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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Design
    1. Style
    2. Accelerated Longevity Test
    3. Build Quality
    4. Ergonomics
    5. Stand
    6. Display
    7. Controls
    8. In The Box
  5. Picture Quality
    1. Contrast
    2. Local Dimming
    3. SDR Brightness
    4. HDR Brightness
    5. Horizontal Viewing Angle
    6. Vertical Viewing Angle
    7. Gray Uniformity
    8. Black Uniformity
    9. Color Accuracy (Pre-Calibration)
    10. Color Accuracy (Post-Calibration)
    11. SDR Color Gamut
    12. HDR Color Gamut
    13. HDR Color Volume
    14. Text Clarity
    15. Reflections
    16. Gradient
    17. SDR Color Volume
  6. Motion
    1. Refresh Rate
    2. Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)
    3. VRR Motion Performance
    4. Refresh Rate Compliance
    5. Response Time @ 60Hz
    6. CAD @ Max Refresh Rate
    7. Response Time @ Max Refresh Rate
    8. CAD @ 120Hz
    9. Response Time @ 120Hz
    10. CAD @ 60Hz
    11. Response Time @ 60Hz
    12. Backlight Strobing (BFI)
    13. VRR Flicker
    14. Image Flicker
  7. Inputs
    1. Input Lag
    2. Resolution
    3. PS5 Compatibility
    4. Xbox Series X|S Compatibility
    5. Inputs Photos
    6. Video And Audio Ports
    7. USB
    8. macOS Compatibility
  8. Features
    1. Additional Features
    2. On-Screen Display (OSD)
  9. Comments

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A vs ASUS TUF Gaming VG249Q1A

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A
ASUS TUF Gaming VG249Q1A

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ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A Picture
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Variants

  • TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A (27")
  • TUF Gaming VG249Q1A (23.8")

Our Verdict

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A

ASUS TUF Gaming VG249Q1A

The ASUS TUF Gaming VG249Q1A and the ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A are great gaming monitors but with different specs. The VG249Q1A has a 24" screen with a 1080p resolution, while the VG279AQL1A has a 27" screen with a 1440p resolution. Gaming-wise, the VG249Q1A delivers a better experience because it has much better response times. On the other hand, the VG279AQL1A has significantly better ergonomics, whereas the VG249Q1A only allows for tilt adjustment. The VG279AQL1A has wider viewing angles, gets brighter, and supports HDR.

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