Lenovo has introduced two affordable Legion gaming monitors in China, giving competitive players access to 280Hz IPS panels at prices starting below $100.
The smaller Legion 24 1r is priced at 669 yuan, which is roughly $99. The larger Legion 27 1r costs 789 yuan, or about $116. Lenovo has not confirmed retail prices or release dates for the United States and Europe.
Both displays use flat IPS panels with a 1920 × 1080 resolution. The main difference is screen size. The Legion 24 1r measures 23.8 inches, while the Legion 27 1r has a 27 inch panel.
The full HD resolution should be easier for midrange graphics cards to run at high frame rates. However, the image will appear sharper on the smaller model because it has a higher pixel density. The 23.8 inch display offers 93 pixels per inch, compared with 82 pixels per inch on the 27 inch version.
DisplayPort Is Required for the Full 280Hz Refresh Rate
Although both monitors support refresh rates of up to 280Hz, you will need to use the DisplayPort 1.4 connection to reach that maximum.
The two HDMI 2.1 TMDS ports are limited to 1920 × 1080 at 240Hz. That is still suitable for fast competitive games, but anyone buying these displays specifically for 280Hz operation will need a compatible DisplayPort cable and graphics card.
Lenovo rates both panels for a brightness of 400 nits and a static contrast ratio of 1000:1. They cover 99 percent of the sRGB color space and produce 8 bit color through a 6 bit panel with frame rate control.
The displays can also accept HDR10 signals, although Lenovo has not listed an official VESA DisplayHDR certification. As a result, HDR support appears to be an additional compatibility feature rather than a major reason to buy either model.
| Specification | Legion 24 1r | Legion 27 1r |
|---|---|---|
| Panel size | 23.8 inches | 27 inches |
| Panel type | IPS | IPS |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1080 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Maximum refresh rate | 280Hz | 280Hz |
| Brightness | 400 nits | 400 nits |
| Color coverage | 99 percent sRGB | 99 percent sRGB |
| Pixel density | 93 PPI | 82 PPI |
| China price | 669 yuan | 789 yuan |
| Approximate US conversion | $99 | $116 |
Adaptive Sync and Adjustable Stands Are Included
Both models support AMD FreeSync Premium and VESA Adaptive Sync, which can reduce visible tearing when the frame rate changes during gameplay.
Lenovo lists a minimum moving picture response time of 0.5 milliseconds, along with four overdrive settings that range from 4 milliseconds to 1 millisecond. Response time claims depend on the selected mode and testing method, so real performance may differ during normal use.
There is one limitation on the smaller Legion 24 1r. Enabling its fastest moving picture response mode disables FreeSync Premium and may cause visible flickering. You may therefore need to choose between the lowest motion blur setting and variable refresh rate support.
Connectivity includes one DisplayPort 1.4 input, two HDMI inputs and a 3.5mm audio output. Lenovo also provides adjustable stands with 135mm of height movement, tilt, swivel and pivot controls. Both monitors support 100 × 100mm VESA mounts.
At their Chinese launch prices, the Legion 24 1r and Legion 27 1r offer a strong specification set for competitive gaming. Their value in other regions will depend on local pricing, taxes and availability.
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