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Updated April 11, 2024·
If budget is a concern and you're into competitive gaming, the Asus PG27AQN (IPS) is a great pick due to its high refresh rate and quick response time, though it may not provide the best experience for HDR gaming or editing. Conversely, the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) excels in HDR content, offering vibrant colors and deep contrasts that are ideal for media consumption and print photo editing, but comes at a higher cost. The larger screen size and aspect ratio of the PG49WCD also offer a more immersive experience but might demand a more extensive desk setup. If you prioritize gaming performance and cost-effectiveness, go with the PG27AQN; for superior media and color-critical work, consider investing in the PG49WCD. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PG27AQN (IPS)
- Best in class for competitive gaming
- Best in class refresh rate
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Advantages of the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED)
- Best in class for casual gaming
- Best in class for media consumption
- Best in class contrast
- Best in class color volume
- Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.7
9.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
974:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
414 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
413 nits
644 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
468 nits
92.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Glossy
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Asus PG27AQN (IPS) is only fair.
Competitive Gaming
9.5
5.4
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
5.6 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
20 - 360 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 144 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
414 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
413 nits
The Asus PG27AQN (IPS) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is poor.
Productivity
6.5
5.7
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Glossy
The Asus PG27AQN (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.0
9.6
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
974:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
414 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
413 nits
644 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
468 nits
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Glossy
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Asus PG27AQN (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$949
$1,026
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Asus PG27AQN (IPS) has a price of $949 and the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) costs $1,026.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Asus PG27AQN (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Asus PG27AQN (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Asus PG27AQN (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PG27AQN (IPS) and Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus PG27AQN (IPS) and the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Asus PG27AQN (IPS) | Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$949 | $1,026 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 49" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 5120 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | OLED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | QD-OLED | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 32 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 974:1 | Inf:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 414 nits | 413 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 644 nits | 468 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | Yes | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 98.5 % | 99.9 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 5.6 ms | 0.03 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 360 Hz | 48 - 144 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 9.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8.1/10 | 10/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 109 PPI | 108 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Semi-Gloss | Glossy | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 3 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 1 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Matthew Smith | March 2023
"The Asus ROG Swift PG27AQN is a motion clarity marvel. It’s the first 27-inch 1440p 360Hz monitor on the market, and also the first to use an Ultrafast IPS display. These advancements provide outstanding motion clarity across a broad range of refresh rates. Unfortunately, the monitor’s motion clarity does nothing for its image quality, which is just ok. To be clear, it’s a very nice looking monitor in many situations. However, the monitor’s contrast ratio is rather low. And while it can reach high levels of brightness in HDR, it lacks the nuance and contrast required to look great in HDR games."
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