ASUS PG279Q computer monitor 68.6 cm (27") 2560 x 1440 pixels Quad HD LED Black

  • Brand : ASUS
  • Product name : PG279Q
  • Product code : 90LM0230-B01370
  • GTIN (EAN/UPC) : 0889349143674
  • Category : Computer Monitors
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  • Long product name ASUS PG279Q computer monitor 68.6 cm (27") 2560 x 1440 pixels Quad HD LED Black :

    27" 2560 x 1440 WQHD, 350 cd/㎡, 16.7M, 178°, HDMI, DisplayPort, USB 3.0

  • ASUS PG279Q computer monitor 68.6 cm (27") 2560 x 1440 pixels Quad HD LED Black :

    ROG Swift PG279Q Gaming monitor
    - 27-inch, WQHD 2560 x 1440 resolution display feature IPS technology for wide 178-degree viewing angles and lifelike gaming visuals
    - World-first 165Hz refresh rate and NVIDIA®G-SYNC™ technology for seamless visuals and smooth gameplay
    - ASUS-exclusive Ultra-Low Blue Light, Flicker-Free, GamePlus, and GameVisual technologies provide a comfortable gaming experience
    - Ergonomically-designed stand with full tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustment for comfortable viewing position

    Impeccably lifelike gaming visuals
    A 27-inch 2K/WQHD display for highly detailed visuals and more onscreen space
    The ROG Swift PG279Q represents a new generation displays, with a WQHD 2560 x 1440 panel that delivers four times the resolution of 720p and 109 pixels per inch. You get to enjoy greater image detail and up to 77% more onscreen desktop space than standard Full HD (1920 x 1080) displays. These add up to give you a major in-game advantage.

    Ultra-smooth graphics for seamless gameplay
    Incredibly-fast 165Hz refresh rate
    The ROG Swift PG279Q's gaming monitor 165Hz refresh rate decimates lag and motion blur to give you the upper hand in first person shooters, racers, real-time strategy, and sports titles. This ultrafast refresh rate lets you play at the highest visual settings and lets you react instantly to what's onscreen — so you'll get that first strike in.
    You can even select your preferred refresh rate with a turbo key to toggle refresh rates on the fly without needing to access the graphics driver control panel. Quickly select from 60, 120, or 165Hz refresh rates while in the middle of a game to match the different frame rates of different games to maintain smoothness. Lessen the load on your GPU and CPU by setting a cap on the Hz for different games.

    Gain a Competitive Edge with NVIDIA®G-SYNC™ Technology
    The ROG Swift PG279Q incorporates NVIDIA® G-SYNC™ display technology to deliver the smoothest, fastest, and most breathtaking gaming imaginable. G-SYNC™ synchronizes the monitor's refresh rate to the GPU in your GeForce GTX-powered PC, eliminating screen tearing and minimizing display stutter and input lag. ROG Swift PG279Q lets you enjoy seamlessly-smooth and lag-free gameplay when playing the latest fast-paced first-person shooters, sports, and action-adventure titles.


    Gamer-centric features
    ASUS-exclusive GamePlus technology
    ROG Swift PG279Q gaming monitor features the ASUS-exclusive GamePlus hotkey for in-game enhancements so you get more out of your game. The crosshair overlay gives you four different crosshair options to suit the game you're playing. There's also an onscreen timer you can position on the left of the display so you can keep track of the elapsed gaming time; while the FPS (frames per second) counter lets you know how smooth the game is running.

    ASUS-exclusive GameVisual technology
    ASUS GameVisual Technology has six pre-set display modes to optimize visuals for different types of content. This unique feature can be easily accessed through a hotkey or the On Screen Display (OSD) settings menu.


    Multi-display gaming at its finest
    Super-narrow bezel design for seamless multi-display setups
    The ROG Swift PG279Q's slim profile and super-narrow 6mm bezel makes it perfect for almost seamless multi-display setups so your eyes move swiftly from one monitor to another. It can also be VESA wall-mounted – an even easier way to have a multi-display gaming setup.

    Robust connectivity with 2-watt speakers
    The ROG Swift PG279Q has a wide selection of connectivity options for WQHD input including DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI ports. ROG Swift PG279Q also has two USB 3.0 ports to quick-charge your mobile devices while gaming; it can even be used as an alternative high-speed signal input port.

    Gaming marathon-ready
    Designed with gamer's comfort in mind
    Ultra-low blue light technology
    The ROG Swift PG279Q also comes with the ASUS Ultra Low Blue Light filters to protect you from harmful blue light. You can easily access and select four different filter settings onscreen through a handy five-way joystick makes it easy to jump through the On-screen display (OSD) menus to fulfill your different scenarios.
    The ROG Swift PG279Q gaming monitor has undergone stringent performance tests and is certified by TÜV Rheinland laboratories, a global provider of technical, safety, and certification services, to be flicker-free and to emit low blue light levels.

    Flicker free technology
    Flicker-Free technology reduces flicker to give you a comfortable gaming experience. This minimizes instances of eyestrain and other damaging effects when you're embroiled in long, drawn-out gaming sessions.

