Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F vs Dell SE2426HG
The clearest split between the Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F and the Dell SE2426HG is refresh rate. Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F runs at 260Hz versus 240Hz on the Dell SE2426HG. That gap is meaningful in fast-paced games — enemies move more smoothly, tracking feels more responsive, and the transition from 60fps to higher frame rates is clearly visible. For everyday desktop use and productivity, both feel identically fluid.
Buy the Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F if you need IPS (panel technology).
- Fast IPS panel — delivers excellent motion clarity with wide 178° viewing angles
- 260Hz overclock refresh rate — ultra-smooth gameplay for competitive esports gaming
- QHD resolution (2560 x 1440) a — sharp visuals with balanced GPU performance
- 0.3 ms (MPRT) response time — significantly reduces motion blur and ghosting
Buy the Dell SE2426HG if you need Daisy-chain (DisplayPort MST out — chain multiple monitors from).
- Full HD — 1080p resolution — sharp everyday display
- IPS — accurate colour and wide 178° viewing angles
- Ergonomics — No height adjustment height, pivot — adjustable for any desk setup
- 300 cd/m² — brightness — better visibility in bright office environments
Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F
- Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME -- Refresh Rate: 260Hz (max) -- higher max Hz -- smoother motion, competitive advantage
- Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME -- Response Time: 0.3 ms (MPRT) -- faster GtG response -- sharper motion, less ghosting
- Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME -- Brightness (Typical): 400 cd/m² -- brighter -- better HDR impact and bright-room visibility
- Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME -- Pixel Density: 109 PPI -- sharper image -- more pixels per inch
- Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME -- Display Size: 27-inch -- bigger screen -- more immersive for gaming and media
Dell SE2426HG
- Dell SE2426HG -- Refresh Rate: 240Hz (max) -- lower max Hz -- less fluid gameplay
- Dell SE2426HG -- Response Time: 1 ms (GtG) / 0.5 ms (MPRT) -- slower GtG response -- more visible blur in fast scenes
- Dell SE2426HG -- Brightness (Typical): 300 cd/m² -- ⚠️ lower typical brightness -- HDR scenes still benefit from panel contrast, but bright-room visibility is reduced versus higher-nit alternatives
- Dell SE2426HG -- Pixel Density: 92 PPI -- lower pixel density -- softer at close viewing distances
- Dell SE2426HG -- Display Size: 23.8-inch -- smaller screen
- Fast IPS panel — delivers excellent motion clarity with wide 178° viewing angles
- 260Hz overclock refresh rate — ultra-smooth gameplay for competitive esports gaming
- QHD resolution (2560 x 1440) at 109 PPI — sharp visuals with balanced GPU performance
- 0.3 ms (MPRT) response time — significantly reduces motion blur and ghosting
- DisplayHDR 400 and HDR10 support — improved HDR brightness and contrast performance
- 400 cd/m² brightness — bright enough for vivid SDR and entry-level HDR gaming
- 90% DCI-P3 wide color gamut — richer and more vibrant color reproduction
- AMD FreeSync Premium + NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible — tear-free gaming on both GPU platforms
- ELMB Sync technology — reduces blur while adaptive sync remains enabled
- Dual HDMI 2.0 + DisplayPort 1.4 connectivity — flexible support for PCs and consoles
- No height adjustment — limited ergonomic flexibility for long gaming sessions
- No swivel support — monitor angle adjustments are restricted
- No portrait pivot mode — unsuitable for vertical productivity workflows
- IPS contrast ratio (1000:1) — blacks appear weaker than OLED and Mini LED displays
- DisplayHDR 400 certification — lacks advanced local dimming for premium HDR quality
- HDMI ports limited to lower refresh rates compared to DisplayPort connectivity — verify whether this affects your specific use case before purchase
- No USB-C connectivity — missing modern laptop docking convenience
- Integrated 2W speakers — basic audio quality with limited bass and loudness
- W-LED backlight — cannot match OLED-level black depth and contrast
- No KVM switch or advanced productivity features for multi-device workflows — switching between two PCs requires a separate KVM switch
- 240Hz refresh rate + 1ms GtG + 0.5ms MPRT
- AMD FreeSync Premium
- 99% sRGB color coverage
- Very low power (40W max)
- Affordable 240Hz gaming monitor
- No height adjustment, pivot, or swivel — ergonomic positioning is limited to tilt only
- No USB hub or Ethernet — verify whether this affects your specific use case before purchase
- Full HD only — verify whether this affects your specific use case before purchase
- Lower contrast (1000:1) — verify whether this affects your specific use case before purchase
Dell SE2426HG at 240Hz versus 260Hz -- -20Hz more smoothness for fast-paced games. Competitive gaming sweet spot.
