Quick Overview
ASUS positions the ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG Monitor as a flagship-tier 27 inch monitors, asking $649.72. After 579 customer reviews on Amazon, the verdict is a very good 4.2 stars. We've ranked it #17 out of 39 in this category. It's not a top pick - there are higher-rated and better-value options in the category - but specific shoppers may still find it fits their needs.
Picture and Hardware
$649.72 is premium-monitor territory. At this price, factory color calibration, USB-C with power delivery, and full ergonomic stand adjustment should be in the box.
The Numbers
- Brand: ASUS
- Price: $649.72 (well above the $242.26 category average)
- Amazon rating: 4.2 of 5.0
- Reviews: 579
- Category rank: #17 of 39 in 27 inch monitors
- Cheaper in category: 36 products
- Higher-rated in category: 30 products
- More-reviewed in category: 16 products
From the Reviews
A 4.2-star average from 579 buyers means most are happy, but a meaningful slice - roughly 15-20% - has at least some complaint. The pattern in the negative reviews matters more than the average itself.
The Field Around It
At $649.72, the ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG Monitor sits well above the $242.26 category average. 36 options are cheaper and 2 are more expensive.
The category leader is the LG 27GS60QC-B Ultragear Monitor ($206.00, 4.5★, 13,335 reviews). It's $443.72 more expensive than the top pick despite ranking lower, which is a hard combination to justify unless a specific feature swings the decision.
Higher-rated options in this category:
- Dell S2725DSM QHD Monitor - $209.99, 5.0★ (1 reviews) · Better on both axes
- Raywego 27 Inch QHD Monitor - $99.99, 5.0★ (1 reviews) · Better on both axes
- MSI PRO MP273QW Monitor - $179.99, 5.0★ (1 reviews) · Better on both axes
If rating alone is your filter, the highest-rated option in this category is the Dell S2725DSM QHD Monitor at 5.0★. If pure price is the filter, the cheapest is the AOC Q27G41ZE Gaming Monitor at $84.99.
Should You Buy It?
Maybe. Middle-of-the-pack on rating and price, no standout strengths. If a specific feature matches your need (look at the spec list), it's reasonable. Otherwise the top picks are safer bets.
Bottom Line
6.9/10
Below-average rating in a category with several stronger options. Hard to recommend over higher-ranked alternatives unless a specific feature seals it.