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ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ vs ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

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ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ

Global manufacturer specification · ROG STRIX XG27WQ

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ROG STRIX XG27WQ monitor, identified in the ASUS Global catalogue. Specifications below retain the manufacturer’s configuration and interface conditions.

Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.

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WHAT DIFFERS

165 HzMaximum refresh rate170 Hz

Audio and speaker specificationSpeaker:NoSpeaker: Yes(2Wx2)

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ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

UK manufacturer specification · TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

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TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A monitor, identified in the ASUS UK catalogue. Specifications below retain the manufacturer’s configuration and interface conditions.

Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

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SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE7 topics

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Max refresh

Maximum manufacturer-listed refresh rate, not measured motion clarity. The port-specific limits below matter; HDMI and DisplayPort can support different modes.

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ165 Hz

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed maximum; input-specific signal-frequency restrictions, overclocking and source/cable requirements remain as shown in the specifications. Digital Signal Frequency : HDMI: 30~90KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V) DP: 30~222KHz(H) / 48~165Hz(V) Analog Signal Frequency : NA

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ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A170 Hz

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed maximum; input-specific signal-frequency restrictions, overclocking and source/cable requirements remain as shown in the specifications. Digital Signal Frequency : DP : 250kHz~250kHz(H) / 48Hz ~ 170Hz(V)(OverClocking) HDMI : 30kHz to 223kHz(H) / 48Hz~144Hz (V)

Source 1

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Match the monitor to the connection. Refresh limits depend on the input, cable and source device. Confirm the exact regional ports, stand adjustment and mount. Manufacturer response-time methods such as MPRT and GtG are different; neither the image nor these figures establish an independent motion or colour-quality test.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

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6 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. All are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Maximum refresh rate

In Visual facts

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ165 Hz

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A170 Hz

Sources

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed maximum; input-specific signal-frequency restrictions, overclocking and source/cable requirements remain as shown in the specifications. Digital Signal Frequency : DP : 250kHz~250kHz(H) / 48Hz ~ 170Hz(V)(OverClocking) HDMI : 30kHz to 223kHz(H) / 48Hz~144Hz (V)

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications

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Inputs and versions

In Visual facts

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQDisplayPort 1.2 x 1 HDMI (v2.0)x 2 Earphone jack: Yes USB Hub: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A USB 3.0 (Signal)x 2

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1ADisplayPort 1.2 x 1 HDMI(v2.0) x 2 Earphone Jack: Yes

Sources

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ

Manufacturer specification

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

Manufacturer specification

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications

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Stand and mounting details

In Visual facts

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQTilt: Yes (+20° ~ -5°) Swivel: Yes (+50° ~ -50°) Height Adjustment: 0~100mm VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm Lighting effect (Aura): Aura Sync ROG Light Signal: Yes Kensington Lock: Yes

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1ATilt: Yes (+20° ~ -5°) Height Adjustment: No VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm Kensington Lock: Yes

Sources

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ

Manufacturer specification

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

Manufacturer specification

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications

Compare the supplied stand and mounting requirements. These affect positioning and desk fit; they do not establish panel quality. Check any separately stated limits or conflicting dimensions.

Audio and speaker specification

In Visual facts

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQSpeaker:No

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1ASpeaker: Yes(2Wx2)

Sources

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ

Manufacturer specification

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

Manufacturer specification

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications

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Input-specific signal modes

In Visual facts

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQDigital Signal Frequency: HDMI: 30~90KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V) DP: 30~222KHz(H) / 48~165Hz(V) Analog Signal Frequency: NA

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1ADigital Signal Frequency: DP: 250kHz~250kHz(H) / 48Hz ~ 170Hz(V)(OverClocking) HDMI: 30kHz to 223kHz(H) / 48Hz~144Hz (V)

Sources

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ

Manufacturer specification

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

Manufacturer specification

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications

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Dimensions with supplied configuration

In Visual facts

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQPhys. Dimension with stand (W x H x D): 61.95 x 52.34 x 26.86 cm (24.39" x 20.61" x 10.57")

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1APhys. Dimension (W x H x D): 61.52 x 45.49 x 21.35 cm (24.22" x 17.91" x 8.41")

Sources

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer estimated dimensions; original ordering, units and regional qualifications retained. See source for stand configuration.

