HP HyperX OMEN 24 G2: problems, parts and running costs
Checked: 2026-10-27
Summary
The HP HyperX OMEN 24 G2’s main caveats are specification claims rather than widespread defects: the “1 ms” figure has conflicting measurement methods (GTG vs MPRT) and needs overdrive, 300 nits can be limiting in bright rooms, and “HDR” appears in the feature list without any stated DisplayHDR certification [4][5]. Running costs are electricity only, roughly 12-13 EUR per year at 8 hours a day on a French tariff or about 17 EUR at maximum brightness [4]. It is a reasonable entry-level buy around 85-120 GBP/EUR, but at 150 EUR or above buyers should compare other 24-inch 180 Hz IPS models [4][5][7].
Common problems and fixes
- “1 ms” response time is a marketing claim with conflicting methods — sources disagree on whether it is GTG (MonitorsFAQ) or MPRT (DisplaySpecifications), and overdrive is required to reach it; no measured response data was found. No fix; treat the 1 ms figure as unverified. [1][2][4]
- “HDR” listed without certification — “HDR” appears in the feature list, but no DisplayHDR certification or measured HDR brightness was found in the sources read. No HDR mode is documented. [2][4]
- 180 Hz may need DisplayPort — 180 Hz may require DisplayPort rather than HDMI depending on the source; the monitor has two HDMI 2.0 and one DisplayPort 1.4. Check your cable and GPU before buying. [1][4]
- No USB hub, speakers or KVM — the monitor has no built-in speakers (only a 3.5 mm audio out), no USB ports and no KVM. Workaround: external speakers and a separate USB hub. [1][4]
- No swivel and disputed ergonomics — no left/right swivel is reported, and sources conflict on whether height adjustment and pivot exist (DisplaySpecifications says no, TechBit confirms height adjustment). Verify before buying if ergonomics matter. [2][4][5]
Parts and consumables
No replaceable parts or consumables reported.
Yearly running cost
Electricity only: 17 W typical (23 W maximum, 0.5 W sleep, 0.3 W off) on a 100-240 V internal PSU, energy label class E (SDR) at 16 kWh per 1000 hours [1][2][4]. LCD-Compare estimates roughly 12-13 EUR per year at 8 hours a day on a French tariff, or about 17 EUR at maximum brightness [4]. No filters, pods, subscriptions or proprietary accessories are required [1][4]. Warranty is 1 year; spare parts are available 7 years after end of sale and the backlight MTBF is 30,000 hours [4].
When it is a good buy
Price thresholds at other stores:
- Around 85-120 GBP/EUR: a reasonable entry-level buy for 1080p 180 Hz gaming with full ergonomics (height, tilt, pivot) and VESA mounting [4][5][7].
Store prices:
- LCD-Compare (France): 119.99 EUR from HP, 149.00 EUR plus 4.90 EUR shipping from E.Leclerc, at the time of that page [4].
- HotUKDeals (UK): 85 GBP [7].