
27″ Asus VA279QGSE – Full Specifications
Office workers and students get a roomy screen with a few extras in the Asus VA279QGSE, a 27-inch Full HD IPS monitor.
Overview
Office workers and students get a roomy screen with a few extras in the Asus VA279QGSE, a 27-inch Full HD IPS monitor. It runs at up to 120 Hz with Adaptive-Sync, hits 300 nits and covers 99% of sRGB, and it accepts HDR10 input. Built-in 2 W speakers, a 150 mm height range and swivel make daily use comfortable, and Eye Care+ and Splendid modes tweak the picture. HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.2 are the video inputs. It weighs 5.5 kg with the stand.
- 27 inches, IPS, 1920 × 1080, 81 ppi
- 120 Hz refresh rate, Adaptive-Sync
- 1500:1 contrast, 300 nits, 99% sRGB
- HDMI 1.4, DisplayPort 1.2, 2 W speakers
- 150 mm height, swivel, 5.5 kg
Pros & Cons
- 150 mm of height travel fits most users
- 120 Hz makes office scrolling feel smoother
- Eye Care+ reduces strain on long days
- Speakers deliver basic sound for video calls
- A large 27-inch surface suits spreadsheet work
- 81 ppi leaves small text slightly soft
- Both inputs use older-generation connection standards today
- A USB hub and USB-C are absent
- Average 300 nits output limits bright offices
Score & Ratings
| 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) |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 684.667 mm (26.96 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 |
| 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 |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
27" Display Size (68.6 cm) 16:9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p |
| Pixel Density | 81 ppi / 32 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.311 mm (0.01 in) |
Resolution at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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| HDR10 | Yes |
| sRGB Coverage | 99 % |
Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 120 Hz |
| MPRT Response Time | 1 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive-Sync | Adaptive-Sync technology |
| Motion Blur Reduction | Yes |
| GameVisual | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| 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 |
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 | 150 mm |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | Yes |
| EPEAT | Yes |
| TCO Certified | Yes |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 690 mm x 452 mm x 146 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Weight | 8.1 kg (17.86 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.
