Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQ 27" QHD Gaming Monitor (2019)
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Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQ is a mainstream 27-inch QHD gaming monitor in Asus's 2019 lineup. It is powered by a basic 8-bit AHVA IPS panel.
The included stand comes with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments that make for a more ergonomic viewing experience. 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 64% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Stand with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments
- 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 55% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Great reflection handling and peak brightness
- Wide viewing angles and great ergonomics
- High refresh rate and VRR support
- Low input lag
Cons
- Low contrast ratio and disappointing black uniformity
- Doesn't perform well in dark rooms
Price Comparison
Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.2
Construction
Adjustment | Height
130 mm / 5.1181 in
Adjustment | Pivot
-90° ~ 90°
Adjustment | Swivel
-90° ~ 90°
Adjustment | Tilt
-5° ~ 33°
Camera
No
Colors
Black
Speakers
2x 2W
VESA Mount
100 x 100 mm
Dimensions
Bezels
89% screen-to-body ratio
Size | Depth
2.6 in / 66 mm w/o stand, 8.31 in / 211 mm w/ stand
Size | Height
14.29 in / 363 mm w/o stand, 14.84 in / 377 mm w/ stand
Size | Width
24.41 in / 620 mm
Weight
3.5 kg / 8 lbs w/o stand , 5.8 kg / 13 lbs w/ stand
Display
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
350 nits
Contrast Ratio
1000:1 (static)
Display Backlight
W-LED
Display Color Depth
8 bits, 16777216 colors
Display Diagonal
27" (27 in / 685.8 mm)
Display Type
AHVA IPS, Anti-glare/Matte, AU Optronics
Gamut
71% Adobe RGB, 77% DCI-P3, 72% NTSC, 99% sRGB
Pixel Density
109 ppi
Pixel Pitch
0.233 mm
Refresh Rate
40 Hz ~ 155 Hz
Resolution
QHD (2560x1440)
Response Time
4 ms (min)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
HDR
HDR10
Licenses
BSMI, CB, CCC, CE, CEL level 1, cTick, CU, eStandby, ENERGY STAR, FCC Class B, J-MOSS, KCC, PSE, RCM, RoHS, TÜV Flicker-free, TÜV Low Blue Light, UL/cUL, VCCI, WEEE, WHQL (Windows 10; Windows 8.1; Windows 7)
Operating Temperature
0 °C ~ 40 °C , 32 °F ~ 104 °F
Variable Framerate
NVIDIA G-SYNC
Video
ELMB (Extreme Low Motion Blur), Flicker-free technology, Trace Free Technology, GamePlus (Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter/Display Alignment/Sniper), HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), GameVisual, GameFast Input technology, 5-way OSD joystick...
Performance
Power Consumption
65 W (average) / 0.5 W (sleep) / 0.5 W (off)
Production
Accessory
DisplayPort cable - optional, HDMI cable - optional
Debut
2019
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rtings[1]
Reviewer score 55%The ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A is great for most uses. It has impressive gaming performance because it has a quick response time, VRR support, and an incredibly low input lag. The large, 27 inch screen provides enough space to multitask, and the 1440p resolution delivers clear text. It's good for watching the latest videos with some friends as it has wide viewing angles.
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Pros
- High refresh rate and VRR support
- Wide viewing angles and great ergonomics
- Great reflection handling and peak brightness
- Low input lag
Cons
- Low contrast ratio and disappointing black uniformity
- Doesn't perform well in dark rooms
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References
- ^ ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A Monitor Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/asus/tuf-gaming-vg27aql1a. 2020-10-13. Retrieved 2022-01-06.
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