ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM 27-Inch FHD 280Hz Fast IPS Gaming Monitor

The ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM is a 27-inch Full HD gaming monitor built for competitive and enthusiast players who demand ultra-fast, tear-free visuals. At its heart is a Fast IPS panel running at a maximum overclocked refresh rate of 280Hz — a significant step up from conventional 144Hz displays — delivering noticeably smoother motion across fast-paced first-person shooters, racing titles, real-time strategy games, and sports titles alike. The panel achieves a 1ms gray-to-gray response time, allowing liquid crystal elements to switch up to four times faster than standard IPS panels. The result is a dramatic reduction in smearing and motion blur during high-velocity sequences. Color performance is equally strong, with 99% sRGB color saturation and a DCI-P3 95% color gamut delivering rich, accurate hues, while a 1000:1 contrast ratio and wide 178-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles ensure consistent image quality from virtually any seating position. Sync technology is a key strength of this monitor. Certified NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible, the VG279QM supports variable refresh rate (VRR) from 48Hz to 280Hz via Adaptive-Sync, eliminating screen tearing and stuttering when paired with compatible NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10-series or RTX 20-series graphics cards. ASUS’s exclusive ELMB SYNC (Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync) allows backlight strobing and Adaptive-Sync to operate simultaneously — a combination that reduces ghosting while maintaining high frame rate support. HDR support comes via VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification, with a peak brightness of 400 cd/m² and HDR-10 compatibility providing expanded contrast for supported content. The monitor is also TUV-certified for Flicker-Free operation and Low Blue Light output, supporting extended gaming sessions with reduced eye strain. Gameplay is further enhanced through ASUS GamePlus features including screen crosshairs, a frame-rate counter, a countdown timer, and a Display Alignment tool. Seven GameVisual preset modes (Scenery, Racing, Cinema, RTS, RPG, FPS, sRGB, MOBA) let users tune color presentation to their genre. Dynamic Shadow Boost clarifies dark in-game areas to improve visibility in shadowed environments. Connectivity includes two HDMI 2.0 ports and one DisplayPort 1.2. Note that the 280Hz maximum refresh rate is only achievable over DisplayPort; HDMI is capped at 240Hz. Built-in stereo speakers deliver 2W x 2 RMS audio, and a 3.5mm headphone jack is provided. The ergonomic stand supports tilt (+33°/−5°), swivel (±90°), pivot (±90°), and height adjustment (0–130mm), with VESA 100×100mm wall-mount compatibility. Verified Specifications: — Panel: 27.0-inch Fast IPS, 16:9 aspect ratio — Resolution: 1920×1080 (Full HD) — Refresh Rate: 280Hz (overclocked via DisplayPort); 240Hz max via HDMI — Response Time: 1ms GTG — Brightness: 400 cd/m² (max) — Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 — Color Saturation: 99% sRGB — Viewing Angles: 178°(H)/178°(V) — HDR: DisplayHDR 400 / HDR-10 — Sync: NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible, Adaptive-Sync (48–280Hz) — Ports: 2× HDMI 2.0, 1× DisplayPort 1.2, 3.5mm audio jack — Speakers: 2W × 2 stereo — Dimensions (with stand): 619.4 × 376.73–506.73 × 211.37mm — Net Weight: 5.6kg — VESA Mount: 100×100mm — Certifications: TUV Flicker-Free, TUV Low Blue Light, VESA DisplayHDR 400 — Warranty: 3 Years