asus vx239h lcd panel free sample

Inspired by millennia of artistic legacy, the new VX239H sports an elegant and precision-crafted sundial design. The VX239H features an edge-to-edge frameless panel with 178° ultra-wide viewing angle AH-IPS A+ panel for incredible visuals. It’s ultra-slim and ergonomic design can be tilted to provide you comfortable viewing experiences, while dual HDMI/MHL ports offers extensive connectivity options.

VX239H comes with rich connectivity including dual HDMI/MHL ports and D-sub so that users could easily share and view MHL mobile devices* content on a much bigger screen, as well as charging MHL devices simultaneously. Also connect VX239H with Full HD Blu-ray Disc players and myriad HD playback devices like DVD players and set-top boxes for limitless entertainment and multimedia enjoyment with the built-in stereo speakers.

VX239H features a 16:9 aspect ratio LED-backlit AH-IPS A+ panel with a 178° wide-view angle that minimizes color shift on both horizontal and vertical planes to ensure quality visuals from almost any direction. AH-IPS is the latest in IPS technology – delivering improved color accuracy plus increased energy efficiency.

With ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio (ASCR) of 80,000,000:1 and 250cd/m² brightness, VX239H augments display contrast and sharpness by adjusting backlighting luminance to achieve the deepest blacks and brightest whites for truly lifelike visuals

To deliver a more comfortable viewing experience, ASUS Eyecare monitors adopts Flicker-Free Technology to clear out the distracted flicker shown on the screen and help reduce eye fatigue for long-period watching.

ASUS includes its exclusive QuickFit Virtual Scale feature with the VX239H, allowing you to preview photos and documents on-screen in their actual size prior to printing. It can be activated via a monitor hotkey, and serves as a highly useful guide to accurately view and edit photos in their native size.

There are various panel technologies. Each has its own specific features - viewing angles, color reproduction, response time, brightness/contrast, production cost, etc. The image quality depends directly on the type of the display panel used.AH-IPS

The most widely used panels are those with 6, 8, and 10 bits for each of the RGB components of the pixel. They provide 18-, 24-, and 30-bit color, respectively.8 bits (6 bits + FRC)

Frame Rate Control (FRC) is a method, which allows the pixels to show more color tones. With quick cyclic switching between different color tones, an illusion for a new intermediate color tone is created. For example, by using FRC, a 6-bit display panel is able to show 16.7 millioin colors, which are typical for 8-bit display panels, and not the standard 262200 colors, instead. There are different FRC algorithms.Yes

The maximum number of colors, which the display is able to reproduce, depends on the type of the panel in use and color enhancing technologies like FRC.16777216 colors

The backlight is the source of light of the LCD display panels. The type of backlight determines the image quality and the color space of the display. There are various backlights such as CCFL, LED, WLED, RGB-LED, and etc.W-LED

IPS panels are already taking away the stage from their TN panel counterparts mainly due to their rising advantages over the latter. They have a significantly better viewing angle, richer color reproduction, and are already catching up on response time performance as time goes by. Clearly, IPS is firmly becoming the norm when it comes to display devices.

IPS panels, though have tons of advantages, are significantly pricier compared to TN panels that is true, but it wont stop ASUS in their tracks to offer something quite surprising considering that they usually charge an extra when it comes to almost everything. The display that I am talking about is the ASUS VX239H. An inexpensive 23 Incher, “frameless” IPS panel based monitor coming from the guys at ASUS. Inexpensive is indeed the word for this panel, as it retails for only 7, 999 Pesos. Moreover, it is an AH-IPS and is specifically designed by LG.

The ASUS VX239H came in a tall yet slim eco- friendly packaging with a carrying handle. It’s easy to transport and it kept the display protected from bumps and bruises. Trust me I accidentally bumped this almost everywhere while lugging it back to home.

Out of the box, the ASUS VX239H sure looks classy in Black. The VX239H’s design actually reminds me of its pricier predecessor, the MX239H with a frame that is just  0.8mm thin; exposing most of the display’s panel which is not really border-less. Speaking, the panel itself features a matte finish which should be great if there are multiple light sources behind you, eliminating reflections, and ultimately, distractions.

