Monitors / Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix XG249CM vs ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM

Monitor · ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix XG249CM

23.8″ · 1920×1080 · 270 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 78.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate89
Resolution55
Panel80
Response time90
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Monitor · ASUS

ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM

27″ · 1920×1080 · 280 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 78.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate89
Resolution55
Panel80
Response time90
Verdict

ASUS ROG Strix XG249CM and ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 78 and 78.

  • Refresh rate: ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM leads (280 Hz vs 270 Hz).
Pick this

ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

ASUS ROG Strix XG249CMASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM
78Gear score78
23.8″Screen size27″
1920×1080Resolution1920×1080
270 HzRefresh rate280 Hz
IPSPanelIPS
1 msResponse time1 ms
≈ $279Estimated price≈ $200

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 ROG Strix XG249CM or ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM better?

ASUS ROG Strix XG249CM and ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 78 and 78. Refresh rate: ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM leads (280 Hz vs 270 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM leads (280 Hz vs 270 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: ASUS ROG Strix XG249CM ≈ $279, ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM ≈ $200. Current prices vary by store.