    Ergonomic tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustable stand
    The ROG Swift PG279Q is specially designed for marathon gaming sessions. It has an ergonomically-designed stand with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustment so you can always find that ideal viewing position whether you're on the couch or sitting on your bed.

    Keeping it cool with a smart air vent design
    The ROG Swift PG279Q is designed for marathon gaming session. It employs a custom heatsink that's double the size to make sure the monitor stays cool during marathon gaming sessions. Cooling is also aided by a Smart Air Venting Design that uses convective currents to generate airflow. This passive setup works entirely without fans, making it completely silent and maintenance-free.

  • Short summary description ASUS PG279Q computer monitor 68.6 cm (27") 2560 x 1440 pixels Quad HD LED Black :

    ASUS PG279Q, 68.6 cm (27"), 2560 x 1440 pixels, Quad HD, LED, 4 ms, Black

  • Long summary description ASUS PG279Q computer monitor 68.6 cm (27") 2560 x 1440 pixels Quad HD LED Black :

    ASUS PG279Q. Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"), Display resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels, HD type: Quad HD, Display technology: LED, Display surface: Matt, Response time: 4 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. Built-in speaker(s). Built-in USB hub, USB hub version: 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1). VESA mounting, Height adjustment. Product colour: Black

Specs
Display
Display diagonal 68.6 cm (27")
Display resolution 2560 x 1440 pixels
HD type Quad HD
Native aspect ratio 16:9
Display technology LED
Panel type IPS
Touchscreen
Display brightness (typical) 350 cd/m²
Response time 4 ms
Display surface Matt
Supported graphics resolutions 2560 x 1440
Aspect ratio 16:9
Contrast ratio (typical) 1000:1
Viewing angle, horizontal 178°
Viewing angle, vertical 178°
Display number of colours 16.78 million colours
Pixel pitch 0.233 x 0.233 mm
Horizontal scan range 34 - 209 kHz
Vertical scan range 30 - 165 Hz
Colour gamut standard sRGB
Colour gamut 100%
Performance
NVIDIA G-SYNC
Windows operating systems supported Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64
Multimedia
Built-in speaker(s)
Built-in camera
Number of speakers 2
RMS rated power 4 W
Design
Market positioning Gaming
Product colour Black
Certification Energy Star®, BSMI, CB, CCC, CEL level 1, ErP, FCC, J-MOSS, KCC, PSE, UL/cUL, VCCI, WEEE, WHQL (Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7), RCM, TUV Flicker-free , eStandby, TUV Low Blue Light
Ports & interfaces
USB version 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Built-in USB hub
USB hub version 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
USB Type-A downstream ports quantity 2
DVI port
HDMI ports quantity 1

