ASUS

TUF VG279QM

The TUF VG279QM lands as a entry-level 1440p monitor, built around 280 Hz.

49/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
280 HzIPS1 msDisplayHDR 4001920×108016:9
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Why we rate it

  • VRR
  • Above-average refresh rate
  • No g-sync
  • No freesync
Score profile

Where the TUF VG279QM wins and loses

Scored against the 1440p monitors class
DisplayGamingOverall478049
Display
47
Gaming features
80
Overall spec score
49
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Size27 "
Resolution1920
Aspect ratio16
Panel typeIPS
Refresh rate280 Hz
Response time1 ms

HDR and contrast

HDR certificationDisplayHDR 400

Gaming features

G-SyncNo
FreeSyncNo
VRRYes

More specs

Panel techIPS
Size inches27
Refresh rate280 Hz
Head to head

TUF VG279QM vs LG LG UltraGear OLED GX9s 34GX90SA-W

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DisplayGamingOverall
TUF VG279QMLG UltraGear OLED GX9s 34GX90SA-W
 ASUSTUF VG279QMThis pageLGLG UltraGear OLED GX9s 34GX90SA-W
Overall score49 /10051 /100Better
Refresh280 HzBetter240 Hz
Size27 "34 "
Panel typeIPSWOLED
Response1 ms
HDR certifiedDisplayHDR 400HDR 400
Peak1300 nits
Who it's for

Is the TUF VG279QM right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable 1440p monitor for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need g-sync, in which case a higher-tier 1440p monitor is the better call.

Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
okay
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the TUF VG279QM worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 49/100 against other 1440p monitors, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.

What stands out on the TUF VG279QM?

Its vrr stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the 24G2Z?

The 24G2Z scores 50/100 versus this one at 49/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.