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ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP review
ASUS's 27-inch 1440p 480Hz matte WOLED: very low measured lag, improved text rendering, and a long track record.
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Quick verdict
The PG27AQDP was the first 480Hz OLED and remains a strong competitive monitor. TFTCentral measured a 0.44 ms average response and about 0.20 ms display lag, and found text noticeably cleaner than older WOLED panels thanks to a corrected subpixel order. Tom's Hardware still ranks it its best overall OLED gaming monitor in 2026.
Newer tandem panels such as the PG27AQWP-W are brighter and faster, and this model's SDR brightness is modest at about 259 nits with Uniform Brightness on. There is no USB-C, and ELMB cannot be combined with VRR.
26.5″ · 1440p · 480Hz · WOLED (3rd gen, LG Display) · BFI (ELMB)
Buy it if
- You play esports at 300 to 480 fps.
- You prefer a matte finish.
- You want 4K 120Hz console input over HDMI 2.1.
Skip it if
- You want bright SDR for a sunny room.
- You want the newest 540Hz tandem panels; see the PG27AQWP-W.
Key specifications
| Exact model | PG27AQDP |
|---|---|
| Size / aspect | 26.5″ / 16:9 |
| Resolution | 2560×1440 |
| Refresh rate | 480Hz |
| Dual mode | No |
| Panel family | OLED |
| Panel subtype | WOLED (3rd gen, LG Display) |
| Subpixel layout | RGWB (updated order) |
| Coating | Matte anti-glare |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Backlight | Not applicable (self-emissive) |
| Motion technology | ELMB black frame insertion at 240Hz and 120Hz (not with VRR or HDR) |
| Adaptive sync / VRR | FreeSync Premium, G-SYNC Compatible, VESA AdaptiveSync |
| HDR | HDR modes; 1,300 nits peak specified |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC |
| HDMI | 2x HDMI 2.1 |
| USB-C | None |
| USB ports | USB hub |
| KVM switch | No |
| Audio | Headphone jack; no speakers |
| Stand | Adjustable stand |
| VESA mount | Unknown |
| Warranty | 3 years including burn-in (US) |
Specifications are manufacturer-stated unless marked as measured. “Unknown” means we could not verify the value, not that it is zero or absent.
Advantages and drawbacks
Advantages
- 0.44 ms response and about 0.20 ms lag in TFTCentral's testing.
- Improved WOLED text rendering.
- Matte coating.
- 3-year warranty including burn-in.
Drawbacks
- About 259 nits SDR with Uniform Brightness on.
- No USB-C or KVM.
- ELMB is manual and not usable with VRR or HDR.
- VRR flicker still appears in extreme scenarios.
What independent testing reports
| Metric | Reported result | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grey-to-grey response | 0.44 ms average | 480Hz | TFTCentral, September 2, 2024 |
| Total display lag | About 0.20 ms | 480Hz | TFTCentral, September 2, 2024 |
| SDR brightness | 259 nits | Maximum, Uniform Brightness on | TFTCentral, September 2, 2024 |
These are third-party results, not our tests. Different outlets use different methods, so compare numbers only within the same source.
Motion, response, and latency
TFTCentral found motion at 480Hz sharper than 360Hz QD-OLED competitors, with 0.44 ms average response and Class 1 lag. ELMB black frame insertion is available at 240Hz and 120Hz, but not with VRR or HDR, and requires manual setup.
Image quality and HDR
TFTCentral measured 259 nits in SDR with Uniform Brightness on. HDR peaks are specified at 1,300 nits for small highlights, with brightness varying by content. WOLED keeps blacks deep in ambient light better than QD-OLED, and the updated subpixel layout reduces text fringing.
Connectivity, PC, and console notes
DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports, and a USB hub. HDMI 2.1 accepts 4K 120Hz from consoles with HDMI VRR and ALLM, according to TFTCentral. DSR and DLDSR are unavailable while DSC is active.
OLED care and warranty
ASUS OLED Care includes pixel shift, screen saver, image cleaning, and taskbar detection. TFTCentral reports a 3-year warranty including burn-in cover.
Warranty: TFTCentral reports a 3-year warranty including burn-in cover, consistent with ASUS's US OLED policy for newer models. Source: ASUS (ROG USA), October 7, 2024, checked September 30, 2026.
Alternatives worth comparing
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B
26.5″ · 1440p · 480Hz · WOLED
LG's 480Hz WOLED with DisplayPort 2.1 and brighter measured SDR, but a 2-year warranty.
ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W
26.5″ · 1440p · 540Hz · dual mode 720p at 720Hz · WOLED (4th gen, Primary RGB Tandem)
540Hz tandem successor with much higher brightness and a glossy coating.
Questions buyers ask
Is the PG27AQDP still worth buying?
Yes, if it is priced well below the 540Hz tandem models. Its responsiveness is excellent; it is dimmer and lacks USB-C.
Final recommendation
Buy the PG27AQDP if you want a matte 480Hz OLED with a strong track record at a lower price than the newest 540Hz models.
Sources
- Asus ROG Swift PG27AQDP Review — TFTCentral, September 2, 2024 (independent testing)
- ASUS OLED Monitor Warranty Period and Policy — ASUS (ROG USA), October 7, 2024 (policy or warranty page)
- Best OLED Gaming Monitors 2026 — Tom's Hardware, August 27, 2026 (independent testing)
- Amazon listing for this exact model (ASIN B0D7NXSQ44), matched on September 30, 2026 by its listing title. We do not show Amazon prices or ratings.
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