As opposed to the matte finish of the front, the back of the display features a glossy piano Black appearance along with the ASUS logo. There are no VESA mounting holes here so mounting this on a VESA platform is a no-no.

The ASUS VX239H is really thin at 14.5mm sideways, but I have seen thinner displays such as my LG E2290. Doesn’t really matter actually, since I prefer the panel’s performance over beauty. – By a small margin

The I/O ports are located at the back of the panel, along with a Kensington Lock and perforations for the onboard speakers below. The ports consists of 2x HDMI/MHL, a VGA port, 2x Audio Ports, and a port for the power adapter. Overall, connectivity is looking good.

With an elegant design, something must be given up, and that is the panel’s limited amount of ergonomic adjustments. You can adjust the display’s viewing angle horizontally, and vertically, but you cannot rotate the panel itself, nor tilt it sideways.

Overall, the design and build quality is what I have expected from ASUS. It is solidly built, and is oozing with design goodness. I can see that this display wont have any problem blending in well to your desk.

The display’s menu has five default settings and it looks like it’s not that hard to use or navigate (or is it?). First thing that will greet you here is the Splendid sub menu that should help you set the display’s settings with minimal user intervention through presets. We find the Standard and sRGB mode suitable for our taste. Next up is the Color menu where you should be able to adjust the display’s brightness, contrast, saturation, color temperature, and even the skin tone adjustments. The Image menu is where ASUS’s VividPixel and ASCR (Dynamic Contrast Ratio) are found. Some of the settings here will be greyed out depending on the Splendid Profile that you have set. Lastly, we’ve got the Input mode and System Setup settings.

Though the software offers some goodies, navigating through the VX239H’s menu is more of a pain in the arse rather than an easy task. Sensor based inputs for displays wont really cut it I must say since it doesn’t feel substantial to use. The labels wont help much either, since it’s hard to read even with a good ambient lighting. The lack of substantial feel to the input just infuriates me. – Thing’s too sensitive too. Arrrggg!

IPS panels do offer huge advantages over the standard TN panels and that is evident with the ASUS VX239H. Color reproduction with this display is great, and viewing angles are outstanding; meaning that almost everywhere you look at it, there will be no visible contrast shifting on the panel’s wide area.

Testing out the VX239H with PassMark’s Monitor Test should provide us more insight about this display’s performance. We ran some sample tests and we found out that the grey-scale performance of the display is somewhat compressed. Meaning that there is little difference between the darkest of the Grays and all out Black. RGB test shows that the Green is a bit over-saturated which is thankfully, could be easily remedied by almost any software display calibration tool or via a display driver’s control panel.

Gaming with this monitor is fluid enough with zero noticeable blurring and or ghosting. I am surprised at first but since this is an AH-IPS based panel, response time has been considerably improved compared to the first generation of IPS panels. However, as we continue our tests, we noticed quite a small amount of back-light bleeding around the lower left area of the panel. It is not a game, nor a movie corrupting experience though which is alright. Speaking of cons, the onboard speaker of the VX239H sounded like it’s just an after thought. The audio performance is rather lacking and could use a little bit more punch in the lower end of the spectrum. However, we are not going to complain much about the speaker’s performance since for the price, it is a welcome addition. Power consumption wise, the VX239H consumes a maximum of 22W at full load, and almost nothing at standby mode.

The VX239H is a sleek, AH-IPS based display panel from ASUS that showed great performance across the border. We fancy its design and build quality, along with its panel’s performance that offering great color reproduction, good response time, and wide viewing angles. For an AH-IPS based 23″ display, this is already a solid deal.

Like any other products out there, the ASUS VX239H also has its own downsides. Back-light bleeding is unfortunately present, but good thing that it is minimal. Speaker/audio performance could be better but as I have said earlier, it’s already a welcome addition for the price. Now what I really hate about this display is the menu navigation, specifically the touch sensitive buttons and its layout. Sometimes I just want to poke the damn sensors but alas, my patience still got the better of me.

Price wise, with an SRP of 9, 990 Pesos, the VX239H really surprised me. ASUS set an example with the VX239H that performance and quality could still be achieved without digging deeply into the pocket. I highly recommend this one to those who are still bound under the spell of TN panels. Great visual investment for the price, indeed.

