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Quick verdict
The review evidence points to a tradeoff: viewing angles and black levels versus Backlight strobing and Pixel density. Choose according to which strengths matter more to you; the overall score alone does not settle that choice.
Choose ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27ACDNG for viewing angles and black levels.
Choose BenQ ZOWIE XQ2566X for Backlight strobing and Pixel density.
Scores are out of 5. Missing scores mean missing review evidence, not a missing feature.
Colors and contrast hold up impressively from off-center positions, giving a forgiving viewing sweet spot.
Color shifts sharply whenever the screen is seen from the side or at the wrong vertical angle. The problem is minor when staring squarely into a match but unpleasant for relaxed viewing or office work.
The KVM, docking-friendly USB-C and strong color make light creative and desktop work feasible, despite the static-content tradeoff.
Despite sharp text, the design is almost entirely dedicated to esports. People wanting a broadly useful work display will find too many compromises.
Photoshop images appear detailed and richly colored, while calibration and sRGB options help make the display suitable for serious image work.
Photo editors will miss the color fidelity and consistent viewing angles offered by OLED or professional IPS alternatives.
Truly deep blacks are a highlight in dark rooms, but ambient light can turn them grayish or purple on this QD-OLED panel.
Blacks lack the depth of OLED and can look gray, although some players find them decent once the monitor is tuned. Dark-scene richness is not the priority.
QD-OLED's self-emissive contrast, vivid color and responsiveness are central to the appeal, though brighter rooms can expose its characteristic raised blacks.
Fast TN helps deliver very precise moving images without OLED burn-in worries. Its weaker contrast, off-axis colors and narrow everyday usefulness are substantial tradeoffs.
OLED contrast and color make story-driven games striking, but 360Hz is often unnecessary and bright-scene HDR can be less compelling than higher-resolution alternatives.
The focus on pure motion rather than HDR contrast or immersion leaves narrative-heavy, cinematic games better served by OLED.
The 1440p resolution is more achievable at high frame rates than 4K, but taking full advantage of 360Hz still demands fast games and a suitably capable PC.
The 360Hz ceiling is difficult to fully exploit at 1440p in demanding games such as Warzone. The monitor remains responsive below that ceiling, but hardware and frame rate influence the best settings.
FreeSync, G-SYNC Compatible and HDMI VRR give good support across modern hardware, though some settings require care to avoid disabling the feature.
Adaptive refresh is available to help games with fluctuating frame rates, though it cannot operate at the same time as DyAc 3.
Black-frame insertion sharpens motion at 120Hz or 180Hz, but the substantial brightness loss and inability to combine it with VRR or HDR limit its appeal.
DyAc 3 can make fast movement extraordinarily crisp, and some testers prefer it to modern OLED motion. Others see only tiny differences in actual games, and strobing can create duplication or discomfort.
Moving objects remain clean and well defined, with minimal smearing or overshoot even during rapid action.
Fast TN response and DyAc 3 keep trails very limited in action, with some testers finding it cleaner than a strobing competitor. Mild duplication or crosstalk can still appear under particular tests.
Racing mode receives praise for natural balance, while certain stylized presets look exaggerated or poorly calibrated without adjustment.
Custom profiles and game-specific settings can improve target visibility. Some filters need moderation to avoid unnaturally subdued colors, and presets can be switched quickly.
1440p at 27 inches looks sharp in games and photographs, but text is not as finely defined as on higher-density 4K OLED displays.
Packing QHD into roughly 24 inches produces especially crisp text and distant detail. The difference is pronounced versus 1080p, but less dramatic against other 1440p displays.
The coating keeps some reflections under control but cannot entirely overcome direct light, and stronger illumination can raise black levels.
The matte surface keeps reflections subdued, making nearby light sources less distracting.
The overall experience is strongly praised for fast, gorgeous gaming and abundant features, with lighting, HDR brightness and value providing the principal caveats.
Most praise its unusually effective esports focus while acknowledging that this is a niche, costly purchase. A few competitors and hands-on users question whether the gains justify the sacrifice.
Two HDMI 2.1 ports, DisplayPort, USB-C and multiple USB connections form a flexible setup for PCs, consoles and peripherals.
The multiple HDMI inputs are useful, while the straightforward rear port orientation makes cables easier to attach. The connection mix is otherwise focused on gaming.
QHD strikes a useful balance between visual detail and the frame rates needed for high-refresh gaming, but it cannot match native 4K sharpness.
A rare 1440p resolution at this compact size adds visible detail without moving to a larger esports display. It is an appealing upgrade from older 1080p ZOWIE monitors.
