ASUS launches new ROG Strix and TUF 4K gaming monitors

Q: What is the key feature of the new ASUS gaming monitors?

Dual Mode technology lets users switch between 4K output and fast refresh rates.

Q: What is the refresh rate of the ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen2 in FHD mode?

The ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen2 supports FHD at 485Hz.

Q: Are the new monitors available in the Philippines?

There is no official word on Philippine availability, but previous Gen 1 models are available locally.

ASUS has announced the availability of its latest gaming monitors. These are the ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen2, ROG Strix XG27UCS Gen2 and TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A.

All three models feature 27-inch 4K Fast IPS panels with a 0.3ms response time. A key highlight is Dual Mode technology. This lets users switch between 4K output and fast refresh rates.

The ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen2 supports 4K at 162Hz and FHD at 485Hz. Meanwhile, the ROG Strix XG27UCS Gen2 offers 4K at 160Hz and FHD at 324Hz. The TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A supports 4K at 80Hz and FHD at 310Hz.

All models include Smart Pixel technology along with VESA DisplayHDR 400 support. ASUS also equips the monitors with ELMB Sync to reduce motion blur and screen tearing.

While the monitors have been unveiled globally, there’s no official word yet on when they will arrive in the Philippines.

In the meantime, the previous Gen 1 models are already available locally. The ROG Strix XG27UCG is priced at PHP 27,995 in iTech, the ROG Strix XG27UCS goes for PHP 26,850 in Datablitz DataBlitz → and the TUF Gaming Series 5 VG27AQ5A comes at PHP 12,750 in Datablitz DataBlitz →.

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen2 (XG27UCGR) specs:
27-inch Fast IPS panel
3840 × 2160 resolution (4K UHD)
16:9 aspect ratio
Up to 162Hz refresh rate (UHD mode)
Dual Mode support (up to 485Hz in FHD)
1ms GTG response time (0.3ms minimum)
400 nits typical brightness
HDR10 support, VESA DisplayHDR 400
1300:1 contrast ratio
10-bit color, 1073.7M colors
95% DCI-P3, 130% sRGB
Anti-glare display
1x DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR3)
1x HDMI 2.1 (FRL)
1x USB-C (DP Alt Mode, 15W PD)
3.5mm headphone jack
No built-in speakers
Tilt, swivel, pivot, height adjustment (0–110mm)
100×100 VESA mount
Aura Sync RGB lighting
1/4″ tripod socket
Power consumption <30W
61.4 × 50.3 × 18.8 cm (with stand) | 61.4 × 36.7 × 8.6 cm (without stand)
6.8kg (with stand) | 4.7 kg (without stand)

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCS Gen2 (XG27UCSR) specs:
27-inch Fast IPS panel
3840 × 2160 resolution (4K UHD)
16:9 aspect ratio
Up to 160Hz refresh rate (UHD mode)
Dual Mode support (up to 324Hz in FHD)
1ms GTG response time (0.3ms minimum)
350 nits typical brightness
HDR10 support, VESA DisplayHDR 400
1000:1 contrast ratio
10-bit color, 1073.7M colors
95% DCI-P3, 130% sRGB
Anti-glare display
1x DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR3)
1x HDMI 2.1 (FRL)
1x USB-C (DP Alt Mode, 15W PD)
3.5mm headphone jack
No built-in speakers
Tilt, swivel, pivot, height adjustment (0–110mm)
100×100 VESA mount
1/4″ tripod socket
Power consumption <25W
61.48 × 50.34 × 18.87 cm (with stand) | 61.48 × 36.71 × 6.30 cm (without stand)
5.97kg (with stand) | 3.85 kg (without stand)

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A specs:
27-inch IPS panel
3840 × 2160 resolution (4K UHD)
16:9 aspect ratio
Up to 80Hz refresh rate (UHD mode)
Dual Mode support (Frame Rate Boost up to 310Hz in FHD)
1ms GTG response time (0.3ms minimum)
400 nits typical brightness
HDR10 support, VESA DisplayHDR 400
1000:1 contrast ratio
16.7M colors
120% sRGB
Anti-glare display
1x DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR2)
2x HDMI 2.0
3.5mm headphone jack
Built-in speakers (2W ×2)
Tilt, swivel, pivot, height adjustment (0–125mm)
100×100 VESA mount
100–240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption <65W
61.5 × 54.7 × 21.4 cm (with stand) | 61.5 × 36.9 × 6.0 cm (without stand)
6.5kg (with stand) | 4.3 kg (without stand)