ASUS TUF VG27VQMY 27" Black

A 240Hz curved VA panel that's fast where it counts and cheap where it should be. Don't pay more than USD 250 for it, and don't expect OLED-level blacks.

The 240Hz refresh rate is the star here, and it's genuinely impressive. Our database puts this panel's performance in the 88th percentile, which means it's faster than the vast majority of monitors we've tested. The 1ms response time keeps motion crisp, and FreeSync Premium handles variable refresh rates without drama. But VA panels have a dirty secret: dark scene transitions can smear, and this one's no exception. It's not a dealbreaker for most games, but if you're coming from an IPS or OLED, you'll notice it in shadowy areas. The 350 nits brightness is fine for a dim room but won't wow you in a sunlit office.

The MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 and LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B are in a completely different league with OLED panels and higher resolutions, but they also cost significantly more. The Samsung Odyssey G7 G75F is the closest real competitor here, offering a similar curved VA experience with better contrast and a higher resolution option. If you're strictly on a budget and want 240Hz, this ASUS holds its own. But if you can stretch your budget even a little, the Samsung's superior panel quality makes it the smarter long-term buy.

Pricing is all over the place on this one. We're seeing listings from USD 210 to USD 465 across vendors, which is a wild spread for the same panel. At the low end, this is an absolute steal for a 240Hz curved gaming monitor. At the high end, you're dangerously close to better 1440p options. If you can snag it near USD 210, buy it without hesitation. If it's creeping toward USD 400, hold off and look elsewhere.

The ASUS TUF VG27VQMY is a 240Hz gaming monitor that's all about speed, and it mostly delivers. You're getting a 27-inch curved VA panel at 1080p with a 1ms response time and FreeSync Premium, which is a solid recipe for competitive shooters and fast-paced games. The curve is a nice touch at this size, wrapping the action around you just enough without feeling gimmicky. But here's the thing: 1080p on a 27-inch screen means pixels you can actually see if you sit close, and the VA panel brings its usual baggage with viewing angles and black smearing. Still, for the price this thing often goes for, it's a lot of monitor for the money.

If you're looking for a monitor for color-critical work, photo editing, or anything where accurate colors and sharp text matter, this isn't it. The 1080p resolution and VA panel's color limitations will frustrate you. Go get a 1440p IPS panel like the HP OMEN 27qs G2 instead. And if you're sensitive to motion blur in dark scenes, the VA smearing will drive you nuts. OLED is the answer there, but you'll pay for it.

The ASUS TUF VG27VQMY is a solid budget 240Hz monitor that nails the basics: fast refresh, low response time, and a comfortable curve. It's not going to blow you away with color accuracy or HDR performance, and the 1080p resolution on a 27-inch panel is a compromise you'll feel. But for competitive gamers who prioritize speed over pixel density and don't want to spend OLED money, this is a genuinely good pick. Just make sure you're paying closer to USD 210 than USD 465.