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2025-06-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Crisp visuals, buttery smooth gameplay - love it!

Been using the ASUS VG279Q1A for a few weeks now, and honestly, it's one of the best upgrades I've made to my setup. The 165Hz refresh rate makes everything feel super fluid, especially when I'm gaming - motion blur is basically non-existent. Colors are vibrant, and the IPS panel gives great viewing angles, which is awesome if you're doing more than just gaming. It came with plenty of display options and was easy to set up right out of the box. I also really appreciate the eye care tech - less strain during long sessions, which is huge. The stand's not bad either; it's adjustable and feels sturdy. Whether you're playing fast-paced shooters or just binge-watching shows, this monitor delivers.

MIZIANO191

2022-06-05T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Works Great! Love this!

Nice size screen, excellent Picture, Hooked up Easily, Family Happy! Husband Extremely Pleased! Works Very Well, when I build a new Asus Box, will get another Asus Monitor

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ASUS VG279Q1A Specifications

Display

Display

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  • Panel Size

    Wide Screen 27.0"(68.47cm) 16:9

  • Color Saturation

    72% NTSC

  • Panel Type

    IPS

  • True Resolution

    1920x1080

  • Display Viewing Area(HxV)

    597.888 x 336.312mm

  • Display Surface

    Non-glare

  • Pixel Pitch

    0.311mm

  • Brightness (Max)

    250 cd/sq. m

  • Contrast Ratio (Max)

    1000:1

  • Viewing Angle (CR > = 10)

    178 Degree (H)/178 Degree (V)

  • Response Time

    1ms MPRT

  • Display Colors

    16.7M

  • Flicker free

    Yes

  • Refresh Rate (max)

    165Hz

Video Feature

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  • Trace Free Technology

    Yes

  • GamePlus (modes)

    Yes (Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter/Display Alignment)

  • Low Blue Light

    Yes

  • HDCP support

    Yes

  • GameVisual

    7 Modes(Scenery/Racing/Cinema/RTS/RPG/FPS/sRGB Modes/MOBA Mode)

  • Features

    FreeSync technology supported
    Extreme Low Motion Blur
    GameFast Input technology
    Shadow Boost

Audio Features

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  • Stereo Speakers

    2W x 2 Stereo RMS

I/O Ports

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  • Signal Input

    HDMI(v1.4) x2, DisplayPort 1.2

  • Earphone jack

    3.5mm Mini-Jack

Signal Frequency

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  • Digital Signal Frequency

    DisplayPort:200 -200 KHz (H) /48 -165 Hz(V)

  • HDMI

    30 -180 KHz (H) /48 -144 Hz(V)

Power Consumption

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  • Power Consumption

    Power Consumption: <16 W
    Power Saving Mode: <0.5W
    Power Off Mode: <0.5W
    Voltage : 100-240V, 50 / 60Hz

Mechanical Design

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  • Tilt

    +23 Degree --5 Degree

  • Swivel

    +15 Degree --15 Degree

  • VESA Wall Mounting

    100x100mm

  • Frameless Design

    Yes

Security

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  • Security

    Kensington lock

Physical

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  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    With Stand: 24 x 17.8 x 8.4" (614.9 x 454.34 x 213.79mm)
    Without Stand: 24.1 x 14.3 x 2.24" (614.09 x 364 x 56.95mm)

  • Weight

    9.7 lbs (4.4kg)
    7.5 lbs (3.4kg) (Weight without stand)

  • UPC Code

    192876870327

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Crisp visuals, buttery smooth gameplay - love it!

By MIZIANO191

Been using the ASUS VG279Q1A for a few weeks now, and honestly, it's one of the best upgrades I've made to my setup. The 165Hz refresh rate makes everything feel super fluid, especially when I'm gaming - motion blur is basically non-existent. Colors are vibrant, and the IPS panel gives great viewing angles, which is awesome if you're doing more than just gaming. It came with plenty of display options and was easy to set up right out of the box. I also really appreciate the eye care tech - le...

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Works Great! Love this!

By RexiTech1G

Nice size screen, excellent Picture, Hooked up Easily, Family Happy! Husband Extremely Pleased! Works Very Well, when I build a new Asus Box, will get another Asus Monitor

All the Essentials for Smooth Gaming
TUF Gaming VG279Q1A is a 27-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) IPS display with an ultrafast 165Hz refresh rate. Designed for gamers and others seeking immersive gameplay, it offers some serious specs. But there's more ....

