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ASUS unveils two new OLED monitors including “World’s 1st” QHD 480Hz

ASUS unveils new OLED displays
Last Updated on August 21, 2024
ASUS unveils impressive pair of new gaming monitors, including Swift and Strix OLED models
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ASUS has announced two new high-performance OLED gaming monitors designed to cater to the needs of competitive gamers. The ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP and ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG feature OLED panels with impressive refresh rates and advanced gaming technologies. This comes not long after the brand’s recent dual-mode OLED monitor.

According to Wccftech, the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP is available for pre-order for $999 US – in Europe, it is being sold at €1,099. The ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG is expected to be released in the coming months, but its pricing has not yet been announced. You can get a full look at the newly-announced monitors in ASUS’s press release.

ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP

ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP, source: ASUS

Screen size27″
Resolution2560 x 1440
Refresh rate480Hz
Panel typeWOLED (anti-glare)

The ROG Swift boasts a worlds-first (for an OLED) 480Hz refresh rate at its QHD resolution of 2560×1440. Its anti-glare WOLED panel offers exceptional image quality and a more immersive gaming experience. Additionally, the monitor supports OLED Care+ for extended panel lifespan and features adjustable HDR and OLED Anti-Flicker technology. With these kinds of specs, it’s right up there with the best gaming monitors on the market right now.

ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG

ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG, source: ASUS
Screen size27″
Resolution2560 x 1440
Refresh rate360Hz
Panel typeQD-OLED (semi-glossy)

The ROG Strix OLED. while slightly lower in refresh rate at 360Hz, still delivers exceptional performance thanks to its QD-OLED panel. It offers a sleek design, USB Type-C 90W power delivery, and advanced features like AI Visual, Extreme Low Motion Blur, and OLED Care+.

Equipped for gaming, but wait there’s more

Both monitors are equipped with the latest gaming technologies, ensuring smooth gameplay and stunning visuals. ASUS has also announced the ROG Swift PG27AQNR, a 360Hz gaming monitor featuring an Ultra Fast IPS panel and Nvidia G-Sync compatibility.

Furthermore, a partnership between Nvidia and MediaTek has enabled ASUS to bring G-Sync technology to a wider range of gaming monitors, making it more accessible to gamers. The ROG SWIFT PG27AQNR will support DP 1.4, HDMI 2.1, and G-Sync Pulsar technology, as well as an ESPORT exclusive Dual Mode for enhanced performance.

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