Release date for the Asus ROG PG279QM?

DaN3KestasTTV · 1 Jul 2021 at 09:33

Do you guys consider the ASUS XG27AQM - 270Hz WQHD IPS model? I know in ********** you can pre-order one, looks to be a promising monitor.

Down in the US, in the Microcenter you can get one for 699 USD

https://www.microcenter.com/product...w-motion-blur-eye-care-ips-led-gaming-monitor

HeatSink · 1 Jul 2021 at 23:58

The monitor is now available for preorder at OC. Sadly, it doesn't ship to Ireland. I guess I'll have to order it elsewhere.

Aymz · 2 Jul 2021 at 12:06

On the site I ordered, ETA has been delayed to 26th July, frustratingly.

Dupppex · 2 Jul 2021 at 12:27

Aymz said:
On the site I ordered, ETA has been delayed to 26th July, frustratingly.

Yeah, got the notification yesterday and was ******.

Is it a true delay, or people with influence jumping the queue now that this monitor is building up hype.

Also still no ETA at OCUK.

ITANI · 2 Jul 2021 at 15:54

Dupppex said:
Yeah, got the notification yesterday and was ******.

Is it a true delay, or people with influence jumping the queue now that this monitor is building up hype.

Also still no ETA at OCUK.

I ordered yesterday and called them, im only 18th in queue so not many are ordering.

DaN3KestasTTV · 3 Jul 2021 at 19:33

I will wait for some reviews to come in from people like - hardware unboxed and maybe Linus, before committing to it.

On paper, it looks like a very good monitor.

FiftyFour · 4 Jul 2021 at 21:12

Hardware unboxed already reviewed it.

They concluded it is a top tier ips. Speed is competitive with the alienware AW2721D, slightly behind the G7, it has better colour accuracy than either thanks to the proper srgb mode and factory calibration. Has the usual ips weakness in its contrast ratio.

The G7 remains better for
gaming-only use if you don't hate the curve, especially as it is cheaper, and goes on offer from time to time. The Asus model is better if you are looking for a productivity/gaming dual use monitor - or just dislike curved screens.

DaN3KestasTTV · 5 Jul 2021 at 08:59

I was referring to the - ASUS XG27AQM

Aymz · 7 Jul 2021 at 18:56

Hey all,

I had a preorder on one site, I was number 8 in the queue.

I had found the monitor available to purchase on another E Buying site for about £40 cheaper in total.

I have cancelled the preorder and bought the monitor on the other site, which is now on its way to me!

Can't wait to rock and roll with it

Dupppex · 7 Jul 2021 at 23:58

Aymz said:
Hey all,

I had a preorder on one site, I was number 8 in the queue.

I had found the monitor available to purchase on another E Buying site for about £40 cheaper in total.

I have cancelled the preorder and bought the monitor on the other site, which is now on its way to me!

Can't wait to rock and roll with it

Thanks for the heads up. I used my final play money on this monitor. My ETA is currently 26th July. If I was to cancel and request a refund it would take about 5-7 days so not sure if its worth it.

I look forward to hearing your first impressions and seeing some pictures.

Dupppex · 8 Jul 2021 at 10:12

Ended up cancelling my original order. Now I also have one due to be delivered tomorrow. Fingers Crossed all goes to plan.

Also, I cannot find this monitor on OCUK anymore. It's a shame they don't give ETA on items.

Dave2150 · 9 Jul 2021 at 13:58

Genuinely not sure why anyone is waiting for this. 1440P, HDR400, in 2021?

Professional level gamers are still using the fastest 1080P 360hz panels. Everyone else would be best suited with 4K, HDR1000 or OLED equivalent IMO.

HeatSink · 9 Jul 2021 at 14:03

I think 1440p is the sweet spot for gaming at the moment, especially if you play a mix of esports titles and immersive single player campaigns. 4K makes it hard to hit a consistent frame rate in many esports titles, and 1080p is just too pixelated and ugly in comparison.

