Display
27-inch, IPS, 3840 x 2160 pixels
27
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 160 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
350 cd/m²
350 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Overview
Asus sells two similar 27-inch 4K ROG Strix panels, and the differences are small but decisive. The XG27UCSR runs 160 Hz where the XG27UCGR reaches 162, and it drops to 1000:1 contrast against the UCGR's 1300:1 and a 500 cd/m2 peak against 600. What it keeps is what matters most: 163 PPI 4K sharpness, a 1 ms response, certification for both FreeSync Premium and G-Sync Compatible, HDMI 2.1 at FRL bandwidth, and an unusually good stand with a full pivot and +/-45 degree swivel. Like its sibling the USB-C carries only 15 W and there are no speakers. Choose on price, because the panels are close.
BrandAsusPanel TypeIPSResolution3840 x 2160Refresh Rate48-160 Hz
Key Highlights
- 4K at 160 Hz with 163 PPI sharpness
- Full pivot with +/-45 degree swivel and 110 mm of height
- HDMI 2.1 at FRL bandwidth for consoles
- Both FreeSync Premium and G-Sync Compatible certified
- Light at 3.85 kg without the stand, 25 W average draw
Who Should Buy the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCSR
+ Best For
Sharp high-refresh gaming
4K at 160 Hz and 163 PPI
Ergonomic desks
a full pivot on a gaming monitor
Console owners
HDMI 2.1 at FRL bandwidth
Either GPU brand
FreeSync Premium and G-Sync Compatible
× Not Ideal For
Dark-room play
1000:1 contrast is the panel's weakness
HDR
DisplayHDR 400 with a 500 cd/m2 peak
Laptop docking
USB-C carries video but only 15 W
Desks without speakers
none are built in
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48-160 Hz
high refresh at full 4K
Response Time
1 ms
quick for IPS, with ELMB available
Brightness
350 cd/m2 typical / 500 peak
fine indoors
Contrast
1000:1
standard IPS; the sibling XG27UCGR does better at 1300:1
Colour Gamut
95% DCI-P3, 130% sRGB
wide and accurate
HDR
DisplayHDR 400 / HDR10
the entry tier
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate160 Hzhigh refresh at 3840 x 2160
Response Time1 mswith Extreme Low Motion Blur
VRR / Adaptive SyncFreeSync Premium + G-Sync Compatibletear-free on both brands
GPU Requirementa strong card for 4K high-fps; upscaling helps
HDR & Brightness Reality
DisplayHDR 400 with a 500 cd/m2 peak gives 150 nits of headroom above the 350 cd/m2 typical - technically something, practically not much. There is no local dimming. Interestingly the sibling XG27UCGR carries the same badge but reaches 600 cd/m2 and 1300:1, so if HDR matters at all, that one is the better buy. Here, treat 4K sharpness and 160 Hz as the product and HDR as a checkbox.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI1 x HDMI 2.1 (FRL)full-bandwidth console gaming
DisplayPortDisplayPort inputthe connection for the full 160 Hz
USB-C1 x USB-C, 15 W, DP Alt Modevideo only - it will not charge a laptop
USB HubUSB-A downstreamfor peripherals
Audio Out3.5 mmno built-in speakers
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint27-inch 16:9, 615 mm wide5.97 kg with the stand
StandIncluded, removable3.85 kg panel alone
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmstandard arm fit
Tilt-5 to +20 degreesa comfortable range
Height Adjust110 mmgood travel
Swivel / PivotSwivel +/-45 degrees, pivot supportedfull portrait rotation
Real-World Use Cases
160 Hz with a 1 ms response
a full pivot with +/-45 degree swivel
HDMI 2.1 at FRL bandwidth
163 PPI keeps text crisp between sessions
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 4K at 160 Hz with 163 PPI
- Full pivot and +/-45 degree swivel
- HDMI 2.1 at FRL bandwidth
- FreeSync Premium and G-Sync Compatible
- Only 3.85 kg without the stand
Cons
- 1000:1 contrast worse than its own sibling
- USB-C is 15 W only
- DisplayHDR 400 with a 500 cd/m2 peak
- No speakers
Score & Ratings
7.4/10
Great
Basic Information
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Asus |
| Model | ROG Strix XG27UCSR |
| Series | ROG Strix |
| Model Alias | ROG Strix XG27UCSR |
| Model Year | 2026 |
Display
8
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Size Class | 27-inch | |
| Panel Type | IPS | |
| Curvature | Not specified | |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels | 4K UHD at 27 inches - 163 PPI, as sharp as a dedicated office panel. |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 | |
| Pixel Density | 163 PPI | |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.155 mm | |
| Display Area | 88.75 % |
