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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...
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uk.hardware.info Updated: 2016-11-02 01:15:56
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Asus has a track record for making some killer monitors, and this really is no exception.SummaryKiller monitor...
Killer monitor.
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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...
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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...
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digitalversus.com Updated: 2016-11-02 01:15:56
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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...
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ocdrift.com Updated: 2016-11-20 01:16:41
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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...
AboutLatest Postsowikh84OverClocker, Reviewer at OCDrift.comOne of the most respected OverClockers here in Malaysia with vast knowledge in Motherboard, Graphics Card and Memory. The nick "owikh84" is not only well known in local tech sites but also intern...
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chip.com.my Updated: 2016-11-20 01:16:41
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ASUS has been in the monitor space for quite some time now, and launching displays meant for hardcore gaming is something they're very familiar with as well. As gaming tech continues to grow, so does the company's desire to release the biggest and the bes...
Amazing visuals, Features...
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The ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q G-Sync monitor is an amazing gaming monitor that elevates your gaming experience to the next level. No doubt it will be pricey no thanks to the G-Sync module built-in, but if you're looking to maximise your gaming experience, th...
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Asus has been attempting to create the ultimate gaming monitor for a while now. The ingredients are simple enough: gamers need a decent-sized screen equipped with a relatively high resolution. Add to this a high refresh rate, some form of framerate-matchi...
Excellent for gaming, G-Sync technology works very well, Huge refresh rate spectrum, Looks the business, Excellent adjustments...
The price...
G-Sync technology on a 27in, 2,560x1,440-resolution monitor makes a lot of sense for gamers who have a high-end video card in their rig. Something like a GeForce GTX 980 Ti or Titan X is able to push healthy framerates in all games, so whilst the 40-60fps...
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Back in the day, buying a monitor was easy. Just find a monitor with the resolution you want and if it fits your budget, there you go. Your new display. Nowadays it's getting difficult in searching for the ideal monitor for you since there are lots of new...
IPS panel, 144Hz refresh rate and can be overclock at 165Hz, Great color production, ULMB and G-Sync ready, Great aesthetic design...
Pricey, USB hub is quite difficult to access...
ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q is the best gaming monitor available in the market, with up to 165Hz refresh rate and G-Sync ready, the experience is very subtle...
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Very few displays reach the status of being legendary in the market, but the Asus ROG Swift PG278Q has been so popular since its release in July 2014 that it is simply known by many now as the "ROG Swift". It's still one of the best gaming screens on...
Excellent gaming performance - G-sync, ULMB, fast response times, high refresh rate, no lag, Good default setup, All round performance from IPS panel surpasses TN Film gaming screens...
Glow on dark content is remaining issue of IPS panels, Overclocking refresh rate not much more than a gimmick, Still limited in connectivity and scaler support compared with FreeSync models...
We know how excited people were to get a detailed review of this monitor as quickly as possible, so we worked overtime to bring you this quickly as we could. If you enjoy the review and like our work, we would welcome a donation to the site to help us con...
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A gaming desktop is a niche target market as gaming enthusiasts mostly purchase DIY units. This 2018 we have the G21 Huracan that can provide top gaming-class PC performance in under a 13-liter chassis. This concept started last 2014 with the GR8 that is...
At the end, the ASUS ROG G21 Huracan and the PG279Q deliver high-end performance for gaming enthusiasts or even video content creators. If you are in need of a PC that must be portable like constant traveling, we think the Huracan is one unit that must be...
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The ASUS ROG Swift range of monitors has delighted us in recent times, with a whole range of products from the super-wide, gorgeous and expensive PG378Q through 4K offerings and up to today's review of the PG279Q.As you might guess from the name this is a...
Much of our thoughts on the PG279Q echo those we have had about previous ASUS ROG Swift displays. The most obvious thing is how good this looks even when it's turned off. The combination of a thin bezel that has been subtly rounded gives the whole monitor...
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Asus turns to AU Optronics for an AHVA panel in the 27-inch size running at QHD resolution. Native refresh is 144Hz but an overclock option is incorporated into the OSD that allows rates up to 16...
Stable at 165Hz, GSync, 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...
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Gaming monitors have steadily evolved from just being pricier displays. The Asus ROG Swift PG279Q is an example of a gaming monitor that takes your games to another level. Let's have a look.The PG279Q is a 27-inch gaming monitor that comes with a 2560 x 1...
Excellent design, Brilliant colors, Easy to use controls...
Limited video inputs...
With excellent color reproduction and a superb refresh rate, the Asus ROG Swift PG279Q sets the standard for gaming monitors everywhere...
