
27″ Asus PA27UCGE – Specs & Features
Content creators who edit on a fast PC might appreciate the Asus ProArt PA27UCGE, which joins professional colour with a 160 Hz refresh rate.
Overview
Content creators who edit on a fast PC might appreciate the Asus ProArt PA27UCGE, which joins professional colour with a 160 Hz refresh rate. The 27-inch IPS panel runs 3840 × 2160 at 163 ppi, covers 99% of DCI-P3 and 100% of sRGB, and holds VESA DisplayHDR 600 with a 600 nit peak. Two HDMI 2.1 ports and DisplayPort 1.4 handle sources, USB-C supplies 96 W, and a KVM switch shares peripherals. The stand raises 120 mm, and the monitor weighs 6.4 kg.
- 27-inch IPS, 3840 × 2160, 163 ppi
- 160 Hz refresh, DisplayHDR 600 certified
- 99% DCI-P3, 100% sRGB, 10-bit
- DisplayPort 1.4 inputs, HDMI 2.1 ×2
- KVM, 2 USB-A, USB-C 96 W
Pros & Cons
- Unusual pairing of 160 Hz and creator colour
- Peak brightness of 600 nits suits HDR
- HDMI 2.1 inputs welcome current consoles
- Charges a laptop over USB-C quickly
- Light 6.4 kg body mounts easily
- Blacks look merely average at 1000:1
- No local dimming behind the HDR claim
- Two USB-A ports for accessories only
- Only 600 nits peak under DisplayHDR 600
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Series | ProArt |
| Model | PA27UCGE |
| Model Alias | ProArt Display PA27UCGE |
| Full Product Name | ASUS ProArt PA27UCGE |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Monitor Type | Professional / Creator Monitor |
| Market Position | Professional / Creator |
| Primary Use | Content Creation, Design & Color-Critical Work |
| Launch Status | 2025 |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 3 years (36 months) standard limited warranty from date of purchase |
| Burn-In Warranty | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 684.7 mm (26.96 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 596.16 mm (23.47 in) |
| Active Display Height | 335.34 mm (13.20 in) |
| Display Area | 85.73 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | IPS (AU Optronics) |
| Panel Manufacturer | AU Optronics |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) |
27" Display Size (68.6 cm) 16:9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p |
| Pixel Density | 163 ppi / 64 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.155 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 600 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| HDR Support | Display / HDR 600 |
| sRGB Coverage | 100% |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 99% |
| Hardware Calibration | Yes |
| Gamma Adjustment | Yes |
| Color Adjustment | Yes |
| Colorimeter Support | Yes |
Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 160 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 160 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 5 ms |
| Adaptive-Sync | VESA AdaptiveSync |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 31 kHz - 373 kHz |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | Yes |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| USB-C Data Speed | 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 96 W |
| USB-A Ports |
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| KVM Switch | Yes |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ports & Connections
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 2 W |
| Built-In Camera | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 120 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 120 mm (4.72 in) |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 23 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 30 ° |
| Right Swivel | 30 ° |
| Left Pivot | 90 ° |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° |
| Portrait Mode | Yes |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 612.4 mm x 454.7 mm x 201.8 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 612.4 mm x 380.8 mm x 47.6 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.4 kg (14.11 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 4.5 kg (9.92 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 201.8 mm (7.94 in) |
| RGB Lighting | Yes |
Power & Operating Conditions 6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 110 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Power Consumption | 27 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes |
| Desktop Control Software | Yes |
| Monitor Management Software | Yes |
| Screen Split | Yes |
| Multiple HDR Modes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | Yes |
| EPEAT | Yes |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| VESA DisplayHDR | Display / HDR 600 |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI Ultra High-Speed Cable |
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
| USB-C Cable | USB Type-C to Type-A cable |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 780 mm x 492 mm x 140 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Weight | 10.6 kg (23.37 lbs) |
Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Draws more power than 55% of the 701 comparable displays we track.