Color & HDR
5
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Color Depth | 10 bits | |
| Colors | 1073741824 colors | |
| sRGB | 130 % | |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95 % | |
| HDR Support | DisplayHDR 400HDR10 |
DisplayHDR 400 - the entry tier, with little brightness behind it. |
Brightness & Contrast
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness (Typical) | 350 cd/m² | |
| Peak Brightness | 500 cd/m² | 500 cd/m2 - modest headroom above the 350 cd/m2 typical. |
| Contrast | 1000 : 1 | 1000:1 - standard IPS; the sibling XG27UCGR manages 1300:1. |
Performance
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 160 Hz | 48-160 Hz - high refresh at full 4K. |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1 ms - quick for an IPS gaming panel. |
| Adaptive Sync | Adaptive-Sync technologyAMD FreeSync PremiumNVIDIA G-Sync Compatible |
Display Technologies
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: IPSBacklight: W-LEDViewing Angles: 178° / 178°Response Time: 1 msCoating: Anti-glare/Matte |
Camera
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Camera | No |
Audio
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Audio | No built-in speakers |
Connectivity & Ports
2
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1× USB 3.2 (Type-C · upstream · 15W · DP Alt Mode)1× HDMI 2.1 (FRL)1× DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR3)1× 3.5 mm Audio OutSmart TVsmonitors |
HDMI 2.1 at FRL plus USB-C at 15 W - console-ready, not a laptop dock. |
Ergonomics
6
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm | |
| Height Adjustment | 110 mm | |
| Pivot | Yes | Supported - full portrait rotation, rare on a gaming monitor. |
| Swivel | ±45° | +/-45 degrees - a wider turn than most. |
| Tilt | -5° to +20° | |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
Gaming Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Gaming Features | Adaptive-Sync technologyAMD FreeSync PremiumDynamic CrosshairDynamic Shadow BoostExtreme Low Motion Blur Sync (ELMB Sync)GameFast InputGamePlusGameVisualNVIDIA G-Sync CompatibleVariable Overdrive 2.0VESA AdaptiveSync Display 160HzVESA AdaptiveSync Display 324Hz |
Smart & Software Features
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Not specified |
| Smart Features | Aspect ControlAsus Display Widget CenterAsus Smart Pixel technologyColor Temperature Selection (8 modes)Fast IPSFlicker-free technologyFrame Rate Boost HotkeyGaming AIGamma AdjustmentLow Blue LightMultiple HDR Mode |
Power Consumption
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 100 V - 120 V / 220 V - 240 V |
| Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Consumption | 25 W |
| Standby | 0.5 W |
Certificates
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Certificates | FCCRoHSTÜV Rheinland Flicker-free CertifiedTÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified |
Design, Build & Dimensions
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Without Stand Width | 614.8 mm |
| Without Stand Height | 367.1 mm |
| Without Stand Depth | 63 mm |
| Without Stand Weight | 3.85 kg |
| With Stand Width | 614.8 mm |
| With Stand Height | 403.4 mm |
| With Stand Depth | 188.7 mm |
| With Stand Weight | 5.97 kg |
| Color | Black |
Operating Conditions
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 How does this differ from the XG27UCGR? +
Small margins, all favouring the UCGR: 162 Hz against 160, 1300:1 contrast against 1000:1, and a 600 cd/m2 peak against 500. Same 163 PPI 4K panel, same pivot, same 15 W USB-C. Buy whichever is cheaper unless contrast matters to you.
02 Is 1000:1 contrast a dealbreaker? +
It depends what you play. In lit rooms and bright games you will not notice; in dark atmospheric titles, blacks look grey. This is the standard IPS compromise and the reason OLED panels cost more.
03 What does the 15 W USB-C actually do? +
It carries video via DP Alt Mode and a little power for accessories - not enough to charge a laptop. If single-cable laptop use matters, this is not the monitor.
04 Does the pivot work well on a gaming panel? +
It is genuinely useful and rare. Combined with +/-45 degrees of swivel and 110 mm of height, the stand is better than most gaming monitors offer - useful if you also code or read.
05 Is 4K at 160 Hz achievable? +
With a strong card and upscaling, yes in most titles. Native 4K at 160 fps in demanding games remains a flagship-GPU proposition.
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