27″ Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR – Full Specifications
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At a glance
The Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR is a 27-inch 4K UHD Monitor designed for gaming. It features a IPS panel for accurate colours and wide viewing angles. The Monitor is suitable for gaming and fast-paced content and includes 48 Hz - 162 Hz refresh rate and DisplayPort/USB-C connectivity. However, it may not be ideal for blacks appear grey in dark environments compared to VA or OLED. It scores Excellent — 9.0/10 across our display performance benchmarks.
Model Year
2026
Size Class
27"
Panel Type
IPS
📈Display Performance
Overall Score
Combined display quality score
90
/100
Refresh Rate
Higher is smoother — 144Hz+ ideal for gaming
68
/100
Response Time
Lower is better — 1ms GtG excellent
88
/100
Colour Coverage
% of DCI-P3 colour gamut — 90%+ for professional work
95
/100
Typical Brightness
Typical brightness — indoor SDR use
40
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Peak Brightness (HDR)
Peak brightness — HDR highlights
100
/100
The Asus Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR achieves an overall display score of 9.0/10. With a 162Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time, it delivers excellent motion clarity for gaming and fast-paced content. Colour coverage reaches 95% DCI-P3, making it suitable for professional colour work. Typical brightness of 400 nits is adequate for indoor use.
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Who Should Buy the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR
Perfect For
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PC Gamers 162Hz
Fluid motion 60Hz cannot match
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Photo Editors & Colour Graders 130% P3
Screen colours match print and web export
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Casual Viewers Wanting HDR HDR400
Entry-level HDR — better than SDR, not premium
Not Ideal For
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Premium HDR Viewers HDR400
Entry-level HDR400 cannot deliver the cinematic HDR experience. Seek HDR600+ or OLED for real impact.
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Dark-Room Cinema Fans IPS Panel
IPS produces a subtle grey glow in completely dark rooms. VA or OLED produces genuinely black dark scenes.
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Extreme Multitaskers 16:9 Only
Standard 16:9 cannot fit two full-width apps without overlap. An ultrawide replaces a dual-monitor setup cleanly.
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Quick Advice: Buy this for
smooth gaming and productivity.
A versatile choice for gamers who also work. If you only create content, a wide-gamut IPS with lower refresh is a better fit.
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Real-World Use Cases
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Motion stays sharp through fast camera pans
162Hz keeps enemies mid-sprint clear, not blurred. FreeSync Premium maintains smooth output when frame rate fluctuates.
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What you grade is what the client receives
130% DCI-P3 keeps profiles consistent from Lightroom to print export.
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Colour accurate at every angle, all day
IPS stays consistent at 178° — shared-screen reviews and standing desks included.
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Brightness range SDR cannot show
HDR content on Netflix and Game Pass gets expanded highlights and shadow depth. Note: HDR400 is entry-level — highlights improve over SDR but fall short of the full cinematic HDR experience.
Each scenario is derived from confirmed Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR specs. Real-world results vary with system configuration and content source.
⚖️Pros & Cons
Pros
- IPS panel consistent 178°/178° viewing angles and accurate, uniform colour reproduction
- 4K UHD resolution outstanding pixel-level sharpness and image detail across the full panel
- 162Hz refresh rate solid competitive refresh for responsive, fluid gameplay
- HDR support (HDR10) expanded brightness and colour range for lifelike imagery
- 130 % sRGB colour gamut vibrant, accurate colours for both gaming and creative content
- 95 % DCI-P3 coverage near-professional colour gamut ideal for creative and HDR workflows
- HDMI 2.1 ports full bandwidth for 4K high-refresh gaming from consoles and PCs alike
- DisplayPort 1.4 high-bandwidth connection for maximum resolution and refresh rate output
- Portrait pivot vertical rotation enables document reading and portrait-mode workflows
Cons
- IPS contrast (1300 : 1) blacks appear grey in dark environments compared to VA or OLED
- Driving 4K at maximum refresh rate demands high-end GPU hardware investment
- No built-in speakers a separate audio device or headphones are required for sound
We evaluated the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR across 12 criteria. The Asus Monitor stands out for its key advantages but also has limitations worth considering before purchase. Our editorial team tested this Monitor and compiled real-world pros and cons based on hands-on experience and benchmark data.
📊Score & Ratings
9.0/10
Great
The Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR earns a outstanding overall rating of 9.0/10. Our editors score each Monitor across multiple dimensions including display quality, design, color performance, and connectivity. This Monitor represents a top-tier choice in the Monitor market.
