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Release date: 25 Jul 2022
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ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q computer monitor review

ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q. Display diagonal: 62.2 cm (24.5"), Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels, HD type: Full HD, Display technology: LCD, Display surface: Matt, Response time: 1 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. VESA mounting, Height adjustment. Product colour: Black

ROG Strix XG256Q Gaming Monitor – 24.5 inch Full HD (1920 x 1080), Fast IPS, 180Hz (Above 144Hz), 1ms GTG, Extreme Low Motion Blur, G-Sync compatible, FreeSync Premium technology, DisplayHDR™ 400, Tripod socket


ASUS Fast IPS Display−1ms (GTG) Response Time

ASUS Fast IPS Display allows the display’s liquid crystal elements to switch up to 4X faster than conventional IPS panels for improved response. With a 1 ms gray-to-gray response time, smearing and motion blur are virtually eliminated. This display also delivers superior images and an astounding 1,000:1 contrast ratio.

INCREDIBLY FAST 180HZ REFRESH RATE

You'll experience amazingly -fluid gaming visuals, giving you the upper hand in first-person shooters, racing, real-time strategy and sports titles.

NVIDIA G−SYNC Compatible

NVIDIA G-Sync compatible technology provides exceptional high dynamic range visuals while still maintaining low latency.

Gamer centric design


Tripod socket atop

Tripod socket atop ¼-inch tripod socket on the monitor stand allows users to mount a camera or additional display for a unique gaming or streaming setup

In−game enhancements


Shadow Boost

ASUS 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.

GamePlus

ASUS GameVisual Technology has seven pre-set display modes to optimize visuals for different types of content. This unique feature can be easily accessed through a hotkey or the on-screen display settings menu.

GameVisual

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.

Flicker-Free technology

Flicker-Free technology reduces flicker to minimize eyestrain for improved comfort when you're embroiled in long gaming sessions.

Ultra-Low Blue Light technology

ASUS Ultra-Low Blue Light technology reduces the amount of potentially harmful blue light emitted by the display. Four different filter settings are available to control the amount of blue light reduction.

Engineering


Rich connectivity

Extensive connectivity options, including, I/O: DisplayPort1.2 and HDMI (v2.0)x2 support a wide array of multimedia devices.

Ergonomic design

With an ergonomically-designed stand, it provides tilt, swivel, pivot and height adjustments so you can easily find your ideal viewing position. The display is also VESA-compatible for wall mounting.

  • 24.5-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) IPS gaming monitor with ultrafast 180Hz (OC) refresh rate designed for professional gamers and immersive gameplay
  • ASUS Fast IPS technology enables a 1ms 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
  • G-SYNC Compatible, delivering a seamless, tear-free gaming experience by enabling VRR (variable refresh rate) by default
  • High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology with professional color gamut delivers contrast and color performance that meets the DisplayHDRâ„¢ 400 certification

ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q computer monitor specs

Other Features

Touchscreen: False

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (without stand): 2.7 kg
Height (without stand): 33.1 cm
Depth (without stand): 6 cm
Width (without stand): 55.8 cm
Weight (with stand): 5.2 kg
Height (with stand): 491 mm
Depth (with stand): 235 mm
Width (with stand): 558 mm

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package weight: 7.2 kg
Package height: 409 mm
Package depth: 247 mm
Package width: 627 mm
Stand included: yes

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): 16 W

Ergonomics

Tilt angle range: 20 - -5°
Tiltable: True
Swivel angle range: 25 - -25°
Pivot: True
Pivot angle: 0 - 90°
Swivelling: True
Height adjustment: 11 cm
Height adjustment: yes
Cable lock slot type: Kensington
Cable lock slot: yes
Panel mounting interface: 100 x 100 mm
VESA mounting: yes

Performance

Low Blue Light technology: yes
Flicker-free technology: yes
HDCP version: 2.2
AMD FreeSync type: FreeSync Premium
AMD FreeSync: True
NVIDIA G-SYNC type: G-SYNC Compatible
NVIDIA G-SYNC: yes

Design

Feet colour: Black
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
DisplayPort version: 1.2
DisplayPorts quantity: 1
HDMI version: 2.0
HDMI ports quantity: 2
HDMI: True
Built-in USB hub: no

Display

Colour gamut: 99%
RGB colour space: sRGB
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported: yes
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: DisplayHDR 400
Digital vertical frequency: 48 - 180 Hz
Digital horizontal frequency: 33 - 206 kHz
Viewable size, vertical: 30.3 cm
Viewable size, horizontal: 54.4 cm
Pixel pitch: 0.283 x 0.283 mm
Display number of colours: 16.7 million colours
Viewing angle, vertical: 178°
Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°
Maximum refresh rate: 180 Hz
Contrast ratio (typical): 1000:1
Screen shape: Flat
Display surface: Matt
Backlight type: LED
Display technology: LCD
HD type: Full HD
Response time: 1 ms
Display brightness (typical): 400 cd/m²
Panel type: IPS
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Display diagonal: 62.2 cm (24.5")