RATED
Great
7.8/10
27″Asus TUF Gaming VG27UQ1A – Specs & Features
The ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQ1A pairs an IPS panel with a 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p resolution and 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
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
- 95 % DCI-P3 coverage wide-gamut coverage suits colour-critical work
- Backed by 3 years
- 163 ppi / 64 ppcm keeps text and UI edges crisp at normal desk distance
Cons
- Stand has no height adjustment
- Stand doesn’t swivel or pivot
- No USB-C or USB hub for peripheral connectivity
- No listed built-in speakers
- Brightness is not published in the available specifications
Score & Ratings
7.8/10
Great
Model Information
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Series | TUF Gaming |
| Model | TUF Gaming VG27UQ1A |
| Full Product Name | ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQ1A |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | Value / Budget-Friendly Gaming |
| Primary Use | Competitive & Everyday Gaming on a Budget |
| 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 | 596.16 mm (23.47 in) |
| Active Display Height | 335.34 mm (13.20 in) |
| Display Area | 88.71 % (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
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| HDR Support | HDR10 |
| HDR10 | Yes |
| 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 FreeSync PremiumNVIDIA G-Sync Compatible |
| AMD FreeSync | Premium |
| 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
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 27 kHz - 356 kHz |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| Display Stream Compression | Yes |
| 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
11
| 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 | No |
| Portrait Mode | No |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 614.9 mm x 455 mm x 213.8 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 614.9 mm x 366.5 mm x 51 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 5 kg (11.02 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 4.2 kg (9.26 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 213.8 mm (8.42 in) |
| RGB Lighting | Yes |
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 | 30 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
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Aura Sync | Yes |
| Multiple HDR Modes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | Aspect Control; Asus Display Widget Center; Aura Sync; Color Temperature Selection (8 modes); Fast IPS; Frame Rate Boost; GameFast Input; GamePlus; GameVisual; Gaming AI; Multiple HDR Mode; Rapid IPS; Variable Overdrive 2.0; Other certifications: FSC MIX |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| 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 | 689 mm x 475 mm x 160 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | 689 mm (27.13 in) |
| Package Height | 475 mm (18.70 in) |
| Package Depth | 160 mm (6.30 in) |
| Package Weight | 6.9 kg (15.21 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.
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Uses about 0% less power than the average we track in this category.
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