ASUS set an example with the VX239H that performance and quality could still be achieved without digging deeply into the pocket. I highly recommend this one to those who are still bound under the spell of TN panels. Great visual investment for the price, indeed.

The ASUS VX239H came in a tall yet slim eco- friendly packaging with a carrying handle. It’s easy to transport and it kept the display protected from bumps and bruises. The VX239H’s design actually reminds me of its pricier predecessor, the MX239H with a frame that is just 0.8mm thin; exposing most of the display’s panel which is not really border-less. Speaking, the panel itself features a matte finish which should be great if there are multiple light sources behind you, eliminating reflections, and ultimately, distractions.As opposed to the matte finish of the front, the back of the display features a glossy piano Black appearance along with the ASUS logo. There are no VESA mounting holes here so mounting this on a VESA platform is a no-no.The stand looks like a sundial and actually adds another point for the display’s elegance. It is made out of plastic though.

The menu buttons are located at the right side of the display with oddly arranged navigational buttons. Speaking, the buttons weren’t really “buttons” at all but are sensors built between protruding rings so you could get a feel that what you’re touching is an input device. This could work well if implemented at the front of the display but our experience shows otherwise. More about it later.The I/O ports are located at the back of the panel, along with a Kensington Lock and perforations for the onboard speakers below. The ports consists of 2x HDMI/MHL, a VGA port, 2x Audio Ports, and a port for the power adapter.

Overall, connectivity is looking good.With an elegant design, something must be given up, and that is the panel’s limited amount of ergonomic adjustments. You can adjust the display’s viewing angle horizontally, and vertically, but you cannot rotate the panel itself, nor tilt it sideways.Overall, the design and build quality is what I have expected from ASUS. It is solidly built, and is oozing with design goodness. I can see that this display wont have any problem blending in well to your desk.

The display’s menu has five default settings and it looks like it’s not that hard to use or navigate (or is it?). First thing that will greet you here is the Splendid sub menu that should help you set the display’s settings with minimal user intervention through presets. We find the Standard and sRGB mode suitable for our taste. Next up is the Color menu where you should be able to adjust the display’s brightness, contrast, saturation, color temperature, and even the skin tone adjustments. The Image menu is where ASUS’s VividPixel and ASCR (Dynamic Contrast Ratio) are found. Some of the settings here will be greyed out depending on the Splendid Profile that you have set, I have mine set at brightness-75 contrast-75. Lastly, we’ve got the Input mode and System Setup settings. IPS panels do offer huge advantages over the standard TN panels and that is evident with the ASUS VX239H. Color reproduction with this display is great, and viewing angles are outstanding; meaning that almost everywhere you look at it, there will be no visible contrast shifting on the panel’s wide area.

Gaming with this monitor is fluid enough with zero noticeable blurring and or ghosting. I am surprised at first but since this is an AH-IPS based panel, response time has been considerably improved compared to the first generation of IPS panels. However, as we continue our tests, we noticed quite a small amount of back-light bleeding around the lower left area of the panel. It is not a game, nor a movie corrupting experience though which is alright. Speaking of cons, the onboard speaker of the VX239H sounded like it’s just an after thought. The audio performance is rather lacking and could use a little bit more punch in the lower end of the spectrum. However, we are not going to complain much about the speaker’s performance since for the price, it is a welcome addition. Power consumption wise, the VX239H consumes a maximum of 22W at full load, and almost nothing at standby mode.

The VX239H is a sleek, AH-IPS based display panel from ASUS that showed great performance across the border. We fancy its design and build quality, along with its panel’s performance that offering great color reproduction, good response time, and wide viewing angles. For an AH-IPS based 23″ display, this is already a solid deal.

Like any other products out there, the ASUS VX239H also has its own downsides. Back-light bleeding is unfortunately present, but good thing that it is minimal. Speaker/audio performance could be better but as I have said earlier, it’s already a welcome addition for the price. Now what I really hate about this display is the menu navigation, specifically the touch sensitive buttons and its layout. Sometimes I just want to poke the damn sensors but alas, my patience still got the better of me.

Price wise the VX239H really surprised me. ASUS set an example with the VX239H that performance and quality could still be achieved without digging deeply into the pocket. I highly recommend this one to those who are still bound under the spell of TN panels.

