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

+ Free S&H (+ 10% Back w/ Prime Card)

$269

$349

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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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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).

Thanks to Deal Editor Discombobulated for finding this deal.

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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unpaint
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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.)
rahilpathan
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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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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
Nov 27, 2021
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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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unpaint
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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.)
Last edited by unpaint November 27, 2021 at 04:33 PM.
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5thgen
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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.
Nov 28, 2021
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yevad
Nov 28, 2021
8 Posts
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
Nov 28, 2021
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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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ShrewdFriction1970
Nov 28, 2021
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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
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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
Last edited by 5thgen November 27, 2021 at 09:16 PM.
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TerryP2633
Nov 28, 2021
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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
Nov 28, 2021
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Also in stock at Gamestop for the same price. https://www.gamestop.com/consoles...95668.html
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5thgen
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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
Nov 28, 2021
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krijkee
Nov 28, 2021
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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
Nov 28, 2021
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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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Greekman8
Nov 28, 2021
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Quote from krijkee :
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?
If I were you I would order a nice 1080p monitor, his games will get much better framerates and it will still look great. Plus you can get a nice 1080p monitor for under 200. 1440p is too much for that 1650.
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Megalomaster
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This or the MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD?

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