ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM HDR Gaming Monitor – 27 inch WQHD (2560 x 1440), Fast IPS, Overclockable 270Hz (Above 144Hz), 0.5ms (GTG), ELMB SYNC, G-SYNC Compatible, DisplayHDR 400

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There are some caveats with the Asus XG27AQM starting with its lack of creature comforts compared to its competitors. Dark sequences like the train capture mission were richly detailed but ultimately more a dark gray than black. This means that HDR content gets a boost in peak brightness up to 400-nits, but since the ASUS XG27AQM lacks proper local dimming or a significantly high contrast ratio, HDR should be mostly ignored; it’s not a selling point of the XG27AQM anyway.

With a few tweaks in the OSD, the Asus ROG Strix XG27AQ delivers a superb image with one of the best dynamic contrast features we’ve seen. Take note that this can vary between every monitor due to the nature of IPS, so there are better and worse units out there.The ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM is yet another 27″ 1440p 240Hz gaming monitor aimed at those after the perfect mixture of high resolution and high refresh rate. You’ll also find some advanced image adjustment tools, including three gamma presets and saturation, besides the standard settings (brightness, contrast, color temperature, aspect ratio, etc. ELMB is a backlight strobe that reduces motion blur by inserting a black field between each image frame. Another strength of the ASUS XG27AQM IPS monitor is the 178° wide viewing angles, which ensure that the image is flawless regardless of the angle you’re looking at the screen; the colors remain consistent across the entire screen at all times, which in addition to the precise Delta ≤ 2 factory-calibration makes the monitor fit for professional color-critical work.

The monitor also supports the 1080p 120Hz mode for the PS5 and 1440p 120Hz + VRR for the Xbox Series S/X. If you account for the improved processing times and pixel response in addition to the refresh lag you up to 5 times less lag on your end. If I set the 240Hz to 144Hz it still looks clearer than my native 144Hz with fast moving images because it’s a better performing panel.Certified as G-SYNC Compatible, delivering a seamless, tear-free gaming experience by enabling VRR (variable refresh rate) by default. ROG monitors are known to be chunkier than their competitors, but that should be okay for standard desk sizes. The plastic panels are thick and sturdy, and it doesn’t seem like they will crack or flex with moderate force.