Desktop monitors have greatly evolved and improved over the years; from the ancient bulky and heavy CRT monitor, to the almost bezel-free super bright IPS display. Nowadays, monitors do not come only with a wider and larger screen size, but they also produce brighter and more vivid pictures and images which are pleasing to the eyes. Today, let’s take a look at the Asus VX279, a 27-inch monitor featuring an IPS panel, 178° wide viewing angle and many more. The Asus VX279H is also similar with the Asus VX279Q which is currently available in US region. Check out my review below and find out if the Asus VX279 is the right monitor for you.

The Asus VX279 is a 27-inch full HD AH-IPS LED display featuring a wide viewing angle in a super thin bezel. It has dual HDMI/MHL ports for multi device connections and MHL device battery charging. Since this is a full HD display, it has a native resolution of 1920×1080 and 16:9 aspect ratio.

It has a maximum brightness level of 250 cd/㎡, that is significantly brighter compared to an LCD display, like the Samsung P2370 that I am using most of the time. The Asus VX279 features Asus’ exclusive VividPixel Technology where it enhances outline, sharpness and color saturation of images and videos to deliver high-quality visual experience.

The Asus VX279 sample that I got came in with its retail box, but the accessories where no longer complete. The complete packaging should include the following: VGA cable, Audio cable, Power cord, Power adapter, Quick start guide, HDMI-to-DVI cable (optional), HDMI cable (optional), Warranty Card, MHL cable (optional). The monitor itself is protected by a Styrofoam, but I recommend that you should handle the box with extra care when the monitor is still inside the box, since the Styrofoam is not that thick and the monitor is not fully covered on the front side.

The pictures above show the front view of the Asus VX279 with its power turned off and the other one turned on. The VX279’s display features a non-reflective and matte finish, which I think is very helpful specially if the monitor is placed near a window. You can’t see any reflections that would interfere with your viewing.

There are two built in speakers in the Asus VX279 that are located at both side. Don’t expect them to be great speakers though, that can be a substitute for your external speakers. The control panel is located on the lower right hand side section of the monitor. There are labeled for your convenience but the buttons are located under the frame. The buttons are also touch sensitive. You don’t have to push them to activate a button. But this feature can have its downside. Unfortunately the labels are not backlit, which I seriously think Asus should consider putting back lights on them. It was hard to navigate the menus at night since you can see the labels at all. Plus, since the buttons are (very) touch-sensitive, I often find myself pressing the wrong button.

Well, enough with the minor complains and let’s move on to the rest of its features. Overall, I find the Asus VX279 to have a simple and “classy” design. It doesn’t have a bezel-free design or ultra-thin bezel. But the bezel is just only 0.8mm thin, which is pretty slim, compared to other monitors. I don’t want to think that it’s “frameless”, since it still does have frames, only that they are thinner compared to most monitors out there. This makes it ideal for a multiple setup display, great for Eyefinity or NVIDIA Surround setups.

Not only that the Asus VX279 has a thin bezel, the monitor itself is only 17.5mm at its thinnest point, making it very slim and sexy. The monitor is attached to a non-removable “neck” that is connected to a stylish circular stand. You can tilt the monitor downwards and upwards, which I think is great. But you can’t adjust the height of the display, not to mention there are no holes for mounting it as well. You’ll have to place it on top of a box or something if you want the monitor to be a little bit higher.

At the back of the Asus VX279, you’ll see two HDMI/MHL ports, a VGA port, headphone and audio port, and the power connector located right in the center, just above its neck. Now let’s take a look at the monitor’s Menu/Functions below.

The Asus VX279 has five main menus – Spendid, Color, Image, Input Select and System Setup. In the Splendid menu this contains preset settings where you can choose from Scenery mode, Standard mode, Theater mode, Game mode, Night View mode, and sRGB mode.  I prefer to use the sRGB mode when working, and the Scenery mode while playing or watching movies.

I have been using the Asus VX279 for several weeks and that includes gaming, watching HD movies and using the monitor for work. But to give you a proper demonstration of the monitor’s performance, I used PassMark MonitorTest to run some tests. I took four shots each test using a DSLR camera. I’m not an expert in photography and I was not able to capture the colors 100% exactly the same the way I saw it with my own eyes. So the images below are not 100% accurate in terms of colors or brightness, but more or less that is how the monitor looks when I took the photos. Also, the room didn’t have any other light except the light coming from the monitor itself, and the mouse.

