Budget Pick
ASUS TUF Gaming 27” 1440P Monitor (VG27AQA1A) - QHD (2560 x 1440), 170Hz (Supports 144Hz), 1ms, Extreme Low Motion Blur, Freesync Premium, Eye Care, HDMI, DisplayPort, Shadow Boost, Speakers, HDR
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ASUS TUF Gaming 27” 1440P Monitor (VG27AQA1A) - QHD (2560 x 1440)

ASUS TUF Gaming 27” 1440P Monitor (VG27AQA1A) - QHD (2560 x 1440), 170Hz (Supports 144Hz), 1ms, Extreme Low Motion Blur, Freesync Premium, Eye Care, HDMI, DisplayPort, Shadow Boost, Speakers, HDR

A 27-inch QHD gaming monitor that overclocks to 170Hz. The ASUS TUF VG27AQA1A adds ELMB and FreeSync Premium to cut blur and tearing.

  • 2560 x 1440 QHD panel
  • 170Hz overclock, supports 144Hz
  • 1ms MPRT with Extreme Low Motion Blur
  • FreeSync Premium and HDR-10 support

Best for gamers who want headroom above 144Hz.

Editor's note

That extra push to 170Hz is a nice bonus over the usual 144. ASUS TUF builds tend to feel sturdy, which matters for something on your desk for years.

Why we picked it

Best for: Budget players who watch in dark rooms and want inky contrast more than perfect viewing angles.

The cheapest sane way to get a 27-inch QHD screen at 170Hz with the deep blacks only a VA panel delivers.

What we like

  • + QHD at 170Hz for a budget price
  • + High native contrast (around 3000:1) for deep blacks
  • + FreeSync Premium plus ELMB for clean motion
  • + Shadow Boost helps spot enemies in dark scenes
  • + Built-in speakers included

Watch outs

  • - VA panel can smear on fast, dark transitions
  • - Tilt-only stand with no height adjustment
  • - HDR is the checkbox kind, not a real upgrade
  • - Viewing angles trail an IPS panel

Price history

Lowest

$161.99

Jun 1, 2025

Highest

$349.85

Dec 1, 2023

Now

$229.99

38 snapshots tracked. Our own weekly price history, not pulled from a third party.

Details

Refresh Rate
144 Hz
Item Dimensions D x W x H
24.22"D x 8.41"W x 17.91"H
Item Weight
10.3 Pounds
Resolution
QHD Wide 1440p
Display Resolution Maximum
2560 x 1440 Pixels
Native Resolution
2560x1440
Color
BLACK

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