ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM 27” HDR Monitor, 1080P Full HD (1920 x 1080), Fast IPS, 280Hz, G-SYNC Compatible, Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync (ELMB SYNC), 1ms, DisplayHDR 400, Black

I paid $300 for this thing in January 2024, it is now July 2025 and it's now $200 dollars on sale. Please, do yourself a favor and grab this asap. It is an absolute steal for this monitor, let me tell you why. I usually don't write reviews, like ever.... but I just wanted to take a quick moment to say that I have used many different monitors in the past, ranging from a SceptreY40, Acer Predator Z35, also Z35p (1440p variant), a Samsung G65b, an Aorus FV43U, and a recent 1440p KTC monitor, and despite all those I found myself going right back to the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM 27” 1080p. YES, it is that good! I can't believe that a small 27" 1080p screen outshines those other ones. Where it lacks in size and pixels, it makes up for it with great colors, outstanding speed and motion clarity, with 280hz refresh rate. It's so fast and smooth it makes you feel like you have super human precision when playing FPS games, or any game for that matter. There is almost absolutely no ghosting at all (I never noticed any), no overshoot issues, etc. I mean this thing just feels crazy fast, and the HDR400 on this thing, while being entry level HDR, looks outstanding imo. As a matter of fact it almost looks as good as the HDR600 from the Samsung G65b and that thing gets really bright. It's also very colorful. I like to turn the HDR on, bump up SDR content brightness settings level in System > Display > HDR, and then I open Nvidia control panel and bump up digital vibrance to about 55% and the color on it looks immaculate (at least to me). And I expected nothing less considering it's a fast IPS display, so it makes sense. But yeah this monitor is way better than I expected, even other monitors of high resolution and bigger size can't compete with this little monster, Asus did an outstanding job with this model. I'd say if this was too small and you wanted a somewhat alternative to this thing like an ultrawide, the ASUS TUF Gaming 34” 1440P 1500R Curved Monitor (VG34VQL3A) is probably the way to go as it is wider and looks much better despite being a VA panel though it lacks in motion clarity, and even then, I STILL don't think it's quite like this little 27 inch 1080p screen. Whether you're an esports gamer or just a casual, I think this monitor will make anybody happy unless you're looking for bigger size and a curve, which this obviously doesn't have. Imo if you're upgrading from this thing, you should be aiming for a good OLED or Mini LED, otherwise just get this thing, best value for money in my humble opinion. I hope this helps someone out there!

For a couple hundred dollars and some change, you are getting HDR, GSYNC, and insanely high framrates. I have yet to test the 280hz functionality, but so far, I can confirm that you get 240hz straight out of the box. It is unnecessarily high framerate. The setup is incredibly easy. You are even provided a screwdriver, albeit a strange L-shaped one. I do appreciate that no outside tools are technically needed for the setup. It is an intuitive process. Out of the box, the monitor presents a solid image. It is not as sharp as my previous LG 1080p monitor, but the HDR actually elevates the image within games. The stand is solid and sturdy. I appreciate that the height and angle are completely and easily adjustable. Now, some features of the monitor are not explained in a menu. Rather, they are set up via a menu in the monitor. My only gripe with the monitor is that I wish they explained how to enable GSYNC within the manual. The monitor appears to not have GSYNC capabilities if you look in your NVIDIA settings. You have to enable it using the monitor's menu. That is a small complaint because the monitor is otherwise a great value for the price. I would recommend this monitor to anyone with a RTX 4060 (or similar NVIDIA card) wanting to get the best image out of their graphics card without using DLSS or sacrificing performance by using a 1440p monitor. 2K and 4K are the future of gaming, but for those of us on a budget (or without much desk space,) this is the way to go! Sidenote: I thought that I was experiencing a dead pixel, but it was in fact a black spec on the screen. I also have not experienced any ghosting. I have played Dead Space (2023) and Detroit: Become Human with this monitor thus far. I did experience screen tear in Detroit: Become Human, but this was resolved when I set the max framerate to 60 instead of the default 30.

Great monitor! A little fyi for some: the normal refresh rate for this monitor is 240 Hz, but if you overclock it, you can get the 280 Hz as advertised. I was confused at first thinking I was getting scammed at not getting 280 Hz right of the bat but then realized that is only when you overclock it. Other than that, it works great, color is great, and games run very smooth on it. Also, it provides many different angles so you can adjust it to pretty much whatever you want which is another good feature. You can play sound from the monitor, which isn't the best and isn't that loud but it can still get the job done but I'd definitely recommend using headphones. Finally, it was very easy to set up.