Above you see four pictures of the Asus VX279. One is taken directly in front, and the three other are taken from an angle (top, bottom and left side). As you can see, the monitor is very viewable even in different angles thanks to its AH-IPS panel. There were some bleeding but not very noticeable at all. Some people might notice it but generally the display was looking good.

Colors were also accurately displayed even when viewed from different angles. I am really impressed with the Asus VX279’s performance. I enjoyed watching movies with this monitor and gaming as well. But I have to comment on the gaming aspect. There are PC gamers out there who are not bothered with the kind of monitor they have. As long as they can play the games with no lags or anything that might interfere with their gaming, then they are okay. But there are gamers who want a fast monitor, that doesn’t produce ghosting or motion blurs, and even flickering or tearing while playing games. Unfortunately guys, this monitor is not immune to those.

The Asus VX279 has 5ms 75Hz response time. It’s fast, but not as fast as a 1ms/144Hz monitor. When I was playing games with the monitor, I observed flickering and tearing specially when V-Sync was not turned on. Motion blurs are also noticeable specially at higher frame rates. But then again, the Asus VX279 is not really a gaming monitor, like the ASUS VG248QE and other VG series. So one can’t really complain if the VX279 is prone to motion blurs or screen tearing. If you want a monitor that is really geared towards gaming, then better get the ASUS VG248QE or the ASUS VG278HE instead.

One thing I also noticed right after using the Asus VX279, texts are not that crisp or fine. I can see that it were somewhat pixelated compared to my 23-inch Samsung P2370. I’m not saying that the P2370 is better than the VX279, heck no. The VX279 is far better than my current monitor. But since it is a 27-inch monitor in a 1920×1080 resolution, it has lesser pixel density or pixel per inch compared to a 23-inch 1080p monitor. Perhaps that could be the reason why pixels where somewhat noticeable in the Asus VX279, specially with texts.

In the US, the Asus VX279Q is now available with an SRP of $299. Remember the price is at the time I posted this review. You might stumble into this review a few weeks or months from now (or even a year or so), and by that time I’m sure prices have already change. Check out the link for updated pricing and availability.

After testing and using the Asus VX279 for several weeks, there’s one thing I want to do, call my friend from Asus and ask him if I can keep the monitor. Why? Because I do not want to go back to my old monitor as my main monitor, really! Unfortunately, I have to return it to them. Watching movies on the 27-inch Asus VX279 was fantastic. We don’t have to position our heads parallel to the display anymore; we can perfectly watch movies/videos at any angle we want. The display was also significantly brighter compared to my old LCD monitors. Editing photos and videos was also a better experience, but it did take a little time for me to adjust regarding the text, though.

I also like the design in general and the thin bezel. But I think Asus can do better than that by making the bezel thinner than 0.8mm. I really can’t complain about the quality of built-in speakers, but I wish Asus would put back lights on the labels for the menu, specially that they are using touch sensitive buttons. You can’t see the labels at all, specially if there are no other lights (except the one coming from the monitor itself). It’s really hard to guess if your finger is positioned beneath the right button that you want to press. And one thing that I didn’t like about this monitor is that it didn’t have VESA mount or wall mounting support, or even a height adjustment.

Well, most of my rants where really not on the display itself, but on the other features or functions which Asus could have incorporated in this monitor. And those are just minor complaints, and serves as room for improvements that we would like to see in their upcoming monitors. Nevertheless, the 27-inch Asus VX279 monitors is a well built and great IPS display monitor. Considering the overall design and the price of the Asus VX279, it deserves the PC Enthusiast’s Highly Recommended Award.

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The ASUS TUF VG29AQ is better than the ASUS VG279Q. Though they both have an IPS panel, the TUF VG27AQ has a higher resolution, a slightly faster refresh rate due to its factory overclock, and has HDR support. On the other hand, the VG279Q has better ergonomics, can get brighter, and has better reflection handling. Unfortunately, its black uniformity is quite poor.

