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 (91th percentile) 91th
- Strong social proof (86th percentile) 86th
- Strong feature (73th percentile) 73th
Cons
- Below average user sentiment (29th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 9 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 (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 |
| 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 | Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 LS57CG952NNXZA | MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED | Dell UltraSharp U4025QW | Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 | 44.5 | 57 | 27 | 39.70000076293945 | 34 |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 5120 x 2160 | 7680 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 5120x2160 | 3440x1440 |
| Panel Type | - | OLED | VA | OLED | IPS | QD-OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 165 | 165 | 240 | 240 | 120 | 240 |
| Response Time Ms | 0.4000000059604645 | 0.029999999329447746 | 1 | 0.029999999329447746 | 5 | 0.029999999329447746 |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | G-Sync Compatible | Adaptive-Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Hdr | HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | HDR10+ | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 600 | DisplayHDR 400 True Black |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Compact | Display | Feature | User Sentiment | Ergonomic | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASUS TUF Gaming VG27BQ 27" | 64.8 | 40.3 | 63.6 | 72.7 | 28.5 | 90.5 | 93.5 | 67.7 | 86.1 |
| LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B Compare | 99.4 | 82.3 | 99.7 | 97.4 | 0 | 90.5 | 96.2 | 96.8 | 91 |
| Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 LS57CG952NNXZA Compare | 99.5 | 73.8 | 99.7 | 97.4 | 0 | 72.3 | 87.9 | 99.2 | 95.6 |
| MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED Compare | 95.9 | 63.8 | 97.3 | 86.5 | 75.7 | 90.5 | 98 | 82.2 | 74.5 |
| Dell UltraSharp U4025QW Compare | 97.7 | 82.3 | 98.4 | 97.4 | 75.7 | 72.3 | 56.7 | 99.2 | 95.6 |
| Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW Compare | 98.4 | 79.8 | 85.5 | 92 | 0 | 90.5 | 98 | 95.3 | 95.6 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Amazon.co.uk 1 offers From £480
Usage Scores
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