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27" ASUS TUF VG27AQ 2560x1440 165Hz 1ms HDR Gaming Monitor w/ G-Sync Expired

$269
$349.00
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Amazon.com has 27" ASUS TUF VG27AQ 2560x1440 165Hz 1ms HDR Gaming Monitor w/ G-Sync for $269. Shipping is free.

Note, those paying w/ an Amazon Prime credit card earn 10% back on the amount charged (info).

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Specs
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Response Time: 1ms
  • Refresh Rate: 165Hz (supports 144Hz)
  • ASUS Extrme Low Motion Blue Syn (ELMB Sync)
  • High Dynamic Range/HDR10
  • G-Sync Compatible
    • Inputs
      • Dual HDMI
      • DisplayPort 1.2

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Model: ASUS TUF VG27AQ 27" 16:9 QHD 165Hz IPS HDR Gaming Monitor

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The VG27AQL1A is also available for only $10 more on the same Amazon page (select the 170 hz with Height Adjustable Stand option.) Seems like an even better deal, it's the newer version, comes with the height adjustable stand which easily accounts for the $10, and has other improvements.

From comparing the newer VG27AQL1A to the older VG27AQ, the main improvements on the newer model seem to be better color accuracy (80% vs 90%), 170hz vs 165hz, added USB3 connection, better peak brightness in HDR, height adjustable stand. Only downside seems to be it is listed as "in stock soon" so it might be a couple weeks before it ships. The better color accuracy on the VG27AQL1A seems to be the biggest difference to note.

I'm all ears for any opinions though.

P.S. Be careful not to select the "165 hz with height adjustable stand" option. It might seem like an upgrade since it's the same price as the other 165hz option, but that has the cheaper, non-IPS panel model (much worse colors.)
Don't know why this deal, didn't get the recognition. Much better monitor than the others out there in the price range <$300.

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11-26-2021 at 07:19 PM.

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Don't know why this deal, didn't get the recognition. Much better monitor than the others out there in the price range <$300.
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diditdoneit
11-27-2021 at 02:35 PM.
11-27-2021 at 02:35 PM.
Added a bonus of 10% using my amazon cc only on aq model ips panel qhd and has vertical adjustment good price not slick but good I bought one thanks op
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11-27-2021 at 04:30 PM.

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11-27-2021 at 04:30 PM.
The VG27AQL1A is also available for only $10 more on the same Amazon page (select the 170 hz with Height Adjustable Stand option.) Seems like an even better deal, it's the newer version, comes with the height adjustable stand which easily accounts for the $10, and has other improvements.

From comparing the newer VG27AQL1A to the older VG27AQ, the main improvements on the newer model seem to be better color accuracy (80% vs 90%), 170hz vs 165hz, added USB3 connection, better peak brightness in HDR, height adjustable stand. Only downside seems to be it is listed as "in stock soon" so it might be a couple weeks before it ships. The better color accuracy on the VG27AQL1A seems to be the biggest difference to note.

I'm all ears for any opinions though.

P.S. Be careful not to select the "165 hz with height adjustable stand" option. It might seem like an upgrade since it's the same price as the other 165hz option, but that has the cheaper, non-IPS panel model (much worse colors.)
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5thgen
11-27-2021 at 04:49 PM.
11-27-2021 at 04:49 PM.
Quote from unpaint :
The VG27AQL1A is also available for only $10 more on the same Amazon page (select the 170 hz with Height Adjustable Stand option.) Seems like an even better deal, it's the newer version, comes with the height adjustable stand which easily accounts for the $10, and has other improvements.

From comparing the newer VG27AQL1A to the older VG27AQ, the main improvements on the newer model seem to be better color accuracy (80% vs 90%), 170hz vs 165hz, added USB3 connection, better peak brightness in HDR, height adjustable stand. Only downside seems to be it is listed as "in stock soon" so it might be a couple weeks before it ships. The better color accuracy on the VG27AQL1A seems to be the biggest difference to note.

I'm all ears for any opinions though.

P.S. Be careful not to select the "165 hz with height adjustable stand" option. It might seem like an upgrade since it's the same price as the other 165hz option, but that has the cheaper, non-IPS panel model (much worse colors.)