🏆 Dell SE2426HGAsus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F at QHD offers noticeably sharper text and more screen real estate than FHD -- a real advantage for long coding or document sessions.
🏆 Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5FColour accuracy depends on gamut coverage -- see the specification table for DCI-P3 and sRGB figures. Wide-gamut panels benefit photo editors and video colourists working in HDR workflows. Neither includes a factory calibration cert — colour-critical work may require professional calibration post-purchase.
🏆 Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5FBoth displays carry DisplayHDR 400 HDR10 HDR certification. When HDR tier is equal, contrast ratio determines multimedia image quality — Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F leads with 1,000:1 contrast.
🏆 Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 8.4/10★★★★★ |
7.2/10★★★★★ |
| Brand | Asus | Dell |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Basic Information | ||
| Brand | Asus | Dell |
| Model | TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F | SE2426HG |
| Series | TUF Gaming | SE |
| Model Alias | TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Display | ||
| Size Class | 27-inch | 23.8-inch |
| Panel Type ? | IPS | IPS |
| Curvature | -- | -- |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Pixel Density | 109 PPI | 92 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.233 mm | 0.311 mm |
| Display Area | 88.88 % | 91.46% |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Color Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) | 8-bit |
| Colors | 1073741824 colors | 16.7 Million |
| sRGB | 90 % DCI-P3 | - |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 90 % | - |
| HDR Support ? | DisplayHDR 400 HDR10 |
- |
| Brightness & Contrast | ||
| Brightness (Typical) | 400 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | - | - |
| Contrast | 1000 : 1 | 1,000:1 |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 260 Hz | 48Hz – 240Hz |
| Response Time | 0.3 ms (MPRT) | 1 ms (GtG) / 0.5 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive Sync ? | AMD FreeSync Premium NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible VESA AdaptiveSync Display 255 |
AMD FreeSync Premium |
| Display Technologies | ||
| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: IPS Backlight: W-LED Viewing Angles: 178° / 178° Response Time: 0.3 ms MPRT Coating: Anti-glare/Matte |
IPS panel with wide 178°/178° viewing angles W-LED backlight 99% sRGB color coverage 240Hz refresh + 1ms GtG / 0.5ms MPRT Anti-glare/Matte (3H) coating Flicker-free technology ComfortView Plus Low Blue Light |
| Camera | ||
| Camera | No | No |
| Audio | ||
| Audio | 2 x 2W speakers 3.5 mm Audio In 3.5 mm Audio Out |
1 × 3.5 mm Audio Out |
| Connectivity & Ports | ||
| Ports | 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A 2 x HDMI 2.0 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR3) 1 x 3.5 mm Audio In 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out |
2 × HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) 1 × DisplayPort 1.4 1 × 3.5 mm Audio Out HDCP 2.3 |
| Wireless | - | - |
| Ergonomics | ||
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm | 100 × 100 mm |
| Height Adjustment | No | No height adjustment |
| Pivot | No | No pivot |
| Swivel | No | No swivel |
| Tilt | 5° forward / 20° backward | -5° to +21° |
| Removable Stand | Yes | Yes |
| Gaming Features | ||
| Gaming Features | AMD FreeSync Premium Dynamic Crosshair Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync (ELMB Sync) GameFast Input GamePlus GameVisual NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible Variable Overdrive |
AMD FreeSync Premium 240Hz refresh rate 1ms GtG / 0.5ms MPRT |
| Smart & Software Features | ||
| Operating System | - | - |
| Smart Features | AI Visual Asus DisplayWidget Center Dynamic Shadow Boost ELMB Sync Flicker-free technology Low Blue Light technology |
AMD FreeSync Premium ComfortView Plus Dell Display Manager with Easy Arrange Flicker-free technology Low Blue Light Kensington security lock slot |
| Power Consumption | ||
| Voltage | 100V - 240V | 100–240V |
| Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz | 50/60Hz |
| Average Consumption | 26 W | 14W |
| Maximum Consumption | - | 40W |
| Standby | 0.5 W | 0.3W |
| Certificates | ||
| Certificates | TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified |
ENERGY STAR 8.0 EPEAT RoHS TCO Certified TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort - 3 star TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certified TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified |
| Design, Build & Dimensions | ||
| Without Stand Width | 614.9 mm | 538.84 mm |
| Without Stand Height | 366.5 mm | 412.3 mm |
| Without Stand Depth | 51 mm | 188 mm |
| Without Stand Weight | 4.2 kg | 3.36 kg |
| With Stand Width | 614.9 mm | 538.84 mm |
| With Stand Height | 455 mm | 317.05 mm |
| With Stand Depth | 213.8 mm | 47.2 mm |
| With Stand Weight | 5 kg | 2.72 kg |
| Color | Black | Black |
| Operating Conditions | ||
| Temperature | 0°C - 40°C | 0°C – 40°C |
| Humidity | -20°C - 60°C | 10% – 80% |
Both displays use IPS panel technology, so panel-level contrast and viewing angles are comparable. The differences come down to calibration, brightness, and HDR tier.
Refresh rate is the headline gaming spec. Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F runs at 260Hz versus 240Hz on Dell SE2426HG -- a 20Hz gap. 240Hz+ is the sweet spot for competitive play -- frames arrive every 4ms, producing motion that feels completely fluid even in chaotic shooters.On response time: Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F (0.3 ms (MPRT)) (backlight strobe) versus Dell SE2426HG (1 ms (GtG) / 0.5 ms (MPRT)). Note: GtG (gray-to-gray) measures actual pixel switching speed, while MPRT (Moving Picture Response Time) measures backlight strobe duration -- these are different technologies and not directly comparable. VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) eliminates screen tearing by syncing the monitor to your GPU's frame output. Both monitors support adaptive sync: Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F with AMD FreeSync Premium NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible VESA AdaptiveSync Display 255, and Dell SE2426HG with AMD FreeSync Premium.
Only Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F carries an HDR certification (DisplayHDR 400 HDR10). HDR certification not disclosed for Dell SE2426HG -- assume SDR-only unless confirmed by the manufacturer.
Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F at QHD gives noticeably sharper text than FHD -- more pixels per inch means finer fonts and crisper UI at close desk distances. Dell SE2426HG has a more adjustable stand (height, pivot) -- important for reducing neck and eye strain during long work sessions. Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F offers more limited positioning.
These two monitors have different resolution targets, so GPU requirements differ. Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F at QHD (1440p) and 260Hz demands more GPU headroom than Dell SE2426HG at FHD (1080p) and 240Hz. GPU tiers below cover both monitors.
Dell SE2426HG has a significantly richer connectivity package. Key advantages: HDMI 2.1 -- supports PS5/Xbox Series X at 4K 120Hz natively. The Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F covers standard display inputs but lacks these hub and convenience features -- if you work at a desk and connect a laptop daily, this gap matters considerably.
Connectivity score methodology: USB-C Power Delivery (2 pts) · USB hub ports (2 pts) · Ethernet (1 pt) · HDMI 2.1 (1 pt) · KVM switch (2 pts) · Thunderbolt (2 pts). Higher score = more complete connectivity package. Ties broken in favour of USB-C power delivery.
For all-day use, stand flexibility matters as much as panel quality. Dell SE2426HG offers more ergonomic adjustment options, letting you position the screen to reduce neck and shoulder strain. Height adjustment is the most important feature -- it lets you align the screen to eye level without using books or risers. Pivot rotation allows portrait mode, useful for coding or reading long documents. The Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F offers more limited stand adjustment -- a monitor arm can compensate if ergonomics are a priority.
