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AOC Q27G3XMN vs ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS
Product A: AOC
110 of 172 known
Product B: ASUS
98 of 172 known
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Change ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS
Compare the AOC Q27G3XMN with
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Sceptre E275W-FW100T 27" Full HD 100Hz Gaming Monitor
AOC C27G4ZXE
Sceptre C345B-QUT168 34" Ultrawide Curved QHD 165Hz Gaming Monitor
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MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ3A75 of 164 fields differ
- 47 different values
- 28 known for one only
- 37 the same
- 52 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 179 monitors.
- ContrastA: 4,000:1B: 1,000:1AOC is 4 times higher.
- Peak brightness (HDR)A: 1,000nitsB: 400nitsAOC is 600 nits higher.
- Brightness (typical, SDR)A: 700nitsB: 350nitsAOC is 350 nits higher.
- Power use SDR (EU label)Lower is betterA: 48WB: 26WASUS is 22 W lower.
- Power use HDR (EU label)Lower is betterA: 40WB: 45WAOC is 5 W lower.
Refresh rate per resolution
The best rate over any port. Bars run from 0 to 1200 Hz.
2560 × 1440Native for both
A180Hz
B180Hz
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side. Solid lines show the stand at its lowest. Dashed lines show it at its highest.
- AAOC: 614.4 × 365.6 mm
- BASUS: 614.8 × 367.1 mm
Weight
0 to 15 kg
Weight with stand
A5.43kg
B6.61kg
Box weight
A7.06kg
B10.1kg
All 172 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
Q27G3XMN, Q27G3XMN/BK3Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026US page model Q27G3XMN. The /BK suffix is the EU model on the UK page, leaflet and EPREL.
XG27ACS, 90LM09Q0-B01170, 90LM09Q0-B011B33Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/XG27ACS/ASUS_XG27ACS_English.pdfRead 23 October 2026Cover and section 3.2: model XG27ACS. The part numbers come from the ASUS eShop Canada and a German retailer.8Retailer pageebay.de/p/6066105645Read 23 October 2026Part number 90LM09Q0-B01170 for the ROG Strix XG27ACS on a German retailer listing.9Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/ca-en/90lm09q0-b011b3-rog-strix-xg27acs.htmlRead 23 October 2026ASUS eShop Canada lists Product Name XG27ACS with Part Number 90LM09Q0-B011B3.
GTIN / EAN
685417733583, 40389861814402Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026EAN 4038986181440 for Q27G3XMN/BK.12Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0C8ZJKPWCRead 6 October 2026UPC 685417733583 for model Q27G3XMN, manufacturer TPV-USA.
197105406070, 47113874060527Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0CV24GQ9WRead 23 October 2026Amazon US item details: model number XG27ACS, UPC 197105406070, ASIN B0CV24GQ9W. This is the US retail code. Amazon lists a 3 Year Warranty with ARR and DP cable, power cord, quick start guide and ROG pouch as included components.8Retailer pageebay.de/p/6066105645Read 23 October 2026eBay Germany product page for part number 90LM09Q0-B01170 shows GTIN 4711387406052. The Amazon US UPC covers model XG27ACS. Other EANs on BuildCores (4711636382458) are not tied to a model number and are not stored.
Announced
Not available
Status
Predecessor
Not available
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Successor
Not available
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Launch price (US)
Not available
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Markets
Not available
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Colours
Segment
Display
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Screen size
Viewable screen diagonal
Not available
Not available
Native resolution
Aspect ratio
Pixel density
108.8ppi
108.8ppi
Pixel pitch
Active display area
Width596.736Height335.664mm(23.5 × 13.2 in)1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026General Specification p 24: Horizontal scan size (maximum) 596.736 mm, Vertical scan size (maximum) 335.664 mm. Equals 2560 x 1440 at the stated 0.2331 mm pitch. The US page figure 597.88 x 336.31 mm conflicts and is not used.
