time actually mean here

A 1 ms response time means different things, because the label after the figure decides what was measured, and the labels here are GtG, MPRT, and VRB. GtG measures a pixel changing from one gray level to another, MPRT measures motion blur with a backlight trick, and VRB is Acer’s blur reduction mode, so the same 1 ms number is not the same result.

The KOORUI 24E3 is the clearest example, because its 1 ms GtG figure applies only at the Extreme overdrive setting, with 2 ms at Normal and 5 ms with overdrive off. Compare GtG with GtG, MPRT with MPRT, and VRB with VRB, and treat a figure with no label as a marketing number until the maker spec gives it a type.

Conclusion

Choose the MSI G244F E2 for the fastest 180Hz IPS panel, the Gigabyte G24F 2 for the best desk setup, the ASUS VG249Q1A for ELMB clarity with speakers, the Acer KG241Y Sbiip for VA contrast, the Dell S2421HGF for TN speed, the KOORUI 24E3 for plain value, or the AOC 24G2SP for the best stand, then confirm the model suffix before ordering.