ASUS MG279Q vs ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A
ASUS MG279Q
27″ · 2560×1440 · 144 Hz · IPSASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A
23.8″ · 1920×1080 · 180 Hz · IPSASUS MG279Q and ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 71.
- Resolution: ASUS MG279Q leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080).
- Refresh rate: ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A leads (180 Hz vs 144 Hz).
- Response time: ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A leads (1 ms vs 4 ms).
ASUS MG279Q
If you care most about resolution.
ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A
If you care most about refresh rate, response time.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS MG279Q | ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A | |
|---|---|---|
| 71 | Gear score | 71 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 23.8″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 1920×1080 |
| 144 Hz | Refresh rate | 180 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| 4 ms | Response time | 1 ms |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $166 |
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 MG279Q or ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A better?
ASUS MG279Q and ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 71. Resolution: ASUS MG279Q leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A leads (180 Hz vs 144 Hz). Response time: ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A leads (1 ms vs 4 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A leads (180 Hz vs 144 Hz).