
27″ Asus TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A – Full Specifications
A 4K monitor for people who like to switch between sharp work and fast games is the pitch of the Asus TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A.
Overview
A 4K monitor for people who like to switch between sharp work and fast games is the pitch of the Asus TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A. The 27-inch IPS panel shows 3840 × 2160 at 163 ppi and 80 Hz, and a dual mode drops to Full HD at up to 310 Hz when speed matters. Response is 0.3 ms, brightness is 400 nits, and 95% of DCI-P3 is covered. Two 2 W speakers are built in. The stand tilts, swivels, pivots and raises 125 mm, and the unit weighs 6.5 kg.
- IPS at 3840 × 2160, 27-inch, 163 ppi
- 80 Hz at 4K, 310 Hz at Full HD
- 0.3 ms, 400 nits, HDR10
- 2 W speakers, DisplayPort 1.4, 2× HDMI 2.0
- 125 mm height, pivot, 6.5 kg
Pros & Cons
- Dual mode adds Full HD at 310 Hz
- Sharp 163 ppi suits text and photos
- Pivot rotates the screen for portrait coding
- FreeSync and G-Sync Compatible are both supported
- Built-in speakers handle casual audio without headphones
- Only 80 Hz at native 4K resolution
- HDMI 2.0 ports limit 4K output speeds
- 8-bit panel lacks true 10-bit colour depth
- 2 W drivers sound small for music
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Series | TUF Gaming |
| Model | TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A |
| Model Alias | TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A |
| Full Product Name | ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | Value / Budget-Friendly Gaming |
| Primary Use | Competitive & Everyday Gaming on a Budget |
| 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 | 88.26 % |
| 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 | 8 bits |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors / 24 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 400 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 | 120 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95 % |
Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 80 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 310 Hz (4K at 80 Hz; Full HD dual mode up to 310 Hz) |
| Minimum Response Time | 0.3 ms |
| MPRT Response Time | 0.3 ms (MPRT) |
| AMD FreeSync | Supported |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Compatible |
| Motion Blur Reduction | ELMB |
| 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 | 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ports & Connections
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 2 W |
| Built-In Camera | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 125 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 125 mm (4.92 in) |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 23 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 15 ° |
| Right Swivel | 15 ° |
| Pivot Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Pivot | 90 ° |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° |
| Portrait Mode | Yes |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 615 mm x 422 mm x 214 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 615 mm x 369 mm x 51 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.5 kg (14.33 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 4.3 kg (9.48 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 214 mm (8.43 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 | 65 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 |
| Desktop Control Software | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| VESA AdaptiveSync | Display 310Hz |
| RoHS | Yes |
| CE | Yes |
| FCC | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 730 mm x 446 mm x 224 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Weight | 8.3 kg (18.3 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 more power than 100% of the 701 comparable displays we track.