I've placed an order with OC for this monitor. Should be with me early next week. Cannot wait to replace my aging Benq monitor.

Dupppex · 9 Jul 2021 at 15:44

HeatSink said:
I think 1440p is the sweet spot for gaming at the moment, especially if you play a mix of esports titles and immersive single player campaigns. 4K makes it hard to hit a consistent frame rate in many esports titles, and 1080p is just too pixelated and ugly in comparison.

I've placed an order with OC for this monitor. Should be with me early next week. Cannot wait to replace my aging Benq monitor.

I agree that 1440p 240hz is personally the perfect balance of fast frame rate and high resolution. I also love the fact that this monitor comes with a dedicated G-Sync module. I have been using true G-Sync for around 5 years and my eyes are just accustomed to the type of fidelity it provides.

I am not too fussed about HDR, so it comes as a bonus. The price is a bit high but I will be using it for the next 4-5 years so a long-term investment.

I was expecting delivery of mine today - from the courier Yodel, but its been sitting in their Mitcham sorting office from this morning with no out on delivery updates :confused:

I have never used Yodel before. Hopefully, they are not as bad as Hermes and it turns up in 1 piece no later than tomorrow

Dupppex · 12 Jul 2021 at 23:26

Asus ROG Swift PG279QM, Finally arrived today. I'm looking forward to going through the settings.

buzzlightweight · 13 Jul 2021 at 07:32

Dupppex said:
Asus ROG Swift PG279QM, Finally arrived today. I'm looking forward to going through the settings.

Could you please let me know if the monitor gets noisy, like fan noise, after periods of gaming.
I am looking at replacing my current Acer monitor as its noisy AF.

Many thanks

Dupppex · 13 Jul 2021 at 08:39

buzzlightweight said:
Could you please let me know if the monitor gets noisy, like fan noise, after periods of gaming.
I am looking at replacing my current Acer monitor as its noisy AF.

Many thanks

As you can see from this pic, my PC is very close to the Monitor also Ear levels. My PC is audible but I would class it as being very quiet when idle.

I cannot hear any noise coming from the monitor. Even when playing games at 240hz. Even with placing my ear near the back of the monitor.

My PC Fans Noise when under full load would cover up any slight noise coming from the monitor.

I think these new G-Sync processors are much better than the old ones when it comes to NOSIE.

The Asus ROG Swift PG279QM - Is Very Quiet :cool:

buzzlightweight · 13 Jul 2021 at 08:42

Dupppex said:
As you can see from this pic, my PC is very close to the Monitor also Ear levels. My PC is audible but I would class it as being very quiet when idle.

I cannot hear any noise coming from the monitor. Even when playing games at 240hz. Even with placing my ear near the back of the monitor.

My PC Fans Noise when under full load would cover up any slight noise coming from the monitor.

I think these new G-Sync processors are much better than the old ones when it comes to NOSIE.

The Asus ROG Swift PG279QM - Is Very Quiet

fantastic, thank you, I will place mine in order

ProStreet · 13 Jul 2021 at 17:15

Think I'm also going to buy one of these. 240hz and 1440p with lowest response times for an IPS and a gsync module with no fan noise is ideal!

I had a Acer x27 4k 144hz HDR 1000, but response times weren't great and fan did get noisy after a while. Although I guess this isn't like with like.. given it had HDR 1000.

Dupppex · 13 Jul 2021 at 18:25

This is the first HDR Monitor I have owned. So have next to no experience. I did not by this Monitor for HDR. So it's an bonus for me.

I have tried out a few games that have HDR support. Cyberpunk looks great especially at night in neon lit streets. However Far Cry 5 is poor and oversaturated. And most other games I don't really see that much of a difference.

To be honest the HDR in this monitor is not a game changer for me.

Going from 165hz to 240hz is subtle but noticeable upgrade. Playing State of decay 2 judgement and other games with my RTX 3090 FE at 200+ to 240fps is a blast.