The ASUS VG279Q is slightly better than the LG 27GL650F-B. The ASUS has much better ergonomics, with a 180° swivel range and a wider tilt range, so it"s easier to place it in an ideal viewing position. Unlike the 27GL650F-B, the ASUS VG279Q doesn"t support HDR, but this doesn"t add much to the LG anyway.

The ASUS VG279QM is much better than the ASUS VG279Q. The VG279QM has a much higher max refresh rate and a much faster response time, resulting in much clearer motion, with little blur behind fast-moving objects. The VG279QM supports HDR, and it supports ASUS" ELMB-SYNC feature, so you can use black frame insertion and the variable refresh rate feature at the same time.

The Gigabyte M27Q is better than the ASUS VG279Q for most uses. The Gigabyte has a higher resolution to deliver a sharper image, and it also has better motion handling due to its higher refresh rate and faster response time. It offers more features, like HDR support, USB-C input, a Picture-in-Picture mode, and a built-in KVM.

The LG 27GN650-B and the ASUS VG279Q are very similar 1080p, 144Hz monitors. Even though the ASUS scores slightly higher for gaming, the LG has much better response times, resulting in clearer images in fast-moving scenes. The ASUS gets a lot brighter to combat glare, so it might be a better choice if you tend to game in a well-lit room. It also has better ergonomics than the LG, which makes it easier to place the screen in an ideal viewing position.

Overall, the ASUS TUF Gaming VG259QM is better than the ASUS VG279Q. The VG259QM has a much higher refresh rate, faster response time, and HDR support. However, the VG279Q has better viewing angles, out-of-the-box color accuracy, and gradient handling.

The ASUS VG279Q is a much better monitor than the ASUS TUF VG27VQ. Both have a 1080p resolution but the VG27VQ uses a VA panel, while the VG279Q uses an IPS panel, so the viewing angles are much better on it. The VG279Q has better SDR peak brightness and reflection handling, so it performs better in bright rooms. On the other hand, the VG27VQ has a higher max refresh rate and slightly better input lag for gaming.

The ASUS VG279Q is a better gaming monitor than the Samsung Odyssey G3 LF27G35T, but they have different panel types. They each have a 1080p resolution with a 144Hz refresh rate, but the ASUS has an IPS panel with wider viewing angles, and the Samsung has a VA panel with better contrast. Motion looks much smoother on the ASUS due to its quick response times. It"s also a better choice for use in well-lit rooms because it gets brighter and has a bit better reflection handling.

The ASUS VG279Q and the HP X24ih are two great gaming monitors. The ASUS has a larger 27 inch screen, providing more space for multitasking, but the smaller screen on the HP allows for a higher pixel density since they each have a 1080p resolution. The ASUS has much better ergonomics as the stand offers swivel adjustments. In terms of gaming, they each have low input lag, but the HP has a quicker response time for smoother motion.

The ASUS VG279Q is much better than the MSI Optix G272 for most users and is better for gaming. The ASUS has a much better stand, with a full range of height, tilt, and swivel adjustments, and it has better viewing angles. The ASUS is also brighter than the MSI but doesn"t handle reflections quite as well. On the other hand, the MSI has a faster response time, resulting in clearer motion when gaming.

The LG 27GL850-B is slightly better than the ASUS VG279Q for most uses. The LG has a higher resolution screen, and it supports HDR. The VG279Q has much better ergonomics and an optional black frame insertion feature. The LG has better motion handling overall, with a faster response time that delivers extremely clear motion, with almost no blur behind fast-moving objects.

The ASUS VG279Q is significantly better than the MSI Optix G27C4 in most uses. The IPS panel on the VG279Q provides much better viewing angles, has much better color accuracy, and it can get brighter to combat glare. The VG279Q"s ergonomics are also much better, but on the other hand, the G27C4 has a higher contrast ratio due to its VA panel, and it has a slightly higher refresh rate of 165Hz.

The ASUS VG279Q is much better than the ASUS VG248QE. The VG279Q has better ergonomics, and the image remains accurate when viewed at an angle. The VG279Q also has a larger screen, a faster refresh rate, and it supports FreeSync variable refresh rate technology.

The ASUS VG279Q is better than the Acer Nitro VG271 Pbmiipx. The ASUS has a much better stand, with a full range of ergonomic adjustments, and it has slightly better black uniformity, but this varies between units. Unlike the VG271, the VG279Q doesn"t support HDR, but this doesn"t add much on the Acer anyway.

