Asus ROG Strix XG27UCS 27" 4K UHD 160Hz 1ms Gaming Monitor G-SYNC, Black
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About this product
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCS 27-inch 4K UHD gaming monitor with 160Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time. Features IPS LED panel, 450 cd/m² brightness, 1000:1 contrast ratio, and 16:9 aspect ratio. Supports DisplayPort, HDMI 2.1, and USB-C inputs. Adaptive-Sync and FreeSync & G-SYNC compatible. Covers 130% sRGB and 95% DCI-P3. Slim bezel, HDR, headphone jack.
Our take
The ROG Strix XG27UCS is a serious gaming monitor. The 4K resolution at 160Hz with 1ms response delivers incredibly smooth, sharp visuals. I love the color coverage—130% sRGB and 95% DCI-P3 makes games vibrant. HDMI 2.1 is great for next-gen consoles, and USB-C adds flexibility. The 450-nit brightness is solid for HDR content. Build quality is excellent with a slim bezel. The only downside is the 1000:1 contrast ratio, which is typical for IPS but not as deep as VA or OLED. Still, for $356, this is a beast of a 4K gaming monitor.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 4K 160Hz with 1ms response
- Excellent color coverage (95% DCI-P3)
- HDMI 2.1 and USB-C inputs
- Slim bezel and adaptive sync
Cons
- IPS contrast ratio only 1000:1
- Brightness could be higher for HDR
Specifications
- Screen Size 27 in
- Brightness 450 cd/m²
- Response Time 1 ms
- Refresh Rate 160 Hz
- Video Inputs DisplayPort, HDMI 2.1, USB-C
- Color Black
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- MPN
- XG27UCS
- Most Suitable For
- Gaming
- Aspect Ratio
- 16:9
- Brand
- ASUS
- Display Type
- IPS LED
- Maximum Resolution
- 3840 x 2160
- Contrast Ratio
- 1000:1
- Model
- ROG Strix XG27UCS
- Features
- Adaptive-Sync, Headphone Jack, Slim Bezel, HDR, FreeSync & G-SYNC Compatible, 130% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3
- Product Line
- ASUS ROG Strix
- UPC
- 0197105447264
