ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A

2560 x 1440 pixels, 27"
Currently out of stock

Model

Product details

68.58cm (27 inch) WQHD (2560x1440) IPS gaming monitor with ultra-fast 170Hz refresh rate (overclocked) designed for professional gamers and immersive gameplay.

ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync technology
(Elmb Sync) allows Elmb to be used simultaneously with G-Sync Compatible to prevent ghosting and tearing. The result is crisp gaming graphics with high frame rates.

Thanks to G-Sync Compatible Ready, the VG27AQL1A delivers a seamless gaming experience without tearing by using variable refresh rate (VRR) by default.

Supports both Adaptive-Sync with Nvidia GeForce graphics cards and FreeSync with AMD Radeon graphics cards. Compatible with Nvidia GeForce GTX-10, GTX-16, RTX-20 and newer graphics cards.

High-Dynamic-Range(HDR) technology with professional color gamut delivers contrast and color performance that meets DisplayHDR- 400 certification requirements. FreeSync Premium technology to prevent screen tearing and choppy frame rates.

Key specifications

Monitor type
Gaming Monitor
Display resolution
WQHD
Screen technology
LED
Refresh rate
170 Hz
Video connections
DisplayPort (1x)
HDMI (2x)
USB ports
USB-A
Monitor equipment
HDR functionality
Integrated loudspeakers
Integrated USB hub
Slot for Kensington lock
Documents
Item number
13576162

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
90LM05Z0-B01370
Release date
6.1.2021

Colour

Colour group
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Display properties

Monitor type
Gaming Monitor
Display size (inches)
27"
Screen size (cm)
68.60 cm
Image resolution
2560 x 1440 pixels
Display resolution
WQHD
Pixel pitch
0.23 mm
Screen technology
LED
Panel technology
IPS
Refresh rate
170 Hz
Aspect ratio
16:9
Screen surface
Anti-glare
Contrast ratio
1000 :1
Response time (grey-to-grey)
1 ms
Brightness
400 cd/m²
Colour depth
10 bits
Colour space coverage
DCI-P3: 95%
sRGB: 130%
Viewing angle (H)
178°
Viewing angle (V)
178°

Features + Functions

Monitor equipment
HDR functionality
Integrated loudspeakers
Integrated USB hub
Slot for Kensington lock
Connectivity
HDMI
USB
Touch
Without touch function
Sync-Technology
Adaptive Sync
AMD Freesync Premium
nVidia G sync
HDR Certification
Vesa DisplayHDR 400

Mounting + Ergonomics

Adjustability
Height-adjustable
Pivot function
Rotatable
Tiltable
VESA wall mount type
100 x 100 mm

Connections

Video connections
DisplayPort (1x)
HDMI (2x)
HDMI version
2.0
DisplayPort version
1.2
USB ports
USB-A
Exact USB ports
USB-A 3.0 (2x)
Audio Connections
Jack 3.5mm (1x)
Data ports
USB 3.0 Type-A (2x)

Power supply

Power consumption
26 W
Power consumption (standby)
0.50 W
Power consumption (Off)
0.50 W
Energy consumption per year
32 kWh

Energy declaration

Energy efficiency class
G

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100
SBTi

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
DisplayPort cable
Power cord
Power supply
Quick Start Guide
Warranty card

Product dimensions

Width
615 mm
Length
215 mm
Height
405 mm
Weight
6.60 kg

Package dimensions

Length
81.50 cm
Width
47 cm
Height
17 cm
Weight
8.96 kg

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Monitor» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 11.Apple
  • 11.Verbatim
  • 14.ASUS
  • 15.MSI
  • 16.Hannspree

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 2.Viewsonic
  • 7.AOC
  • 7.ASUS
  • 7.BenQ
  • 7.Gigabyte

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Monitor» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 14.LC-Power
  • 14.Xiaomi
  • 16.ASUS
  • 16.LG
  • 18.Viewsonic
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Very good88/100
PC Games Hardware Logo
PC Games HardwareSingle testReleaseNovember 2021
  • PositiveGood factory calibration
  • PositiveLow input lag
  • NegativeMediocre response times

A rock-solid monitor at a fair price without any flaws. Both still and moving image quality are convincing and speak for a good monitor. The low input lag is not necessarily a matter of course in this price range and is therefore one of the monitor's highlights. Some similar models allow themselves a good 10 to 20 ms longer delay, which is still acceptable for leisurely online gaming and far from noticeable. The...