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INNOCN 25M2S MiniLED Gaming Monitor Review: Is It Worth It?This video reviews the INNOCN 25M2S, a 24.5-inch 1440p 240Hz MiniLED gaming monitor. The reviewer, an IT professional and casual gamer, shares their experience using the monitor for gaming and content creation, highlighting its strengths, weaknesses, and considerations for HDR gaming on Windows.
1. 📦 Unboxing and Initial Specs of the INNOCN 25M2S
- ✅ The video is a review of the INNOCN 25M2S monitor, provided by INNOCN for review purposes.
- ✅ The monitor features a 24.5-inch display with 2560x1440p resolution and a 240Hz refresh rate.
- ✅ It boasts a 1ms response time, G-Sync and FreeSync compatibility, and MiniLED technology.
- ✅ Includes HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 ports, supporting HDR1000.
- ✅ The monitor has an IPS panel with a matte anti-glare finish, adjustable height, swivel, pivot, and tilt.
- ✅ It also features built-in speakers, 100% sRGB, 99% DCI-P3, 98% Adobe RGB coverage, and a 2.5 million to 1 contrast ratio.
- ✅ The back includes 100mm VESA mounting screws and LEDs for illumination.
00:00 - 01:25
1. 📦 Unboxing and Initial Specs of the INNOCN 25M2S
- ✅ The video is a review of the INNOCN 25M2S monitor, provided by INNOCN for review purposes.
- ✅ The monitor features a 24.5-inch display with 2560x1440p resolution and a 240Hz refresh rate.
- ✅ It boasts a 1ms response time, G-Sync and FreeSync compatibility, and MiniLED technology.
- ✅ Includes HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 ports, supporting HDR1000.
- ✅ The monitor has an IPS panel with a matte anti-glare finish, adjustable height, swivel, pivot, and tilt.
- ✅ It also features built-in speakers, 100% sRGB, 99% DCI-P3, 98% Adobe RGB coverage, and a 2.5 million to 1 contrast ratio.
- ✅ The back includes 100mm VESA mounting screws and LEDs for illumination.
01:26 - 03:52
2. 💡 Key Features: Size, Resolution, and MiniLED Technology Explained
- ✅ The reviewer favors the 24-inch size and 1440p resolution for PC gaming due to its high pixel density and sharp image quality.
- ✅ The monitor's unique selling point is its QD MiniLED panel with 576 zones for dimming and brightening independently, resulting in better contrast.
- ✅ MiniLED technology offers improved contrast compared to standard IPS panels but is not quite as advanced as OLED, which features per-pixel lighting.
- ✅ MiniLED avoids the burn-in issues associated with OLED displays.
03:53 - 05:45
3. 💻 Bandwidth Considerations and HDR Limitations with DisplayPort 1.4
- ⚠️ Bandwidth is a crucial factor for high-resolution, high-refresh-rate monitors, affecting the required ports and cables.
- ⚠️ 1440p at 240Hz with 10-bit color exceeds DisplayPort 1.4 specifications, potentially limiting the full HDR experience.
- ⚠️ Display Stream Compression (DSC) or chroma subsampling is needed to run max resolution and frame rate with HDR 10-bit on DisplayPort 1.4.
- ⚠️ The reviewer couldn't confirm DSC support on the monitor and couldn't enable 10-bit color at 240Hz.
- ⚠️ A shorter cable is needed to enable 10-bit color on this monitor, use HDR, and you want to use display port.
- ✅ To enable 10-bit color via DisplayPort, the refresh rate may need to be reduced to 165Hz.
05:46 - 07:15
4. 👍 Positive Experiences and HDR Gaming on Windows: A Mixed Bag
- ✅ The reviewer had a solid experience with the monitor, encountering no bugs or setup issues.
- ✅ Gaming experiences were positive after properly calibrating HDR settings in Windows 11 and Nvidia Control Panel.
- ✅ Finding a cable capable of handling the max bandwidth without flickering was necessary.
- ✅ The reviewer estimates 30 hours of gameplay and 10 hours of other use, finding the monitor a worthwhile purchase at $280.
- ✅ The monitor is considered an upgrade compared to a previous Dell 144Hz VA panel monitor.
- ❌ The monitor is a little on the thick side, and the OSD buttons are not ideal.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| HDR Gaming on Windows | Adds complexity, requiring specific GPU, cable, and monitor specs. Calibration is needed within Windows and per game. HDR may need to be toggled based on the task. |
07:16 - 09:16
5. 👎 Drawbacks: Thickness, Proprietary Power Supply, and Minor Issues
- ❌ The monitor is thicker than other recent monitors from brands like INNOCN, Titan Army, Dell, and Uperfect.
- ❌ The proprietary power supply is a significant dislike.
- ⚠️ Minor blooming was observed, mainly when local dimming was left on outside of games (contrary to INNOCN's recommendation).
- ⚠️ The initial green and black OSD splash screen obstructs the Windows 11 login screen.
09:17 - 10:31
6. 🤔 Final Verdict: A Stellar Monitor with HDR Caveats and a Discount Offer
- ✅ The monitor is a stellar choice for PC gaming on Windows, especially without HDR.
- ✅ It offers improvements in clarity, color, and brightness similar to OLED without the burn-in risk.
- ⚠️ HDR usage requires awareness of its frustrations and necessary steps for optimal use, including display port and HDMI specifications.
- ✅ Despite Windows 11 HDR complications, the monitor is considered great, with a bright, vibrant, and clear image.
- 💰 A 10% discount is available on the INNOCN website through Halloween.