AOC Q27G4ZMN
Score: 92/100
Asus TUF Gaming 27
Score: 82/100Rankings
The AOC Q27G4ZMN is a 27-inch Mini-LED VA gaming monitor delivering QHD resolution, 240 Hz refresh, and DisplayHDR 1000 performance. It excels in brightness, contrast and color accuracy while offering a fully adjustable ergonomic stand.
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 | |
240 Hzbest | 165 Hz | |
450 nitsbest | 350 nits | |
5,000best | 1,000 | |
106 %best | 100 % | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 1 msbest |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0.233 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(5) | ||
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 240 Hz | 165 Hz |
Panel Type | VA | IPS |
Brightness (nits) | 450 nits | 350 nits |
Static Contrast Ratio | 5000 | 1000 |
Color Gamut Coverage (%) | 106 % | 100 % |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 31.9 W | 27 W |
Ergonomics(3) | ||
Tilt Range (degrees) | -5 to 23 degrees | 38 degrees |
Swivel Range (degrees) | 20 degrees | 180 degrees |
Height Adjustment Range (mm) | 0-125 mm | 130 mm |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | false | true |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers rate the Q27G4ZMN 4.5/5, highlighting its OLED-like brightness and contrast, precise factory calibration, and blistering 240 Hz performance as a rare combination at its price point.
Everyday users echo the professional praise, especially appreciating the monitor's brightness, color vibrancy, and fluid gameplay.
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.
“Best 1440p monitor under $300.”
“Colors pop, and the 165 Hz feels buttery smooth.”
“HDR is a joke - don't believe the box.”
