Display
26.5-inch, QD-OLED, 3840 x 2160 pixels
26.5
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 240 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
250 cd/m²
250 cd
Contrast Ratio
1500000 : 1
1500000
Overview
Uncompromising speed defines the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM, a 26.5-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor that switches between 4K at 240 Hz and Full HD at 480 Hz on demand. Its Samsung QD-OLED panel delivers 165 PPI, 99% DCI-P3 and true per-pixel blacks, while 0.03 ms GtG response and both FreeSync Premium Pro and G-Sync Compatible certification keep motion clean whichever GPU is driving it. DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20) and HDMI 2.1 carry the full 240 Hz signal without compression, and a 90 W USB-C port turns it into a single-cable laptop dock alongside three USB-A ports. Its case for skipping it is narrow: no speakers, no camera, and DisplayHDR 400 True Black is a modest peak-brightness tier for a panel this capable elsewhere. Buy it if dual-mode 4K/240Hz and FHD/480Hz speed on one screen matters more than built-in audio or blazing HDR highlights.
BrandAsusPanel TypeQD-OLEDResolution3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)Refresh Rate48 Hz - 240 Hz (dual mode to 480 Hz at FHD)
Key Highlights
- Dual-mode panel switches between native 4K at 240 Hz and Full HD at 480 Hz
- 0.03 ms GtG response time - among the fastest pixel transitions published on any monitor
- Both AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible certified
- DisplayPort 2.1 with UHBR20 bandwidth carries 4K at 240 Hz uncompressed
- 90 W USB-C powers a laptop through the same cable that carries video and data
Who Should Buy the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM
+ Best For
Competitive and single-player gaming at the highest achievable frame rates
Buyers who want one screen for both 4K visual work and 480 Hz esports play
Single-cable laptop setups needing real 90 W charging
× Not Ideal For
Anyone who wants built-in speakers
none are fitted
HDR viewers chasing very high peak brightness
DisplayHDR 400 True Black is a modest tier for this panel class
Budget buyers
QD-OLED at this refresh rate carries a premium price
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48-240 Hz, switchable to 480 Hz at FHD
genuinely dual-purpose for 4K detail and esports speed
Response Time
0.03 ms (GtG)
among the fastest published figures on any gaming monitor
Brightness
250 cd/m2 typical, 1000 cd/m2 peak
strong for SDR, a modest ceiling for HDR highlights
Contrast
Native OLED blacks
per-pixel dimming makes the published 1,500,000:1 figure largely academic - blacks are simply off
Colour Gamut
99% DCI-P3, 130% sRGB
wide enough for colour-aware creative work, not just gaming
HDR
DisplayHDR 400 True Black, HDR10, Dolby Vision
broad format support, but the True Black 400 tier caps how intense highlights get
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate48-240 Hz at 4K, 480 Hz at FHDa genuinely dual-purpose ceiling few monitors offer
Response Time0.03 ms (GtG)OLED-class, effectively eliminates motion blur
VRR / Adaptive SyncFreeSync Premium Pro and G-Sync Compatibletear-free on AMD or NVIDIA GPUs alike
GPU Requirementa genuinely high-end GPU is needed to push 4K at 240 Hz; the 480 Hz FHD mode is far easier to sustain
HDR & Brightness Reality
DisplayHDR 400 True Black is the certification here, and on an OLED panel the "True Black" designation matters more than the 400 number: it confirms near-zero black levels rather than judging HDR purely on peak brightness. At 1000 cd/m2 peak, highlights are respectable but well short of what mini-LED or higher OLED tiers (like DisplayHDR 1000) can hit. HDR10 and Dolby Vision are both supported for format compatibility with the widest range of streaming and gaming HDR content. In practice this means excellent contrast in dark scenes - true blacks next to bright highlights - but it will not deliver the blinding specular highlights a brighter panel can.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI2 x HDMI 2.1 (FRL 48 Gbps)full-bandwidth 4K at high refresh from consoles or a second GPU output
DisplayPort1 x DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20, 80 Gbps)the connection needed for uncompressed 4K at 240 Hz
USB-C90 W upstream with DP Alt Modea real single-cable laptop dock, not just a data port
USB Hub3 x USB-A downstreamenough for a keyboard, mouse and peripheral without an external hub
Audio Out3.5 mmno built-in speakers, so a headset or external speakers are required
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint26.5-incha compact footprint for a 4K panel, easier to fit on a standard desk than 32-inch UHD monitors
Stand110 mm height adjustment, full pivot and swivelgenuinely flexible positioning, not just tilt
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmstandard pattern for arm or wall mounting if preferred over the bundled stand
Tilt-5 deg to +20 degwide enough range for most seating positions
Real-World Use Cases
Switch to the 480 Hz FHD mode for the fastest possible response in fast-paced shooters
Native 3840x2160 at up to 240 Hz for detail-rich, high-refresh AAA titles
99% DCI-P3 and 10-bit colour suit photo and video editing alongside gaming
90 W USB-C with DP Alt Mode replaces a separate charger and video cable
Dual HDMI 2.1 ports support current-generation consoles at full 4K/120Hz or higher
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Genuinely dual-purpose: native 4K detail and 480 Hz esports speed on one panel
- 0.03 ms response time, among the fastest published on any monitor
- Both FreeSync Premium Pro and G-Sync Compatible certified
- 90 W USB-C doubles as a real laptop dock
- 99% DCI-P3 colour coverage suits creative work alongside gaming
Cons
- No built-in speakers
- DisplayHDR 400 True Black caps peak brightness below higher HDR tiers
