ASUS TUF Gaming VG27WQ Curved Gaming Monitor – 27 Inch WQHD (2560x1440), 165Hz, Extreme Low Motion Blur , Adaptive-sync, FreeSync ,1ms (MPRT), DisplayHDR 400, Black

Incredibly good picture quality, it's my first curved ultra wide and I've never had such an immersive experience in games.At 1440p the panel looks great, had no dead pixels and supports freesync out of the box.The menu is easy to use, it has a mix of HDMI and display port. I like the addition of a 3.5mm jack on the rear also, so useful when using older headsets.Great value for money - it feels like having 2 monitors side by side.Mount is pretty good, offers reasonable range of movement and adjustment - but it has full VESA mounts if it's not right for you.

I went from a previous gen model, 27" ASUS 4K 6HZ to this 32" 24 165HZ Curved and I was not disappointed. 4K gaming is overrated and only reserved for top-end GPUs. 2K Ultra settings with a high refresh rate is the ideal target. I play a ton of games and I also create and develop mods for a few popular games so I spend a lot of time in Blender doing design work, Adobe Substance Painter doing texturing and in VSC doing codding. Overall this monitor performs well in all scenarios. I would not however, recommend it for Photoshop, being a curved VA panel, becuase its not the best panel tech for true colours, but if youre into Photoshop then you should already Know that

The media could not be loaded. If you are looking for a gaming-centric ultrawide display with great performance and a clear and detailed screen, you won't be disappointed by the VG34. Here's why...The ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQEL1A comes equipped with built-in speakers, a feature that, at first glance, may seem more like a nod to convenience rather than a serious audio solution. These speakers, while not the powerhouse you'd find in a dedicated sound system, serve the role of a gentle stream rather than a roaring river. They produce sound that can be described as quiet and tinny, reminiscent of a small radio in a large room. However, this subtle performance is not without its charm. For activities like listening to podcasts or casual YouTube viewing, these speakers are like a soft-spoken guide in a library—adequate and discreet. They won't shake the walls, but they will faithfully deliver the story.I'm using the display with my PC (DisplayPort) and Playstation 5 (HDMI); if you connect speakers to the headphone jack, expect to hear a high pitched sound as the volume increases. This is a little disappointing, as my previous display (BenQ EX3202R) produced loud, clear, essentially perfect sound, over the 3.5mm jack. This is easily fixed by using a USB audio device with the PS5 and connecting that directly to the speakers. This is a very niche 'problem' that I'm not factoring into my overall opinion; a minor inconvenience, and more than anything, makes me respect whatever BenQ did to make such a great headphone jack! It's worth noting that you must disable FreeSync in order to change the aspect-ratio; something you will want to do if using a game console (if you don't want the image to be stretched)...this means I can't recommend the display for console owners, if console is their priority, as you will lose FreeSync in order to avoid a stretched image...and this also means you get black bars at either side of the image (which I was prepared for, with it being ultrawide, but the FreeSync arrangement is a let down!). This means 'VRR' won't be enabled; however 4K works fine and downscales very nicely.HDR performance is miles ahead of my previous BenQ display; although this display only has a brightness of around 350 - so you won't get a true HDR performance; however it still looks good. On Windows, nVidia cards can simulate HDR on SDR content (using some kind of AI process) - and it does improve the fidelity - providing deeper blacks with more detail in shadows. Top-end bright white colours lose any fine detail, but overall the HDR performance is better than I expected... chances are, it's best left turned off, only to be enabled on a display with at least 600 (ideally 1000) .The monitor's stand is a testament to engineering prowess, combining sturdiness with a well-thought-out design. Imagine it as the roots of an ancient tree, holding firm against the winds of time. It not only provides a stable base but also incorporates easy cable management, ensuring that your gaming setup remains a sleek command center free from the clutches of cable chaos.While the monitor exudes robustness in its overall build, it does lean heavily on budget-looking plastics. This choice might remind one of a knight in shining armor, where the shine is more a testament to function over form. The aesthetic does not detract from its quality but instead underlines a focus on performance and durability over superficial appeal.Adjusting settings on many monitors can feel like deciphering ancient hieroglyphs. The ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQEL1A, however, introduces a joystick control located on the middle underside of the monitor, making menu navigation as easy as charting a course on clear waters. There's no lag when navigating menus or changing settings, akin to having a responsive co-pilot in a cockpit, ensuring smooth adjustments and optimal performance.One of the monitor's standout features is its impeccable performance in motion clarity and color reproduction. Ghosting, the specter that haunts fast-paced scenes, is notably absent in this monitor. Playing games or watching videos is like observing a falcon in flight—smooth, precise, and without a trace of blurring.The color reproduction of the monitor is a veritable feast for the eyes. It brings to mind an artist's palette, where every hue and shade is vibrant and true to life, enriching every visual content from games to movies.Gaming on the ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQEL1A is akin to stepping into a new world. Titles like Diablo become vastly more immersive, thanks to the expansive horizontal viewing space. It's like opening a panoramic window onto the game world, where every detail is laid bare, and the landscape stretches into the horizon.Watching ultrawide videos on this monitor is an experience that rivals the allure of cinema. With no black borders to mar the view, it's as if the monitor becomes a portal to other worlds, matching the format used by many cinema films. This feature turns your desk into a private theater, where every screening is an exclusive event.The ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQEL1A Curved Gaming Monitor is more than just a tool for gaming and entertainment; it's a gateway to new experiences. Its robust design, combined with user-friendly controls and stellar performance, makes it a reliable companion for anyone looking to delve deeper into the digital realm. While it may bear the marks of cost-saving in its use of plastics, this does not detract from its overall quality and appeal.The monitor's performance in delivering ghost-free visuals and vibrant colors enhances every interaction, from gaming to movie watching. Its expansive display and the ability to watch ultrawide content without borders elevates it from a mere monitor to a window into vast digital landscapes.The ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQEL1A is a worthy consideration for gamers, content creators, and anyone in between seeking a monitor that combines performance with practicality.

