AGON by AOC – one of the world’s leading gaming monitor and IT accessory brands – is proud to present two disruptive monitors designed to take competitive gaming to unprecedented levels. The AGON PRO screens AG246FK and AG256FS set new standards in the esports arena, offering unparalleled refresh rates and exceptional image quality for professional gamers and aspiring esports athletes.
AG246FK: Redefining the speed with 540 Hz
AGON PRO AG246FK features cutting edge panel technology 24.1 inches FHD Ultra-Fast TN latest generation esports, which provides an excellent refresh rate of 540Hz – the highest on the market. This revolutionary speed ensures ultra-smooth gameplay and minimal motion blur, giving esports professionals the competitive edge they demand. At 540Hz, with a response time of just 1.85ms between individual frames and pixel transition times of up to 0,5 ms GtG, the AG246FK provides near-instant visual updates, enabling gamers to react faster than ever before. Being a wide color gamut monitor with 99.6% sRGB and 94.7% DCI-P3 coverage, as well as being DisplayHDR 400 certified, the AG246FK also delivers stunning images without compromising on performance.
Nikola “NiKo” Kovač, a seasoned Counter-Strike pro from G2 Esports, shares his experience: “When you play Counter Strike at the highest level for as long as I have, you start to appreciate every bit of advantage you can get, and, really – the 540 Hz at a frame rate of 1.85 ms and 0.5 ms GtG it’s absolutely fantastic.”
AG256FS: Speed and color balance with 390 Hz
AGON PRO AG256FS display panel FHD Fast IPS 24.5 inchescombining 390 refresh rate Hz with excellence in color reproduction and wide viewing angles, known for IPS technology, with an impressive response up to 1 ms GtG. This monitor strikes the perfect balance between speed and image quality, making it ideal for competitive gamers who refuse to make the slightest compromise on visual fidelity. 99.1% sRGB gamut coverage as well as DisplayHDR 400 ensure a vivid and immersive gaming experience.
Field Ready: Esports Features-ready
Both screens feature MBR (Motion Blur Reduction) mode, which uses backlight strobing technology to achieve impressive MPRT 0,3 ms, resulting in ultra-clear motion and reduced blur in fast-paced games. In addition, both models come with support Adaptive-Sync for variable refresh rates, ensuring tear-free gameplay across a wide range of frame rates. THE low input lag of screens provides immediate response to player actions, a critical factor in high-level competitive gaming. Both models feature three calibrated FPS esports modes with different saturation and pixel overdrive modes for a seamless gaming experience right from the start.
Jacobo Ramos González, Interim Head of Global Partnerships at G2 Esports, highlights the importance of high refresh rates in competitive play: “In his fast moving world Counter-Strike, a high screen refresh rate ensures seamless visual feedback and minimizes lag. This allows our players to react instantly and stay on top gameplay, which are vital to achieving victory. The AG246FK definitely sets new standards in this regard and we couldn’t be more grateful for our partner AGON by AOC which continuously devotes resources to the development and application of cutting-edge technology.”
THE ergonomic base “esports” is sturdy yet compact and slim, and enables gamers to position their mouse and keyboard exactly as they prefer, while allowing left-to-right tilt, front-to-back, swivel, and height adjustment by 130 mm. This design not only saves desk space, but also meets the special needs of professional gamers who require precise positioning of peripherals in fast-paced games, while the built-in dispenser USB with 4x USB 3.2 ports offers convenient connectivity options for their gaming peripherals. The RGB Light FX function allows synchronization with other AOC equipment, such as a keyboard, mouse or headset, creating a coherent and immersive gaming environment. A puck-shaped QuickSwitch controller that connects via the monitor’s USB port allows gamers to easily adjust the OSD setting or monitor presets.
César Acosta, Product Manager of AGON by AOC, comments: “With the screens AG246FK and AG256FS, we’re not just raising the bar – we’re completely redefining it. These monitors represent the pinnacle of gaming monitor technology, offering refresh rates and image quality once thought impossible to achieve. We are proud to provide esports professionals and aspiring competitors the tools they need to perform at their absolute best.”
Designed for the elite
The AGON PRO series is aimed at the most demanding players who demand nothing less than the best. With their state-of-the-art specifications, these monitors are tailor-made for the demands of professional esports players and those who aspire to reach the top echelons of competitive gaming. The AG246FK and AG256FS monitors are set to become the new standard in esports competition, offering performance that exceeds the current 240Hz norm.
Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov, a professional Counter-Strike 2 player from G2 Esports, emphasizes the impact of this disruptive technology: “Hitting a perfectly timed shot AWP it happens in the split second between heartbeats. With the AG screen246FKAGON by AOC pushes the boundaries where it counts. The refresh rate of 540 Hz means I’m even more accurate for the server.
Price and availability
With the introduction of these ground-breaking monitors, AGON by AOC confirms its position as the leading innovator in the gaming monitor market, providing esports professionals and enthusiasts with the tools they need to achieve victory.
The screens AGON PRO AG246FK and AG256FS will be available from mid August 2024. Its suggested retail price AG246FK is 699 €, while AG256FS is available at suggested retail price 449 €.
Both models come with AGON by AOC’s comprehensive 3-year warranty, giving professionals and enthusiast gamers peace of mind.
Source: www.digitallife.gr