Great monitor

Es un buen monitor en general, no me ha dado problemas de nada, PERO: Obviamente lo quieres, para sacarle provecho a su tasa de Hz unicamente en juegos competitivos (multijugador en linea) asi que si deseas jugar cosas en solitario te recomendaria un monitor de menos Hz y mejores atributos que este monitor, la mayoria de juegos los estoy jugando a 60 FPS, por temas de cuidar mi GPU (RTX 3070), ya que, al incrementar la frecuencia incluso en juegos que no son demandantes en temas de graficos, se llega a poner en temperaturas peligrosas mi GPU (como por ejemplo el Rogue Genesia, inclusive reduciendo el apartado grafico al minimo, por la cantidad de elementos que se despliegan en simultaneo en la pantalla, superando la demanda de juegos AAA) es mas por lo mismo ni si quiera estoy aprovechando la maxima resolucion, los juego a 1600*900 en pantalla completa sin bordes y obvio que se agradece el tener extra espacio para tareas multitask por su tamaño de 1920*1080. Sinceramente es mi primer monitor que compro para este proposito, pero de haber tenido mas experiencia, hubiese elegido uno con mejores prestaciones en temas de los colores, brillo, incluso resolucion mas amplia, pero aun asi, le doy 5 estrellas. Lo unico negativo que le podria criticar, es el tema de pasar el cableado por la base incluida del monitor, tiene un compartimento exclusivo para el cableado, pero es tan estrecho y la entrada esta a una cierta altura, la salida a otra altura diferente y basicamente tienes que dibujar una pequeña S para poder pasar tu cable en ese compartimento, lo cual es un poco extraño, la verdad es que si me costo trabajo lograrlo ya que solo habia espacio para pasar mis dedos y el cable...

4k would be better than this. This only supports 1080p. For this screen size, it's better to go with higher resolution. Will take a day to adjust your eyes, if you were previously using a MacBook with retina display. It's great for your eyes, really huge, I use it for coding, gaming, watching movies etc Made in China.

I've been using a 60hz tv for most of my life, so when I bought this monitor and plugged it in for the first time it blew my mind. The quality is crazy and the high refresh rate was instantly noticeable. Not a single bad pixel or crack in the screen everything came flawless. If your still using a 60hz monitor and have 500$ to spare (it cost 529$ for me) then this is an absolute buy! dont think about it just get it.

Great quality, speed and has built in speakers

I recently purchased the **Asus TUF Gaming VG279QM 27” HDR Monitor**, and I have to say, it’s an absolute game-changer! ### **Pros:** - **Super Smooth 280Hz Refresh Rate**: The 280Hz refresh rate makes gameplay incredibly smooth, especially for fast-paced shooters. If you're into competitive gaming, this is a must-have feature. - **1ms Response Time**: The 1ms response time is fantastic for reducing motion blur. Combined with the 280Hz, it creates an ultra-responsive and fluid experience. - **G-Sync Compatible**: The G-Sync compatibility eliminates screen tearing and stuttering. I’ve had zero issues with tearing, even in graphically intense games. - **ELMB Sync (Extreme Low Motion Blur)**: This feature works like a charm. It significantly reduces ghosting during fast-moving scenes, which is perfect for games like *Call of Duty* or *Apex Legends*. - **DisplayHDR 400**: The HDR support adds a nice touch of vibrancy to colors. Although it’s not the best HDR experience compared to higher-end monitors, it still enhances the overall visual quality. - **Full HD Resolution (1920x1080)**: For a 27-inch display, 1080p looks sharp, and it’s easier on the GPU for pushing higher frame rates. ### **Cons:** - **HDR Performance**: The HDR400 is decent, but if you're looking for deep blacks and brighter highlights, you may want to consider higher HDR models. Still, it’s good for the price. - **Limited Adjustability**: While the stand is sturdy, the adjustability is somewhat limited in terms of height and tilt options. ### **Verdict:** For competitive gamers who want **ultra-smooth performance**, the **Asus TUF VG279QM** is a fantastic choice. The combination of **280Hz, G-Sync**, and **ELMB Sync** makes it perfect for fast-paced games. The **HDR support** and **Full HD** resolution are solid, making this a versatile monitor for gaming and general use. Highly recommended for those looking to boost their gaming experience!