I've owned pretty much every monitor and TV you can imagine so I have a lot to compare against.I once owned a 34" Ultrawide in the mid-2010's and it was £900. For that you got a 60hz display and the image quality, particularly text and colour accuracy, left a lot to be desired.For not much more than £300, it's crazy how much better this 165hz Asus is in 2024.Positives:No dead pixelsVERY brightNo glare issuesSubtle curve - immersive but nothing too crazyColour accuracy - good enough for me as a pretty serious amateur photographerExcellent textBest VA screen I've ever used.Indistinguishable from IPS quality, but with superior VA blacks/contrastHigh refresh (I use 120hz and 10bit)Large number of inputsNegativesVRR Flicker in some gamesNot true HDRRegarding the negatives, I'm not fussed that it isn't true HDR as let's be honest, you need an OLED and a lot of money for that (anything less is a waste of time). I don't want an OLED for my PC due to burn in. At this price and with how bright the screen is, you aren't actually missing much compared to gaming with my PS5 on my LG OLED TV. Shocked how good Diablo 4 for example looks versus my PS5 version on the OLED. It's not far off thanks to the brightness and typical VA deep blacks.The VRR flicker is the real big negative. My previous freesync monitors never exhibited the problem, so there is no excuse here. World of Warcraft Retail in the main city hubs (unstable frame rate) suffers terrible flicker (it's utterly catastrophic) and I have to disable freesync entirely. Meanwhile I tried games like Dragon's Dogma 2 and Diablo 4 and didn't notice anything. Geforce Now had no issues either. So your mileage may vary depending on what you play.I've tried all the so called "fixes" online and it's all twaddle. If the game flickers there is nothing you can do about it.For that reason I'm knocking a point off and giving 4 stars. Whilst it's cheap, I've had other IPS and VA monitors that didn't flicker at this price range. You can consider this a 5 star monitor if you are using it just for productivity, or playing games that don't flicker.

Would have given this monitor 5 stars were in not for the dead pixel and terrible colour bleed on the right corner of the screen.... This monitor was by far the best I had seen reviews wise for colour accuracy and value but the lack of quality assurance is unacceptable... Alienware AW3423DWP is only around 650 and arguably the best ultrawide on the market right now... I'll be picking that up instead... Maybe some else will be more lucky