- No camera
- Premium QD-OLED pricing versus standard IPS or VA gaming monitors
Score & Ratings
8.8/10
Great
Basic Information
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Asus |
| Model | ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM |
| Series | ROG Swift |
| Model Alias | ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM |
| Model Year | 2026 |
Display
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Size Class | 26.5 in |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Pixel Density | 165 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.155 mm |
| Display Area | 87.84% |
Color & HDR
5
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Color Depth | 10 bits | |
| Colors | 1073741824 colors | |
| sRGB | 130% | |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 99% | 99% - wide enough that this panel suits colour-conscious creative work, not just gaming, without a dedicated colour-grading monitor. |
| HDR Support | DisplayHDR 400 True BlackDolby VisionHDR10 |
DisplayHDR 400 True Black, HDR10, Dolby Vision - the True Black tier confirms genuine OLED blacks but caps peak brightness lower than higher HDR tiers; format support is broad even if brightness headroom is modest. |
Brightness & Contrast
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness (Typical) | 250 cd/m² | |
| Peak Brightness | 1000 cd/m² | |
| Contrast | 1500000 : 1 | 1,500,000 : 1 - a marketing figure typical of OLED panels with true per-pixel blacks; in practice the panel simply turns off dark pixels entirely, so real-world contrast is effectively unlimited rather than a meaningful ratio to compare against LCDs. |
Performance
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 240 Hz (4K); up to 480 Hz in FHD dual mode | 48 Hz - 240 Hz, switchable to 480 Hz at FHD - this dual-mode design is the PG27UCWM's core selling point, giving genuine 4K detail and genuine esports-tier speed on the same panel. |
| Response Time | 0.03 ms (GtG) | 0.03 ms (GtG) - an OLED-class figure that all but eliminates pixel-transition blur; the practical benefit shows most at the highest refresh rates. |
| Adaptive Sync | AMD FreeSync Premium ProNVIDIA G-Sync Compatible |
Display Technologies
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: QD-OLEDBacklight: Self-emissiveViewing Angles: 178° / 178°Response Time: 0.03 msCoating: Glossy |
Camera
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Camera | No |
Audio
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|
Connectivity & Ports
2
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1× USB 3.2 (Type-C · Gen 1 · 5 Gbps · upstream · 90W · DP Alt Mode)3× USB 3.2 (Type-A · Gen 1 · 5 Gbps · downstream)2× HDMI 2.1 (FRL 48 Gbps)1× DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20, 80 Gbps)1× 3.5 mm Audio OutHDCP 2.2 |
DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20) - this is the connection required to carry 4K at 240 Hz without chroma subsampling; older DisplayPort 1.4 could not carry this bandwidth uncompressed. |
Ergonomics
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| Height Adjustment | 110 mm |
| Pivot | ±90° |
| Swivel | ±30° |
| Tilt | -5° to +20° |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
Gaming Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Gaming Features | AMD FreeSync Premium ProNVIDIA G-Sync CompatibleExtreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB)GameFast InputDynamic CrosshairDynamic Shadow BoostVESA AdaptiveSync Display 240HzClear Pixel EdgeNeo Proximity SensorGaNFET technologyMultiple HDR ModeCustom Heatsink |
Smart & Software Features
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Smart Features | AI VisualAsus DisplayWidget CenterAsus OLED Care ProAura SyncColor Calibration E-reportGameVisualLow Blue LightFlicker-free technologyKVM SwitchPicture-by-PicturePicture-in-PictureUniform Brightness |
Power Consumption
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 100 V - 120 V / 220 V - 240 V |
| Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Consumption | 50W |
| Standby | 0.5W |
Certificates
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Certificates | TÜV Rheinland Flicker-freeTÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) |
Design, Build & Dimensions
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Without Stand Width | 606 mm |
| Without Stand Height | 369 mm |
| Without Stand Depth | 63 mm |
| Without Stand Weight | 5.4 kg |
| With Stand Width | 606 mm |
| With Stand Height | 438 mm |
| With Stand Depth | 256 mm |
| With Stand Weight | 8.1 kg |
| Color | Black |
Operating Conditions
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 0°C – 40°C |
| Humidity | 20% – 80% |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Can the PG27UCWM really run at both 4K and 480 Hz? +
✓ Yes - it is a dual-mode panel. Native mode is 3840x2160 up to 240 Hz; switching to a lower-resolution mode unlocks up to 480 Hz for competitive play.
02 Does the 0.03 ms response time mean zero motion blur? +
It means the panel is effectively as fast as OLED technology gets - motion blur from pixel transition is practically eliminated, though other factors like sample-and-hold can still affect perceived clarity.
03 Is DisplayHDR 400 True Black a weak HDR certification? +
Not a weak one, but a modest peak-brightness tier - the "True Black" designation reflects the OLED panel's genuine per-pixel black levels rather than brightness. Highlights will not be as intense as a higher-tier HDR mini-LED display.
04 Does the USB-C port actually charge a laptop? +
✓ Yes - it delivers 90 W of Power Delivery alongside DisplayPort Alt Mode video, so a single cable can carry both power and picture from a compatible laptop.
05 Does this monitor have built-in speakers? +
No - there are no built-in speakers, only a 3.5 mm audio output for headphones or external speakers.
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