ASUS Republic of Gamers 26.5-inch 1440p Monitor Review

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Main Features

Display Size: 26.5"

Panel Type: OLED

Resolution: 2560 x 1440

Refresh Rate: 240 Hz

Response Time: 0.03 ms

Contrast Ratio: Near Infinite (Black Pixels Emit No Light)

HDR Support: Yes: HDR10

Max Brightness:

1000 nits (cd/m²) - Peak in HDR Mode
450 nits (cd/m²) - Sustained in SDR Mode

Coating: Anti-Glare

Curved Screen: No

ASUS PG27AQDM Overview

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ASUS PG27AQDM stands out with a balance of resolution, panel quality, and refresh rate. Thanks to its low response time and high refresh rate, it's an excellent choice for gamers. It features 26.5", OLED panel, 2560 x 1440 resolution, 240Hz refresh rate, HDR support. Perfect for fast-paced gaming sessions and competitive players.

Who is it for?

For gaming, outstanding gaming monitor that excels in every aspect from ultra-high refresh rates to minimal input lag. Perfect for competitive esports and immersive single-player experiences.

When it comes to office work, decent office monitor for standard productivity work with reasonable text clarity. Suitable for users with modest display requirements.

Who is it not for?

For creative work, creative work will be challenging on this display due to inconsistent colors and limited workspace. Consider upgrading if visual accuracy matters.

ASUS PG27AQDM is a member of ASUS's PG series of monitors. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

ASUS PG Series History

Model	Display Size	Resolution	Refresh Rate
ASUS PG27UCDM Compare	26.5"	3840 x 2160	240 Hz
ASUS PG32UCDM Compare	31.5"	3840 x 2160	240 Hz
ASUS PG32UCDP Compare	31.5"	3840 x 2160	480 Hz
ASUS PG279QM Compare	27"	2560 x 1440	240 Hz
ASUS PG27AQDM	26.5"	2560 x 1440	240 Hz
ASUS PG27AQN Compare	27"	2560 x 1440	360 Hz

Details

GENERAL
Brand	ASUS
Model Name	PG27AQDM
Instruction Set	26.5"
Panel Type	OLED
Resolution	2560 x 1440
Refresh Rate	240 Hz
Aspect Ratio	16:9

This monitor features an OLED panel providing excellent contrast and true blacks. Combined with its 2560 x 1440 resolution and 240 Hz refresh rate, it's a balanced choice for a variety of everyday and professional tasks. HDR support enhances dynamic range for a more vivid image. It offers wide color gamut coverage, which benefits professionals dealing with color-critical work.

Image Quality & Performance
Contrast Ratio	Near Infinite (Black Pixels Emit No Light)
Max Brightness	1000 nits @ HDR 450 nits @ SDR
HDR Support	Yes: HDR10
Color Support (Bit Depth, FRC)	1.07 Billion Colors (10-Bit)
Color Gamut	99% sRGB, 99% DCI-P3
Response Time	0.03 ms (GtG)
Variable Refresh Technology	G-Sync, FreeSync Premium, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Adaptive-Sync
Viewing Angle (H x V)	178 x 178°
Curved Display	No

Usage Suitability

Gaming: ★★★★★

Office Work: ★★★☆☆

Creative Work: ★★☆☆☆

Higher-rated monitors for Office use:

Dell U2723QE ★★★★☆

27", IPS-Type LCD
Dell UltraSharp 34 ★★★★☆

34.14", IPS-Type LCD
LG 27BN85UN-B ★★★★☆

27", IPS-Type LCD

Higher-rated monitors for Creative use:

LG 27MD5KL ★★★★★

27", 99% DCI-P3, 99% CIE1976
MSI Pro MP273A ★★★★★

27", 106% CIE1976
Dell E2425H ★★★★★

24", 72% CIE1931, 83% CIE1976

Physical & Design
Coating	Anti-Glare
Adjustments	Height 4.3" / 110 mm Tilt 25° (-5 to 20°)Rotation 180° (-90 to 90°)Swivel 60° (-30 to 30°)
Dimensions (with Stand)	23.8 x 21.6 x 10.8" / 605 x 548 x 274 mm
Dimensions (w/o Stand)	23.8 x 13.8 x 2" / 605 x 351 x 50 mm
VESA Mount	100 x 100 mm

It supports the common 100x100 mm VESA mount, making it easy to pair with most arms and wall mounts. The Anti-Glare screen finish helps reduce glare, making it easier to view in bright rooms. It offers ergonomic features such as height adjustment, tilt support, swivel functionality, portrait rotation.

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Connectivity & Audio
USB Ports	2x USB-A 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
HDCP Support	Yes: Version 2.2
Multi-Input (PIP/PBP)	No

Connection features support diverse usage scenarios effectively. The HDCP 2.2 implementation guarantees access to 4K streaming platforms and DRM-protected content. Mid-range graphics cards like RTX 4060 or RX 6700 XT will handle these specifications comfortably. Verify your device's output capabilities match the monitor's input requirements before purchasing.