Games and photos look crisp at QHD, and VividPixel can assist text; native 4K screens remain sharper for desktop fine detail.
QHD makes text and small opponents crisp, especially compared with a conventional 24-inch 1080p gaming monitor. In some side-by-side tests, the density advantage is subtle.
High refresh, flexible video inputs and adaptive-sync support suit powerful PCs particularly well, with access to the monitor's full 360Hz speed.
For fast PC games, the monitor is highly responsive and clear, though its absence of HDR and weaker image quality make it less suited to all types of PC gaming.
Controls feel immediate, with measured low processing delay that makes the monitor highly responsive in fast games.
Controls feel immediate, with measured and subjective impressions both supporting a highly responsive experience.
Near-instant OLED transitions keep action crisp with exceptionally low blur and very little meaningful pixel-response delay.
Pixel transitions are exceptionally fast for an LCD, supporting clean, immediate motion. OLED remains quicker in strict pixel-response terms.
The package is generous, with multiple video and USB cables, cleaning supplies and a mounting adapter that make first setup easier.
The wired S Switch is a highlight because it makes changing display settings fast. Side shields and supplied cables further support dedicated esports setups.
ASUS supplies extensive pixel cleaning, shifting and static-logo controls plus burn-in warranty coverage, but none removes the inherent risk of permanent marks.
The TN LCD avoids the static-image burn-in concerns associated with OLED, an advantage for interfaces with fixed elements during long sessions.
The 27-inch flat screen balances gaming immersion with a manageable amount of desk space, and its size is praised as practical for QHD pixel density.
The stand occupies relatively little desk area while leaving space for mouse movements. Its compact footprint is especially helpful on crowded competition desks.
Height, tilt, swivel and full portrait pivot are generous and generally smooth, although one assessment finds the maximum height merely average.
Smooth tilt, swivel and height adjustments offer an unusually wide range of ergonomic options. Reference marks and tilt readings help recreate a chosen configuration.
The screen assembly looks and feels sturdy, but opinions split over the more ordinary plastic stand and its fit with the premium ROG aesthetic.
The monitor is solid but its gray plastic exterior is less lavish than the high price might imply.
The stand feels solid during adjustments, with smooth travel and little reported looseness or wobble.
The display holds its position securely, even at maximum height or when the desk is bumped.
There is a substantial collection of crosshairs, frame counters, shadow enhancements and custom controls, with more tuning options than several competitors.
The gaming controls are extensive and designed around competition rather than decoration. Profiles, visibility adjustments and precise positioning suit players who fine-tune their setup.
The native 360Hz panel delivers wonderfully fluid motion, especially over 240fps; that advantage shrinks in slower games or on consoles.
The 360Hz refresh is extremely smooth even if 500Hz and 600Hz alternatives are now available. Very high frame rates help exploit it, but speed remains strong below its ceiling.
Fast transitions and 360Hz make moving detail look unusually sharp and stable, with little visible smearing.
Rapid tracking is remarkably well defined, especially with DyAc 3 engaged. The gain over top-end OLED can be obvious in tests yet subtle to some players in real matches.
360Hz operation, near-instant response and low lag are excellent for shooters and esports when the PC can deliver high frame rates.
This is where the monitor excels: 360Hz, precise motion and competitive visibility controls make fast shooters feel remarkably controlled. Its advantages are most meaningful to committed esports players.
The 10-bit panel delivers fine tonal steps and smooth gradients that complement both gaming and creative work.
The TN presentation avoids the gray-band artifacts one OLED owner noticed on a competing panel, giving uniform solid colors a cleaner appearance.
Measured white and dark-field uniformity is impressively consistent, with little visible discoloration across the tested panels.
A hands-on reviewer found the TN panel pleasantly even in dark areas, complementing the overall clean presentation.
Deep blacks and vivid QD-OLED color create dramatic HDR images, particularly in dark scenes; bright full-screen scenes and some tone-mapping choices are less convincing.
HDR is not supported, a major concession that makes this a poor choice for gamers buying primarily for cinematic picture quality.
Pixel-level light control delivers exceptionally strong dark-scene contrast and convincing image depth without LCD-style backlight halos.
The TN panel cannot match OLED depth or contrast, and darker material can look comparatively flat. One enthusiastic tester finds its TN contrast adequate, but the wider preference is clear.
Its combination of deep blacks, bright accents and vivid color makes both SDR and HDR images exceptionally appealing.