The ASUS VG279Q is slightly better overall than the MSI Optix MAG273R. The ASUS has better horizontal viewing angles and much better ergonomics, so it might be easier to place it in an ideal viewing position. On the other hand, the MSI supports HDR and has better gradient handling, although the former doesn"t add much, as it can"t get very bright in HDR.

The LG 27GL83A-B and the ASUS VG279Q have very similar performance overall but have also significant differences. The LG has a higher resolution screen, and it supports HDR, while the ASUS has much better ergonomics and an optional black frame insertion feature to help with the appearance of motion. The LG has a faster response time and delivers extremely clear motion, with almost no blur behind fast-moving objects.

The ASUS VG279Q is a bit better overall than the Acer Nitro VG271UP Pbmiipx, depending on your use. The VG279Q has much better ergonomics and better black uniformity, although the black uniformity varies between units. The VG271UP, on the other hand, has a higher native resolution, and it supports HDR, so it might be better for some people, especially if you plan on VESA mounting the monitor and ergonomics don"t matter to you.

The ASUS ProArt Display PA278QV is better than the ASUS VG279Q for most uses; however, they aren"t designed for the same purpose. The PA278QV is an office monitor that performs well enough for gaming, while the VG279Q is a gaming monitor first, but can be used in an office setting. The PA278QV has better ergonomics, a higher resolution, and it has a USB hub with four USB 3.0 ports. On the other hand, the VG279Q has better pre-calibration color accuracy, a wider SDR color gamut, and a 144Hz refresh rate that makes fast motion look a lot smoother.

The ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q is slightly better than the ASUS VG279Q. The PG279Q supports G-SYNC and has a higher native resolution. The VG279Q supports FreeSync and has a stand with better ergonomics, to help you place it in a more comfortable position.

The ASUS VG279Q is much better than the ASUS VG245H. The VG279Q has a larger screen, much higher refresh rate, and much better viewing angles. The VG279Q also has better gray uniformity, can get much brighter, and has an optional black frame insertion feature.

The ASUS VG279Q is much better than the Samsung T55, but they"re very different monitors. The ASUS has a 144Hz refresh rate that results in much quicker response time, and it also has a lower input lag. This monitor has wider viewing angles, much better ergonomics, it gets brighter, and it has more accurate colors. However, the Samsung has a bigger screen and it produces deeper blacks because it has a VA panel.

The Pixio PX7 Prime and the ASUS VG279Q are very similar overall, but the ASUS is better for gaming. The PX7 Prime has a higher native resolution and a higher refresh rate, and it supports HDR, but this doesn"t add much. The ASUS VG279Q, on the other hand, has better ergonomics, a slightly faster response time, and an optional black frame insertion feature.

The ASUS VG279Q is better than the HP OMEN X 27. The VG279Q has much better ergonomics, better viewing angles, and an optional black frame insertion feature. The OMEN X has a higher refresh rate and a higher native resolution, and it supports HDR, although this doesn"t add much.

The Dell S2721HGF and the ASUS VG279Q have very similar gaming performance as they"re both 1080p monitors with a 144Hz refresh rate, excellent response time, and low input lag. The main difference is that the Dell has a VA panel and is better suited for dark rooms, while the ASUS has an IPS panel with wider viewing angles. The ASUS is also a better choice for well-lit environments because it gets brighter, and it offers more ergonomic adjustments, including a wide swivel range and rotation to portrait mode. Also, if you want to use it for 60fps console gaming, the ASUS has a better response time at 60Hz.

The ASUS VG279Q and LG 27UK650-W have very similar overall performance but are very different. The ASUS has a faster refresh rate and a lower input lag, which is better for gaming. Also, the ASUS has much better ergonomics to allow you to place it in a comfortable position with ease. The LG, on the other hand, has a higher resolution and supports HDR.

The ASUS VG279Q is a bit better than the Dell S2719DGF. The VG279Q has much better black uniformity, although it still isn"t great, and the VG279Q has an optional black frame insertion feature. The S2719DGF has a higher resolution screen, which some people might prefer, and it has a faster response time.

