ASUS TUF Gaming VG27BQ 27" Black 2019
The 27-inch 2560x1440 display achieves a 0.4ms GTG response time and 165Hz refresh rate with G-Sync compatible adaptive sync and ELMB Sync motion blur reduction for sharp, tear-free visuals. Shadow Boost brightens dark scenes without overexposing, and the fully adjustable stand with pivot and VESA mount ensures comfortable, customizable ergonomics. This monitor is best for competitive gamers who prioritize rapid response and motion clarity at 1440p resolution with adaptive sync support.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong performance (94th percentile) 94th
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile) 91st
- Strong social proof (85th percentile) 85th
- Strong feature (73rd percentile) 73rd
Cons
- Below average user sentiment (28th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 (QHD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.4 |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 350 nits |
| HDR | ✓ |
| HDR Support | HDR |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| Speakers | Yes |
Ergonomics
| Height Adjustable | Yes |
| Tilt | Yes |
| Swivel | Yes |
| Pivot | Yes |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 |
vs Competition
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming VG27BQ 27" | LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B | MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 | Samsung Odyssey G60SD | Alienware AW-Series AW2725D | Gigabyte AORUS FO32U2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 | 44.5 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 32 |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 5120 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | - | OLED | QD-OLED | QD-OLED | QD-OLED | OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 165 | 165 | 240 | 360 | 280 | 240 |
| Response Time Ms | 0.4000000059604645 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Hdr | HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | HDR10+ | DisplayHDR 400 True Black | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Portability | Display | Feature | User Sentiment | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASUS TUF Gaming VG27BQ 27" | 66.3 | 42.1 | 65.8 | 73.2 | 27.9 | 93.9 | 69.3 | 85.4 |
| LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B Compare | 99.4 | 81.4 | 99.7 | 97.3 | 74.7 | 96.6 | 97.3 | 95.5 |
| MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 Compare | 99.1 | 63.8 | 77.6 | 86.6 | 95.8 | 98.2 | 83.4 | 99.5 |
| Samsung Odyssey G60SD Compare | 91.6 | 46.2 | 77.6 | 73.2 | 95.8 | 99.6 | 88.8 | 95.5 |
| Alienware AW-Series AW2725D Compare | 98.6 | 83.9 | 77.6 | 73.2 | 95.8 | 99.4 | 95.8 | 100 |
| Gigabyte AORUS FO32U2 Compare | 82.2 | 68.6 | 99 | 86.6 | 58.1 | 98.2 | 88.8 | 95.5 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Amazon.co.uk 1 offer From £479
Price History
Usage Scores
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