Lenovo’s new Legion Y25-30 monitor is built for high-end gaming and productivity
With a 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and AMD FreeSync Premium, the Legion Y25-30 can keep up with competitive gamers.
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What you need to know
Lenovo’s Legion lineup of gaming hardware is comprised of laptops, PCs, monitors, and other peripherals, and it’s getting bigger at CES 2022. Just announced is the new Legion Y25-30 gaming monitor. It’s sized at 24.5 inches with a 1920x1080 (FHD) resolution, which should translate to high frame rates with modest PC hardware. The monitor can accommodate thanks to a blistering 240Hz refresh rate and 0.5ms (MPRT) refresh rate, as well as AMD’s FreeSync Premium variable refresh rate technology for reduced screen tearing. These specs should help it make a run for thebest PC gaming monitorsout there.
The IPS panel is TÜV certified for low blue light, and it includes VESA DisplayHDR 400 for more vivid colors. With 99% sRGB coverage and 8-bit color depth, the Legion Y25-30 should make for a respectable professional display as well. The dual built-in 3W speakers can aid with video editing, while the color and HDR will help with photo editing or video streaming. The stand is adjustable for tilt, swivel, lift, and pivot for easy ergonomics.
The back of the monitor offers plentiful connectivity. For video in you have the option of two HDMI 2.0 as well as one DisplayPort 1.4. There’s one 3.5mm audio jack for headphones, and the single USB-B upstream port translates to four USB-A 3.2 (Gen 1) downstream ports. A Kensington lock slot is included if you decide to use this monitor in a public space like a LAN party. The Legion Y25-30 monitor is expected May 2022 and should start at about $340.
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