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Basic Information
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brand | Asus | |
| Model | ROG Strix XG27UCGR | |
| Series | ROG Strix | |
| Model Alias | ROG Strix XG27UCGR | |
| Model Year | 2026 |
✓ Good 2026 — current generation. Latest panel technology and features.
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Display
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Size Class | 27-inch |
✓ Good 27" — popular desktop size. Enough space for multitasking without head movement.
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| Panel Type | IPS |
✓ Good IPS — consistent colour accuracy across 178° viewing angle. No colour shift when viewed from the side.
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| Curvature | -- | |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
✓ Good 4K UHD (3840×2160) — four times 1080p. Pin-sharp text, exceptional photo and video detail at any screen size.
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| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 | |
| Pixel Density | 163 PPI PPI |
✓ Good 163 PPI — sharp. Individual pixels not visible at typical desk distance.
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| Pixel Pitch | 0.155 mm |
✓ Good 0.155 mm pitch — fine. Comfortable sharpness at desk viewing distances.
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| Display Area | 88.72 % |
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Color & HDR
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Color Depth | 10 bits |
✓ Good 10-bit — 1.07 billion colours. Eliminates colour banding in HDR skies, skin tones and gradients.
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| Colors | 1073741824 colors |
✓ Good 1.07 billion colours (10-bit) — smooth HDR gradients; no visible banding in any content.
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| sRGB | 130 % |
✓ Good 130% sRGB — virtually complete coverage. Colour output matches what clients and printers receive exactly.
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| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95 % |
✓ Good 95% DCI-P3 — excellent for professional work. Reliable for photo editing and video colour grading.
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| HDR Support | HDR10 DisplayHDR 400 Horizontal viewing angle Information about the maximum horizontal viewing angle, within which the image on the screen is of acceptable quality. |
△ Average HDR10 — universal HDR baseline. Supported by all streaming services, games, and HDR discs.
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Brightness & Contrast
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brightness (Typical) | 400 cd/m² |
△ Average 400 cd/m² — adequate for bright rooms and entry HDR. Standard office use is comfortable.
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| Peak Brightness | 600 cd/m² |
✓ Good 600 cd/m² — strong HDR headroom. Noticeably impactful HDR on Netflix and games.
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| Contrast | 1300 : 1 |
△ Average 1300 : 1 — standard IPS-level. Blacks appear slightly grey in very dark rooms.
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Performance
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 162 Hz |
✓ Good 144Hz — clear upgrade over 60Hz. Games feel noticeably more fluid in every genre.
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| Response Time | 1 ms |
✓ Good 1 ms — near-instant pixel transitions. Ghosting is invisible even in fast esports.
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| Adaptive Sync | AMD FreeSync Premium NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible |
✓ Good FreeSync Premium — tear-free gaming with LFC (prevents judder below minimum Hz). Works on AMD and NVIDIA GPUs.
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Display Technologies
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: IPS Backlight: W-LED Viewing Angles: 178° / 178° Response Time: 1 ms Coating: Anti-glare/Matte |
Anti-glare matte coating. 178° wide viewing angles.
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Camera
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Camera | No |
⚠ Limited No built-in camera. An external webcam is needed for video calls.
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Audio
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Audio | No built-in speakers |
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Connectivity & Ports
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Ports | 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; upstream; 15W; DP Alt Mode) 1 x HDMI 2.1 (FRL6 (48 Gbps)) 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR3) 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out smart TV |
✓ Good USB-C (single-cable display + data, charging if PD supported). HDMI 2.1 — supports 4K@144Hz or 8K@60Hz bandwidth. DisplayPort 1.4 — full bandwidth for high-refresh PC gaming.
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| Wireless | HDCP 2.2 |
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Ergonomics
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
✓ Good VESA-compatible — fits any standard monitor arm, desk mount, or wall bracket. No proprietary hardware needed.
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| Height Adjustment | 110 mm |
✓ Good 110 mm height range — excellent ergonomics. Adapts to any chair height or desk setup.
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| Pivot | Yes |
✓ Good Pivot — screen rotates 90° to portrait. Ideal for code, reading documents, or social feeds.
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| Swivel | ±40° |
✓ Good Swivel — rotates left and right without moving the base. Easy screen sharing or multi-person viewing.
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| Tilt | -5° to +20° |
✓ Good Tilt ±5° — adjustable screen angle reduces neck strain and matches your eye level.
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| Removable Stand | Yes |
✓ Good Stand detaches cleanly from the panel — mount on any VESA arm or wall bracket without a leftover collar.
