Monitors / Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS vs HP OMEN X 27

Monitor · ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS

27″ · 2560×1440 · 180 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 75.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate72
Resolution80
Panel66
Response time90
VS
Monitor · HP

HP OMEN X 27

27″ · 2560×1440 · 240 Hz · TN
GEAR SCORE 75.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate86
Resolution80
Panel50
Verdict

ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS and HP OMEN X 27 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 75 and 75.

  • Refresh rate: HP OMEN X 27 leads (240 Hz vs 180 Hz).
Pick this

HP OMEN X 27

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCSHP OMEN X 27
75Gear score75
27″Screen size27″
2560×1440Resolution2560×1440
180 HzRefresh rate240 Hz
VAPanelTN
1 msResponse time—
≈ $278Estimated price≈ $1,280

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 XG27WCS or HP OMEN X 27 better?

ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS and HP OMEN X 27 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 75 and 75. Refresh rate: HP OMEN X 27 leads (240 Hz vs 180 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: HP OMEN X 27 leads (240 Hz vs 180 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: ASUS ROG Strix XG27WCS ≈ $278, HP OMEN X 27 ≈ $1,280. Current prices vary by store.