Use our free screen size comparison tool, PPI calculator, and power consumption calculator to go deeper than spec numbers alone. These display comparison tools help you accurately compare monitors and TVs beyond what a spec table shows -- from physical dimensions to real-world electricity costs.
Bottom line: For most buyers, the Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F is the stronger choice, leading on QHD resolution, 903% sRGB colour accuracy. The Dell SE2426HG is worth considering if cost is the deciding factor or if its specific connectivity or form factor better matches your desk setup. Check the use-case categories above to see which display wins for your primary activity.
Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F vs Dell SE2426HG: What Actually Matters
On paper, Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F and Dell SE2426HG share several headline specs -- but the differences that matter emerge when you look at panel characteristics, factory calibration, and ergonomic flexibility rather than just the spec sheet totals.
On the sharpness question: QHD resolution on the Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F renders noticeably crisper text and finer detail than Full HD -- particularly visible on a 27-inch panel where pixel density directly affects how clean fonts and fine UI elements look at normal viewing distances. The trade-off is GPU demand; pushing QHD at high refresh rates requires meaningfully more graphics horsepower.
Strengths Worth Knowing
The Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F stands out for fast ips panel — delivers excellent motion clarity with wide 178° viewing angles and 260hz overclock refresh rate — ultra-smooth gameplay for competitive esports gaming. The main compromise: no height adjustment — limited ergonomic flexibility for long gaming sessions.
The Dell SE2426HG stands out for 240hz refresh rate + 1ms gtg + 0.5ms mprt and amd freesync premium. The main compromise: no height adjustment, pivot, or swivel.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
For gaming, the Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F has the edge thanks to its 260Hz maximum refresh rate. Higher refresh rates produce smoother motion and reduce perceived input lag -- critical advantages in competitive shooters and action titles. If both share the same Hz, compare response time in the spec table above.
Both the Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F and Dell SE2426HG use IPS -- the differences lie in resolution: QHD versus 1080p. Resolution affects pixel sharpness, screen real estate, and the GPU horsepower needed to run games at full Hz.
The Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F runs at QHD versus 1080p on the other. QHD resolution means more pixels per inch -- sharper detail in games and more screen real estate for multitasking. The trade-off is that QHD gaming requires more GPU or console horsepower to maintain high frame rates. If you are on a mid-range setup, 1080p will achieve higher, smoother frame rates more easily.
For all-day productivity work -- documents, spreadsheets, coding, and content creation -- resolution and panel colour accuracy matter most. The Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F is the stronger daily driver based on overall specification score. For long hours, also look for a model with flicker-free backlight and low blue-light mode -- check the spec table above for those details.
The Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQME5F is the stronger all-round choice based on its overall score of 4.2/5. That said, if your priority is specifically competitive gaming at the highest possible refresh rate, see the Quick Answer section at the top of this page for use-case-specific recommendations. The Dell SE2426HG is not a bad choice -- it simply trails on overall specification weight, which may not reflect the single spec most important to your setup.
IPS (In-Plane Switching) panels are the most common in quality monitors -- they offer wide viewing angles and accurate colour reproduction, making them ideal for design work, general use, and brightly lit rooms. VA (Vertical Alignment) panels have a higher native contrast ratio, producing deeper blacks, which benefits dark-room gaming and movie watching. OLED panels work differently: each pixel emits its own light, enabling true blacks, near-infinite contrast, and perfect viewing angles -- at the cost of higher price and some burn-in risk with static content.
For non-gaming use -- web browsing, documents, video calls -- 60Hz to 75Hz is completely adequate and you will not feel the difference from a 144Hz or 240Hz panel. Where higher refresh rates genuinely improve the experience beyond gaming is in cursor smoothness during scrolling and desktop navigation, which some users appreciate. In short: the step from 60Hz to 75Hz has minimal benefit; the step from 60Hz to 144Hz is noticeable but not essential for productivity.
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