ASUS MG278Q vs ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A
ASUS MG278Q
27″ · 2560×1440 · 144 Hz · TNASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A
27″ · 3840×2160 · 80 Hz · IPSASUS MG278Q and ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 67 and 67.
- Resolution: ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440).
- Refresh rate: ASUS MG278Q leads (144 Hz vs 80 Hz).
- Response time: ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A leads (0.3 ms vs 1 ms).
ASUS MG278Q
If you care most about refresh rate.
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A
If you care most about resolution, response time.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS MG278Q | ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A | |
|---|---|---|
| 67 | Gear score | 67 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 27″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 3840×2160 |
| 144 Hz | Refresh rate | 80 Hz |
| TN | Panel | IPS |
| 1 ms | Response time | 0.3 ms |
| ≈ $600 | Estimated price | — |
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 ASUS MG278Q or ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A better?
ASUS MG278Q and ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 67 and 67. Resolution: ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440). Refresh rate: ASUS MG278Q leads (144 Hz vs 80 Hz). Response time: ASUS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A leads (0.3 ms vs 1 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: ASUS MG278Q leads (144 Hz vs 80 Hz).