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2024-02-27T19:00:00
Purchased to replace an a 12 year old Asus which was great. This one not so great. Very poor instructions included. No online software to download to adjust the settings instead of using buttons on monitor. Had to download manual to figure out how to adjust settings. I have tried many times to get the monitor adjusted to suilt my video editing needs. No matter what I try it just doesn't render colors well. Poor yellows and greens. Perhaps it is a good gaming monitor but not for video or picture work and very hard to adjust.
Buy A.
2023-03-28T20:00:00
This monitor produces beautiful vibrant colors without any missing pixels; but I encountered a hardware issue a few months after receiving the device. I purchased the monitor for my security camera set-up. The monitor was attached to the wall. Once it was plugged in and powered up, it was never unplugged or moved. Imagine my surprise when I saw a blue screen in pace of video images. After conducting a series of tests as directly by ASUS, it was determined the HDMI port was inoperable. Thankfully, the product was under manufacturer warranty so I was able to send it in for repair. Customer service was excellent. They addressed my problem quickly and gave me easy-to-follow instructions on how to test the device to confirm it was indeed malfunctioning. After it was determined the device had a possible hardware issue, I received information on where and how to ship the product for repair. Customer service provided me with a mailing label so I didn't incur any shipping costs. I was pleasantly surprised when my product was returned to me so quickly after boxing it up for repair. The monitor has been repaired and it's working beautifully. I have no explanation for why the HDMI port decided to crap out, but I'm glad the situation was addressed quickly. After reading so many horrible reviews from some about the customer service, I'm pleased to report my experience was superior. My issue was handled with professionalism and concern. A+ service all the way!
mycatsadiva
2022-04-18T20:00:00
The screen goes dark several times while gaming. This negatively affects my ability to accomplish tasks and leaves my character vulnerable in several situations. This can happen at any time while gaming (shortly after I start playing or late into the gameplay) so it has nothing to do with the product overheating.
XPISTOS A.
2022-02-22T19:00:00
Just amazing. Especially for the price. Coming in at around $250 on amazon, this monitor is amazing. 165 Hz, lots of different color features, and just a great monitor overall. It has features some $600 monitors would have. Good job Asus.
Plushappyface
2021-01-20T19:00:00
I havent had any issues with this monitor so far, was easy to setup and i love the range of motion is has with the included stand. it can be adjusted up/down, rotated and tilts. The pre made settings are pretty good too.
Nickcards1
2021-01-12T19:00:00
I bought this a few weeks ago and it came around the 4th of January. So far the quality of this monitor for 1080p is amazing. I’m currently using it as a second screen for school and as my display for my Xbox. In the future I’m looking to upgrade to a pc and use this monitor alongside another great Asus monitor.
Manny B.
2020-12-25T19:00:00
I bought this gaming monitor 4 months ago as a replacement to my first monitor. Decided that I would spend the extra money and buy a 165 hz monitor and after doing a lot of looking around I found this one. The easy of use, the clarity of the screen as well as the .5 ms response time were enough to get me to buy. Since this purchase my experience has been very positive. The look and feel of the games that I play regardless of if it is multiplayer or single player always amazes me especially paired with my Asus 2070 Super GPU. Couldn't be more happier with this purchase.
CombatNursing
2020-12-22T00:47:31
It’s a very good monitor.
CHOLA P.
2020-05-14T20:00:00
Just bought this to replace an old 40" HD tv that was my monitor, going from 60hz to 165hz is simply outstanding im no longer waiting for frame updates.
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Wide Screen 27.0" (68.6cm)
16:9
72% (NTSC)
TN
1920x1080
597.6 x 336.15 mm
Non-glare
0.311 mm
400 cd/sq. m
1000:1
100000000:1
170 Degree (H)/160 Degree (V)
0.5ms (GTG, Min.), 1ms (GTG, Ave.)
16.7M
Yes
165Hz
Yes
3 Modes
4 Modes
Yes (Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter/Display Alignment)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
7 Modes (Scenery/Racing/Cinema/RTS/RPG/FPS/sRGB Modes/MOBA Mode)
Yes
Yes
Yes
2W x 2 Stereo RMS
GamePlus
5-way OSD Navigation Joystick
GameVisual
HDMI (v1.4), DisplayPort 1.2, Dual-link DVI-D
Earphone out
3.5mm Mini-Jack
DisplayPort: 195 -195 KHz (H) /40 -165 Hz(V)
HDMI: 30 -140 KHz (H) /40 -120 Hz(V)
DVI: 30 -160 KHz (H) /50 -144 Hz(V)
< 40W
<0.5W
<0.5W
+33 Degree -5 Degree
+90 Degree -90 Degree
+90 Degree -90 Degree
0-130 mm
100x100mm
Yes
Kensington lock
BSMI, CB, CCC, CE, CEL level 1, CU, ErP, FCC, J-MOSS, KCC, PSE, RoHS, UkrSEPRO, UL/cUL, VCCI, WEEE, WHQL (Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7), MEPS, RCM, TUV Flicker-free , eStandby, TUV Low Blue Light, ICES-3, PC recycle
With Stand: 24.3 x 14.8-19.9 x 8.3" (619 x 376-506 x 211mm)
Without Stand: 24.3 x 14.2 x 1.9" (619 x 363 x 50mm)
12.3 lbs (5.6kg)
Without Stand : 7.05 lbs (3.2kg)
192876400548
Awesome value. Best budget monitor
By Plushappyface
Just amazing. Especially for the price. Coming in at around $250 on amazon, this monitor is amazing. 165 Hz, lots of different color features, and just a great monitor overall. It has features some $600 monitors would have. Good job Asus.
pretty awesome monitor
By Nickcards1
I havent had any issues with this monitor so far, was easy to setup and i love the range of motion is has with the included stand. it can be adjusted up/down, rotated and tilts. The pre made settings are pretty good too.