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Thanks to the emergence of NVIDIA's G-SYNC, AMD's FreeSync, i.e Adaptive Sync, 4K resolutions and various other display technologies, we've had the pleasure of evaluating a number of new monitors recently. One of our favorites from this past year was the...
High Refresh Rates, Great Looks, IPS Panel, G-SYNC Support, Multiple Inputs, Physical Buttons For OSD, Thin Bezel...
Price Premium, 165Hz G-SYNC Requires GTX 960 Or Better...
Just in case it wasn't obvious up to this point, we really dig the ASUS ROG SWIFT PG279Q. Perusing the specifications alone should make most gamers swoon—an IPS panel with an anti-glare matte finish, 165Hz max refresh rate, DP and HDMI inputs, a 2560x1440...
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pcper.com Updated: 2016-11-02 01:15:56
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The PG278Q was easily the best G-Sync monitor on the market for quite a long time. It offered performance, features and quality that very few other monitors could match, and it did it all while including support for NVIDIA's G-Sync variable refresh rate t...
Every once in a while we update what we call our "reference display" at the PC Perspective offices, which is the monitor that we keep on hand to compare to every other monitor that comes after it. The original ROG Swift held that position for a while but...
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Asus has been attempting to create the ultimate gaming monitor for a while now. The ingredients are simple enough: gamers need a decent-sized screen equipped with a relatively high resolution. Add to this a high refresh rate, some form of framerate-matchi...
Excellent for gaming, GSync technology works very well, Huge refresh rate spectrum, Looks the business, Excellent adjustments...
The price...
G-Sync technology on a 27in, 2,560x1,440-resolution monitor makes a lot of sense for gamers who have a high-end video card in their rig. Something like a GeForce GTX 980 Ti or Titan X is able to push healthy framerates in all games, so whilst the 40-60fps...
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You can play a game on any monitor, but if you want it to look awesome and feel smooth, you are going to need a dedicated gaming display. Asus PG279Q tries to crown itself as the king in that category. But its price sets a high bar. This monitor makes its...
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We're all familiar with CPU, GPU and memory overclocking, but over the last few years another PC component has been at the heart of a niche group of tweakers. It turns out that several very affordable Korean monitors are highly overclockable, with the abi...
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We always love these OverKill 3D reviews. So often we're constrained by reviewing the individual item in a manner where it can be compared like for like with its contemporaries, and because of that we never get to see what could be done if money was no ob...
If you clicked on the links on the first page to our reviews of the hardware utilised for today's OverKill 3D review then you'll know that we love both of them individually. Combining them all into one gigantic gaming experience doesn't lessen their brill...
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We're sorry, this product is temporarily out of stockThe Asus ROG Swift PG279Q is a top of the range gaming monitor with tremendous performance and excellent graphics quality. This 27-inch monitor features full 2K resolution, and a blistering 165Hz refres...
Fantastic image quality w/ high color accuracy, Supports Nvidia G-Sync technology, 165Hz Ultra-high refresh rate...
Tiny speakers, High Price...
The Asus PG279Q is a G-sync monitor with some impressive features. Despite its high price, it delivers fantastic visuals and quick response times unmatched by most other monitors out there. The only minor gripe with this monitor is the small speakers, whi...
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The Asus ROG PG279Q is the kind of gaming monitor you want if you aren't ready to drop cash on 4K, but still want higher refresh rates and better quality than 1080p.Gaming at 165Hz is what dreams are made of. That smooth transition from frame to frame, pr...
60, 120, 144, & 165Hz refresh rate, NVIDIA G-Sync reduces screen tearing, Great choice for multi-display setup...
Doesn't have HDMI 2.0, Doesn't have DisplayPort 1.4, Expensive...
The Asus ROG PG279Q is so comfortable at 1440p. You'll get a big boost in quality, especially with a high refresh rate of 165Hz with the option to dip below, and NVIDIA's G-Sync technology handling screen tearing and stuttering.The Asus ROG PG279Q doesn't...
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The Asus ROG PG279Q gaming monitor provides ideal viewing for the ultimate gaming experience, combining a 27” screen size with Nvidia G Sync technology, Asus Eye Care technology, & a refresh rate of up to 165hz into a single gaming monitor held up by a ti...
4ms Response Time, Has Nvidia G Sync Technology, Very Little Input Lag...
Backlight Bleed...
The Asus ROG PG279Q has definitely earned its title as the best 120hz gaming monitor available. Competitively priced with excellent performance, you can't beat the value the PG279Q provides. The only downfall of this monitor is a small amount of backlight...
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