The 1440p panel looks crisp and surprisingly colorful for TN, yet OLED still delivers deeper contrast and much better viewing angles. Image quality is deliberately secondary to motion.
Some tests find near-reference accuracy without calibration, while others recommend tuning specific modes for the best sRGB or HDR results.
Colors are more lively than older TN displays might suggest, but accuracy still trails good OLED panels. This is a tuned gaming image, not a dependable professional reference.
Adjustable Shadow Boost can expose dark gameplay details without excessively washing out highlights.
The adjustable Black eQualizer can help enemy models stand apart from their surroundings, making it a practical visibility control for competitive matches.
Adaptive sync generally keeps games tear-free and responsive, although fluctuating frame rates can introduce OLED flicker and mitigation tradeoffs.
Variable refresh can smooth inconsistent frame delivery, especially in demanding battle royale matches. It cannot run alongside DyAc 3, making this a choice between approaches rather than a combined benefit.
The joystick-based menus offer lots of control and are generally easy to navigate; desktop software adds a more convenient alternative.
The supplied S Switch allows quick menu navigation without reaching behind the display, making display control especially convenient.
Feature-rich 360Hz OLED performance is appealing at a discount, while full-price comparisons with cheaper 240Hz panels and newer OLEDs require care.
The price is the largest obstacle for most shoppers: only serious competitors are likely to justify paying so much for TN. One especially enthusiastic tester considered it worth the money.
Full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 connections are a genuine advantage for modern consoles and PCs, adding flexibility over some competing OLED monitors.
Modern HDMI bandwidth broadens compatibility with recent graphics hardware, making the monitor less limited than older ZOWIE esports models.
Stand parts snap or screw together quickly, and the included mounting adapter eases the move to a monitor arm.
Assembly requires little effort, and ergonomic reference markings help get the display into a familiar position quickly.
The 27-inch format is comfortable for normal desk gaming, though some users want a larger, higher-resolution option.
A compact 24-inch screen puts game information in a focused field of view; some players prefer that to a more immersive 27-inch panel. The size is a deliberate esports choice.
The screen housing and mechanical parts generally feel solid; some find the stand's plastic finish less premium than similarly priced rivals.
The housing feels sturdy, with no obvious weak areas or creaking. Even an otherwise critical comparison praises its construction.
Flicker-free and low-blue-light options offer flexibility, while OLED anti-flicker settings can help some situations at the expense of VRR behavior.
Comfort varies strikingly: one long-session user reported more strain with DyAc active, while another found this TN screen much easier to watch than OLED. Sensitivity to strobing is individual.
Thin top and side borders make the monitor look tidy and help it sit neatly next to a second display.
The prominent bezels are less sleek than some modern displays, though one tester liked their symmetry. At events, the thick frame can also help visually contain the game.
A futuristic ROG rear shell and customizable lighting look distinctive, while the comparatively plain plastic stand divides opinion.
A restrained dark shell and clean front avoid flashy gaming styling. The thicker body and prominent bezels will not appeal to everyone.
DisplayWidget offers a convenient desktop interface for settings and shortcuts, making frequent picture adjustments easier than joystick-only navigation.
A downloadable Windows color profile adds a practical software option for users configuring this TN display.
Assembly and initial adjustments are straightforward, with markings that make a familiar position easy to recreate.
Light leakage is minimal for a TN panel, helping it avoid one of the common LCD drawbacks.
Pixel-level OLED illumination keeps bright objects crisp against dark surroundings, without the glowing halos common to some backlit LCDs.
The illuminated rear logo gives the chassis a distinctive gamer look and offers customizable effects, but it is too subtle to meaningfully light up a wall.
Routing behind the stand is basic, and one hands-on setup found cables hanging visibly when the monitor was raised.
The broad QD-OLED gamut produces exceptionally vivid reds and rich colors, with sRGB clamping available when restraint matters more than saturation.
PS5 and Xbox can take advantage of HDMI 2.1, 120Hz and compatible VRR/HDR modes, though accepted 4K signals are displayed at native 1440p.
Its OLED black-frame insertion can improve clarity at 120Hz and 180Hz; the loss of brightness, HDR and variable refresh makes it a niche alternative to normal 360Hz operation.
An on-screen tilt-angle reference helps competitors reproduce their exact preferred monitor position. It is a small but purposeful tournament feature.
Small HDR lights pop against true black, while larger highlights can dim or roll off, depending on the mode and content.
Multiple HDR modes make it possible to prioritize peak highlights or a steadier image, but none is ideal for every brightness level.
Static logos, taskbars and other fixed elements still present a risk of image retention or eventual burn-in, despite the monitor’s protective routines.
