RATED
Good
5.6/10
27″ Asus VA279QGSE – Full Specifications
Built around an IPS panel, the ASUS VA279QGSE runs at 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p with a 48 Hz - 120 Hz refresh range.
Asus●Monitor
Display
27 in, IPS, 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p
27
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 120 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
300 cd/m²
300 cd
Contrast Ratio
1500 : 1
1500
Overview
Built around an IPS panel, the ASUS VA279QGSE runs at 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p with a 48 Hz - 120 Hz refresh range. Motion handling is rated at 1 ms (MPRT) MPRT. Colour and light output come in at 300 cd/m² typical brightness, 1500 : 1 contrast and 99 % sRGB coverage. Ports include 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x DisplayPort 1.2.
BrandASUSPanel TypeIPSResolution1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080pRefresh Rate48 Hz - 120 Hz
Key Highlights
- IPS panel at 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p
- 48 Hz - 120 Hz refresh range
- 1 ms (MPRT) MPRT response time
- 1500 : 1 contrast ratio
- 300 cd/m² typical brightness
- 99 % sRGB colour coverage
- Connectivity: 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x DisplayPort 1.2
- Stand: 150 mm (5.91 in) height travel, swivel, pivot
Who Should Buy the Asus VA279QGSE
+ Best For
Budget office fleets
EPEAT Gold, TCO certified and 15 W draw
Ergonomic desks
a stand that outclasses far pricier monitors
Legacy hardware
D-sub and HDMI 1.4 for older machines
Shared workstations
+/-180 degree swivel turns it right around
× Not Ideal For
Detail work
81 PPI is the softest density in this range
Colour work
8-bit with no DCI-P3 figure published
Modern gaming
120 Hz on an HDMI 1.4 and DP 1.2 panel
HDR
HDR10 with no certification and 300 cd/m2 peak
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 120 Hz
Standard refresh range
Brightness
300 cd/m²
Typical brightness as specified; peak figure not published
Contrast
1500 : 1
Standard panel black depth
Colour Gamut
99 % sRGB
Standard game and web colour
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate48 Hz - 120 HzMatch frame rate to the monitor’s useful range
Response Time1 ms (MPRT) (MPRT)MPRT uses strobing and is not directly comparable to GtG
GPU Requirement1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p up to 120 HzEntry-to-mid-range GPU is generally sufficient
HDR & Brightness Reality
HDR10 appears on the sheet with no DisplayHDR tier and a 300 cd/m2 peak identical to its typical brightness - so there is nothing for HDR to do. This is not a criticism worth dwelling on, because HDR is not remotely what this monitor is about. It is a 15 W, EPEAT Gold office panel with an unusually good stand and a VGA port for machines that still need one. Judge it on that.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI1x HDMI 1.4Published port count and version
DisplayPort1x DisplayPort 1.2Primary high-refresh PC connection
USB-CNot publishedNo one-cable laptop or charging function
USB HubNot publishedNo listed peripheral expansion
Audio Out3.5 mm audio out / headphone outExternal audio may still be preferred
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint613.5 mm x 384.5 mm x 224 mm (W x H x D)Check desk width and depth before purchase
StandRemovable: YesA separate arm can replace the supplied base
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmUse a matching arm or wall mount
Tilt-5 ° to +35 °Covers the published forward and backward range
Height Adjust150 mm (5.91 in)Supports eye-level positioning
Swivel / Pivot±180 ° / ±90 °Supports shared angles and portrait rotation
Real-World Use Cases
15 W draw with EPEAT Gold and TCO certification
D-sub and HDMI 1.4 for older hardware
+/-180 degree swivel shows your screen to anyone
a full pivot with 150 mm of height
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 48 Hz 120 Hz refresh range covers everyday computing and video smoothly
- Full HD resolution is easy to drive without a high-end GPU
- 99 % sRGB coverage solid coverage for everyday colour accuracy
- Stand offers 150 mm (5.91 in) height adjustment, swivel, pivot
- Backed by 3 years
Cons
- 81 ppi / 32 ppcm is on the low side for sharp text at typical desk distance
- No USB-C or USB hub for peripheral connectivity
- No KVM switch for controlling two PCs from one keyboard/mouse
- IPS panels typically show lower native contrast than VA or OLED alternatives
- HDCP support isn’t explicitly confirmed for protected 4K/HDR streaming
Score & Ratings
5.6/10
Good
Model Information
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Model | VA279QGSE |
| Model Alias | VA279QGSE |
| Full Product Name | ASUS VA279QGSE |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Monitor Type | Business / General-Purpose Monitor |
| Market Position | Mainstream / Home & Office (ASUS VA/VP/VZ/VU/BE series - general-purpose display line) |
| Primary Use | Office, Productivity & Everyday Use |
| 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 | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 in | |
| Exact Diagonal | 684.667 mm (26.96 in) | |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | |
| Active Display Width | 596.74 mm (23.49 in) | |
