Editorial Note: The Redmi G25 2026 was purchased independently for this hands-on evaluation. We do not receive compensation from Xiaomi, and no affiliate links are used in this initial impressions piece, ensuring our analysis remains entirely objective.
Xiaomi has a reputation for aggressively disrupting the budget tech market, but the launch of the Redmi G25 2026 monitor in China might be its boldest move yet. Priced at just 599 yuan (roughly $87 USD, via [Xiaomi’s official Chinese storefront]), it brings ultra-high 240Hz refresh rates to a price bracket usually stuck with basic 60Hz office displays.
To see if this sub-$100 monitor actually delivers a reliable gaming experience or if it’s just a collection of flashy specifications, I imported a retail unit and spent the past weekend putting it through real-world testing. Here is exactly what the spec sheet doesn't tell you.
The Speed You Need: 240Hz on a Budget
The standout feature of the Redmi G25 2026 is its 24.5-inch Fast IPS LCD panel, which boasts a 240Hz refresh rate and a 1ms GTG (Gray-to-Gray) response time.Our Testing Methodology: To test the motion clarity, I set the monitor's OSD to 'FPS Mode' and adjusted the pixel Overdrive setting to 'Strong'.
The jump from a standard 144Hz monitor to 240Hz is immediately noticeable. During a three-hour session of Valorant, the motion clarity was a massive step up. I even had my 12-year-old daughter, who usually plays on a standard 60Hz display, swap it into her setup. She immediately noted how much easier it was to track moving targets without the usual motion blur.
Is it completely free of ghosting? No. If you run the Blur Busters UFO test, you will still see minor smearing behind fast-moving objects, which is expected from a budget IPS panel compared to a high-end OLED. However, coupled with AdaptiveSync which functioned flawlessly with our test rig's Nvidia RTX GPU screen tearing was completely eliminated.
Color Accuracy and the Inevitable Flaws
Historically, budget high-refresh-rate monitors utilized TN panels, completely sacrificing color quality for speed. Xiaomi’s inclusion of a Fast IPS panel here provides a much better viewing experience, though it isn't perfect.- Gamut Coverage: It claims to cover 100% of the sRGB color gamut and 95% of the DCI-P3 color space.
- Factory Calibration: With a claimed Delta E rating of less than 2, the colors are remarkably vibrant out of the box.
The Reality Check: Without a professional colorimeter on hand, I relied on side-by-side visual comparisons with a calibrated editing monitor. The sRGB coverage is highly accurate, making the reds and blues pop beautifully.
However, you get what you pay for when the lights go out. Testing in a dark room revealed noticeable IPS glow and minor backlight bleed around the bottom corners. Furthermore, while the monitor features VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification and a peak brightness of 400 nits, it lacks local dimming zones. You will not get true, inky blacks, and HDR content looks mostly washed out. I highly recommend leaving HDR turned off in your Windows settings for this display.
Ergonomics and Connectivity
Xiaomi keeps the design minimalist with impressively thin bezels, making it a stellar candidate for a cheap dual-monitor setup. However, cost-cutting is heavily evident in the stand.The included stand feels flimsy and only offers minimal tilt adjustment. If you are taller than average, you will likely find it sits too low on a standard desk. Fortunately, the inclusion of VESA 75 x 75 mm mounting support meant I could easily ditch the stock stand and attach it to a third-party ergonomic monitor arm.
Connectivity is modern but minimal:
- 1x DisplayPort 1.4 (You must use this port to hit the full 240Hz at 1080p)
- 1x HDMI 2.0 (Capped at lower refresh rates, making it suitable for plugging in a modern console)
- 1x 3.5mm audio jack
The Verdict: Should You Buy It?
At $87, the Redmi G25 2026 is an absolute steal for e-sports enthusiasts on a strict budget. It provides the raw speed required for competitive play without the terrible viewing angles of older budget screens.It is not a flawless display the stand is basic, and the backlight bleed is present but for pure 1080p performance gaming or as a high-speed upgrade for a younger gamer's setup, Xiaomi has essentially removed the financial barrier to entry.
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