Lenovo launches a budget 200Hz gaming monitor


Lenovo has introduced a new budget gaming monitor in China under its Lecoo branding, and on paper, it looks like serious value for money.

The new Lecoo N2757Q combines a high refresh rate and 1440p resolution with a relatively low price tag, targeting gamers who want smooth performance without spending much.

At the centre of the package is a 27-inch Fast IPS panel with a 2560 × 1440 resolution and a native 200Hz refresh rate. The refresh rate can even be pushed slightly higher to 210Hz via overclocking, putting it firmly in competitive gaming territory. This is especially true for fast-paced FPS and RTS titles where frame smoothness matters more than anything else.


Lenovo also claims a 1ms (GTG) response time, aiming to reduce motion blur during high-speed gameplay. Colour performance sits in the mid-to-upper range for a budget display with 121% sRGB coverage and 96% DCI-P3; decent for everyday gaming and content consumption, but it’s not aimed at professional colour work.

Brightness peaks at 400 nits, which allows the monitor to meet the HDR400 standard. That won’t deliver true HDR impact compared to higher-end panels, but it should still offer a noticeable boost in contrast and highlights over standard SDR displays. Lenovo is also highlighting built-in game modes, designed to optimise visuals for different genres like shooters and strategy games.

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On the connectivity side, there’s nothing flashy, but the monitor is practical. It includes two DisplayPort 1.4 ports and two HDMI 2.1 ports. This allows multiple devices to stay connected at the same time without constant swapping.

Elsewhere, the Lecoo N2757Q comes with an adjustable stand, VESA mount support, and a fairly minimal design. It keeps things simple rather than aggressive or overly “gamer-focused”.

The most striking part of the package, though, is the price. Lenovo has launched the Lecoo N2757Q in China at CNY 799 (around $118). This undercuts many 1440p high-refresh monitors currently on the market.

There’s no word yet on international availability, and given the Lecoo branding’s limited global presence, it’s unclear if this ultra-budget 200Hz monitor will ever leave China. Still, on specs alone, it’s one of the more aggressive value plays in the gaming display space right now.



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