ASUS ROG Swift PG278Q 27-in Monitor Review - NVIDIA G-Sync at 2560x1440

It's really easy to fall in love with the ASUS ROG Swift PG278Q monitor when you start using it. The build quality of the display is top notch and, even though it has the TN moniker on it, the quality and viewing angles are better than you're going to expect.

ASUS ROG Swift PG278Q GSYNC Gaming Monitor review

The ASUS ROG Swift PG278Q GSYNC gaming monitor was designed for a very specific type of gamer with an even more specific set of requirements, for them this monitor ticks all the right boxes.

Asus ROG Swift PG278Q

Updated 13 March 2015)

Excellent gaming experience, low response times and lag; Support for NVIDIA G-sync and new ULMB mode, Flicker-free backlight, Excellent default setup

Restrictive viewing angles of TN Film technology; Lack of preset modes and some bells and whistles; Limited connectivity with DisplayPort only

ASUS ROG PG278Q Swift G-Sync Monitor Review

ASUS aren't exactly new to the monitor world. In fact two of our favourite monitors of all time are ASUS models, including the very recently reviewed 4K screen that was extremely good value.

Asus ROG Swift PG278Q 144hz G-Sync Monitor (w/ GTX 780Ti ROG Matrix)

Today we review the highly anticipated Asus ROG Swift PG278Q. This 27 inch Nvidia G-SYNC monitor runs at WQHD 2560×1440 resolution, features a 144hz refresh rate and a 1ms (gtg) response time to cater to the most demanding gamer.

Super smooth motion at the highest settings; well thought out interface system – we love the nipple/joystick system; build quality; strongest; most versatile monitor stand system we have seen; very good ‘out of the box' setup

The cost will be too prohibitive for many; AMD users will need to buy Nvidia hardware to take advantage of G-SYNC; Be prepared to invest in expensive graphics hardware if you want consistent 100+ frame rates at 1440p in the latest DX11 games; Only $799 in America but £720 in UK ($1235)