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Philips 242S1AE

  • Monitors
  • 24″
  • Full HD
  • LCD / LED

Running cost

€9.13 per year

€91 over 10 years

EU average, 6 h a day

Uses 14% less energy than the average for 24-inch monitors on Wattabill (1887 models).

Running cost at a glance

  • €9.13 per year
  • €91 over 10 years
  • 31.5 kWh per year
  • 6.6 kg CO₂e per year from electricity use
This model
Average for 24-inch monitors (1887)

Your country and usage

6 h a day
  • Electricity at €0.2896 per kWh (household price with taxes, Eurostat 2025-S2).
  • 210 g CO₂e per kWh generated in 2023 (European Environment Agency). Counts use only, not manufacturing.

We assume prices stay the same over the years.

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About this model

Text from the manufacturer, via Icecat.

IPS technology for full colors and wide viewing angles

IPS displays use an advanced technology which gives you extra wide viewing angles of 178/178 degree, making it possible to view the display from almost any angle - even in 90 degree Pivot mode! Unlike standard TN panels, IPS displays gives you remarkably crisp images with vivid colors, making it ideal not only for Photos, movies and web browsing, but also for professional applications which demand color accuracy and consistent brightness at all times.

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16:9 Full HD display for crisp detailed images

Picture quality matters. Regular displays deliver quality, but you expect more. This display features enhanced Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution. With Full HD for crisp detail paired with high brightness, incredible contrast and realistic colors expect a true to life picture.

SmartImage presets for easy optimized image settings

SmartImage is an exclusive leading edge Philips technology that analyzes the content displayed on your screen and gives you optimized display performance. This user friendly interface allows you to select various modes like Office, Photo, Movie, Game, Economy etc., to fit the application in use. Based on the selection, SmartImage dynamically optimizes the contrast, color saturation and sharpness of images and videos for ultimate display performance. The Economy mode option offers you major power savings. All in real time with the press of a single button!

Effortlessly smooth action with Adaptive-Sync technology

Gaming shouldn't be a choice between choppy gameplay or broken frames. Get fluid, artifact-free performance at virtually any framerate with Adaptive-Sync technology, smooth quick refresh and ultra-fast response time.

TUV Eye Comfort certified to reduce eye fatigue

Philips display meet TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort standard to prevent eye strain caused by prolonged computer use. With TUV Eye Comfort certification, Philips displays ensure flicker-free, low blue mode, no disturbing reflections, wide viewing angle and less reduction of image quality from different angles and ergonomic stand designs for ideal viewing experience. Keep your eyes healthy and boost work productivity.

LowBlue Mode for easy on-the-eyes productivity

Studies have shown that just as ultra-violet rays can cause eye damage, shortwave length blue light rays from LED displays can cause eye damage and affect vision over time. Developed for wellbeing, Philips LowBlue Mode setting uses a smart software technology to reduce harmful shortwave blue light.

Less eye fatigue with Flicker-free technology

Due to the way brightness is controlled on LED-backlit screens, some users experience flicker on their screen which causes eye fatigue. Philips Flicker-free Technology applies a new solution to regulate brightness and reduce flicker for more comfortable viewing.

SmartErgoBase enables people-friendly ergonomic adjustments

The SmartErgoBase is a monitor base that delivers ergonomic display comfort and provides cable management. The base can swivel, tilt and rotate to various angles to ensure maximum comfort. The height adjustable stand guarantees the optimal viewing level, reducing the physical strains of a long workday, while cable management reduces cable clutter and keeps the workspace neat and professional.

Built-in speakers for audio without desktop clutter

A pair of stereo speakers built into a display device. It can be visible front firing, or invisible down firing, top firing, rear firing, etc depending on model and design.

Specifications

BrandPhilips
Model242S1AE
Energy classD
Screen size24″ (60.5 cm)
Power in on mode (SDR)14.4 W
Standby0.5 W
Off mode0.3 W
Resolution1920 × 1080
Aspect ratio16:9
PanelLED LCD
Refresh rate60 Hz
Power supplyInternal
Guaranteed support8 years
Software updates8 years
Spare parts available7 years
On the market sinceMay 8, 2020
EPREL registration number405224

Source: EPREL, European Commission. Data updated October 13, 2026.

Product description and images: Icecat (Open Icecat), provided as is, without warranty.