Display
27-inch, IPS, 2560 x 1440 pixels
27
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 165 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
300 cd/m²
300 cd
Contrast Ratio
1500 : 1
1500
Overview
The Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQE5A is an entry-level 27-inch 1440p gaming monitor, and it is worth being clear about where it sits. The IPS panel runs at 165 Hz with 90% DCI-P3 and 1500:1 contrast - slightly better than the usual 1000:1 - and it carries FreeSync Premium plus G-Sync Compatible certification, so variable refresh works on either card. But the 4 ms response is slow for a modern gaming panel, brightness is only 300 cd/m2, HDR10 is listed with no DisplayHDR certification at all, and the stand offers tilt alone. At 3.9 kg it is light and cheap to run at 45 W. Sensible as a first 1440p high-refresh screen, provided you know what it is not.
BrandAsusPanel TypeIPSResolution2560 x 1440Refresh Rate48-165 Hz
Key Highlights
- 165 Hz at 1440p with both FreeSync Premium and G-Sync Compatible certification
- 1500:1 contrast - modestly better than the 1000:1 most IPS panels manage
- 90% DCI-P3 coverage and 120% sRGB
- Very light at 3.9 kg, easy to wall or arm mount
- TUV Rheinland flicker-free certified for longer sessions
Who Should Buy the Asus TUF Gaming VG27AQE5A
+ Best For
First high-refresh upgrade
165 Hz at 1440p is a big step from 60 Hz
Either GPU brand
FreeSync Premium and G-Sync Compatible both certified
Arm-mounted desks
only 3.9 kg, and VESA 100 x 100
Casual and single-player play
fast enough without paying for 240 Hz
× Not Ideal For
Competitive shooters
a 4 ms response is slow next to 1 ms and OLED panels
Bright rooms
300 cd/m2 is dim if you sit near a window
HDR content
HDR10 is listed but there is no DisplayHDR certification
Anyone using the stand
it tilts only, with no height or swivel
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48-165 Hz
a genuine step up from 60 Hz for everyday gaming
Response Time
4 ms
the panel's weakest number; fast motion will smear
Brightness
300 cd/m2
adequate indoors, weak against daylight
Contrast
1500:1
slightly better than typical IPS
Colour Gamut
90% DCI-P3, 120% sRGB
decent, not class-leading
HDR
HDR10 only
no DisplayHDR certification - treat as unsupported in practice
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate165 Hzsmooth for single-player and casual competitive play
Response Time4 msnoticeable blur in fast tracking, unlike 1 ms panels
VRR / Adaptive SyncFreeSync Premium + G-Sync Compatibletear-free on either card
GPU Requirementa mid-range card gets close to 165 fps at 1440p in most titles
HDR & Brightness Reality
This is the most honest HDR section on the site, because there is nothing to discuss. The sheet lists HDR10 support - meaning the monitor accepts an HDR signal - but there is no DisplayHDR certification of any level, peak brightness is 300 cd/m2, and contrast is 1500:1 with no local dimming. HDR content will display, and it will most likely look worse than the same content in SDR because the panel has to tone-map down. Leave HDR off and enjoy the 165 Hz.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI2 x HDMI 2.0fine for 1440p, but not full-bandwidth console output
DisplayPort1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR2)the connection for the full 165 Hz
USB-CNot availableno USB-C video or charging
USB HubNonethere is no USB hub on this model
Audio Out3.5 mmplus 2 x 2 W speakers (4 W) - backup only
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint27-inch 16:9, 614 mm widestandard desk size
StandIncluded, removablevery light at 4.7 kg with the stand
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmworth using given the stand's limits
Tilt-5 to +23 degreesa generous tilt range, and the only adjustment
Height AdjustNot supportedthe panel sits at a fixed height
Swivel / PivotNeither supportedno turning or rotation
Real-World Use Cases
165 Hz at 2560 x 1440 without a premium price
smooth enough where a 4 ms response is not exposed
90% DCI-P3 and 109 PPI for everyday tasks
3.9 kg panel weight makes mounting trivial
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 165 Hz at 1440p with FreeSync Premium and G-Sync Compatible
- 1500:1 contrast, above the usual IPS figure
- Only 3.9 kg trivially easy to mount
- Generous -5 to +23 degree tilt range
- Flicker-free certified
Cons
- 4 ms response is slow for a gaming panel
- 300 cd/m2 brightness and no DisplayHDR certification
- Stand offers tilt only no height, no swivel
- No USB hub and no USB-C
Score & Ratings
6.6/10
Good
Basic Information
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Asus |
| Model | TUF Gaming VG27AQE5A |
| Series | TUF Gaming |
| Model Alias | TUF Gaming VG27AQE5A |
| Model Year | 2026 |
Display
8
