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Release date: 16 Jan 2023
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ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A review

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A. Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"), Display resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels, HD type: Quad HD, Display surface: Matt, Response time: 1 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. Built-in speaker(s). VESA mounting. Product colour: Black

TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A is a 27-inch WQHD (2560 x 1440) gaming monitor with an overclocking 170Hz refresh rate and 1 ms (MPRT) response time for extremely immersive gameplay. It features exclusive Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB) technology and AMD FreeSyncâ„¢ Premium to eliminate ghosting and tearing. In addition, it also features High Dynamic Range technology, supporting the HDR10 for great contrast and lifelike colors.
GAMING KEY SPEC

170HZ REFRESH RATE(OC) AND 1MS (MPRT) RESPONSE TIME

TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A delivers stunning visuals from all angles. With overclock to 170Hz refresh rate decimates lag and motion blur to give you the upper hand in first person shooters, racers, real-time strategy, and sports titles. This ultrafast refresh rate lets you play at the highest visual settings and lets you react instantly to what's onscreen — so you'll get that first strike in.
GAMING KEY SPEC

ADAPTIVE-SYNC

AMD FreeSync Premium technology supported through DP and HDMI ports providing variable refresh rates for low latency, stuttering-free and tearing-free while gaming.
COLOR PERFORMANCE

HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE

TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A takes advantage of HDR technology to deliver more vivid colors and higher contrast levels compared to traditional monitors.
EXCLUSIVE GAMING FEATURE

EXTREME LOW MOTION BLUR (ELMB)

ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB) technology provides a 1 ms MPRT response time to eliminate smearing and motion blur. It makes moving objects appear even sharper, so gameplay is more fluid and responsive.
EXCLUSIVE GAMING FEATURE

VARIABLE OVERDRIVE

Integrated ASUS Variable Overdrive technology allows the display to dynamically alter its overdrive setting as frame rates fluctuate, ensuring optimal results for any game. You choose how strong you want the overall effect to be, then let the monitor take it from there.

INTUITIVE CONTROLS

ASUS DisplayWidget Lite is a software utility that lets you easily and quickly tweak settings or configure ASUS-exclusive features such as Shadow Boost, ASUS GameVisual, and more.

EXTENSIVE CONNECTIVITY

A multitude of connectivity options, including two HDMI 2.0, plus DisplayPortâ„¢ 1.2, ensures wide compatibility with a variety of input sources.

  • 27-inch WQHD (2560 x 1440) gaming monitor with overclock to 170Hz refresh rate designed for professional gamers and immersive gameplay
  • 1ms (MPRT) response time for smooth gameplay, and ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB â„¢) technology to further reduce ghosting and motion blur
  • FreeSync Premium delivers a seamless, tear-free gaming experience by enabling VRR (variable refresh rate) by default
  • High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology supports HDR-10 format to enhance bright and dark areas

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A specs

Other Features

Touchscreen: False

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (without stand): 3.85 kg
Height (without stand): 36.6 cm
Depth (without stand): 5.05 cm
Width (without stand): 61.5 cm
Weight (with stand): 4.65 kg
Height (with stand): 454.9 mm
Depth (with stand): 213.5 mm
Width (with stand): 615.2 mm

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package weight: 6.75 kg
Package height: 160 mm
Package depth: 475 mm
Package width: 689 mm

Power

AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V
Power consumption (PowerSave): 0.5 W
Power consumption (off): 0.3 W
Power consumption (typical): 24 W

Ergonomics

Tilt angle range: -5 - 20°
Height adjustment: no
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
HDCP version: 2.2
Motion blur reduction: yes
AMD FreeSync type: FreeSync Premium
AMD FreeSync: True
NVIDIA G-SYNC: no

Design

Product colour: Black
Market positioning: Gaming

Multimedia

RMS rated power: 4 W
Number of speakers: 2
Built-in camera: no
Built-in speaker(s): yes

Ports & Interfaces

HDCP: True
Headphone outputs: 1
Headphone out: yes
DisplayPort version: 1.2
DisplayPorts quantity: 1
HDMI version: 2.0
HDMI ports quantity: 2
HDMI: True
Built-in USB hub: no

Display

High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported: yes
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: High Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10)
Digital vertical frequency: 48 - 170 Hz
Digital horizontal frequency: 250 - 250 kHz
Viewable size, vertical: 33.6 cm
Viewable size, horizontal: 59.7 cm
Pixel pitch: 0.231 x 0.231 mm
Display number of colours: 16.7 million colours
Viewing angle, vertical: 178°
Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°
Maximum refresh rate: 170 Hz
Contrast ratio (typical): 3000:1
Screen shape: Flat
Anti-glare screen: yes
Display surface: Matt
Backlight type: LED
HD type: Quad HD
Response time: 1 ms
Display brightness (typical): 300 cd/m²
Panel type: VA
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Display resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels
Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27")