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer estimated dimensions; original ordering, units and regional qualifications retained. See source for stand configuration.

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (2)

Height adjustment

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQNot verified

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1ANo

Sources

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ

No source recorded for this side.

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

Manufacturer specification

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Declared typical brightness

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQNot verified

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A300 cd/m²

Sources

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ

No source recorded for this side.

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer typical claim; not measured luminance or HDR peak. Original: 300cd/㎡

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

8 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ

What it brings

Published monitor interfaces and configuration are available from the exact-model ASUS specification source.
Manufacturer source

What to check

Compatibility and maximum operating modes depend on the source’s stated hardware, firmware and connection requirements; manufacturer figures are not independent measurements.
Manufacturer source

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

What it brings

Published monitor interfaces and configuration are available from the exact-model ASUS specification source.
Manufacturer source

What to check

Compatibility and maximum operating modes depend on the source’s stated hardware, firmware and connection requirements; manufacturer figures are not independent measurements.
Manufacturer source

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify

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16 of 16 specifications Sources in each row

Source-backed specifications for ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ and ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A
Specification	ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ	ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A

Screen diagonal Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	27 in	27 in
Native resolution Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	2560x1440	2560x1440
Panel technology Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	VA	VA
Aspect ratio Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	16:9	16:9
Panel coating Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	Anti-Glare	Anti-Glare
Contrast-ratio claim Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	3000:1	3000:1
Display colours Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	16.7M	16.7M
Declared typical brightness Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ No source recorded. ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer typical claim; not measured luminance or HDR peak. Original: 300cd/㎡ ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	Not provided	300 cd/m²

Maximum refresh rateDifferent Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed maximum; input-specific signal-frequency restrictions, overclocking and source/cable requirements remain as shown in the specifications. Digital Signal Frequency : HDMI: 30~90KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V) DP: 30~222KHz(H) / 48~165Hz(V) Analog Signal Frequency : NA ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed maximum; input-specific signal-frequency restrictions, overclocking and source/cable requirements remain as shown in the specifications. Digital Signal Frequency : DP : 250kHz~250kHz(H) / 48Hz ~ 170Hz(V)(OverClocking) HDMI : 30kHz to 223kHz(H) / 48Hz~144Hz (V) ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	165 Hz	170 Hz
Response-time claim Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	1ms MPRT	1ms MPRT
Input-specific signal modesDifferent Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	Digital Signal Frequency: HDMI: 30~90KHz(H) / 48~144Hz(V) DP: 30~222KHz(H) / 48~165Hz(V) Analog Signal Frequency: NA	Digital Signal Frequency: DP: 250kHz~250kHz(H) / 48Hz ~ 170Hz(V)(OverClocking) HDMI: 30kHz to 223kHz(H) / 48Hz~144Hz (V)

Inputs and versionsDifferent Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	DisplayPort 1.2 x 1 HDMI (v2.0)x 2 Earphone jack: Yes USB Hub: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A USB 3.0 (Signal)x 2	DisplayPort 1.2 x 1 HDMI(v2.0) x 2 Earphone Jack: Yes
Audio and speaker specificationDifferent Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	Speaker:No	Speaker: Yes(2Wx2)

Dimensions with supplied configurationDifferent Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer estimated dimensions; original ordering, units and regional qualifications retained. See source for stand configuration. ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer estimated dimensions; original ordering, units and regional qualifications retained. See source for stand configuration. ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	Phys. Dimension with stand (W x H x D): 61.95 x 52.34 x 26.86 cm (24.39" x 20.61" x 10.57")	Phys. Dimension (W x H x D): 61.52 x 45.49 x 21.35 cm (24.22" x 17.91" x 8.41")
Stand and mounting detailsDifferent Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ Manufacturer specification ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ — official Global technical specifications ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	Tilt: Yes (+20° ~ -5°) Swivel: Yes (+50° ~ -50°) Height Adjustment: 0~100mm VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm Lighting effect (Aura): Aura Sync ROG Light Signal: Yes Kensington Lock: Yes	Tilt: Yes (+20° ~ -5°) Height Adjustment: No VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm Kensington Lock: Yes
Height adjustment Sources ASUS ROG STRIX XG27WQ No source recorded. ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A Manufacturer specification ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQA1A — official UK technical specifications	Not provided	No

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