ASUS TUF Gaming VG27VQM

ASUS TUF Gaming VG27VQM Review & Specifications

TUF Gaming VG27VQM by ASUS from the TUF Gaming series, is a 27.00″ VA monitor with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels and a refresh rate of up to 240 Hz. It supports a 8-bit color depth, displays up to 16777216 colors, and offers the following color space coverage: 105.00% sRGB . The panel delivers 350 nits of brightness, has a static contrast ratio of 3000:1. It has a pixel density of 81 PPI, with viewing angles of 178 ° (degrees)° horizontal and 178 ° (degrees)° vertical. The screen covers 91.74% of the front surface, and it features a 1500R curved panel. It uses a W-LED backlight and has a Anti-glare/Matte screen coating. Built-in 2 x 2 W (watts) speakers are included. HDR capabilities include support for HDR10. Typical power consumption is 40.00 W.

General Work Usage

The ASUS TUF Gaming VG27VQM delivers a modest 51.4% productivity score, making it suitable for casual or part-time work tasks like email, browsing, or occasional document editing. It utilizes a VA panel. These panels offer strong contrast ratios and deep blacks, which can improve image depth and comfort in dim lighting. However, they may suffer from narrower viewing angles and slightly slower pixel response times compared to IPS, potentially leading to subtle color shifts or ghosting during fast movement or multi-monitor setups. The monitor’s resolution of 1920×1080 offers a more modest workspace, potentially limiting multitasking or spreadsheet-heavy workflows. A lower pixel density of 81 ppi can lead to visible pixelation, reducing visual comfort for reading and detailed work, especially on larger screens. The brightness level of 350 nits, is generally sufficient for standard indoor lighting, but may struggle slightly in bright daylight environments.

The ASUS TUF Gaming VG27VQM has color space coverage of: 105.00% sRGB , which gives this monitor moderate color gamut coverage, acceptable for general media consumption, light image editing, or office tasks involving visuals. However, it may not display colors as accurately or vibrantly as wide-gamut monitors. The combination of standard 8-bit panel and average gamut coverage means this display is best used for basic content rather than any precision visual work.

The work performance-per-price score of 44.9% indicates that this monitor does not offer strong value for professional productivity use. Given both the modest work suitability score and weak value proposition, there are likely better alternatives in the same price class.

Gaming and Media Usage

The ASUS TUF Gaming VG27VQM earns a solid 69.7% rating for gaming and media use, offering smooth visuals, decent color accuracy, and responsive performance that will satisfy most gamers and movie enthusiasts. It features a VA panel, which provide excellent native contrast ratios, resulting in deeper blacks and more immersive visuals in dark scenes — ideal for cinematic gaming and media playback. On the downside, they can suffer from slow pixel response times, leading to noticeable motion blur or ghosting during fast gameplay, particularly in competitive or high-FPS scenarios. With a resolution of 1920×1080, this monitor offers standard image quality. While less visually sharp than higher-res options, it allows for higher frame rates and reduced GPU load — often preferred in competitive or budget-conscious gaming setups. The monitor features an ultra-high refresh rate of 240 Hz, ideal for competitive gaming, fast-paced shooters, and high-FPS esports titles, but the slow response time may introduce noticeable ghosting or motion blur in competitive scenarios.

The monitor provides very good ergonomic support, enabling users to adjust it for improved comfort during extended gaming, viewing, or daily activities, and includes basic connectivity options, suitable for casual or single-device setups.

Specific ergonomic adjustments and connectivity details can be found in the specifications section below.

Performance per Price

The gaming performance-per-price score of 42.6% indicates that this monitor does not offer strong value for gaming-focused users. With both a low value rating and a modest gaming usage score (69.7%), this monitor may not be ideal for gamers seeking performance and value.

The ASUS TUF Gaming VG27VQM falls into the mid-value range, with a performance-per-price score of 48.1%. Its average build quality (55.1 pts) may limit its appeal compared to other similarly priced options, though the value score remains competitive.