Introduction

TUF GAMING VG279QL1A
All the Essentials for Smooth Gaming
TUF Gaming VG279QL1A is a 27-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) HDR IPS display with an ultrafast 165Hz* refresh rate. Designed for gamers and others seeking immersive gameplay, it offers some serious specs. But there's more ...
Its exclusive ELMB function features a 1ms MPRT response time and Adaptive-Sync (FreeSync™ Premium) technology, for extremely fluid gameplay without tearing and stuttering.

27 inch IPS display for better color reproduction
The 27-inch Full HD (1920 X 1080) IPS panel of TUF Gaming VG279QL1A delivers stunning visuals from all angles with wide 178-degree viewing angles ensure minimal distortion and color shift even when you're viewing from extreme positions.

Super-fast 165Hz refresh rate
An impressive 165Hz refresh rate eliminates lag and motion blur to give you the upper hand in first-person shooter, racing, real-time strategy, and sports titles. This ultrafast refresh rate lets you play at the highest visual settings and react instantly to what's onscreen.
*Select graphics cards/GPUs can support 165Hz graphics source output (via DisplayPort). Please note that this performance depends on the GPU or content displayed. Actual real-world performance is hardware-dependent.

Enjoy super-smooth gameplay
Features the latest ASUS-exclusive Extreme Low Motion Blur technology, which achieves 1ms MPRT* to eliminate smearing and motion blur, and makes objects in motion look sharper, so gameplay is more fluid and responsive.

Experience true color
TUF Gaming VG279QL1A immerses you in super-smooth ultra realistic visuals, enabling 125% sRGB and 95% DCI-P3 color spaces to provide more distinct color gradations.

Brighter HDR visuals
Features DisplayHDR™ 400 to provide smoother and finer contrast between the brightest and darkest areas of the screen. It also delivers an impressive peak luminance of 400 nits to enable brighter imagery.

High-flying design
TUF Gaming VG279QL1A has a stealth fighter inspired design that gives it a dynamic, futuristic look. The rear panel features wing-like elements, giving it a sensation of speed. A svelte, minimalist stand ensures stability and a touch of elegance.

Intuitive controls
ASUS DisplayWidget Lite is a software utility that lets you easily and quickly tweak settings or configure ASUS-exclusive features such as Shadow Boost, ASUS GameVisual, and more.

See what's lurking in the shadows
ASUS Shadow Boost technology clarifies dark areas of the game without overexposing brighter areas, improving overall viewing while also making it easier to spot enemies hidden in dark areas of the map.

GamePlus
The ASUS-exclusive, integrated GamePlus hotkey offers in-game enhancements that help you get more out of your game. This function is co-developed with input from pro gamers, allowing them to practice and improve their gaming skills.

GameVisual
ASUS GameVisual Technology has seven 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 settings menu

Flicker-Free technology
Flicker-Free technology reduces flicker to minimize eyestrain for improved comfort when you're embroiled in long gaming sessions.

Ultra-Low Blue Light technology
ASUS Ultra-Low Blue Light technology reduces the amount of potentially harmful blue light emitted by the display. Four different filter settings are available to control the amount of blue light reduction.

Rich connectivity
Enjoy extensive connectivity options, including two USB 3.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.2, two HDMI (V2.0), and a 3.5 mm audio jack for connecting to a wide range of multimedia devices.

Ergonomic design
With an ergonomically-designed stand, TUF Gaming monitor provides tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments so you can easily find your ideal viewing position. The display is also VESA-compatible for wall mounting.

Display

Display diagonal

68.6 cm (27")

Display brightness (typical)

400 cd/m²

Display resolution

1920 x 1080 pixels

Native aspect ratio

16:9

Response time

1 ms

HD type

Full HD

Display technology

LED

Screen shape

Flat

Supported graphics resolutions

1920 x 1080 (HD 1080)

Aspect ratio

16:9

Contrast ratio (typical)

1000:1

Maximum refresh rate

165 Hz

Viewing angle, horizontal

178°

Viewing angle, vertical

178°

Display number of colours

16.78 million colours

Panel type

IPS

Pixel pitch

0.311 x 0.311 mm

Viewable size, horizontal

59.8 cm

Viewable size, vertical

33.6 cm

Viewable size diagonal

68.5 cm

Digital horizontal frequency

30 - 200 kHz

Digital vertical frequency

48 - 165 Hz

High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported

Y

High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology

High Dynamic Range (HDR) 400

DDC/CI

Y

RGB colour space

sRGB

sRGB coverage (typical)

125%

Performance

NVIDIA G-SYNC type

G-SYNC Compatible

AMD FreeSync type

FreeSync

NVIDIA G-SYNC

Y

AMD FreeSync

Y

VESA Adaptive Sync support

Y

Flicker-free technology

Y

Low Blue Light technology

Y

Multimedia

Built-in speaker(s)

Y

Number of speakers

2

RMS rated power

2 W

Built-in camera

N

Design

Market positioning

Gaming

Product colour

Black

Front bezel colour

Black

Detachable stand

Y

Feet colour

Black

Certification

TUV Flicker-free , TUV Low Blue Light, VESA DisplayHDR 400

Ports & interfaces

Built-in USB hub

N

DVI port

N

HDMI

Y

HDMI ports quantity

2

HDMI version

2.0

DisplayPorts quantity

1

DisplayPort version

1.2

Audio input

N

Headphone out

Y

Headphone outputs

1

Headphone connectivity

3.5 mm

HDCP

Y

Ergonomics

Panel mounting interface

100 x 100 mm

Cable lock slot

Y

Cable lock slot type

Kensington

VESA mounting

Y

Height adjustment

Y

Height adjustment

12 cm

Pivot

Y

Pivot angle

-90 - 90°

Swivelling

Y

Swivel angle range

-15 - 15°

Tiltable

Y

Tilt angle range

-5 - 23°

Power

Energy efficiency class (SDR)

F

Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours

26 kWh

Power consumption (typical)

18 W

Power consumption (off)

0.5 W

Power consumption (PowerSave)

0.5 W

Energy efficiency scale

A to G

Weight & dimensions

Width (with stand)

614.1 mm

Depth (with stand)

213.8 mm

Height (with stand)

413.6 mm

Weight (with stand)

6.2 kg

Width (without stand)

61.4 cm

Depth (without stand)

5.96 cm

Height (without stand)

36.4 cm

Weight (without stand)

3.9 kg

Packaging data

Stand included

Y

Cables included

AC

Quick start guide

Y

Package width

730 mm

Package depth

224 mm

Package height

441 mm

Package weight

9.5 kg

Package type

Box