RATED
Great
7.2/10
27″ Asus ROG Strix XG279CNS – Specs & Features
Esports players who care about every millisecond are the target of the Asus ROG Strix XG279CNS.
Asus●Monitor
Display
27 in, IPS, 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p
27
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 380 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
400 cd/m²
400 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Overview
Esports players who care about every millisecond are the target of the Asus ROG Strix XG279CNS. Its 27-inch IPS panel keeps resolution at 1920 × 1080, and in exchange it reaches 360 Hz natively and 380 Hz when overclocked, with a 1 ms response. Brightness is 400 nits typical and peak, with HDR 400 certification. Connections are one HDMI 2.1, one DisplayPort 1.4 and a USB-C port with 7.5 W. The stand raises 120 mm, and the monitor weighs 6.5 kg.
- 27-inch IPS, 1920 × 1080, 360 Hz
- 380 Hz overclocked, 1 ms response
- 400 nits typical and peak, HDR 400
- USB-C, DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1
- 120 mm stand, 6.5 kg weight
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Native 360 Hz refresh keeps motion clear
- Brightness holds steady at 400 nits
- Stand lifts 120 mm for a proper eye line
- Overclocking adds a further 380 Hz mode
- HDR 400 certification adds highlight punch
Cons
- USB-C power is a token 7.5 W
- A solitary HDMI port fills up quickly
- Sharpness suffers at 1080p across 27 inches
- Silent panel means external audio is required
Score & Ratings
7.2/10
Great
Model Information
12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Series | ROG Strix |
| Model | ROG Strix XG279CNS |
| Full Product Name | ASUS ROG Strix XG279CNS |
| 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 |
| Burn-In Warranty | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
Display & Panel
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 684.66 mm (26.96 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 596.736 mm (23.49 in) |
| Active Display Height | 335.664 mm (13.22 in) |
| Display Area | 88.95 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) |
27" Display Size (68.6 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p |
| Pixel Density | 81 ppi / 32 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.311 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
Picture Quality & Color
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors / 24 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| HDR Support | Display / HDR 400 / HDR |
| sRGB Coverage | 110 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95% |
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
12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 360 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 380 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 1 ms |
| MPRT Response Time | 0.3 ms (MPRT) |
| AMD FreeSync | Premium |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Compatible |
| Motion Blur Reduction | ELMB Sync |
| Shadow Boost | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| Dynamic Crosshair | Yes |
| AI Gaming Features |
|
| GameVisual | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 27 kHz - 404 kHz |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Bandwidth | HBR3 |
| USB-C Video Input | 1× USB-C |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 7.5 W |
| 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
14
| 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 | 20 ° / Cable management / 1 / 4" Tripod Socket |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 45 ° |
| Right Swivel | 45 ° |
| Portrait Mode | No |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 614.1 mm x 390.3 mm x 218.8 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 614.1 mm x 366.7 mm x 65.8 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.5 kg (14.33 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 3.9 kg (8.6 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 218.8 mm (8.61 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions 13
| 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 | 20 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 10 % - 85 % |
| Operating Altitude | 5000 m / 16404.2 ft |
| Storage Temperature | -25 °C - 55 °C / -13 °F - 131 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 5 % - 93 % |
| Storage Altitude | 12192 m / 40000 ft |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Desktop Control Software | Yes |
| Monitor Management Software | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | Yes |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| VESA DisplayHDR | Display / HDR 400 |
| VESA AdaptiveSync | Display 380Hz |
Included Accessories
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 828 mm x 476 mm x 176 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Weight | 9 kg (19.84 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₹0.36
Monthly₹10.80
Annually₹131
Draws less power than 92% of the 701 comparable displays we track.