ASUS ROG Blue Light Mode Gaming Monitor
Last updated: October 13, 2023
This gaming monitor boasts a smaller, 27-inch size, but that doesn't mean its lacking in display. The notably low response time makes it virtually impossible to notice any trail in the images while gaming. The refresh rate of 165Hz is the most impressive feature, giving the player a flicker-free experience.
We looked at the top Gaming Monitors and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Gaming Monitor you should buy.
Product Details
Key Takeaway: This smaller gaming monitor still packs a punch, with a low response time and an impressive refresh rate.
In our analysis of 54 expert reviews, the ASUS ROG Blue Light Mode Gaming Monitor
placed 5th when we looked at the top 11 products in the category. For the full ranking,
see below.
From The Manufacturer
Surrounded by 144Hz pretenders to the throne, only the ROG SWIFT PG279Q is utterly victorious with 165Hz refresh rate on IPS and NVIDIA G-SYNC Technology. Equipped with ASUS exclusive Eye Care and ergonomics to minimize eye stress, prepare to stay on top of your game for extended amounts of time. Display Colors : 16.7M (real 8 bit). IPS is a type of panel technology of that provides a wide field of view. Based on the principle that liquid crystal polymer runs horizontally, this allows for good viewing at wide angles and a fast response speed.
Doug Brennan Tech writer for Digital Addicts, avid PC/console gamerDoug Brennan is an avid PC/console gamer for the past 20+ years, and writer for Digital Addicts. In his spare time, he’s an active member on a number of computer peripheral forums (
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Expert Reviews
What reviewers liked
The Asus ROG Swift PG279Q is the best G-Sync gaming monitor. At 27 inches, this $800 display is a perfect size for immersive gaming without it feeling overwhelming, and its 2560×1440 resolution gives you plenty of desktop space for your work.
The ASUS PG279Q has excellent motion handling. It has a remarkably low response time, thus you can only notice a very slight trail following the image.
Huge refresh rate spectrum
Color accuracy is the same at 165Hz as it is at 60Hz. The blue light filter hurts color accuracy, though the display actually manages a delta error of only 1.5 at the first level of filter, which is still quite good.
The monitor's build quality and features are top-notch; you can really tell that Asus pulled out all the stops on technology and features.
Low blue light and flicker free eye care feature
The monitor has an incredible refresh rate which ensures that you witness the best of the graphics that any video game has to offer. The barrier of 144Hz has been broken by this screen as it offers a refresh rate of 165Hz, which ensures that the user can see smooth graphics and enjoy their gaming session to the fullest.
The monitor is also equipped with NVIDIA’s ULMB (Ultra Low Motion Blur) which via backlight strobing provides a CRT-like motion clarity for better aiming/tracking in first-person shooters.
What reviewers didn't like
The PG279Q uses a power brick instead of the regular three-pin power cord most monitors use. The brick is bulky and annoying to manage if you’re trying to keep the cables under your desk tidy, and the it will be harder to replace if you lose it.
The monitor has a low native contrast ratio so blacks appear gray in a dark room, but good viewing angles so the image remains accurate when viewed from up-close.
Significant light output reduction in ULMB mode
We measured a curve of 2.4, which is off the target of 2.2. Most competitors come in at the ideal 2.2, or at 2.1. Higher numbers represent darker reproduction of grayscale. In practice, this means that images will appear darker than they should. It’s not a huge concern for gamers, but it’ll be a problem for anyone who edits photos, videos, or other digital media, given the monitor provides no option for gamma adjustment.
The edge where the panel meets the bezel combined with the glass has a slight magnifying effect.
G-SYNC will only work on GTX 650 Ti Boost or higher spec graphics cards with DisplayPort output
It is a little bit on the pricey side
Calibration is necessary for the optimal picture quality
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