Curved
Curvature radius
Not available
Not available
Screen surface
Anti-reflection coating
Not available
Touchscreen
Not available
Not available
Panel
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Panel type
Panel type (as published)
Backlight
Not available
Local dimming
Dimming zones
Not available
Panel maker
Panel part number
Not available
Panel generation
Not available
Not available
Subpixel layout
Not available
Colour depth
Colour depth method
Not available
Displayable colours
sRGB coverage
Not available
Not available
DCI-P3 coverage
Adobe RGB coverage
Not available
Rec. 2020 coverage
Not available
Not available
NTSC coverage
Not available
Not available
Factory calibrated
Not available
Claimed Delta E
Not available
Paper calibration report in box
Not available
Hardware calibration support
Not available
Not available
Static contrast ratio
Brightness (typical, SDR)
Brightness (maker minimum)
Not available
Not available
Peak brightness (HDR)
HDR peak test window
Not available
Not available
Full-screen brightness
Not available
Not available
HDR formats
HDR certification
DisplayHDR 4001Maker product pagerog.asus.com/monitors/27-to-31-5-inches/rog-strix-xg27acs/specRead 23 October 2026Certificate list names VESA DisplayHDR 400.6Certification listdisplayhdr.org/certified-productsRead 23 October 2026VESA certified DisplayHDR 400 list: ASUS XG27ACS with family models XG27ACSY, XG27ACSZ, XG27ACS-P, XG27ACS-J, XG27ACS-R, XG27ACS-W and XG27ACS-G, test spec version 1.1.
Viewing angle (horizontal)
Refresh rate and motion
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Refresh rate per resolution and port
AAOC Q27G3XMN
| Resolution | HDMI 2.0 | DisplayPort 1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| 2560 × 1440Native | 144Hz8-bit, 4:4:4 | 180Hz10-bit, 4:4:4 |
BASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS
| Resolution | HDMI 2.0 | DisplayPort 1.4 | USB-C |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2560 × 1440Native | 144Hz | 180Hz | 180Hz |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/monitors/27-to-31-5-inches/rog-strix-xg27acs/specRead 23 October 2026Refresh Rate (max) 180 Hz. Digital Signal Frequency lists USB-C and DisplayPort 48 to 180 Hz (V) and HDMI 48 to 144 Hz (V). The rows hold native 2560 x 1440 only. DisplayPort is listed as 1.4 (HBR3). The DP version over USB-C is not stated.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/XG27ACS/ASUS_XG27ACS_English.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 3.4 Supported Timing List shows the 2560 x 1440 detail timings at 155, 160, 165 and 180 Hz only in the DisplayPort and Type-C columns, with 144 Hz also in the HDMI column. This agrees with the maker's 144 Hz HDMI vertical range and TechSpot, which states HDMI 2.0 tops out at 144 Hz. Lower-resolution timing rows are not stored.
Max refresh rate
180Hz
180Hz
Max refresh rate at native resolution
180Hz
180Hz
Max refresh rate over DisplayPort
180Hz
180Hz
Max refresh rate over HDMI
144Hz
144Hz
Max refresh rate over USB-C
Not available
180Hz
Max refresh rate at 10-bit
180Hz
Not available
Native refresh rate
165Hz1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 24 footnote [2]: overclocking is achieved at 2560x1440@170Hz and 180Hz. If a display error occurs, adjust the refresh rate to 165Hz. So 165 Hz is the highest rate without overclock. Notebookcheck press items state 144 Hz native. The maker manual takes precedence.8Reviewdisplayninja.com/aoc-q27g3xmn-reviewRead 6 October 2026States a native 165Hz with factory overclock to 180Hz, which matches manual footnote [2].
Overclocked refresh rate
Not available
Dual mode
Not available
Not available
Minimum fixed refresh rate
Not available
Not available
Adaptive sync technologies
Adaptive-Sync, FreeSync Premium Pro2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Sync technology Adaptive Sync. AMD FreeSync: AMD FreeSync Premium Pro. G-SYNC Compatible certification is not stated by AOC and is not stored.
VESA AdaptiveSync Display, FreeSync, G-SYNC Compatible1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/monitors/27-to-31-5-inches/rog-strix-xg27acs/specRead 23 October 2026VRR Technology Yes (Adaptive-Sync). Certificate list names AMD FreeSync (no Premium tier) and G-SYNC Compatible. VESA AdaptiveSync Display certification is covered by the 180 Hz certificate.
VRR range per port
AAOC Q27G3XMN
| Input | Min (Hz) | Max (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| DisplayPort | 48 | 180 |
| HDMI | 48 | 144 |
BASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS
Not availableLow framerate compensation
Not available
Response time (maker GtG claim)
Response time (maker MPRT claim)
Not available
Not available
Overdrive settings
Motion blur reduction
Blur-reduction technology
Not available
Blur reduction works with VRR
Not available
Flicker-free (claimed)
Black frame insertion
Not available
Not available
Measured
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Input lag at maximum refresh rate
Input lag at 60 Hz
19ms7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Total display lag 19 ms at 60Hz.
