ASUS ROG Strix XG279Q vs Gigabyte M27UA
ASUS ROG Strix XG279Q
27″ · 2560×1440 · 170 Hz · IPSGigabyte M27UA
27″ · 3840×2160 · 160 Hz · IPSASUS ROG Strix XG279Q and Gigabyte M27UA are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 77 and 77.
- Resolution: Gigabyte M27UA leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440).
- Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG279Q leads (170 Hz vs 160 Hz).
- Response time: ASUS ROG Strix XG279Q leads (1 ms vs 5 ms).
ASUS ROG Strix XG279Q
If you care most about refresh rate, response time.
Gigabyte M27UA
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Strix XG279Q | Gigabyte M27UA | |
|---|---|---|
| 77 | Gear score | 77 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 27″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 3840×2160 |
| 170 Hz | Refresh rate | 160 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| 1 ms | Response time | 5 ms |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $450 |
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 XG279Q or Gigabyte M27UA better?
ASUS ROG Strix XG279Q and Gigabyte M27UA are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 77 and 77. Resolution: Gigabyte M27UA leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440). Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG279Q leads (170 Hz vs 160 Hz). Response time: ASUS ROG Strix XG279Q leads (1 ms vs 5 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG279Q leads (170 Hz vs 160 Hz).