RATED
Good
6.8/10
27″ Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQ3AZ – Specs & Features
Budget QHD gaming is where the Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQ3AZ fits.
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Display
27 in, IPS, 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p
27
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 180 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
250 cd/m²
250 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Overview
Budget QHD gaming is where the Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQ3AZ fits. The 27-inch IPS panel offers 2560 × 1440 pixels at up to 180 Hz with a 1 ms response, so it suits shooters and racing games on a mid-range graphics card. Brightness is 250 nits typical with HDR10 input, and contrast is 1000:1. Two HDMI 2.0 ports and one DisplayPort 1.4 are available, plus 2 W speakers. The stand tilts and swivels but does not raise. It is built for players moving up from a 60 Hz screen.
- 27-inch IPS panel, 2560 × 1440 pixels
- 180 Hz refresh, 1 ms response time
- 250 nits, 1000:1 contrast, HDR10 input
- HDMI 2.0 ×2, DisplayPort 1.4 inputs
- 2 W speakers, tilt and swivel
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Smooth 180 Hz gets a mid-range GPU
- QHD detail stays sharper than Full HD
- A console plugs in beside the PC
- Speakers handle chat without a headset
- Swivel lets you angle toward a friend
Cons
- Stand tilts but never raises the screen
- Only 250 nits, quite dim for HDR
- HDMI 2.0 cannot do 4K at 120 Hz
- Peripherals need a separate USB hub
Score & Ratings
6.8/10
Good
Model Information
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Series | TUF Gaming |
| Model | TUF Gaming VG27AQ3AZ |
| Full Product Name | ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ3AZ |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | Value / Budget-Friendly Gaming |
| Primary Use | Competitive & Everyday Gaming on a Budget |
| 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 | 685.8 mm (27.00 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 | 88.75 % (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 | 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
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors / 24 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 250 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| HDR Support |
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| HDR10 | Yes |
| sRGB Coverage | 130 % |
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 | 180 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 180 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 1 ms |
| Adaptive-Sync |
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| AMD FreeSync | Premium |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Compatible |
| Motion Blur Reduction | ELMB |
| Shadow Boost | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| FPS Counter | Yes |
| Sniper Mode | Yes |
| GameFast Input | Yes |
| GameVisual | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI Version | 2.0 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 30 kHz - 263 kHz |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ports & Connections
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 2 W |
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 20 ° |
| Right Swivel | 20 ° |
| Portrait Mode | No |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 614 mm x 455 mm x 214 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 615 mm x 367 mm x 54 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 4.6 kg (10.14 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 3.6 kg (7.94 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 214 mm (8.43 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions 9
| 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 | 35 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C / -4 °F - 140 °F |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Desktop Control Software | Yes |
| Monitor Management Software | Yes |
| OSD Software | Yes |
| On-Screen Display | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| VESA AdaptiveSync | Display 180Hz |
Included Accessories
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 686 mm x 475 mm x 160 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Weight | 7.2 kg (15.87 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₹4.80
Monthly₹144
Annually₹1,752
Draws more power than 100% of the 701 comparable displays we track.