The Asus VG27AQL1A is a FreeSync gaming monitor, but it also works with G-Sync Compatible mode flawlessly. This capability makes a monitor valuable since you don’t have to ditch it right away if you decide to switch between the GPU brands during an upgrade cycle. Input lag sits below 4ms at 170Hz, so there is no need to worry about delays or de-synced instances. Thoughts on the Asus VG27AQL1A An impressive 170Hz* 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.

Helping lend a more modern aesthetic are slimmed top and side bezels that are noticeably less chunky than the outgoing model, and the square stand has been swapped in favour of a V-shaped base that we prefer. Versatility is still decent with up to 130mm of height adjustment, +20°/-5° of tilt, and the ability to swivel 20° in either direction. There is also an option to pivot 90° - though we don't imagine many gamers taking that up - and if you prefer to use your own mounting kit, the supplied stand is easily removed to reveal a regular 100mm VESA mount. We didn’t calibrate the Asus VG27AQL1A since it was already good as it is, so most would only need to adjust the brightness to start using it. It also comes with a few filters for different genres which aren’t as accurate as the default setting, but nice enough to play around with. Enhances colour saturation and contrast sharpness to give you better, brighter colours and detailed visuals for real-time strategy (RTS) or RPG games. G-SYNC Compatible, delivering a seamless, tear-free gaming experience by enabling VRR (variable refresh rate) by default.

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G-SYNC Compatible ready, delivering a seamless, tear-free gaming experience by enabling VRR (variable refresh rate) by default.

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 The Best Adobe RGB Monitors for Editing – Buying Guide 2022 Adobe RGB monitors are a staple for designers and studios who want a wide gamut-screen that is beneficial for creating… High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology with professional color gamut delivers contrast and color performance that meets the DisplayHDR™ 400 certification. TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A is a 27-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) HDR IPS display with an ultrafast 170Hz* refresh rate. Designed for gamers and others seeking immersive gameplay, it offers some serious specs. But there's more ... Too rich for your wallet? Yeah, me too, but don't be discouraged as Asus does have more palatable offerings under its TUF Gaming umbrella. This mid-range product line typically offers a healthy dose of gaming enhancements, looks sleek but not ostentatious, and tends not to break the bank. Those attributes are very much evident in the new TUF VG27AQL1A.The pixel density on the Asus VG27AQL1A is the current sweet spot between sharpness and visibility. You don’t have to suffer through microscopic text when processing documents or browsing, but games will noticeably look crisper and more detailed. QHD is more taxing on your GPU, but you can reduce post-processing effects like Anti-Aliasing without sacrificing the graphics versus a 1080p screen.