Not available
Average response time (measured)
Overshoot (measured)
Not available
Not available
Contrast ratio (measured)
SDR brightness (measured)
HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
Not available
Not available
PWM flicker frequency (measured)
Not available
Not available
VRR range (measured)
Not available
Not available
Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
Not available
Gray uniformity (measured)
Not available
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Reflections (measured)
Not available
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Connectivity
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Video inputs
AAOC Q27G3XMN
| Type | Version | Count | HDCP |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 2.0 | 2 | 2.2 |
| DisplayPort | 1.4 | 1 | Not available |
BASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS
| Type | Version | Count |
|---|---|---|
| DisplayPort | 1.4 | 1 |
| HDMI | 2.0 | 1 |
| USB-C | Not available | 1 |
HDMI ports
2
1
DisplayPort ports
1
1
Highest HDMI version
2.0
2.0
Highest DisplayPort version
1.4
1.4
HDMI features
Not available
Not available
USB-C video (DP Alt Mode)
USB-C power delivered
Not available
Not available
Thunderbolt
Not available
Not available
USB upstream ports
Not available
Not available
USB downstream hub ports
Not available
Not available
KVM switch
Daisy chain (MST)
Not available
Not available
Ethernet
3.5 mm headphone output
3.5 mm microphone input
Optical out
Picture in picture
Not available
Picture by picture
Not available
Smart features
None of 4 known
Smart platform
Not available
Not available
Wi-Fi
Not available
Not available
Bluetooth
Not available
Not available
Remote control
Not available
Not available
Audio and camera
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Speakers
Number of speakers
Not available
Not available
Speaker power per channel
Not available
Not available
Webcam
Not available
Not available
Microphone
Not available
Not available
Ergonomics and controls
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Stand height adjustment
Tilt
Swivel
Pivot
Removable stand
VESA mount
VESA adapter needed
Not available
Not available
Security lock slot
On-screen menu controls
Buttons, Software1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Hotkeys p 13: Source/Exit, Game Mode/<, Dial Point/>, Menu/Enter and Power buttons. No joystick.8Reviewdisplayninja.com/aoc-q27g3xmn-reviewRead 6 October 2026AOC G-Menu software adjusts OSD settings in a desktop application.
Desktop software
User firmware updates
Not available
Not available
Ambient light sensor
Not available
Not available
Presence sensor
Not available
Not available
RGB lighting
No2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/monitors/27-to-31-5-inches/rog-strix-xg27acsRead 23 October 2026The overview page shows no lighting feature. RTINGS lists RGB lighting as No and TechSpot says this model has no RGB LED lighting.12Reviewrtings.com/monitor/reviews/asus/rog-strix-xg27acsRead 23 October 2026Public Differences section table: XG27ACS RGB Lighting No. The measured result cells are members only and are not used.
Gaming menu features
Game Mode, Shadow Control, Game Color, Low Input Lag, Frame Counter, Dial Point, Bright Frame1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Game Setting p 15 and hotkeys p 13 name Game Mode, Shadow Control, Game Color, Low Input Lag, Frame Counter and Dial Point. Picture Boost p 19 names Bright Frame.
GamePlus, FPS Counter, Crosshair, Dynamic Crosshair, Timer, Stopwatch, Display Alignment, GameVisual, Shadow Boost, Dynamic Shadow Boost, GameFast Input, Aspect Control1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/monitors/27-to-31-5-inches/rog-strix-xg27acs/specRead 23 October 2026Features list: GamePlus, Game Visual, Shadow Boost, GameFast Input technology, Aspect Control. Dynamic Crosshair and Dynamic Shadow Boost come from the overview page.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/XG27ACS/ASUS_XG27ACS_English.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 1.5.1 and 3.1.2: GamePlus (FPS Counter, Crosshair, Timer, Stopwatch, Display Alignment), GameVisual, Shadow Boost.
OLED care
None of 3 known
OLED care
Not available
Not available
Burn-in covered by warranty
Not available
Not available
Burn-in warranty length
Not available
Not available
Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions with stand
Width614.4Height (lowest)403.3Height (highest)533.3Depth302.6mm(24.2 × 15.9 to 21 × 11.9 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Product dimensions incl. base (WxHxD) 614.4 x 403.3~533.3 x 302.6 mm. The range gives the lowest and highest stand positions.
