HP OMEN 23.8" FHD 165Hz (OMEN 24): problems, parts and running costs

Checked: 2026-10-30

Summary

No failure-rate or defect-cluster data exists for this exact 23.8-inch FHD 165 Hz model, and its 165 Hz and 1 ms claims require overdrive. The only recurring cost is electricity, which HP does not publish a figure for. It is a strong value near $80-90 and a weaker one above about $135, where 1440p alternatives compete.

Common problems and fixes

165 Hz and 1 ms require overdrive — HP states 1 ms GtG with overdrive and does not publish the non-overdrive response time or overdrive artifact behavior, so real-world motion performance at 165 Hz is unverified. [1]
Missing features on the spec sheet — no USB hub, USB-C, KVM, speakers or height-adjustable stand is mentioned; audio is a 3.5 mm jack only. [1]
Brightness given as a minimum — HP lists at least 300 nits with no typical or peak HDR figure and no HDR certification on the page read. [1]
Dynamic contrast is not comparable — the 10,000,000:1 figure is a backlight-dimming number, not comparable to the 1000:1 static contrast for SDR content. [1]
Panel lottery unquantified — no defect-rate or failure-mode data was found for this model, so backlight bleed, IPS glow and dead pixels are undocumented risks. [3]

Parts and consumables

No replaceable parts or consumables reported. The only recurring cost is electricity and optional accessories; VESA 100 x 100 mm mounting with the included bracket allows a third-party arm or stand. [1]

Yearly running cost

Electricity is the only recurring cost, but HP does not publish power consumption for this model, so a yearly dollar figure cannot be computed. There are no filters, pods or subscriptions. Not enough data.

When it is a good buy

Recorded lows are $79.99 at HP in Nov 2023 and Oct 2026 and $90 at HP SMB in Dec 2024 and Sep 2026; highs are $149.99 at HP SMB in Aug 2024 and $134.99 at HP SMB in Oct 2024. [2][3] Value tiers from the research: at about $85 or less it is a strong buy; $86-110 is good value; $111-135 is fair and should be compared against 1440p options; above about $135 it is weak value given the 1080p resolution and absence of independent testing. [1][3] Verify the exact “OMEN 24” / 23.8-inch FHD SKU, since HP groups this monitor with other OMEN models on its 165 Hz page. [1]

Alternatives to check first:

1440p 24-27 inch monitors — the better choice above about $135, where the 1080p resolution and lack of independent testing weigh against this model. [3]