
RATED
Great
8/10
27″ Asus ROG Strix XG27UCS – Specs & Features
Built around an IPS panel, the ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCS runs at 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p with a 48 Hz - 160 Hz refresh range.
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Display
27 in, IPS, 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p
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Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 160 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
400 cd/m²
400 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 48 Hz 160 Hz refresh range with 1 ms GtG response handles fast motion smoothly
- FreeSync, G-Sync, VESA AdaptiveSync Display 160Hz give broad adaptive-sync compatibility
- 130 % sRGB coverage solid coverage for everyday colour accuracy
- Stand offers 120 mm (4.72 in) height adjustment, swivel, pivot
- Backed by 3 years
Cons
- No USB-C or USB hub for peripheral connectivity
- No listed built-in speakers
- No KVM switch for controlling two PCs from one keyboard/mouse
- IPS panels typically show lower native contrast than VA or OLED alternatives
- No energy-efficiency certification (e.g. ENERGY STAR, TCO) is listed
Score & Ratings
8/10
Great
Model Information
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Series | ROG Strix |
| Model | ROG Strix XG27UCS |
| Full Product Name | ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCS |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | Upper-Mid to High-End Gaming |
| Primary Use | Competitive & Immersive Gaming |
| Launch Status | 2024 |
| 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 | 685.985 mm (27.01 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 |
| Active Display Width | 596.736 mm (23.49 in) |
| Active Display Height | 335.664 mm (13.22 in) |
| Display Area | 88.77 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
27" Display Size (68.6 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| 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
Picture Quality & Color
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 450 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 100000000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| HDR Support | HDR10 |
| HDR10 | Yes |
| sRGB Coverage | 130 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95% |
| 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
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 160 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 160 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 1 ms |
| Adaptive-Sync | AMD FreeSyncNVIDIA G-Sync Compatible |
| AMD FreeSync | Supported |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Compatible |
| Motion Blur Reduction | ELMB Sync |
| Shadow Boost | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| Dynamic Crosshair | Yes |
| AI Gaming Features | Yes |
| GameFast Input | Yes |
| GameVisual | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 30 kHz - 380 kHz |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | Yes |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 15W |
| 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 | 120 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 120 mm (4.72 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
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 614.8 mm x 392.8 mm x 218.8 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 614.8 mm x 367 mm x 60.1 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.57 kg (14.48 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 3.88 kg (8.55 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 218.8 mm (8.61 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions
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| 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 | 26 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Energy Efficiency Class SDR | F |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 20 % - 90 % |
| Operating Altitude | 5000 m / 16404.2 ft |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C / -4 °F - 140 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 10 % - 90 % |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Multiple HDR Modes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | Asus Display Widget Center; Color Temperature Selection (8 modes); GameFast Input; GamePlus; GameVisual; Gaming AI; Multiple HDR Mode; Rapid IPS; Variable Overdrive 2.0 |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| VESA DisplayHDR | Display / HDR 400 |
| VESA AdaptiveSync | Display 160Hz |
| RoHS | Yes |
| CE | Yes |
| FCC | Yes |
Included Accessories
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Packaging Information
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 780 mm x 515 mm x 226 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | 780 mm (30.71 in) |
| Package Height | 515 mm (20.28 in) |
| Package Depth | 226 mm (8.90 in) |
| Package Weight | 10.05 kg (22.16 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—
Monthly—
Annually—
Uses about 85% less power than the average we track in this category.
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