Width614.81Height (lowest)392.88Height (highest)512.88Depth218.82mm(24.2 × 15.5 to 20.2 × 8.6 in)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/monitors/27-to-31-5-inches/rog-strix-xg27acs/specRead 23 October 2026The page gives 61.48 x 51.29 x 21.88 cm without naming the stand position. The manual's specifications give the exact highest and lowest heights, which are stored.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/XG27ACS/ASUS_XG27ACS_English.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 3.2: 614.81 x 512.88 x 218.82 mm (highest) and 614.81 x 392.88 x 218.82 mm (lowest).
Dimensions without stand
Width614.4Height365.6Depth71.8mm(24.2 × 14.4 × 2.8 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Product dimensions excl. base (WxHxD) 614.4 x 365.6 x 71.8 mm.
Width614.81Height367.08Depth60.12mm(24.2 × 14.5 × 2.4 in)3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/XG27ACS/ASUS_XG27ACS_English.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 3.2: 614.81 x 367.08 x 60.12 mm.
Stand footprint
Not available
Not available
Weight with stand
6.61kg(14.6 lb)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/monitors/27-to-31-5-inches/rog-strix-xg27acs/specRead 23 October 2026Net Weight with Stand 6.61 kg, an estimate that varies by region.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/XG27ACS/ASUS_XG27ACS_English.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 3.2 Net Weight (Esti.) 6.61 kg.
Weight without stand
Not available
3.93kg(8.7 lb)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/monitors/27-to-31-5-inches/rog-strix-xg27acs/specRead 23 October 2026Net Weight without Stand 3.93 kg, an estimate that varies by region.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/XG27ACS/ASUS_XG27ACS_English.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 3.2 Net Weight without stand 3.93 kg.
Box dimensions
Width805Height480Depth162mm(31.7 × 18.9 × 6.4 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
Width780Height226Depth515mm(30.7 × 8.9 × 20.3 in)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/monitors/27-to-31-5-inches/rog-strix-xg27acs/specRead 23 October 2026Box Dimension 78.00 x 22.60 x 51.50 cm (W x H x D).3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/XG27ACS/ASUS_XG27ACS_English.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 3.2 Box Dimension 780 x 226 x 515 mm (W x H x D).
Box weight
Power
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Power supply
Adapter rating
Not available
Not available
Input voltage
Power use (typical)
Not available
Power use (max)
Not available
Power use SDR (EU label)
Power use HDR (EU label)
Standby power
Off-mode power
EU energy class SDR
EU energy class HDR
Energy per 1000 h SDR
Energy per 1000 h HDR
Certifications
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VESA ClearMR
Not available
Not available
VESA AdaptiveSync Display
Not available
TÜV certifications
Low blue light
ENERGY STAR
Not available
Not available
TCO Certified
Not available
Not available
EPEAT
Not available
Not available
Colour certifications
Not available
Not available
Other certifications
Not available
In the box
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In the box
Monitor, QSG, Warranty card, Stand, Base, Power Cable, DP Cable, HDMI Cable1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Contents in Box p 6. DP and HDMI cables are marked as not provided in all countries and regions.
LCD Monitor, Monitor Stand, Monitor Base, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card, Power Cord, DisplayPort cable, ROG Sticker, ROG Pouch1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/monitors/27-to-31-5-inches/rog-strix-xg27acs/specRead 23 October 2026Accessories (vary by regions): DisplayPort cable, power cord, quick start guide, ROG pouch, ROG sticker, warranty card. The monitor, stand and base come from the manual's package contents. The manual also lists an optional HDMI cable, which is not stored.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/XG27ACS/ASUS_XG27ACS_English.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 1.2 package contents: LCD monitor, stand, base, quick start guide, warranty card, power cord, HDMI cable (optional), DP cable (optional), ROG sticker, ROG pouch.
Cables included
AAOC Q27G3XMN
| Type |
|---|
| HDMI cable (1.8 m) |
| DisplayPort cable (1.8 m) |
| Power cable |
BASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS
| Type |
|---|
| Power cord |
| DisplayPort cable |
Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
Dead pixel policy
Not available
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Links
Not compared
Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/XG27ACS/ASUS_XG27ACS_English.pdf3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/XG27ACS/ASUS_XG27ACS_English.pdfRead 23 October 2026ASUS XG27ACS user guide in English, 34 pages, listed on the maker's support page with a release date of 2026-10-06. The copyright line reads 2023.
EPREL registration number
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