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Release date: 1 Jun 2023
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ASUS TUF Gaming VG328QA1A review

ASUS TUF Gaming VG328QA1A. Display diagonal: 80 cm (31.5"), Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels, HD type: Full HD, Display technology: LED, Response time: 1 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. Built-in speaker(s). Built-in USB hub, USB hub version: 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1). VESA mounting. Product colour: Black

TUF Gaming VG328QA1A is a 31.5-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) 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 FreeSync™ Premium to eliminate ghosting and tearing. In addition, it also features 100% sRGB color gamut ensures exceptional contrast and color performance.
GAMING KEY SPEC

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

TUF Gaming VG328QA1A 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.
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

DisplayWidget Center software upgraded the user interface so that users can easily change monitor settings via a mouse ― so there’s no need to access the OSD menu.

SHADOW BOOST

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

GAMEPLUS

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.

GAMEVISUAL

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.

FLICKER-FREE TECHNOLOGY

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

LOW BLUE LIGHT

ASUS 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.

EXTENSIVE CONNECTIVITY

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

ERGONOMIC DESIGN

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

  • 80.0cm (31.5") Full HD 1920 x 1080 LED VA
  • 1ms, 16:9, 300cd/m², 3000:1
  • USB, HDMI, DisplayPort

ASUS TUF Gaming VG328QA1A specs

Other Features

Touchscreen: False

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (without stand): 5.9 kg
Height (without stand): 42.7 cm
Depth (without stand): 5.8 cm
Width (without stand): 71.6 cm
Weight (with stand): 6.8 kg
Height (with stand): 497.2 mm
Depth (with stand): 213.8 mm
Width (with stand): 716.2 mm

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package weight: 8.8 kg
Package height: 520 mm
Package depth: 185 mm
Package width: 800 mm
Quick start guide: yes
Cables included: AC, DisplayPort, HDMI
Stand included: yes

Power

AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V
Power consumption (off): 0.3 W
Power consumption (standby): 0.5 W
Power consumption (typical): 23.5 W

Ergonomics

Tilt adjustment: yes
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
Shadow сontrol: yes
AMD FreeSync type: FreeSync Premium
AMD FreeSync: True
NVIDIA G-SYNC: no

Design

Certification: TÜV Flicker-free TÜV Low Blue Light AMD FreeSync Premium
Feet colour: Black
Detachable stand: yes
Front bezel colour: Black
Product colour: Black
Market positioning: Gaming

Multimedia

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

Ports & Interfaces

AC (power) in: yes
Headphone out: yes
DisplayPort version: 1.2
DisplayPorts quantity: 1
HDMI version: 2.0
HDMI ports quantity: 2
HDMI: True
USB Type-A downstream ports quantity: 1
USB hub version: 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Built-in USB hub: yes

Display

sRGB coverage (typical): 100%
Colour gamut: 100%
RGB colour space: sRGB
Digital vertical frequency: 48 - 170 Hz
Digital horizontal frequency: 30 - 195 kHz
Viewable size, vertical: 39.3 cm
Viewable size, horizontal: 69.8 cm
Pixel pitch: 0.363 x 0.363 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
Backlight type: LED
Display technology: LED
HD type: Full HD
Response time: 1 ms
Display brightness (typical): 300 cd/m²
Panel type: VA
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Display diagonal: 80 cm (31.5")