I got the AQ since that was the "flagship" just over a year ago and proven performance.
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yevad
11-27-2021 at 06:49 PM.
11-27-2021 at 06:49 PM.
Quote from unpaint :
The VG27AQL1A is also available for only $10 more on the same Amazon page (select the 170 hz with Height Adjustable Stand option.) Seems like an even better deal, it's the newer version, comes with the height adjustable stand which easily accounts for the $10, and has other improvements.

From comparing the newer VG27AQL1A to the older VG27AQ, the main improvements on the newer model seem to be better color accuracy (80% vs 90%), 170hz vs 165hz, added USB3 connection, better peak brightness in HDR, height adjustable stand. Only downside seems to be it is listed as "in stock soon" so it might be a couple weeks before it ships. The better color accuracy on the VG27AQL1A seems to be the biggest difference to note.

I'm all ears for any opinions though.

P.S. Be careful not to select the "165 hz with height adjustable stand" option. It might seem like an upgrade since it's the same price as the other 165hz option, but that has the cheaper, non-IPS panel model (much worse colors.)

the VG27AQLA1 is out of stock unfortunately.
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unpaint
11-27-2021 at 07:52 PM.
11-27-2021 at 07:52 PM.
Quote from yevad :
the VG27AQLA1 is out of stock unfortunately.
It lets me place the order at this price, "in stock soon" which usually means a shipment is already on the way to Amazon's fulfillment warehouses. You're right, could be as late as January for delivery, but might also just be an extra week or so.
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11-27-2021 at 09:10 PM.
11-27-2021 at 09:10 PM.
Quote from unpaint :
The VG27AQL1A is also available for only $10 more on the same Amazon page (select the 170 hz with Height Adjustable Stand option.) Seems like an even better deal, it's the newer version, comes with the height adjustable stand which easily accounts for the $10, and has other improvements.

From comparing the newer VG27AQL1A to the older VG27AQ, the main improvements on the newer model seem to be better color accuracy (80% vs 90%), 170hz vs 165hz, added USB3 connection, better peak brightness in HDR, height adjustable stand. Only downside seems to be it is listed as "in stock soon" so it might be a couple weeks before it ships. The better color accuracy on the VG27AQL1A seems to be the biggest difference to note.

I'm all ears for any opinions though.

P.S. Be careful not to select the "165 hz with height adjustable stand" option. It might seem like an upgrade since it's the same price as the other 165hz option, but that has the cheaper, non-IPS panel model (much worse colors.)

Isn't the Gigabyte M27Q better?

It has better resolution and better refresh rate.
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5thgen
11-27-2021 at 09:14 PM.
11-27-2021 at 09:14 PM.
Ok, you guys convinced me. Canceled my AQ order and got the AQLA1.

B&H selling the same one for $300 for cyber Monday https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/pr..._wqhd.html
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TerryP2633
11-27-2021 at 09:45 PM.
11-27-2021 at 09:45 PM.
Quote from ShrewdFriction1970 :
Isn't the Gigabyte M27Q better?

It has better resolution and better refresh rate.
check this out. the numbers are really close https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/co...597308-REG
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mchittumjr
11-27-2021 at 10:12 PM.
11-27-2021 at 10:12 PM.
Also in stock at Gamestop for the same price. https://www.gamestop.com/consoles...95668.html
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11-27-2021 at 10:18 PM.
Quote from TerryP2633 :
check this out. the numbers are really close https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/co...597308-REG

The Gigabyte does not have speakers but has a USB c connection. USB c are great for those who have laptops with usbc
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krijkee
11-27-2021 at 10:21 PM.
11-27-2021 at 10:21 PM.
Clueless parent here. Just ordered the VG27AQL1A. Is this too much monitor for gtx 1650? The boy will want to upgrade graphics at some point, I'm sure, but it might be a year or two yet….. anyone know which monitor I should get? His laptop has intel i5 9th gen gtx 1650 if any of that matters?
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irod87
11-27-2021 at 10:22 PM.
11-27-2021 at 10:22 PM.
I wonder how accurate the colors are out of the box. I can't get used to the Dell colors out of the box. Thinking about returning it.
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