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Size Class | 27-inch | |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS - good viewing angles and colour, with modest contrast. |
| Curvature | Not specified | |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels | |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 | |
| Pixel Density | 109 PPI | |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.233 mm | |
| Display Area | 88.26 % |
Color & HDR
5
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Color Depth | 10 bits | |
| Colors | 1073741824 colors | |
| sRGB | 120 % | |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 90 % | 90% - decent colour, below the 95-99% of pricier panels. |
| HDR Support | HDR10 |
HDR10 only - no DisplayHDR certification, so treat HDR as unsupported. |
Brightness & Contrast
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness (Typical) | 300 cd/m² | 300 cd/m2 - fine indoors, dim next to a window. |
| Peak Brightness | 300 cd/m² | |
| Contrast | 1500 : 1 | 1500:1 - a little better than the usual 1000:1 IPS figure. |
Performance
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 165 Hz | 48-165 Hz - a real step up from 60 Hz; VRR keeps it smooth when frames drop. |
| Response Time | 4 ms | 4 ms - slow for a gaming panel; fast motion will show smearing. |
| Adaptive Sync | Adaptive-Sync technologyAMD FreeSync PremiumNVIDIA G-Sync Compatible |
FreeSync Premium and G-Sync Compatible - tear-free on either GPU. |
Display Technologies
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: IPSBacklight: W-LEDViewing Angles: 178° / 178°Response Time: 4 msCoating: Anti-glare/Matte |
Camera
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Camera | No |
Audio
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Audio | 2 x 2 W |
Connectivity & Ports
2
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2× HDMI 2.01× DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR2)1× 3.5 mm Audio OutHigh-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) |
2 x HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 - use DisplayPort for the full 165 Hz. |
Ergonomics
6
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm | |
| Height Adjustment | No | Not supported - tilt is the only adjustment. |
| Pivot | No | |
| Swivel | No | |
| Tilt | -5° to +23° | |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
Gaming Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Gaming Features | Adaptive-Sync technologyAMD FreeSync PremiumDynamic CrosshairDynamic Shadow BoostExtreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB)ELMB SyncGameFast InputGamePlusGameVisualNVIDIA G-Sync CompatibleTrace Free technologyVariable OverdriveVESA AdaptiveSync Display 165Hz |
Smart & Software Features
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Not specified |
| Smart Features | 5-way OSD joystickAI VisualAsus DisplayWidget CenterAsus Power SyncColor Temperature SelectionFast IPSFlicker-free technologyLow Blue LightMultiple HDR ModesTUF Gaming A.I technology |
Power Consumption
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 100 V - 120 V / 220 V - 240 V |
| Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Consumption | 45 W |
| Standby | 0.5 W |
Certificates
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Certificates | TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free CertifiedTÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified (Software Solution) |
Design, Build & Dimensions
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Without Stand Width | 615 mm |
| Without Stand Height | 369 mm |
| Without Stand Depth | 59 mm |
| Without Stand Weight | 3.9 kg |
| With Stand Width | 614 mm |
| With Stand Height | 453 mm |
| With Stand Depth | 193 mm |
| With Stand Weight | 4.7 kg |
| Color | Black |
Operating Conditions
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is a 4 ms response a problem? +
It depends on what you play. In single-player and slower games you will not notice. In fast shooters, 4 ms shows as visible smearing behind moving targets - 1 ms IPS panels and OLEDs are clearly cleaner. That is the main thing separating this from pricier 1440p screens.
02 Does HDR work on it? +
Technically it accepts HDR10, but there is no DisplayHDR certification and only 300 cd/m2 of brightness. In practice HDR content will look flat or worse than SDR. Leave it off.
03 Does variable refresh work on both GPU brands? +
✓ Yes. It is G-Sync Compatible as well as FreeSync Premium certified, so you get proper variable refresh on either brand.
04 Can I raise the screen? +
Not with the supplied stand - it tilts only, from -5 to +23 degrees. The panel is just 3.9 kg though, so a cheap VESA arm solves it.
05 Is 300 cd/m2 bright enough? +
Indoors with controlled lighting, yes. Next to a sunny window it will look washed out. Most gaming panels at this price now offer 350-400 cd/m2.
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