Its exclusive ELMB function features a 1ms MPRT response time and Adaptive-Sync (FreeSync Premium) technology, for extremely fluid gameplay without tearing and stuttering.

27 inch IPS display for better color reproduction
The 27-inch Full HD (1920 X 1080) IPS panel of TUF Gaming VG279Q1A delivers stunning visuals from all angles with wide 178-degree viewing angles ensure minimal distortion and color shift even when you're viewing from extreme positions.

Super-fast 165Hz refresh rate
An impressive 165Hz refresh rate eliminates lag and motion blur to give you the upper hand in first-person shooter, racing, real-time strategy, and sports titles. This ultrafast refresh rate lets you play at the highest visual settings and react instantly to what's onscreen.

Enjoy super-smooth gameplay
Features the latest ASUS-exclusive Extreme Low Motion Blur technology, which achieves 1ms MPRT to eliminate smearing and motion blur, and makes objects in motion look sharper, so gameplay is more fluid and responsive.

High-flying design
TUF Gaming VG279Q1A has a stealth fighter inspired design that gives it a dynamic, futuristic look. The rear panel features wing-like elements, giving it a sensation of speed. A svelte, minimalist stand ensures stability and a touch of elegance.

In-Game Enhancements

DisplayWidget Lite

Intuitive controls
ASUS DisplayWidget Lite is a software utility that lets you easily and quickly tweak settings or configure ASUS-exclusive features such as Shadow Boost, ASUS GameVisual, and more.

ShadowBoost

See what's lurking in the shadows
ASUS Shadow Boost technology clarifies dark areas of the game without overexposing brighter areas, improving overall viewing while also making it easier to spot enemies hidden in dark areas of the map.

GamePlus
The ASUS-exclusive, integrated GamePlus hotkey offers in-game enhancements that help you get more out of your game. This function is co-developed with input from pro gamers, allowing them to practice and improve their gaming skills.

GameVisual
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 settings menu

Racing: Reduces input lag for real time racing and fast gaming experience.

MOBA: Enhances the color of your opponents' health/mana bars, so that you can simultaneously respond and be the first to destroy the opposing team's main.

Cinema: Enhances contrast and color saturation for lively, vivid visuals - ideal for viewing movies.

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 introduces more contrast gradations. It tweaks color saturation for greens and blues, making it ideal for viewing photos and videos that depict scenery.

Flicker-Free technology
Flicker-Free technology reduces flicker to minimize eyestrain for improved comfort when you're embroiled in long gaming sessions.

Ultra-Low Blue Light technology
ASUS Ultra-Low Blue Light technology reduces the amount of potentially harmful blue light emitted by the display. Four different filter settings are available to control the amount of blue light reduction.

Engineering

Rich connectivity
Enjoy extensive connectivity options, including DisplayPort 1.2, two HDMI (V1.4), and a 3.5 mm audio jack for connecting to a wide range of multimedia devices.

Ergonomic design
With an ergonomically-designed stand, TUF Gaming VG279Q1A provides tilt and swivel so you can easily find your ideal viewing position. The display is also VESA-compatible for wall mounting.

ASUS VG279Q1A Features

  • 27-inch Full HD (1920x1080) IPS gaming monitor with ultrafast 165Hz refresh rate designed for professional gamers and immersive gameplay
  • ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB) technology enables a 1ms response time (MPRT) together with Adaptive-sync, eliminating ghosting and tearing for sharp gaming visuals with high frame rates
  • FreeSync Premium technology to eliminate screen tearing and choppy frame rates
  • Supports both Adaptive-Sync with NVIDIA GeForce graphics cards and FreeSync with AMD Radeon graphics cards Compatible with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10 series, GTX 16 series, RTX 20 series and newer graphics cards
  • Shadow Boost enhances image details in dark areas, brightening scenes without over-exposing bright areas

Key Features

  • FreeSync Premium technology to eliminate screen tearing and choppy frame rates

What's in the box:

  • TUF VG279Q1A 27" 16:9 Full HD 165Hz IPS Gaming Monitor
  • Power Cord
  • Power Adapter
  • Quick Start Guide
  • ASUS 3 Year Limited Warranty