ASUS XG27AQM

Thanks to its wide Adobe RGB color gamut, rapid response time speed, 270Hz refresh rate, and smooth VRR and MBR performance, the ASUS XG27AQM is one of the best 27″ 1440p monitors out there, but the price isn’t as appealing.

-- As reviewed by Display Ninja
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Product details

  • 27-inch WQHD (2560 x 1440) HDR gaming monitor with ultrafast 270Hz (overclocking) refresh rate designed for professional gamers and immersive gameplay
  • Aspect Ratio is 16:9; Viewing Angle (CR≧10) is 178 / 178 ; Brightness (Typ) is 350cd/㎡
  • ASUS Fast IPS technology enables a 0.5ms response time (GTG) for sharp gaming visuals with high frame rates
  • ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync (ELMB SYNC) technology enables ELMB together with G-SYNC Compatible, eliminating ghosting and tearing for sharp gaming visuals with high frame rates
  • High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology with professional color gamut delivers contrast and color performance that meets the DisplayHDR 400 certification
  • G-SYNC Compatible, delivering a seamless, tear-free gaming experience
  • Full HD(1920 X 1080) at 120Hz and 1440P (2560 x 1440) at 60Hz output on PS5, 1440P(2560 x 1440) at 120Hz VRR output on Xbox Series X/S

PROS

+ High pixel density, wide color gamut, consistent colors, sRGB mode
+ Plenty of gaming features including MBR and FreeSync up to 270Hz
+ Fully ergonomic design and rich connectivity options

CONS

- IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
- Locked brightness in the sRGB mode (unlockable in the service menu)

Expert reviews and ratings

By Display Ninja on September 30, 2022
Thanks to its wide Adobe RGB color gamut, rapid response time speed, 270Hz refresh rate, and smooth VRR and MBR performance, the ASUS XG27AQM is one of the best 27″ 1440p monitors out there, but the price isn’t as appealing.
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