RATED
Great
8.4/10
26.5″ Asus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMES – Specs & Features
The Asus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMES is a 26.5-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor running 2560 × 1440 at up to 240 Hz.
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Display
26.5 in, QD-OLED, 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p
26.5
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 240 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
200 cd/m²
200 cd
Contrast Ratio
1500000 : 1
1500000
Overview
The Asus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMES is a 26.5-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor running 2560 × 1440 at up to 240 Hz. It offers 110 ppi pixel density, 200 nits typical brightness (400 nits peak) and 99% DCI-P3 coverage. Variable refresh covers 48–240 Hz, quotes 0.03 ms response and supports FreeSync Premium and G-Sync. Inputs include 2× HDMI 2.1 and 1× DisplayPort 1.4. The stand offers 110 mm of height adjustment, swivel and pivot. There are no speakers, and it weighs 6.8 kg with the stand. It suits players who want OLED contrast with very fast response. The main trade-off: 200 nits typical SDR brightness is lower than many LCD rivals.
- 26.5-inch QD-OLED, 2560 × 1440 at 110 ppi
- 48–240 Hz, 0.03 ms response, FreeSync Premium and G-Sync
- 200 nits (400 peak), near-infinite OLED contrast, 99% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR 400 True Black
- 2× HDMI 2.1, 1× DisplayPort 1.4
- 110 mm height, swivel, pivot, no speakers, 6.8 kg
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 240 Hz refresh delivers top-tier motion clarity for competitive play
- 0.03 ms response leaves very little pixel blur in motion
- QD-OLED panel gives per-pixel black levels and strong contrast
- Stand offers 110 mm height, swivel and pivot adjustment
- 99% DCI-P3 coverage suits colour-sensitive work
Cons
- 200 nits typical SDR brightness is lower than many LCD rivals
- OLED carries burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- No built-in speakers, so headphones or external audio are needed
Score & Ratings
8.4/10
Great
Model Information
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Series | ROG Strix |
| Model | ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMES |
| Full Product Name | ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMES |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | Upper-Mid to High-End Gaming |
| Primary Use | Competitive & Immersive Gaming |
| Launch Status | 2025 |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 3 years (36 months) standard limited warranty from date of purchase |
| Panel Warranty | 3 years |
| Burn-In Warranty | 3 years (36 months) OLED panel burn-in coverage on most models |
Display & Panel
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 26.5 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 678.2 mm (26.70 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 590.42 mm (23.24 in) |
| Active Display Height | 333.72 mm (13.14 in) |
| Display Area | 87.16 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED (Samsung) |
| Panel Technology | OLED |
| Panel Manufacturer | Samsung |
| OLED Technology | QD-OLED |
| Backlight Type | Self-emissive (no backlight — OLED) |
| Self-Emissive Display | Yes |
| Quantum Dot | Yes |
| 3D Support | No |
26.5" Display Size (67.3 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p |
| Pixel Density | 110 ppi / 43 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.229 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
Picture Quality & Color
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 200 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1500000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| HDR Support |
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| HDR10 | Yes |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 99% |
| Gamma Adjustment | Yes |
| Color Adjustment | Yes |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
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Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 240 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 240 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 0.03 ms |
| AMD FreeSync | Premium |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Compatible |
| Motion Blur Reduction | ELMB |
| Shadow Boost | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| Dynamic Crosshair | Yes |
| FPS Counter | Yes |
| AI Gaming Features |
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| GameFast Input | Yes |
| GameVisual | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 30 kHz - 410 kHz |
| HDMI FRL | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| Display Stream Compression | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ports & Connections
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
16
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 110 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 110 mm (4.33 in) |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° / 1 / 4" Tripod Socket |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 45 ° |
| Right Swivel | 45 ° |
| Left Pivot | 90 ° |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° |
| Portrait Mode | Yes |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 611 mm x 393 mm x 188 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 611 mm x 370 mm x 69 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.8 kg (14.99 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 188 mm (7.40 in) |
| RGB Lighting | Yes |
Power & Operating Conditions 9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Power Consumption | 25 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C / -4 °F - 140 °F |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Proximity Sensor | Yes |
| OLED Protection | Yes |
| OLED Care | Yes |
| Burn-In Protection | Yes (ASUS OLED Care / OLED Care Pro) |
| Custom Heatsink | Yes |
| Desktop Control Software | Yes |
| Monitor Management Software | Yes |
| Aura Sync | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| VESA DisplayHDR | Display / HDR 400 True Black |
| VESA AdaptiveSync | Display 240 Hz |
Included Accessories
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable |
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 780 mm x 470 mm x 186 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Weight | 8.9 kg (19.62 lbs) |
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Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Daily₹4.80
Monthly₹144
Annually₹1,752
Draws more power than 100% of the 701 comparable displays we track.