ASUS Republic of Gamers announces the ROG Strix XG248QSG Ace as the official monitor for the remainder of 2025 BLAST Counter-Strike 2 tournament series. The world’s fastest gaming monitor features a 24.1″ FHD Super TN panel with groundbreaking 610Hz refresh rate and 0.1ms response time, setting new standards for competitive esports displays.
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ROG Strix XG248QSG Ace: BLAST Tournament Partnership
World’s Fastest Gaming Monitor Specs
The ROG Strix XG248QSG Ace delivers unprecedented performance with its 610Hz (overclocked) refresh rate and 0.1ms gray-to-gray response time. The cutting-edge Super TN panel technology achieves exceptionally low input lag of just 0.8ms—56% lower than competing 600Hz monitors.
Unlike standard TN panels with limited color reproduction, the XG248QSG Ace features 90% DCI-P3 gamut coverage, providing professional gamers with superior visual clarity and color accuracy.
Tournament Series Coverage
| Event | Location | Date | Tournament Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLAST Premier Bounty S2 | Malta | August 5-17 | Professional CS2 |
| BLAST Premier Open S2 | London | August 27-September 7 | Elite Competition |
| BLAST Premier Rivals S2 | Hong Kong | November 12-16 | International Championship |
Advanced Gaming Technologies
ROG Extreme Low Motion Blur 2
The built-in ELMB 2 technology delivers next-level motion clarity by reducing blur while providing brightness levels up to 65% higher than other blur-reduction technologies. This enhancement significantly improves image quality during fast-paced gaming scenarios.
Variable Refresh Rate Support
The monitor supports multiple VRR technologies including G-SYNC® and FreeSync™ Premium, ensuring tear-free and stutter-free gameplay experiences across various gaming platforms and graphics cards.
Ergonomic Design & Space Efficiency
The compact stand design is approximately 30% smaller than current XG series models, freeing valuable desk space for professional gaming setups. The monitor offers comprehensive adjustability with 160mm height adjustment, ±45° swivel, and -5° to +35° tilt range.
Professional gamers benefit from customizable positioning options that maximize comfort and precision during extended tournament play sessions.
Competitive Advantage for Esports
Leo Matlock, Chief Business Officer at BLAST, emphasized the partnership’s significance: “We’re proud to welcome ROG into the BLAST Premier family and excited to see their hardware power the top tier of competition for the remainder of 2025.”
The XG248QSG Ace’s advanced specifications allow professional gamers to see and react faster than opponents, providing decisive competitive advantages in high-stakes tournament environments.
The monitor retails for $899 MSRP and represents the first model in ROG’s new Ace esports collection, specifically designed for professional FPS and esports applications.
Learn more about ASUS ROG gaming monitors and follow our esports hardware coverage at TechnoSports.
FAQs
What makes the ROG Strix XG248QSG Ace special for competitive gaming?
It’s the world’s fastest gaming monitor with 610Hz refresh rate and 0.1ms response time.
Which tournaments will use the ROG Strix XG248QSG Ace in 2025?
All remaining BLAST Premier Counter-Strike 2 events including Bounty S2, Open S2, and Rivals S2.
