Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
ASUS VG278HV 27 inch Full HD 1920x1080 Gaming Monitor
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
7.1
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
181
Old Reviews
29
Unverified
6
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Full HD 1080p
RESOLUTION
144 Hz
REFRESH RATE
Yes
HDMI
Review Analysis - 146 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Display Clarity
3627, tn, dead pixels, asus monitor, screen
+67%
-33%
" ... To say the least, the 144 refresh is beautiful, the quality of color and screen is amazing. ... "
" ... So far it's perfect, no off pixels and it's clear and bright. ... "
" ... Only cons are it doesn't have G-Sync if you're an NVIDIA user like me, but all the good G-Sync screens are over $600 anyway. ... "
" ... Do this and this monitor's resolution is very good. ... "
" ... I bought this monitor because it was 250 cheaper than the benq monitor to hold me over and now I think I am going to buy a second Asus monitor. ... "
" ... Not once have I wished I was playing on the big screen! ... "
" ... Pros: Beautiful Display ... "
" ... The monitor itself I found to be fantastic. ... "
Ports
33dvi, monitor, 144hz, dual link dvi, cable
+48%
-52%
" ... Doesn't run at 144hz even with dual-link DVI-D cable. ... No displayport option, only VGA, HDMI, and dual-link DVI-D. No cables were included with my purchase. ... "
" ... I think its dumb it comes with an HDMI cable when HDMI cables dont support 144hz. ... "
" ... Didn't provide dual link DVI cable. ... "
" ... however, didn't come with the correct DVI cord needed for full HD. ... "
" ... This monitor came with only a hdmi cord which does not support 144hz. ... FYI: If your desktop only support DisplayPort and hdmi, DONT BUY IT. ... "
" ... It does not have a display port option. ... "
" ... It has no Display Port, so you're stuck using DVI, which is bearable. ... "
" ... No display port and it only came with a HDMI cable that supports 60hz. ... Even the crap $180 ASUS monitors I tried had both DVI and HDMI cables and a DP port. ... I knew about the cable issue so I also ordered an $8 dual link DVI cable from Amazon at the same time(don't go to a brick and mortar store for one, you will pay 3-4X or more the price I paid). ... Apparently, the 24" model comes with the proper cabling and display port but this doesn't. ... Oddly, this has VGA also. ... "
Gaming
31monitor, 144hz, games, game, overwatch
+94%
-6%
" ... By far the best Monitor on the market for FPS games! ... "
" ... If you don't care about higher resolution and just want to game, get this. ... "
" ... It's truly amazing for gaming. ... "
" ... just what i needed in a gaming monitor! ... "
" ... And this is 1080p which some gamers would scoff at, but honestly higher framerate is more important to me in gaming than higher resolution. ... I hit 100+ framerates in all my games with my GTX 1070. ... "
" ... Use daily for gaming. ... "
" ... Gaming at 144hz is the best thing I have done with my life for awhile. ... "
" ... The ps4 game was incredibly vibrant. ... "
Cables
20monitor, 144hz, hdmi, dvi, dual link dvi
+40%
-60%
" ... I think its dumb it comes with an HDMI cable when HDMI cables dont support 144hz. ... "
" ... Inputs are at a terrible angle for how bulky this monitor is, especially with part of it blocking thicker cables from sitting flush. ... You have to bend your cables to get them to actually work and sit inside properly. ... "
" ... I tried different cables, tried reseting it, and it's still there. ... "
" ... however, didn't come with the correct DVI cord needed for full HD. ... "
" ... I knew about the cable issue so I also ordered an $8 dual link DVI cable from Amazon at the same time(don't go to a brick and mortar store for one, you will pay 3-4X or more the price I paid). ... "
" ... The monitor did not come with a DVI Cable. ... I am not just going to keep purchasing random DVI cables and hoping they work with the monitor. ... "
" ... So there I am, looking through bin upon bin of display cords. ... "
" ... After reading through all the comments it is apparent that it is now normal that it comes with only an HDMI cable and without the Dual Link DVI cable the monitor is unable to reach 144HZ. ... "
Device Compatibility
19love this monitor, wanted, dvi, windows, speakers
+84%
-16%
" ... This is a great monitor. ... This monitor is also pretty expensive and doesn't have features like G-Sync. ... "
" ... Been a great monitor. ... "
" ... Very nice monitor ... "
" ... Wow I love this monitor. ... "
" ... I love this monitor. ... "
" ... I have made the transition to this gaming monitor from a 65in Smart TV. ... "
" ... This is your new monitor. ... "
" ... I don't use my speakers that often so I wanted to avoid having to buy a pair of desktop speakers but it looks like that's what I'll have to do. ... "
Price
18monitor, money, amazing, hundred, dollars
+89%
-11%
" ... For the price, I expected a little more, but it does perform and is a nice product. ... "
" ... For the price it can't be beat. ... "
" ... Amazing picture for the price. ... "
" ... I think they could do away with them and save the customer the 25 bucks they cost but beyond that, 144hz at 1080p you can't go wrong. ... "
" ... Its worth the 299 and i got it on sale in black Friday for like 200$ i was so happy i will buy it again for sure !!! ... "
" ... Highly recommend for ~ $300. ... "
" ... There just aren't that many good options in this price range. ... "
" ... Great addition for a gaming computer without dropping a ton of money. ... "
Color
17color, brightness, monitor, contrast, adjust
+76%
-24%
" ... To say the least, the 144 refresh is beautiful, the quality of color and screen is amazing. ... "
" ... If you however want to do more than just game, get at least a 2k monitor with better color. ... "
" ... Great picture, great brightness, contrast and colors. ... "
" ... Colors/clarity wasn't what I was looking for. ... "
" ... Colors are basic, nothing like an IPS monitor. ... Settings are a bit minimal with just brightness, contrast, sharpness, and saturation. ... "
" ... The colors are a little flat but you can definitely adjust them to look very nice. ... "
" ... Lots of settings to adjust colors, contrast, brightness, etc. ... "
" ... If you're looking for top quality images and true colors, you will need to look at a different technology (other than TN). ... "
Picture Quality
11good, colors, quality, purpose, monitor
+100%
" ... I purchased this monitor 22 November 2016, the picture quality was good, and it served its purpose of a gaming and multimedia monitor well. ... "
" ... Amazing picture for the price. ... "
" ... Great picture, great brightness, contrast and colors. ... "
" ... The picture is beautiful and it runs my games at 144fps solid! ... "
" ... You can make out pictures and what they are. ... "
" ... Picture-wise, even after calibration, I would say that this monitor is purpose built. ... "
" ... If you're looking for top quality images and true colors, you will need to look at a different technology (other than TN). ... "
" ... Great product, awesome image, excellent for gaming ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
HDMI: Yes
Display
Resolution: Full HD 1080p
Refresh Rate: 144 Hz
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