| Active Display Height | 335.664 mm (13.22 in) | |
| Display Area | 90.17 % | |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS affects viewing angles, black depth and color consistency — each panel technology trades these off differently. |
| Backlight Type | W-LED | |
| 3D Support | No | |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare/Matte |
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p | |
| Pixel Density | 81 ppi / 32 ppcm | 81 ppi / 32 ppcm indicates how much scaling may be needed in the operating system for comfortable reading. |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.311 mm (0.01 in) |
Picture Quality & Color
10
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits | |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors / 24 bits | |
| Typical Brightness | 300 cd/m² | |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1500 : 1 | |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 100000000 : 1 | |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° | |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° | |
| HDR Support | HDR10 |
|
| HDR10 | Yes | |
| sRGB Coverage | 99 % | 99 % indicates how much of that color space the panel can reproduce, which affects color accuracy for photo/video work. |
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 120 Hz |
| MPRT Response Time | 1 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive-Sync | Yes |
| Motion Blur Reduction | Yes |
| GameVisual | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
| HDMI Version | 1.4 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 31 kHz - 137 kHz |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.2 |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 2 W |
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
16
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| VESA Mount | Yes | |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm | |
| Removable Stand | Yes | |
| Height Adjustment | Yes | 150 mm (5.91 in) of travel allows the screen to be raised or lowered for a comfortable eye-level position. |
| Height Adjustment Range | 150 mm (5.91 in) | |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes | |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° | |
| Backward Tilt | 35 ° | |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes | |
| Left Swivel | 180 ° | |
| Right Swivel | 180 ° | |
| Left Pivot | 90 ° | |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° | |
| Portrait Mode | Yes | |
| Security Lock | Yes | |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 613.5 mm x 384.5 mm x 224 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 613.5 mm x 362.1 mm x 49.8 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 5.5 kg (12.13 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 3.8 kg (8.38 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 224 mm (8.82 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions
7
| 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 | 15 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.5 W |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Eye Comfort Mode | Yes |
| Desktop Control Software | Yes |
| Monitor Management Software | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | Asus DisplayWidget Center; Asus Eye Care+ Technology; Asus Power Sync; Color Temperature Selection; Eye Care+ Technology; GamePlus; Motion Sync; QuickFit; Splendid technology; Trace Free technology |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | Yes |
| EPEAT | Yes |
| TCO Certified | Yes |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
Included Accessories
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable |
Packaging Information
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 690 mm x 452 mm x 146 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | 690 mm (27.17 in) |
| Package Height | 452 mm (17.80 in) |
| Package Depth | 146 mm (5.75 in) |
| Package Weight | 8.1 kg (17.86 lbs) |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Why does a 2026 monitor still have VGA? +
Because plenty of office and industrial machines still output it. D-sub costs almost nothing to include and keeps this monitor compatible with hardware that a modern gaming panel would refuse.
02 Is the stand really that good? +
Genuinely, yes - and it is the reason to buy it. 150 mm of height, +/-180 degrees of swivel, a full pivot and -5 to +35 degrees of tilt is more range than most premium monitors offer. Asus put the budget there instead of the panel.
03 How bad is 81 PPI at 27 inches? +
Noticeable. It is the same density as the BenQ EX270M - 1080p stretched across 27 inches. Text is soft at desk distance. If you read for a living, a 1440p 27-inch is a far better buy.
04 Is this usable for gaming, or strictly an office panel? +
Casually. 120 Hz with 1 ms and Adaptive-Sync is fine, but HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.2 are old standards, and the panel is 8-bit with no real HDR. It is an office monitor that can play.
05 Why 120 Hz on an office panel? +
Because it costs almost nothing now, and it makes scrolling and cursor movement noticeably smoother than 60 Hz. It is one of the better free upgrades in this price bracket.
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