# ASUS TUF Gaming 27" 2K HDR Monitor (VG27AQ1A) - QHD (2560 x 1440), IPS, 170Hz (Supports 144Hz), 1ms, Extreme Low Motion Blur, Speaker, G-SYNC Compatible, VESA Mountable, DisplayPort, HDMI

- Category: Monitor
- Brand: ASUS
- Model: VG27AQ1A
- Part number: VG27AQ1A
- Price (US): $229.00
- Price last checked: 2026-08-05
- Rating: 4.7/5 from 4087 Amazon reviews
- Warranty: 3 years
- Product page: https://buildmypc.net/component-details/monitor/asus-vg27aq1a/

## Specifications

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | ASUS |
| Model | VG27AQ1A |
| Screen | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Response Time | 1 ms |
| Refresh Rate | 170 Hz |

## Key Features

- 27 inch WQHD (2560 x 1440) IPS gaming monitor with ultrafast 170Hz refresh rate designed for professional gamers and immersive gameplay
- ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB) technology eliminates ghosting and tearing for sharp gaming visuals with high frame rates.
- G-SYNC Compatible, delivers a seamless, tear-free gaming experience by enabling VRR (variable refresh rate) by default
- ASUS Eye Care technology features TÜV Rheinland-certified Flicker-free and Low Blue Light technologies for less eye fatigue and ensure a comfortable viewing experience with its ergonomic tilt and swivel stand
- Robust Connectivity with HDMI (v2.0) x2, DisplayPort 1.2 ports
- Shadow Boost enhances image details in dark areas, brightening scenes without over-exposing bright areas
- Supports both Adaptive-Sync with NVIDIA GeForce* graphics cards and FreeSync with AMD Radeon graphics cards *Compatible with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10 series, GTX 16 series, RTX 20 series and newer graphics cards

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