ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACMESR 280Hz+ Triple Mode QHD IPS
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A 27″ 2560 x 1440 (‘1440p’ QHD) IPS panel is used with 280Hz (365Hz ‘1080p’ FHD, 550Hz ‘720p’ HD) refresh rate and matte anti-glare screen surface. VRR is supported via Adaptive-Sync and HDMI 2.1 VRR, allowing technologies such as Nvidia ‘G-SYNC Compatible’ and AMD FreeSync Premium to be used in addition to PS5 VRR. Other aspects of note include; a 1000:1 static contrast ratio, 178°/178° viewing angles and 10-bit colour support. The monitor is flicker-free with 93% DCI-P3 colour gamut and 350 cd/m² (400 cd/m² HDR peak) typical maximum luminance. A 1ms (0.3ms min) grey to grey response time is specified, with ‘Variable Overdrive 2.0’ plus ELMB Sync as a strobe backlight setting that can be used with VRR if you wish.
The monitor offers basic HDR10 support, at the VESA DisplayHDR 400 level. It can make potentially good use of its 10-bit colour reproduction and decent DCI-P3 coverage. But lacks the high brightness peaks or any specified local dimming for a more convincing HDR experience. The included stand attaches centrally via a quick-release mechanism and is fully adjustable, including height adjustment (110mm or 4.33 inches) and pivot into portrait, with alternative 100 x 100mm VESA mounting also supported. The ports face downwards and include; an AC power input (internal power converter), HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4, USB-C (15W PD, DP Alt Mode) and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Further details can be found on the manufacturer’s website. Details including price and availability still to come.