Ports & interfaces
DisplayPorts quantity 1
Headphone outputs 1
Headphone connectivity 3.5 mm
HDCP
Ergonomics
VESA mounting
Panel mounting interface 100 x 100 mm
Cable lock slot
Cable lock slot type Kensington
Height adjustment
Pivot
Pivot angle 0 - 90°
Swivelling
Swivel angle range -60 - 60°
Tilt adjustment
Tilt angle range -5 - 20°
On Screen Display (OSD)
Number of OSD languages 5
Power
Power consumption (typical) 90 W
Power consumption (off) 0.5 W
Power consumption (PowerSave) 0.5 W
AC input voltage 100 - 240 V
AC input frequency 50 - 60 Hz
Packaging content
Cables included AC, Audio (3.5mm), HDMI, USB
Quick start guide
Weight & dimensions
Width (with stand) 619.8 mm
Depth (with stand) 237.9 mm
Height (with stand) 552.5 mm
Width (without stand) 619.8 mm
Depth (without stand) 66 mm
Height (without stand) 363 mm
Weight (without stand) 7 kg
Packaging data
Package width 756 mm
Package depth 300 mm
Package height 456 mm
Sustainability
Sustainability certificates ENERGY STAR
Thin Client
Thin client installed
Other features
AC adapter included
TV tuner integrated
Distributors
Country Distributor
1 distributor(s)
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2 distributor(s)
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Reviews
Updated:
2016-11-02 01:15:56
Average rating:89
Uk has collected 88 expert reviews for ASUS PG279Q computer monitor 68.6 cm (27") 2560 x 1440 pixels Quad HD LED Black and the average expert rating is 89 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
trustedreviews.com
Updated:
2016-11-02 01:15:56
Average rating:80
What is the Asus ROG Swift PG279Q? The Asus ROG Swift PG279Q is, on paper, the ideal 27-inch gaming monitor. It has an IPS panel, so overall image quality should be superb, plus it can refresh at up to 165Hz and includes G-Sync technology too. Unless you'...
  • Excellent image quality, IPS quality and fast refresh rate in one, Good build quality, Superb gaming experience...
  • Expensive, Limited connectivity, Quality control issues...
  • Asus ROG Swift PG279Q – Image Quality As just mentioned, this display arrives looking pretty good right out of the box. That AHVA panel benefits from superb viewing angles, plus contrast is good with an obvious depth to dark areas of the image and a rich...
uk.hardware.info
Updated:
2016-11-02 01:15:56
Average rating:0
Middle of 2014 Asus brought out the first gaming WQHD monitor, the Republic of Gamers “Swift” PG278Q. And for quite some time it was all alone on the market because Asus exclusively had the panel technology. Since then the technology and the competition...
  • ASUS' hard work has put down a path for the other gaming monitors. We are very excited about all three of the models, which all have their strengths. We do not see any real downfalls from any of the MG278Q, the MG279Q, or the PG279Q. This makes it hard...
futurefive.co.nz
Updated:
2016-11-02 01:15:56
Average rating:0
The ASUS ROG SWIFT PG279Q gaming monitor is a top-of-the-line, enthusiast-grade gaming monitor.The most up-front feature is the world-first 165Hz refresh rate, compared with the standard 60Hz. However, this is only useful if your PC can run games at 165 F...
tomshardware.co.uk
Updated:
2016-11-02 01:15:56
Average rating:0
We have the highly-anticipated ROG Swift PG279Q in the lab today. It's a 27-inch IPS-type panel with QHD resolution, G-Sync, ULMB and an unprecedented 165Hz max refresh rate.If you're more than a casual game-player then Asus' Republic of Gamers series of...
  • Stable at 165Hz, G-Sync, Bright sharp picture, Saturated color, GamePlus, OSD joystick controller, Styling, Solid build quality...
  • Significant light output reduction in ULMB mode, Calibration required for best image quality, Expensive...
  • Asus' new addition to its ROG line isn't perfect but it certainly delivers on its promise. With a sharp and bright IPS panel, 165Hz and G-Sync, the PG279Q has everything an enthusiast could want. It doesn't come cheap but we suspect that buyer's remorse w...
techteamgb.co.uk
Updated:
2016-11-02 01:15:56
Average rating:92
Asus has a track record for making some killer monitors, and this really is no exception.SummaryKiller monitor...
  • Killer monitor.
tweaktown.com
Updated:
2016-11-02 01:15:56
Average rating:96
I think most gamers will remember when ASUS released their ROG Swift PG278Q, as it was the best gaming monitor (by far) at the time. It had a native resolution of 2560x1440 when most gaming monitors were still hitting the 1920x1080 ceiling - and a huge 14...
  • After my time with the ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q, I came to fall in love with it completely. I was a huge, huge fan of the original ROG Swift PG278Q, but the PG279Q fixes all my faults with the PG278Q (and it's not like that list was huge).  I really wanted...
Digitaltrends.com
Updated:
2016-11-02 01:15:56
Average rating:80
A few years ago the idea of a gaming monitor had gone stale. The so-called “gaming” displays touted lower response times, but in truth the difference was usually impossible to notice. Frame synchronization technology – Nvidia's G-Sync and AMD's FreeSync –...
  • Attractive design, Highly adjustable stand, Intuitive controls, Spot-on color accuracy, Insane 165Hz refresh rate...
  • Limited input options, Gamma is too dark, Expensive for 1440p resolution...
  • Asus has a mission to make the Republic of Gamers product line world-class in every category, and the ROG Swift PG279Q spares nothing in search of that effort. It offers not just excellent image quality, but also a high refresh rate, frame synchronizati...
digitalversus.com
Updated:
2016-11-02 01:15:56
Average rating:100
In terms of design, the PG279Q inherits much from its predecessor, with a matte black plastic finish and a very slim screen bezel. The display has a matte finish too, which helps keep reflections and glare to a minimum. Like other Republic of Gamers (ROG)...
  • GSync technology keeps gaming impeccably smooth, Design, Now with HDMI port, Great response times for an IPS display...
  • IPS display isn't as responsive as a TN panel, Ultra Low Motion Blur doesn't work over 120 Hz, Expensive...
  • As a direct rival for the Acer XB270HU, the Asus PG279Q is an updated version of the ROG Swift 278Q that pushes the refresh rate up to 165 Hz and gets an HDMI port. You may or may not like the design, but this monitor is clearly a high-end and high-perfor...
ocdrift.com
Updated:
2016-11-20 01:16:41
Average rating:80
For years ASUS's ROG Swift PG278Q has been one of gamers' favourite WQHD (2540×1440) monitors because of its huge numbers of gaming features. These include NVIDIA's G-SYNC technology, low response time, and blazing-fast 144Hz refresh rate. The only downsi...
  • Stable at 165Hz operation, G-SYNC support all the way up to 165Hz refresh rate, Ultra-wide 178-degree viewing angle, Super-low 4ms response time provides ghosting-free gaming, High-quality IPS panel, Great picture quality with excellent colour accuracy...
  • Pricing is relatively high for a 27-inch monitor, Backlight bleeding at some corners, USB 3.0 ports hardly accessible, ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q IPS 165Hz G-SYNC Gaming Monitor received Editor's Choice Award from OCDrift.com, Disclaimer: OCDrift.com gives ou...
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