RATED
Great
7.8/10
27″ Asus ROG Strix XG27WCMS – Specs & Features
The ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCMS pairs a VA panel with a 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p resolution and a 60 Hz - 280 Hz refresh range.
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Display
27 in, VA, 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p
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Refresh Rate
60 Hz - 280 Hz
60 Hz
Brightness
400 cd/m²
400 cd
Contrast Ratio
3000 : 1
3000
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 60 Hz 280 Hz refresh range with 1 ms GtG response is built for competitive, fast-paced gaming
- 3000 : 1 contrast is well above typical IPS panels
- FreeSync, VESA AdaptiveSync Display 180 give broad adaptive-sync compatibility
- 125 % sRGB coverage solid coverage for everyday colour accuracy
- Stand offers 120 mm (4.72 in) height adjustment, swivel
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
- VA panels typically respond slower than IPS or OLED at the pixel level
- Limited or no USB-A downstream ports for connecting multiple accessories
Score & Ratings
7.8/10
Great
Model Information
12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Series | ROG Strix |
| Model | ROG Strix XG27WCMS |
| Full Product Name | ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCMS |
| 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
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 684.66 mm (26.96 in) |
| Radius of Curvature | 1500 mm (59.06 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 | 88.6 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | VA |
| 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 | 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p |
| Pixel Density | 109 ppi / 42 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.233 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
Picture Quality & Color
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors / 24 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 3000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| HDR Support | HDR10 |
| HDR10 | Yes |
| sRGB Coverage | 125 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95% |
| 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
12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 240 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 60 Hz - 280 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 1 ms |
| MPRT Response Time | 1 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive-Sync | AMD FreeSync Premium |
| AMD FreeSync | Premium |
| Motion Blur Reduction | ELMB Sync |
| Shadow Boost | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| AI Gaming Features | Yes |
| GameFast Input | Yes |
| GameVisual | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 30 kHz - 362 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 | 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
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 | 35 ° |
| Right Swivel | 35 ° |
| Portrait Mode | No |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 611 mm x 390 mm x 219 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 611 mm x 370 mm x 92 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 7.2 kg (15.87 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 4.5 kg (9.92 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 219 mm (8.62 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 | 31 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 | 3-sided frameless design; Color Temperature Selection; DisplayWidget Center; Fast VA; GameFast Input; GamePlus; GameVisual; ROG Gaming A.I technology; Variable Overdrive 2.0 |
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 180 |
Included Accessories
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Packaging Information
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 843 mm x 480 mm x 200 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | 843 mm (33.19 in) |
| Package Height | 480 mm (18.90 in) |
| Package Depth | 200 mm (7.87 in) |
| Package Weight | 9.9 kg (21.83 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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