The ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A is a 27-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) Fast IPS monitor built around one idea: as many frames per second as possible. It reaches up to 280Hz with overclocking, is rated at 1ms grey-to-grey, and pairs that speed with G-SYNC Compatible and FreeSync Premium certification for tear-free play in competitive shooters.
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280Hz over DisplayPort, 240Hz over HDMI
ASUS markets the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A as 280Hz (OC). The OC tag means the top figure relies on the monitor’s overclock setting. ASUS does not publish a separate native refresh rate for this model, so we do not state one.
Which port you use decides how fast the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A can go. In the ASUS signal-frequency table the DisplayPort 1.4 input runs from 48 to 280Hz vertical, while each of the two HDMI 2.0 inputs runs from 48 to 240Hz. So 280Hz needs a PC on DisplayPort; HDMI still gives a very fast 240Hz, which is a useful fallback for a second PC or a laptop without DisplayPort output.
Why Full HD on a 27-inch screen
At 1920 x 1080 over 27 inches the pixel pitch is 0.311mm, around 82 pixels per inch. Text and fine detail look softer than on a 1440p panel of the same size, and that is the honest trade-off. The benefit is that 1080p is far easier for a graphics card to run at very high frame rates: holding 240 to 280 frames per second in esports titles is realistic on mid-range hardware at this resolution, whereas the same frame rates at 1440p demand much more GPU power.
So the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A suits players whose priority is frame rate and motion clarity in games such as tactical and arena shooters, rather than sharpness for work or cinematic single-player games.
Response time and motion clarity
ASUS rates the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A panel at 1ms measured grey-to-grey (GTG). It does not publish an MPRT figure for this model, and a GTG number should not be compared with an MPRT number from another monitor, because they measure different things.
ELMB Sync allows Extreme Low Motion Blur to run together with variable refresh rate, reducing both smearing and tearing. ASUS notes that ELMB Sync is ideal for fast-paced games and works better above 85Hz. Shadow Boost, GameVisual presets and GamePlus overlays such as crosshairs and an FPS counter are included.
G-SYNC Compatible and FreeSync Premium
ASUS lists the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A as G-SYNC Compatible and AMD FreeSync Premium, and it is certified VESA AdaptiveSync Display at 280Hz. G-SYNC Compatible means NVIDIA has validated variable refresh with its graphics cards; it is not the same as a monitor with a dedicated G-SYNC module, which this is not.
Picture, HDR and practical details
On the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A, brightness is 300 nits typical, contrast 1000:1, colour coverage 100% sRGB with 16.7 million colours, and the viewing angles are 178 degrees. The surface is anti-glare, which helps in bright rooms.
The specification of the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A lists HDR10 support. That is a format tag: the monitor will accept an HDR10 signal, but with a 300-nit typical panel, no DisplayHDR certification and no published HDR peak brightness, it will not produce meaningful HDR highlights. Keep HDR off for competitive play.
There are two 2W speakers, a headphone jack and a USB 2.0 Type-A service port. The stand tilts from +20 to -5 degrees; ASUS does not list height, swivel or pivot adjustment, so a monitor arm on the 100 x 100mm VESA mount is the upgrade path. Power draw is under 20.5W on a 100-240V supply.
Who This Is Not For
If you also use the screen for spreadsheets, coding or photo work, 1080p on 27 inches looks noticeably soft; a 1440p model is the better choice.
Console players gain little from the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A: PS5 and Xbox cannot use 280Hz, and the HDMI inputs cap at 240Hz anyway. If you need height adjustment, the stand of the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A only tilts. And if you are shopping for HDR, a 300-nit panel with HDR10 format support is not an HDR monitor in any practical sense.
Order from Totot
Order the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A from Totot for delivery anywhere in the UAE in up to 3 business days, free on orders from AED 300. Cash on delivery, Tabby and Tamara are available at checkout. It includes a 1-year warranty from Totot, and returns are accepted within 14 days for a defective or non-conforming item; please report shipping damage within 48 hours.
Technical Specifications
- Model: ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A (black)
- Panel: 27-inch Fast IPS, 16:9, anti-glare
- Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD), 0.311mm pixel pitch
- Refresh rate: Up to 280Hz (OC) over DisplayPort 1.4; up to 240Hz over HDMI 2.0; native refresh rate not published by ASUS
- Response time: 1ms (GTG); MPRT not published
- Brightness: 300 nits typical; HDR peak not published
- HDR: HDR10 format support; no DisplayHDR certification
- Contrast ratio: 1000:1
- Colour: 100% sRGB; 16.7M colours
- Viewing angle: 178° / 178°
- Adaptive sync: G-SYNC Compatible, AMD FreeSync Premium, VESA AdaptiveSync Display 280Hz
- Motion features: ELMB Sync (works best above 85Hz)
- Gaming features: Shadow Boost, GameVisual, GamePlus
- Inputs: 1x DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR2), 2x HDMI 2.0; 1x USB 2.0 Type-A (service port only)
- Audio: 2W x 2 speakers, earphone jack
- Stand: Tilt +20° to -5°; no height adjustment listed
- VESA: 100 x 100mm
- Power: <20.5W on, <0.5W standby, <0.3W off; 100-240V, 50/60Hz
- Dimensions: 61.49 x 45.50 x 21.38 cm with stand; 61.49 x 36.65 x 5.30 cm without
- Weight: 5.1 kg with stand; 4.2 kg without
- In the box: DisplayPort cable, HDMI cable, power cord, L-shaped screwdriver, quick start guide, warranty card
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
All specifications above are taken from the official ASUS technical specification and product pages for the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A. Full details are published on the official ASUS website.
FAQ
Is 280Hz the native refresh rate of the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A?
No. ASUS labels 280Hz as OC (overclocked) and does not publish a separate native refresh rate.
What refresh rate do I get over HDMI?
240Hz at most. HDMI 2.0 is listed at 48 to 240Hz; 280Hz requires DisplayPort 1.4.
Is the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A G-SYNC Compatible?
Yes. ASUS lists G-SYNC Compatible certification, along with AMD FreeSync Premium. It has no dedicated G-SYNC module.
Is the 1ms response time GTG or MPRT?
1ms is GTG (grey-to-grey). ASUS does not publish an MPRT figure for this model.
Is it good for HDR?
No. HDR10 is supported as a format, but the panel is 300 nits typical with no DisplayHDR certification.
Does it have built-in speakers?
Yes, two 2W speakers, plus a headphone jack.
Is the ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM1A an original sealed product?
Yes. Every unit we ship is original ASUS stock, sealed in its retail box.
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