Asus VG27AQGL1A vs. Asus XG27AQM - What's the Difference?

Started by iAmBanker on May 24, 2024

I'm looking for a new gaming monitor and I came across these two ASUS monitors, the VG27AQGL1A and the XG27AQM. Can you guys compare them for me? I'm interested in their display quality, refresh rate, and response time.

Solved by iAmBanker in post #6
Thanks everyone for the info! I'll definitely check out the TechReviewer article Asus 27" VG27AQGL1A vs. Asus 27" XG27AQM for a more detailed comparison.

Sure thing! Check out this TechReviewer article Asus 27" VG27AQGL1A vs. Asus 27" XG27AQM that does a great job of comparing these two monitors. According to the article, both have excellent resolution and color capability. But when it comes to refresh rates, the XG27AQM has an edge with 270 Hz compared to VG27AQGL1A's 170 Hz.

Interesting! I've heard that response time is also important for gaming. How do these monitors compare in terms of response time?

The VG27AQGL1A has a response time of 1 ms, which is still great for gaming, but the XG27AQM has an even better response time at 0.5 ms. So if you're looking for the smoothest possible experience, you might want to go with the XG27AQM.

That makes sense! I've been leaning towards the VG27AQGL1A because it's more affordable, but maybe I should reconsider and opt for the better specs of the XG27AQM. Thanks for your help!

Thanks everyone for the info! I'll definitely check out the TechReviewer article Asus 27" VG27AQGL1A vs. Asus 27" XG27AQM for a more detailed comparison.

Solution

@CharlieLeaPavory Yeah, if budget isn't a constraint, going with the better specs is always a good idea for a longer-lasting and more satisfying gaming experience.

True. It's also worth considering other factors like screen size and ergonomics when choosing a monitor. Not just the technical specs.

@Markoezz Good point! I'll make sure to take those into account as well in my decision-making process. Thanks again!

@CharlieLeaPavory No problem! Happy hunting for your new gaming monitor!