Asus ROG Strix XG27AQ 27" QHD Gaming Monitor (2020)
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Asus ROG Strix XG27AQ is a high-end 27-inch QHD gaming monitor in Asus's 2020 lineup. It is powered by a basic 8-bit IPS panel with 170 Hz maximum refresh rate.
Notably, this monitor supports HDR up to DisplayHDR 400, HDR10. In terms of color reproduction, one can expect above average performance. The included stand comes with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments that make for a more ergonomic viewing experience. With a fast 1 ms response time, this display is a good gaming option. Additionally, this monitor can get quite contrasty. It also comes with build-in speakers that make media consumption in a pinch an effortless experience.
Further, the 8-bit panel is rather limiting in terms of color reproduction.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 87% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- DisplayHDR 400, HDR10
- Rich color reproduction
- Stand with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments
- Fast 1 ms response time
- High 1000:1 contrast ratio
- Support for NVIDIA G-SYNC
- Build-in speakers included
Cons
- 8-bit display panel
What external reviewers found***
External score 66% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent contrast
- Good reflection handling
- Good color gamut
- Low input lag
- Wide viewing angles
- Dynamic backlight feature
Cons
- Lacks adaptive sync
- Lacks HDR
- Mediocre contrast ratio
- Doesn't get very bright
Price Comparison
Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.2, 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 2x USB 3.0 (Type-A; downstream), 1x USB 3.0 (Type-B; upstream)
Construction
Adjustment | Height
100 mm / 3.937 in
Adjustment | Pivot
-0° ~ 90°
Adjustment | Swivel
-25° ~ 25°
Adjustment | Tilt
-5° ~ 20°
Camera
No
Colors
Black
Speakers
2x 2W
VESA Mount
100 x 100 mm
Dimensions
Bezels
89.33% screen-to-body ratio
Size | Depth
3.23 in / 82 mm w/o stand, 10.04 in / 255 mm w/ stand
Size | Height
14.45 in / 367 mm w/o stand, 16.06 in / 408 mm w/ stand
Size | Width
24.06 in / 611 mm
Weight
50 kg / 110 lbs w/o stand , 8.6 kg / 19 lbs w/ stand
Display
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
400 nits
Contrast Ratio
1000:1 (static), 100000000:1 (dynamic)
Display Backlight
W-LED
Display Color Depth
8 bits, 16777216 colors
Display Diagonal
27" (26.96 in / 684.66 mm)
Display Type
IPS, Anti-glare/Matte
Gamut
95% DCI-P3, 130% sRGB
Pixel Density
109 ppi
Pixel Pitch
0.233 mm
Refresh Rate
48 Hz ~ 170 Hz
Resolution
QHD (2560x1440)
Response Time
1 ms (min)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
HDR
DisplayHDR 400, HDR10
Licenses
TUV Flicker-free, TUV Low Blue Light
Operating Temperature
0 °C ~ 40 °C , 32 °F ~ 104 °F
Variable Framerate
NVIDIA G-SYNC
Video
Color Accuracy, Multi HDR Mode, Shadow Boost, Color Temperature Selection, GameVisual, Dynamic Shadow Boost, Fast IPS, Ultra-Low Blue Light, GameFast Input technology, Trace Free Technology, ELMB (Extreme Low Motion Blur) Sync, Display Widget, Adaptive...
Performance
Power Consumption
35 W (average) / 0.5 W (sleep) / 0.5 W (off)
Production
Accessory
DisplayPort cable, HDMI cable, USB 3.0 cable
Debut
2020
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External Reviews
rtings[1]
Reviewer score 52%ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQ is a great all-around monitor. Its high refresh rate, fast response time, and VRR support make it an excellent choice for gaming. Its size and resolution are also well-suited to productivity and content creation. It doesn't perform as well in dark rooms, though, because of its low contrast ratio.
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Pros
- High refresh rate
- Wide viewing angles
- Good reflection handling
- Low input lag
Cons
- Mediocre contrast ratio
- Doesn't get very bright
tomshardware[2]
Reviewer score 80%The Asus ROG Strix XG27AQ delivers a nicely saturated image with plenty of depth and dimension. The Dynamic Dimming feature is very effective at increasing the contrast of graphical content like games and videos. The native color gamut is DCI-P3 which is covered over 91% and hits its targets closely.
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Pros
- Excellent contrast
- Dynamic backlight feature
- Good color gamut
Cons
- Lacks HDR
- Lacks adaptive sync
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References
- ^ ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQ Monitor Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/asus/rog-strix-xg27aq. 2021-03-18. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ Asus ROG Strix XG27AQ 170 Hz Monitor Review: 1440p Meets Excellent Dynamic Contrast. [tomshardware]. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/asus-rog-strix-xg27aq. 2021-05-24. Retrieved 2022-01-06.
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