LG 27US500-W
Score: 78/100
Asus VA279HG
Score: 71/100Rankings
The LG 27US500-W is a 27-inch 4K IPS monitor with excellent color accuracy, HDR10 support and a sleek borderless design, aimed at creators and office users. Its ergonomic options are limited to tilt only, and the 60 Hz panel is not suited for fast-paced gaming.
The ASUS VA279HG is a 27-inch Full HD IPS monitor offering a 120 Hz refresh rate and eye-care technologies, targeting office, home-office and casual-gaming users who value comfort and smooth visuals over high resolution or advanced ergonomics. Its limited connectivity and lack of height adjustment keep it from being a premium solution.
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27 inchesbest | 27 inchesbest | |
60 Hz | 120 Hzbest | |
300 nitsbest | 300 nitsbest | |
1,000 ratio | 1,500 ratiobest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 ms | 1 msbest |
2 countbest | 1 count | |
1 countbest | — | |
— | 28 degreesbest |
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Display(6) | ||
Resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 Hz | 120 Hz |
HDR Support | true | false |
Contrast Ratio (ratio) | 1000 ratio | 1500 ratio |
Response Time (ms) | 5 ms | 1 ms |
Color Gamut | DCI-P3 90% | 99% sRGB |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports (count) | 2 count | 1 count |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (degrees) | -5 to 15 degrees | 28 degrees |
Warranty & Power(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 36 months |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Reviewers commend its color accuracy, 90% DCI-P3 coverage and HDR10, but note the modest HDR brightness and lack of ergonomic adjustments as drawbacks.
Users love the crisp 4K picture and eye-comfort features, while criticizing the flimsy stand, lack of height adjustment and the external power brick.
Professional reviewers consider the VA279HG a solid, value-driven choice for productivity and casual gaming, highlighting its 120 Hz panel, TÜV-certified eye-care technologies, and IPS color performance. However, they note its limited connectivity (no DisplayPort/USB) and lack of height adjustment as drawbacks for premium or competitive-gaming use.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the eye-care features and the smooth 120 Hz experience, especially for long work hours and light gaming. Common criticisms focus on the low 1080p resolution on a large screen, occasional factory-calibration inconsistencies, and the missing height-adjustment mechanism.
“Users consistently commend the eye comfort features, especially those working long hours or with sensitive eyes.”
“The 120Hz refresh rate is frequently mentioned as a noticeable upgrade from 60Hz, improving both gaming and general UI responsiveness.”
