ASUS ROG Strix 27" 4K HDR DSC Gaming Monitor (XG27UQ) - UHD (3840 x 2160), IPS, 144Hz, 1ms, Adaptive-Sync, G-SYNC Compatible, DisplayHDR 400, 90% DCI-P3, Aura Sync, VESA Mountable, DisplayPort,

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The pixel pitch shows the distance from the centers of two neighboring pixels. In displays, which have a native resolution (the TFT ones, for example), the pixel pitch depends on the resolution and the size of the screen. Other nice to have extras include FreeSync Premium Pro compatibility, HDR 600, and a 1ms response time. In other words, while it's one of the cheapest 4K 144Hz monitors on the market, it still features most of the same bells and whistles as similar models out there. You've not got a lot of room: AOC's monitor is a bit of a chonk, so you'll need to free up some room at your desk to make it fit. Is 4K too high a resolution for a 27″ screen like this? That’s another common question we see asked, and a lot of people would prefer it if the screen was a little bigger in size. At 27″ the Ultra HD resolution can’t really be used for desktop / general use without scaling in place, as the fonts and text are just too small. You really need to use 150% scaling to make text comfortable which leaves you with the same desktop real-estate as a 2560 x 1440 panel, albeit with a higher pixel density and therefore a boost in sharpness.

The SpyderX includes a suite of other tests to assess a monitor’s performance. As you can tell from the report above, the XG27UQ did very well, with the only shortcomings being its white point (6800K vs 6500K) and luminance uniformity where the corners and edges proved to be about 10-12% less bright than the center. This result is reportable but is difficult to notice in normal use, especially while gaming due to the motion on the screen.Size class of the display as declared by the manufacturer. Often this is the rounded value of the actual size of the diagonal in inches. HDR signals cannot be calibrated, but you can choose from two HDR modes, Gaming and Cinema, that look and measure similarly. Gaming and Hands-on The stand offers a full range of ergonomic adjustments. Tilt provides a decent range of adjustment and is smooth and reasonably easy to operate, perhaps a little stiff. Height is smooth and easy, and provides a wide adjustment range as well. At the lowest setting the bottom edge of the screen is 50mm from the desk. At maximum extension it’s 170mm which provides a decent 120mm adjustment range for the height adjustment as advertised. Side to side swivel and even the rotation function are smooth and easy to position. The screen remains very stable when you are moving it around thanks to the solid and sturdy base. Thanks to the IPS panel technology, suitable for viewing from a wide range of positions. IPS glow on dark content could present a problem from some wider angles especially in darker room conditions

You don't need a 4K monitor or TV to use the Xbox Series X, as it'll happily output 1440p and 1080p. Since it can output UHD, it makes sense to pair the console with a higher resolution panel, especially if you're into cinematic experiences. However, your games will still look great at lower resolutions, and investing in other things like an OLED display could be more beneficial. Is a 4K monitor worth it for Xbox Series X?

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You'd rather buy a TV: It might sound obvious, but if you're looking for a big Series X screen, you'd perhaps be better off investing in a TV rather than a monitor.