Designed for intense, fast-paced games, ASUS VG278QR is a 27" Full HD gaming display with an ultra-fast 0.5ms response time and blazing 165hz refresh rate to give you super-smooth gameplay. VG278QR features Adaptive-Sync (FreeSync) technology to eliminate screen tearing and choppy frame rate.
Gamer-centric features like ASUS GamePlus enhances your in-game experience, while GameVisual provides various pre-set display modes to optimize visuals for different types of games.
Speed, speed, and more speed
Lightning-fast 0.5ms response time with ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur
ASUS VG278QR is the fastest in its class, boasting a 0.5ms response time to eliminate smearing and motion blur. This lets you react instantly to what you see onscreen, especially in fast paced games - allowing you to take corners like a pro race car driver, or get that headshot like a seasoned pro. There's also the ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB) Technology to make objects in motion look even sharper, so gameplay is more fluid and responsive.
Note: 0.5ms response time is the minimum based on internal tests. Response time may vary depending on test conditions.
Conventional Monitor shows smearing and motion blur while moving fast
Fast 0.5ms Response Time with ASUS ELMB Technology shows smooth graphics while moving fast
Certified NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
VG278QR has been certified as G-SYNC Compatible, delivering a seamless, tear-free gaming experience by enabling VRR by default on NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10-Series and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20-Series graphics cards.
Incredible 165hz refresh rate
With an astonishing 165hz refresh rate, fast-moving visuals pose no problem for VG278QR. There's no frustrating lag, so you get the upper hand in first person shooters, racers, real-time strategy and sports titles.
Adaptive-Sync technology for smooth gameplay
VG278QR features Adaptive-Sync (FreeSync) technology - it eliminates screen tearing and choppy frame rates to give you seamless visuals and smooth gameplay.
GameFast Input Technology - because milliseconds count
Input lag on an LCD monitor is typically much lower than a TV, and ASUS VG278QR features GameFast Input Technology to further minimize input lag. This technology provides much faster motion delivery so you'll always be up to speed with in-game action at the precise timing you need to respond as quickly as is needed.
HDTV
Your command delay appears on the screen and you miss the target.
VG278QR Gaming Monitor
Your command appears on the screen instantly and you can hit that target just in time.
Gamer-centric features
ASUS-exclusive GamePlus technology
ASUS VG278QR features the ASUS-exclusive GamePlus hotkey to give you in-game enhancements that help you get more out of your game. This function is co-developed with pro-gamer input, allowing them to practice and improve their gaming skills. A crosshair overlay provides four different crosshair options, so you can select the one that best suits the shooter you're currently playing.
ASUS-exclusive GameVisual technology
ASUS GameVisual Technology has seven pre-set display modes to optimize visuals for different types of content. This unique feature can be easily accessed through a hotkey or the On Screen Display (OSD) settings menu.
MOBA: Enhances the color of your opponent's health/mana bars, so that you can simultaneously respond and be the first to destroy the opposing team's main structure.
RTS/RPG: Enhances color saturation and contrast sharpness to give you better, brighter colors and detailed visuals for real-time strategy (RTS) or RPG games.
FPS: High contrast settings enhance the visibility even in dark scenes to clearly see your enemies.
sRGB: Ideal settings for viewing photos and graphics online.
Scenery: Provides a greater brightness range and introducing more contrast gradation. It tweaks color saturation for greens and blues, making it ideal for viewing photos and videos that depict scenery.
Racing: Reduces input lag for real time racing and fast ganming experience.
Cinema: Enhances contrast and color saturation for lively, vivid visuals - ideal for viewing movies.
Rich connectivity options, a narrow bezel design
ASUS VG278QR has extensive connectivity options, including dual-link DVI-D, DisplayPort 1.2, and HDMI(v1.4) port, so you can hook it up to a wide array of multimedia devices. It has a super-narrow 1cm bezel ideal for an immersive and panoramic gaming setup.
Smart Cable Management
A smart cable management design feature found on the stand of VG278QR helps you organize and hide cables to keep your gaming area tidy.
Designed for gaming marathon
Flicker-Free technology
Flicker-Free technology reduces flicker to give you a comfortable gaming experience. This minimizes instances of eyestrain and other potentially damaging eye ailments when you're embroiled in long, drawn-out gaming sessions.
Ultra-Low Blue Light technology
ASUS Ultra-Low Blue Light technology reduces the amount of blue light. You can access and select four different filter settings onscreen easily through the OSD menu or DisplayWidget UI to find the best one that suits the task at hand.
Low Blue Light Level
The VG278QR gaming monitor has undergone stringent performance tests and is certified by TUV Rheinland laboratories, a global provider of technical, safety, and certification services, to be flicker-free and to emit low blue light levels.
Ergonomically designed and wall-mountable
ASUS VG278QR is specially designed for long marathon gaming sessions. Its ergonomically-designed stand lets you adjust the tilt, swivel, pivot, and height of the monitor so you always find your ideal viewing position. It can also be VESA wall-mounted to fit in any limited space.
Height adjustment (0-130mm)
Swivel (+90 Degree -90 Degree )
Pivot (+90 Degree -90 Degree ) (clockwise & counterclockwise)
Tilt (+33 Degree -5 Degree )