AOC Q27G40XMN
Score: 87/100
Asus TUF Gaming 27
Score: 82/100Rankings
The AOC Q27G40XMN is a 27-inch Mini-LED VA gaming monitor offering exceptional HDR brightness, a 180 Hz refresh rate, and low input lag. It excels in visual performance but is limited by a basic tilt-only stand and lack of built-in speakers or USB hubs.
The ASUS TUF VG27AQ is a 27-inch QHD IPS gaming monitor that combines a 165 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response, and adaptive-sync support with solid color accuracy and extensive ergonomics, making it a strong value for competitive gamers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
27 inchesbest | 27 inchesbest | |
3,686,400 pixelsbest | 3,686,400 pixelsbest | |
180 Hzbest | 165 Hz | |
1,357 nitsbest | 350 nits | |
5,000best | 1,000 | |
100 %best | 100 %best | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 1 msbest |
| ↓ lower better | 0.233 mmbest | 0.233 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(5) | ||
Resolution (total pixels) (pixels) | 3686400 pixels | 2560x1440 pixels |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 180 Hz | 165 Hz |
Panel Type | VA | IPS |
Brightness (nits) | 1357 nits | 350 nits |
Static Contrast Ratio | 5000 | 1000 |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 27.5 W | 27 W |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports (count) | 1 count | 2 count |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (degrees) | 28 degrees | 38 degrees |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | false | true |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Q27G40XMN for delivering one of the brightest and most contrasty LCDs with superb overdrive and low input lag, while noting the ergonomic stand and lack of USB/audio features as drawbacks.
Everyday users commend the monitor's cinematic HDR impact, smooth 180 Hz gameplay and solid build, but mention the cheap tilt-only stand, absence of speakers/USB, occasional VRR flicker and color dithering at high refresh rates.
Professional reviewers consider the VG27AQ a top-value pick in the 1440p gaming segment, lauding its color accuracy, high refresh rate, and ergonomic design while noting the lack of a true HDR certification and the brightness trade-off of ELMB Sync.
Everyday users praise the monitor's price-to-performance ratio, vibrant colors, smooth 165 Hz gameplay, and versatile stand, but many complain about HDR disappointment, early-unit pixel defects, and the need for a better DisplayPort cable.
“great value”
“best budget HDR monitor”
“Great clarity and sharpness for 27-inch 1440p”