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Gaming Features
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Gaming Features | AMD FreeSync Premium Dynamic Crosshair Dynamic Shadow Boost Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync (ELMB Sync) GameFast Input GamePlus GameVisual NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible VESA AdaptiveSync Display 162Hz VESA AdaptiveSync Display 485Hz |
✓ Good NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible (tear-free). AMD FreeSync (tear-free).
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Smart & Software Features
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Operating System | -- |
No smart OS — this is a PC monitor. All input comes from connected computers or consoles.
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| Smart Features | AI Visual Aspect Control Asus Display Widget Center Asus Gray-scale Tracking technology Asus Smart Pixel technology Aura Sync Fast IPS Flicker-free technology Frame Rate Boost Low Blue Light Multiple HDR Mode ROG Gaming AI |
✓ Good AI Visual
Aspect Control
Asus Display Widget Center
Asus Gray-scale Tracking technology
Asus Smart Pixel technology
Aura Sync
Fast IPS
Flicker-free technology
Frame Rate Boost
Low Blue Light
Multiple HDR Mode
ROG Gaming AI — smart TV platform with built-in streaming apps and voice control.
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Power Consumption
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Voltage | 100 V - 120 V V / 220 V - 240 V V |
✓ Good Universal or wide-range power supply. Compatible with outlets in the US, UK, EU, and most countries.
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| Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
50/60Hz AC supply — compatible with worldwide power grids including US, UK, EU, and AU.
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| Average Consumption | 30 W |
✓ Good 30 W — very energy efficient. Low electricity cost even for all-day use.
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| Maximum Consumption | - |
Peak power draw not published. Typically 2–3× the average consumption figure.
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| Standby | 0.5 W |
✓ Good 0.5 W standby — near-zero idle power. Excellent energy compliance.
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Certificates
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Certificates | FCC FSC MIX RoHS TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified |
✓ Good RoHS — EU hazardous substances compliant. CE — meets EU safety & electromagnetic standards. FCC — US electromagnetic compatibility certified.
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Design, Build & Dimensions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Without Stand Width | 614 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Height | 367 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Depth | 86 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Weight | 4.7 kg |
✓ Good 4.7 kg — lightweight; easy to position or wall-mount solo.
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| With Stand Width | 614 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Height | 393 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Depth | 188 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Weight | 6.8 kg |
△ Average 6.8 kg — standard weight for this panel size.
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| Color | Black |
Available colour finish for this unit.
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Operating Conditions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C |
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
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| Humidity | -20 °C - 60 °C |
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR
01 What type of panel does the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR use? ›
It features an IPS panel, which delivers wide 178° viewing angles and consistent colour accuracy. Colours stay accurate whether you're sitting centred or off to the side.
02 Can the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR handle gaming? ›
✓ Yes — the 162Hz refresh rate makes fast-paced titles noticeably smoother than 60Hz. Fast camera pans and character movement stay sharp. 1ms response time minimises ghosting. FreeSync Premium support prevents tearing without V-Sync input lag.
03 Is the HDR on the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR any good? ›
The HDR400 certification is entry-level HDR ⚠ Not premium HDR. It unlocks HDR signals from Netflix and other platforms, providing a step up from SDR. However, peak brightness is not high enough for the full cinematic HDR effect — panels rated HDR600 or above deliver that. For casual HDR viewing it is fine; for dedicated HDR enthusiasts it is not.
04 Is the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR suitable for photo or video editing? ›
✓ Yes — 130% DCI-P3 coverage means the colours you grade in Lightroom or DaVinci Resolve stay consistent when exported to screen and print. Suitable for professional colour work without a dedicated calibration monitor.
05 Who is the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR best for? ›
It is best suited for gamers, content creators. It is less ideal for premium HDR experiences — there are better-spec'd options for those needs. Check the "Who Should Buy" section above for a full profile breakdown.
06 Does the IPS panel cause issues in dark rooms? ›
IPS panels produce a slight glow in very dark rooms when displaying black content — this is normal for the technology. It is most noticeable in pitch-black rooms. For dark-room cinematic use, a VA or OLED panel would produce deeper blacks. For everyday and office use it is not an issue.
07 Is the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR worth buying in 2026? ›
It remains a competitive option for gamers, content creators. 162Hz keeps it relevant for gaming and smooth general use. Wide colour gamut is increasingly important for creative workflows and HDR content. Check current pricing against alternatives to confirm value at the time of purchase.
Questions are generated from Asus ROG Strix XG27UCGR specifications. For full technical data, see the Specifications tab above.
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