Sending it 4K for desktop use produces softer text than native QHD, so the higher accepted input resolution is not a substitute for a native 4K panel.
A standard power cable connects directly to the monitor, avoiding a separate external power brick and making cable replacement straightforward.
Magnetic side panels help block peripheral distractions and bright activity around a stage. They are more useful at events than against a plain wall at home.
A well-chosen AMA overdrive setting can control overshoot. Higher settings are not necessarily an improvement.
The carefully designed box is easy to repack, a thoughtful benefit for transporting the display to events.
A phone slot in the stand is surprisingly useful and can accommodate even some large handsets with cases.
The integrated power supply uses a standard, easy-to-replace mains cable rather than a proprietary external adapter.
Player settings can be stored, exported and applied across sessions, including from a phone. Recreating a familiar tournament profile is notably simple.
The available buying information was not convincing enough for one outlet to verify a precise U.S. listing. Buyers should confirm the exact model before ordering.
The semi-glossy finish keeps images crisp and colorful without the grain of heavy matte coatings, though it trades off some glare resistance.
Changing certain HDR or flicker controls can unexpectedly exit HDR and require re-enabling it in the game, a frustrating setup quirk.
Fine shadow nuances remain visible alongside bright accents, taking advantage of OLED's pixel-by-pixel light control.
The dedicated puck simplifies menu access and fast profile changes. One tester wishes switching profiles were even more convenient, but the general response is positive.
Third-generation QD-OLED reduces colored outlines around letters, but fine text remains less clean than on a conventional LCD and sensitivity varies.
A top-mounted threaded socket is convenient for placing a compatible microphone, camera or light above the display.
Up to 90W charging is a meaningful convenience for laptops and portable devices and a welcome addition to a fast gaming monitor.
Three USB-A ports and the upstream connections add useful peripheral access, especially alongside the KVM for a two-computer desk.
A supplied VESA adapter and standard 100×100mm support make monitor arms and wall mounting straightforward.
Flicker can be visible during fluctuating frame rates in dark games or menus; the mitigation settings may narrow VRR's operating range and cause other compromises.
Uniform Brightness can tame distracting changes as windows or bright scenes change, though it reduces peak output. Several tests find the default behavior less intrusive than on rival QD-OLEDs.
Zone-specific filters can reveal opponents through distracting storm or ring colors in battle royale games. Turning them too high can wash out the scene, so a moderated setting works best.
It stands out among several QD-OLED competitors in SDR and can deliver striking small HDR peaks, but broad bright HDR scenes remain comparatively dim.
DisplayPort handles the high-refresh gaming setup, though reaching 1440p at 360Hz requires display stream compression.
The integrated KVM is a practical benefit for using one keyboard and mouse with a desktop and laptop, even if initial configuration is needed.
Individual OLED pixels eliminate the zone-transition and halo artifacts associated with conventional local-dimming backlights.
The tight pixel density makes far-off opponents, silhouettes and terrain detail easier to identify. The advantage is useful but not a substitute for game skill.
Viewing more than one source is useful, though some accounts distinguish between available picture-in-picture and missing side-by-side options.
Extensive gamut, gamma, color-temperature and saturation adjustments make the image highly configurable; the best presets differ according to the task.
Unusually extensive HDR menus let owners adjust brightness, contrast and color rather than accepting a locked preset; tweaking can alter accuracy.
True Black mode can track its target well, but higher-peak modes trade accuracy and brightness behavior, with occasional clipping or dimming complaints.
A phone can store and apply detailed display presets without repeatedly visiting the on-screen menus. Reviewers particularly like its convenience for esports setups.
Some measurements show impressively accurate gamma in the right preset, while others find noticeable errors in several alternative modes.
A three-year burn-in-inclusive warranty offers reassurance, but actual coverage and conditions depend on the buyer's region.
This 360Hz QD-OLED ultrawide delivers exceptional gaming motion, vibrant HDR and dramatically cleaner text. Its high price, less-than-perfect bright-room blacks and occasional HDR dimming are the main reasons to hesitate.
Pros: color gamut, contrast
Cons: value for money, Resolution
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Pros: overall picture quality, color accuracy
Cons: value for money, built-in speakers
The 27-inch 4K OLED picture is exceptionally crisp and responsive, with useful USB-C and KVM extras. Its high price, oversized stand, and bright-room compromises limit its appeal.
Pros: sharpness, overall satisfaction
Cons: value for money, VRR flicker
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Pros: brightness, reflection handling
Cons: cable management
