Asus ROG Strix XG27ACS 27"

Overview

Asus has done a pretty good job overall with the ROG Strix XG27ACS as a bang-for-buck 1440p 180Hz gaming monitor. Performance in many key areas is surprisingly great – there's been more attention paid to tuning motion and color performance than we typically see from sub-$300 products. This makes the XG27ACS a decent candidate for mainstream monitor buyers.

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Based on 8 expert reviews

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Last revision on May 8, 2025

Reviewers Liked

Speedy IPS panel
Low input lag
Premium grade video processing with flexible options
Solid build quality

Reviewers Didn't Like

Low contrast and no local dimming
No speakers or USB ports
USB-C limited to 7.5W power delivery

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By TechSpot on July 10, 2024

The ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS is decent for PC gaming. Its 180Hz refresh rate is good enough for most casual gamers but not for competitive gamers. Luckily, it supports all common VRR formats to reduce screen tearing, motion looks sharp across its refresh rate range, and it has low input lag for a responsive feel. It even has ELMB backlight strobing, but it creates image duplication. Also, it has limited picture quality, as it has a low contrast ratio without a local dimming feature. Blacks look gray in dark rooms, and highlights don't pop in HDR either.

By RTings on September 17, 2024

100

The XG27ACS delivers tremendous performance and color accuracy not just for the price but when compared to any monitor at any price. If you want better gaming, you’ll have to spend a lot more money.

By Tom's Hardware on July 03, 2024

The Asus ROG Strix XG27ACS is a solid but relatively unremarkable 1440p gaming monitor, but its impressive motion clarity helps it stand out from the pack.

By IGN on May 24, 2024

The Asus ROG Strix XG27ACS may cost less than $300, but this is one truly capable gaming monitor. The IPS panel is stunning, it supports G-Sync and FreeSync, and you've got a 1440p resolution with a 165Hz refresh rate for epic gaming.

By XDA Developers on May 12, 2024

At around AUD $449, it’s one of the more affordable QHD/HDR compatible monitors on the market. If you’re looking to upgrade your setup, and you’re not quite ready for the pricier vibes of the 4K/OLED variety, this is a great middle-range gaming monitor with solid performance, and genuinely handy features.

By GamesHub on April 26, 2024

Asus's new 27-inch 1440p gaming panel offers seriously speedy response times, great image quality, and a strong feature set - all for a surprisingly reasonable price.

By TechRadar on March 14, 2024

If 27-inch 1440p panels remain something of a sweetspot for mainstream gaming, the new Asus ROG Strix XG27ACS might just be the best all rounder of the bunch. Seriously quick, perfectly calibrated and sensibly priced. What's the point of paying more?

By PCGamer on March 06, 2024

Asus ROG Strix XG27ACS 27"

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