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ASUS ROG Strix XG27UQR review

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UQR. Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"), Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels, HD type: 4K Ultra HD, Display surface: Matt, Response time: 1 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. Built-in USB hub, USB hub version: 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1). VESA mounting, Height adjustment. Product colour: Black

BRILLIANT COLOR. BLISTERING SPEED.

ROG Strix XG27UQR is a 27-inch DSC gaming monitor with display stream compression (DSC) technology that delivers smooth, 4K visuals at up to 144Hz. It is G-SYNC compatible ready and DisplayHDRâ„¢ 400 certified, featuring exceptional contrast and 90% DCI-P3 professional color gamut coverage.

SUPERB IMAGE QUALITY WITH DSC TECHNOLOGY

ROG Strix XG27UQR Display stream compression (DSC) technology* enables 4K visuals and an 144Hz refresh rate via a single DisplayPort 1.4 connection by compressing and decompressing each frame on the fly with no visual loss of image quality.

FAST 144HZ REFRESH RATE AND 1MS RESPONSE TIME (MPRT)

ROG Strix XG27UQR offers an ultrafast 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time (MPRT), ensuring that even the fastest-paced games played at the highest visual settings remain buttery-smooth and completely lag-free.

NVIDIA G-SYNC COMPATIBLE

With Adaptive Sync (G-SYNC Compatible*), the ROG Strix XG27UQR delivers a seamless, tear-free gaming experience by enabling VRR by default on NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10-Series and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20-Series graphics cards. *G-SYNC Compatible in application process

HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE (HDR) WITH DCI-P3 90% AND DISPLAYHDRâ„¢ 400

Supports HDR technology across a range of luminance (up to 400cd/m2) to deliver a wider color range and higher contrast than traditional monitors. The brightest whites and the darkest blacks bring out details like never before. This moitor also delivers DCI-P3 90% color gamut and contrast performance that passes DisplayHDRâ„¢ 400 certification. To ensure color accuracy, each ROG Strix monitor is factory pre-calibrated.

MULTIPLE HDR MODES

Now you can choose from multiple HDR modes in order to adjust monitor HDR performance based on the current scenario.

SHADOW BOOST TECHNOLOGY

Shadow Boost technology clarifies dark areas of the game world without overexposing brighter areas, improving overall viewing while also making it easier to spot enemies hidden in dark areas of the map.

ASUS-EXCLUSIVE EXTREME LOW MOTION BLUR TECHNOLOGY

Features the latest ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur technology, which achieves 1ms MPRT to eliminate smearing and motion blur, and makes objects in motion look sharper, so gameplay is more fluid and responsive.

GAMEVISUAL

ASUS GameVisual gives you seven preset display modes and one user mode tailored to suit different types of content.

GAMEPLUS HOTKEYS

The ASUS-exclusive, integrated GamePlus hotkey offers in-game enhancements that help you get more out of your game.This function is co-developed with input from pro gamers, allowing them to practice and improve their gaming skills.

ULTRA-LOW BLUE LIGHT TECHNOLOGY

With TÃœV Rheinland-certified ASUS Ultra-low Blue Light filters to protect eyes and prevent strain from harmful blue light. Select from four different filter settings via the OSD menu or by using the five-way joystick.

FLICKER-FREE TECHNOLOGY

Reduces on-screen flicker to give you a more comfortable gaming experience. This minimizes eye strain during marathon gaming sessions.

ROBUST CONNECTIVITY

ROG Strix XG27UQR offers a wide selection of connectivity options, including two HDMI 2.0 inputs and two DisplayPort 1.4 interface.

ERGONOMIC DESIGN

The ROG Strix XG27UQR is specially designed for marathon gaming sessions. It has an ergonomically-designed stand with tilt, swivel and height adjustment so you can always find that ideal viewing position whether you're on the couch or sitting on your bed.

ASUS AURA SYNC LIGHTING

With exclusive ASUS Aura Sync lighting technology*, ROG Strix XG27UQR provides ambient lighting that can be synchronized with other Aura-enabled components and peripherals.

  • 27-inch 4K IPS gaming monitor with 144Hz refresh rate for super-smooth gaming visual
  • Supports Display Stream Compression Technology for transporting ultra-high definition video streams across a single interface at high speed with no perceptible loss of visual quality
  • High dynamic range (HDR) technology with DisplayHDRâ„¢ 400 certification and 90% DCI-P3 professional color gamut ensures exceptional contrast and color performance
  • G-SYNC Compatible, delivering a seamless, tear-free gaming experience
  • Full HD(1920 X 1080)@120Hz output on PS5; Full HD &1440P(2560 x 1440)@120Hz VRR output on Xbox Series X/S

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UQR specs

Other Features

Display brightness (peak): 400 cd/m²

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (without stand): 4.4 kg
Height (without stand): 38.1 cm
Depth (without stand): 9.43 cm
Width (without stand): 63.4 cm
Weight (with stand): 8 kg
Height (with stand): 522.4 mm
Depth (with stand): 254.5 mm
Width (with stand): 633.6 mm

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package weight: 12 kg
Package height: 260 mm
Package depth: 725 mm
Package width: 602 mm
Power adapter included: yes
Quick start guide: yes
Stand included: yes

Power

Energy efficiency scale: A to G
AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V
Power consumption (PowerSave): 0.5 W
Power consumption (off): 0.5 W
Power consumption (typical): 90 W
Energy consumption (HDR) per 1000 hours: 50 kWh
Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours: 32 kWh
Energy efficiency class (HDR): G
Energy efficiency class (SDR): G

Ergonomics

Tilt angle range: 20 - -5°
Tiltable: True
Swivel angle range: 25 - 25°
Swivelling: True
Height adjustment: 10 cm
Height adjustment: yes
Cable lock slot type: Kensington
Cable lock slot: yes
Panel mounting interface: 100 x 100 mm
VESA mounting: yes

Performance

Game mode: yes
Low Blue Light technology: yes
Flicker-free technology: yes
NVIDIA G-SYNC: yes

Design

Certification: TÃœV Flicker-free, TÃœV Low Blue Light, VESA DisplayHDR 400, G-SYNC Compatible
Country of origin: China
Feet colour: Black
Front bezel colour: Black
Frameless design: no
Product colour: Black
Market positioning: Gaming

Multimedia

Built-in camera: no
Built-in speaker(s): no

Ports & Interfaces

HDCP: True
Headphone connectivity: 3.5 mm
Headphone outputs: 1
Headphone out: yes
DisplayPorts quantity: 2
HDMI version: 2.0
HDMI ports quantity: 2
HDMI: True
USB Type-A downstream ports quantity: 2
Number of USB Type-B upstream ports quantity: 1
USB upstream port type: USB Type-B
USB hub version: 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Built-in USB hub: yes

Display

Colour gamut: 90%
RGB colour space: DCI-P3
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported: yes
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: DisplayHDR 400,High Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10)
Digital vertical frequency: 48 - 144 Hz
Digital horizontal frequency: 30 - 135 kHz
Viewable size, vertical: 33.5 cm
Viewable size, horizontal: 59.6 cm
Pixel pitch: 0.155 x 0.155 mm
Display number of colours: 16.7 million colours
Viewing angle, vertical: 178°
Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°
Maximum refresh rate: 144 Hz
Contrast ratio (typical): 1000:1
Screen shape: Flat
Display surface: Matt
Backlight type: LED
HD type: 4K Ultra HD
Response time: 1 ms
Display brightness (typical): 350 cd/m²
Panel type: IPS
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27")

Logistics Data

Harmonized System (HS) code: 8528521000