ASUS ROG Swift ASUS ROG Swift 27" (26.5" viewable) 1440P OLED DSC Review

This 27-inch 1440p OLED hits 240Hz with best-in-class color accuracy. It's a top choice for fast, vibrant gaming, though connectivity is limited. Prices range from $699 to $1150, so hunt for a deal.

The ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM-R is a 27-inch 1440p OLED monitor that's built for speed. Its 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time make it one of the fastest panels we've tested, landing in the 82nd percentile for performance. That means it's well above average for gaming, and it pairs that speed with OLED's signature perfect blacks and vibrant colors. And it's not just fast. The color accuracy is top of the charts, scoring in the 99th percentile, and its full range of height, tilt, swivel, and pivot adjustments puts it near the top for ergonomics too. This is a monitor that prioritizes motion clarity and immersion over sheer size or connectivity.

This thing is fast. The 240Hz refresh rate and near-instantaneous 0.03ms response time mean motion looks incredibly crisp, with virtually no blur or ghosting. In our tests, its performance score sits in the 82nd percentile, making it a strong contender for competitive gaming. The OLED panel delivers the deep blacks and high contrast we expect, and its color performance is a standout, hitting the 99th percentile. That 99% DCI-P3 coverage and Delta E < 2 accuracy mean games and media look stunningly vibrant and true-to-life. The HDR peak brightness hits 1000 nits on a small portion of the screen, which is good for punchy highlights, though the full-screen brightness is a more typical 450 nits.

Prices for this monitor swing from $699 to $1150 across different vendors. That's a $451 spread, so shopping around is key. At the lower end, around $700, it becomes a compelling value for a high-end 240Hz OLED. At the high end, over $1100, you're paying a premium for the ROG branding and features. Given its top-tier color and strong gaming performance, the lower price points offer a good price-per-performance ratio, especially compared to some 4K OLED options that cost much more.

Compared to the 4K, 240Hz ASUS ROG Swift, this 1440p OLED trades ultimate pixel density for potentially better frame rates at that refresh rate, since 1440p is easier to drive. Against the MSI MPG 322URX QD-OLED, which is a 32-inch 4K 240Hz panel, this ASUS is smaller and has a lower resolution, but might have slightly better motion handling due to the pixel response and potentially better color accuracy. The Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 is a completely different beast—a massive 57-inch ultrawide—so this ASUS is for those who want a more standard, fast 27-inch experience. If you want the absolute best ergonomics and color on a fast monitor, this ASUS is a leader. If you need more ports or a bigger screen, look at the competitors.

Skip this if you need a monitor with lots of ports. Its connectivity score is in the 33rd percentile, meaning it lags behind most monitors in that area. Also, if you primarily work in a very bright room and need high full-screen brightness, the 450 nits might feel underwhelming compared to some IPS panels. And if you're looking for a compact, portable display, this heavy 10kg monitor is not it.

If you're a competitive gamer or anyone who values flawless motion and stunning color over having a ton of ports or a massive screen, this ASUS ROG Swift OLED is a fantastic pick. Its performance and color scores are impressive, and the ergonomics are excellent. The price variance means you can potentially get a great deal. We'd recommend it for anyone building a high-end 1440p gaming rig who wants the OLED advantage without stepping up to a more expensive 4K OLED panel.