Monitors / Comparison

ASRock PG27Q15R2A vs ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q

Monitor · ASRock

ASRock PG27Q15R2A

27″ · 2560×1440 · 165 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 71.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate68
Resolution80
Panel66
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Monitor · ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q

24.5″ · 1920×1080 · 180 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 71.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate72
Resolution55
Panel80
Response time90
Verdict

ASRock PG27Q15R2A and ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 71.

  • Resolution: ASRock PG27Q15R2A leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080).
  • Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Pick this

ASRock PG27Q15R2A

If you care most about resolution.

Pick this

ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

ASRock PG27Q15R2AASUS ROG Strix XG256Q
71Gear score71
27″Screen size24.5″
2560×1440Resolution1920×1080
165 HzRefresh rate180 Hz
VAPanelIPS
—Response time1 ms
≈ $157Estimated price≈ $173

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is ASRock PG27Q15R2A or ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q better?

ASRock PG27Q15R2A and ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 71. Resolution: ASRock PG27Q15R2A leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q leads (180 Hz vs 165 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: ASRock PG27Q15R2A ≈ $157, ASUS ROG Strix XG256Q ≈ $173. Current prices vary by store.