Sceptre FPN168 E275B-FPN168 27" Black 2021
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025
What Buyers Say
Sceptre FPN168 E275B-FPN168 27" Black 2021
This 27-inch 1080p IPS monitor offers excellent value for gamers seeking high refresh rates (144-165Hz) on a budget, with easy setup and solid build quality. Many users praise the vibrant colors and smooth performance, though the built-in speakers are widely criticized for poor audio quality. A small number of customers received damaged units or noted minor quirks like a finicky power button.
Pros
- High refresh rate (144-165Hz)
- Vibrant colors and good image quality
- Easy setup and assembly
- Solid build with metal base
- Great value for the price
Cons
- Poor built-in speaker audio quality
- Some units arrived damaged
- Finicky power button on some units
- Deep base takes up desk space
- Lackluster rear RGB lighting
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025
The ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27UCDMG is overwhelmingly praised as a top-tier gaming monitor, with users highlighting its stunning 4K QD-OLED picture quality, deep blacks, vibrant colors, and buttery-smooth 240Hz refresh rate. Verified buyers consistently call it the best monitor they've ever used, noting excellent build quality and responsiveness. Minor drawbacks include a glossy screen that can reflect light, potential text clarity issues due to the subpixel layout, and a lack of included VESA screws, but these are far outweighed by the exceptional gaming and media experience. The Neo Proximity Sensor and OLED Care features provide peace of mind against burn-in, making it a highly recommended investment for enthusiasts.
Pros
- Stunning 4K QD-OLED picture quality
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Buttery-smooth 240Hz refresh rate
- Excellent build quality
- Fast 0.03ms response time
Cons
- Glossy screen causes reflections
- Text clarity issues due to subpixel layout
- No VESA screws included
- VESA mount adds extra depth
- Neo Proximity Sensor unreliable at times
Scores
Specifications
| Sceptre FPN168 E275B-FPN168 27" | ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | glossy |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 240 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits | 450 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 120% sRGB | 99% DCI-P3, 145% sRGB |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 1★ |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✓★ |
| Power | — | 80W★ |
| Weight | 5.24 kg★ | 7.44 kg |
Pros & Cons
Sceptre FPN168 E275B-FPN168 27" Black 2021
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong performance (73rd percentile)
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 29 specs.
