Newest Asus OLED gaming monitor reaches 720 Hz at HD resolution, boasting dual refresh rates that offer 540 Hz at QHD.
Asus has recently introduced an exciting lineup of OLED gaming monitors, including the ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W, ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG, and ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG Gen 2. Each monitor offers unique features tailored to gamers and content creators, providing an immersive and high-performance viewing experience.
Key Specifications and Differences
Here's a comparison of the key features, specifications, and differences between the three monitors:
| Feature | ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W | ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG | ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG Gen 2 | |-----------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | Panel Size | 26.5-inch QHD (2560x1440) | 26.5-inch QHD | 26.5-inch QHD | | Panel Type | Tandem OLED (new tech with improved brightness, color volume, lifespan) | Tandem OLED | WOLED (Gen 2) | | Refresh Rate | 540 Hz native @ QHD; 720 Hz @ 720p in dual-mode | 280 Hz | 240 Hz | | Response Time (GtG) | 0.03 ms | 0.03 ms | 0.03 ms | | HDR Certification | VESA DisplayHDR 500 True Black | VESA DisplayHDR 500 True Black | VESA DisplayHDR 400 True Black | | Color Coverage | 99.5% DCI-P3, True 10-bit, Delta E < 2 | 99.5% DCI-P3, True 10-bit, Delta E < 2 | 99% DCI-P3, True 10-bit, Delta E < 2 | | Special Features | Dual mode refresh (QHD 540 Hz & HD 720 Hz), TrueBlack Glossy coating, OLED Care Pro with Neo Proximity Sensor, DisplayPort 2.1a UHBR20 (80Gbps), HDMI 2.1, tripod socket | Compact stand (30% smaller than predecessors), TrueBlack Glossy coating, OLED Care Pro with Neo Proximity Sensor, HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4 (DSC), USB Hub, tripod socket | Compact stand, OLED Care Pro with Neo Proximity Sensor, DisplayPort, HDMI 2.1, USB hub connectivity |
Key Differences and Context
Panel Technology
The PG27AQWP-W and XG27AQWMG both utilise the new Tandem OLED technology, which boasts a 15% increase in peak brightness, a 25% wider colour volume, and a 60% longer lifespan compared to previous WOLED panels. The XG27AQDMG Gen 2 sticks with the standard WOLED tech but remains competitive.
Refresh Rate
The PG27AQWP-W is the fastest with a native 540 Hz refresh rate at QHD and an overclocked 720 Hz at 720p, targeting extreme competitive gaming fluidity. The XG27AQWMG offers a high 280 Hz refresh rate, still excellent for fast gaming, while the XG27AQDMG Gen 2 caps at 240 Hz.
HDR Performance
The PG27AQWP-W and XG27AQWMG hold a higher HDR certification (DisplayHDR 500 True Black), promising better HDR performance than the XG27AQDMG Gen 2’s DisplayHDR 400.
Design
The XG27AQWMG and the XG27AQDMG Gen 2 both feature a more compact stand design (about 30% smaller for the XG27AQWMG) compared to the PG27AQWP-W, which also offers additional connectivity with DisplayPort 2.1a for higher bandwidth.
Additional Features
All three monitors include ASUS’s OLED Care Pro technology with the Neo Proximity Sensor, which detects user presence to reduce burn-in risk by switching the screen off when no one is in front of the monitor.
Summary
The PG27AQWP-W is the top-tier, fastest, and brightest monitor with advanced Tandem OLED and dual refresh modes, ideal for gamers chasing maximum performance. The XG27AQWMG offers many Tandem OLED benefits with a slightly lower refresh rate and a more compact form factor, suitable for gamers and content creators wanting excellent colour accuracy and HDR. The XG27AQDMG Gen 2 is a solid, slightly more affordable option with Gen 2 WOLED, a lower refresh rate, and similar burn-in protection features.
[1] Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W
[2] Asus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG
[3] Asus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG Gen 2
[4] DisplayHDR 500 True Black
[5] DisplayHDR 400 True Black
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