Overview
The KTC Master 25M5 White introduces an ambitious architectural shift in the competitive esports segment, pairing a 24.5-inch 2560×1440 Fast-IPS panel with a high-density Quantum Dot Mini LED backlight featuring 1,152 discrete local dimming zones. By engineering such a dense matrix into a compact 24.5-inch form factor, the display achieves a remarkable concentration of dimming zones, drastically minimizing blooming while delivering up to 1,000 nits of peak HDR luminance and 98% DCI-P3 wide color coverage. Signal processing over the DisplayPort 1.4 connection reliably drives native 2K resolution at up to 260Hz with low input latency, though connectivity over the two HDMI ports is constrained to HDMI 2.0 bandwidth, restricting HDMI operation to 144Hz.
From a physical construction perspective, the chassis is finished in clean matte white with subtle dark and orange esports accents, constructed from rigid structural polycarbonate supported by an all-metal internal subframe. Ergonomics are comprehensive, featuring a fully articulated stand supporting height adjustment, tilt, swivel, and bi-directional 90-degree pivot, alongside an anti-glare light shielding hood and a fold-out headphone hanger. The internal architecture houses an integrated AC-to-DC power board rather than an external power brick, reducing desk footprint while consolidating cable management through standard IEC C13 power routing.
Thermal dissipation is completely passive, venting heat through top and rear convection louvers without mechanical fans, ensuring zero operating acoustic noise. Because the combination of 1,152 Mini-LED emitters and the internal power conversion circuit generates substantial thermal dissipation at sustained peak HDR output, the upper chassis warms noticeably during extended HDR gaming sessions. Firmware implementation includes calibrated local dimming algorithms with low-latency SDR and HDR toggling, overdrive tuning across refresh rates, and USB-based utility updates, presenting an exceptionally sharp and responsive esports instrument.
Technical Specifications
| Display Diagonal | 24.5 inches |
| Panel Technology | Fast-IPS QD-Mini LED |
| Native Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 260Hz (DisplayPort 1.4) |
| Local Dimming Zones | 1152 |
| Peak Hdr Brightness | 1,000 nits |
| Typical Sdr Brightness | 550 nits |
| Hdr Certification | HDR1000 |
| Response Time | 2ms GtG |
| Color Gamut Coverage | 98% DCI-P3, 100% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10-bit (8-bit + FRC) |
| Video Interfaces | 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.0 |
| Audio Interfaces | 1x 3.5mm Audio Output |
| Power Architecture | Internal Integrated AC Power Supply |
| Mount Interface | VESA 100 x 100 mm |
| Ergonomic Adjustments | Height, Tilt, Swivel, 90-degree Pivot |
- Dense 1,152-zone QD-Mini LED backlight delivers exceptional HDR1000 contrast on a compact 24.5-inch canvas
- Fast-IPS panel combines sharp 1440p resolution with an esports-grade 260Hz refresh rate over DisplayPort
- Integrated internal power supply eliminates bulky external power bricks while passive cooling ensures dead-silent operation
- HDMI connectivity is restricted to version 2.0, capping refresh rates at 144Hz for HDMI-connected devices
- Upper enclosure vents produce noticeable heat accumulation during sustained maximum HDR brightness