
27″ Asus ROG Strix XG27UCSR – Full Specifications
Think of the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCSR as a lighter, simpler take on a 27-inch 4K gaming monitor.
Overview
Think of the Asus ROG Strix XG27UCSR as a lighter, simpler take on a 27-inch 4K gaming monitor. The Fast IPS panel shows 3840 × 2160 at 163 ppi, runs at up to 160 Hz with a 1 ms response, and reaches 350 nits typical or 500 nits at peak under HDR 400. It covers 95% of DCI-P3 and adds FreeSync Premium and G-Sync Compatible support. One HDMI 2.1, one DisplayPort 1.4 and a 15 W USB-C port handle input. The monitor weighs 5.97 kg with its stand and 3.85 kg without.
- Fast IPS, 3840 × 2160, 163 ppi, 27 inches
- 160 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response
- HDR 400, 500 peak, 350 nits
- DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C 15 W, HDMI 2.1
- 5.97 kg with stand, 3.85 kg bare
Pros & Cons
- Bare 3.85 kg weight suits monitor arms
- 500 nits peak gives HDR 400 real headroom
- 160 Hz at 4K keeps games fluid
- Photo editing benefits from 95% DCI-P3 coverage
- USB-C input lets laptops share the screen
- One HDMI 2.1 port limits multi-console use
- Charging over USB-C tops out at 15 W
- No speakers, so headphones are always required
- 1000:1 contrast leaves blacks looking grey
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Series | ROG Strix |
| Model | ROG Strix XG27UCSR |
| Model Alias | ROG Strix XG27UCS Gen2 |
| Full Product Name | ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCSR |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | Upper-Mid to High-End Gaming |
| Primary Use | Competitive & Immersive Gaming |
| 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 | 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 | 88.75 % |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
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 (0.01 in) |
Resolution at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 350 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 500 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 100000000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| HDR Support |
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| HDR10 | Yes |
| sRGB Coverage | 130 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95 % |
| Gamma Adjustment | 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 | 1 ms |
| Adaptive-Sync |
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| AMD FreeSync | Premium |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Compatible |
| Motion Blur Reduction | ELMB Sync |
| Shadow Boost | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| Dynamic Crosshair | Yes |
| AI Gaming Features |
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| GameFast Input | Yes |
| GameVisual | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 30 kHz - 380 kHz |
| HDMI FRL | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Bandwidth | HBR3 |
| 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
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 110 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 110 mm (4.33 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 |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 614.8 mm x 403.4 mm x 188.7 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 614.8 mm x 367.1 mm x 63 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 5.97 kg (13.16 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 3.85 kg (8.49 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 188.7 mm (7.43 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions 12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100 V - 120 V / 220 V - 240 V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Power Consumption | 25 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
| 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 % |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Multiple HDR Modes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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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 |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 840 mm x 515 mm x 186 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Weight | 8.43 kg (18.58 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 less power than 83% of the 701 comparable displays we track.