The ASUS VG279Q is much better than the ViewSonic XG2402. The VG279Q has better ergonomics, much better viewing angles, better gray uniformity, and an optional Black Frame Insertion feature. The VG279Q also has a larger screen, but the same 1080p resolution as the XG2402.

The ASUS VG279Q is better than the Acer Nitro RG241Y Pbiipx for most uses. The ASUS has a bigger screen, significantly better ergonomics, and higher peak brightness. It also has wider viewing angles and better accuracy out of the box. However, the Acer has a slightly higher refresh rate of 165Hz, better gradient handling, and faster response time.

The ASUS PG279QZ and ASUS VG279Q are very similar overall, each with their strengths and weaknesses. The PG279QZ supports G-SYNC and has a higher native resolution. The VG279Q supports FreeSync, which is more universally supported, and the stand has better ergonomics.

The Gigabyte AORUS AD27QD is slightly better than the ASUS VG279Q. The AD27QD supports HDR, although there isn"t much benefit to this. The AD27QD also has a higher native resolution, delivering a more immersive, detailed gaming experience. The VG279Q, on the other hand, has much better ergonomics and slightly better black uniformity.

The Samsung CHG70 and ASUS VG279Q use different panel technologies, each with their advantages and disadvantages. The CHG70 looks best in a dark room, it supports HDR, and has a higher native resolution. The VG279Q, on the other hand, has better ergonomics and the IPS panel delivers wide viewing angles, but it doesn"t look as good in a dark room.

The ASUS VG279Q is much better than the ASUS MX279HS. The VG279G has a much faster refresh rate and faster response time, so motion looks a lot crisper and smoother. The VG279G is much better for gaming, as it supports FreeSync and it can get much brighter, so it"s also suitable for brighter rooms.

This article is part of the LCD Motion Artifacts 101 series. This page illustrates overdrive artifacts (inverse ghosting) of different response time acceleration settings on a computer monitor. Different manufacturers uses different terminology. ASUS uses “Trace Free” for their computer monitors, while BENQ uses “AMA“, and Acer uses “Overdrive“.

For ASUS computer monitors with the “Trace Free” adjustment, an excellent compromise setting is usually Trace Free 60, which balances ghosting visibility with corona visibility.

Another method of reducing the visiblity of ghosting and coronas is to use a faster LCD display (e.g. 120Hz, 144Hz, or 240Hz monitor) and/or to use an LCD display with a strobe backlight such as ULMB or LightBoost (see Motion Blur Reduction FAQ) which hides pixel transitions by turning off the backlight between refreshes, as well as reducing motion blur (60Hz vs 120Hz vs ULMB). Ghosting and coronas are the visible pixel transitions being seen by the human eye.

Tested monitor: ASUS VG278H, running at 120Hz, using the test at www.testufo.com/ghosting running at 960 pixels/second. Different monitors and refresh rates can have different overdrive strengths. Artifacts may show up at lower or higher overdrive settings on another monitor. The motion artifacts are otherwise very similar.

Without overdrive, LCD displays are prone to ghosting. Ghosting is typically caused by the asymmetric speeds of pixel transitions. LCD pixels often transition faster (or more completely) to a specific color, than back from a specific color. This creates the differences in motion artifacts on the leading edge versus the trailing edge of moving on-screen objects.

LCD motion artifacts are frequently caused by pixel response imperfections. For more information about pixel response, see GtG versus MPRT: Frequently Asked Questions About Pixel Response.

You should be able to do this with your graphics card/chip vendor"s control panel. If your computer has more than one graphics card/chip, ensure you are adjusting settings for the right one. For instance, my laptop has an Intel chip as its main graphics (for which I need to set the resolution) and a fancier nVidia graphics processor used mainly for games video processing (which has no resolution setting). If in doubt, open Device Manager and see what"s listed under Display adapters.

If the native resolution isn"t selectable in your own graphics control panel, you might need more recent drivers for it. If you"re using the latest drivers but the native resolution isn"t listed in your graphics vendor"s control panel, then you might have a video card too old to use a large monitor.

Once the native resolution is set correctly, you need to setup Cleartype text in Windows. You can find these settings by opening Control Panel and typing ClearType into the search box. Follow all instructions in the ClearType Text Tuner.