Asus unveiled the ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W at Gamescom 2025, positioning itself as a potential leader in esports gaming monitors. The new monitor boasts a 26.5-inch, 2560 x 1440 QHD OLED screen capable of a 540Hz refresh rate. The monitor incorporates a dual-mode panel, enabling users to switch to a 720Hz refresh rate when operating at 1080p resolution.
While Asus may not hold the title for the absolute fastest monitor available, its offering distinguishes itself. Koorui and HKC have previously announced 750Hz 1080p monitors. Asus’s monitor provides distinct advantages over these competitors. Monitors from Koorui and HKC utilize TN panels, which generally do not match the color accuracy, brightness, and viewing angles offered by OLED technology. Additionally, Koorui and HKC are brands with limited presence in Western markets. The Asus model offers a switch to a higher resolution when maximum speed is not required, a feature not available on the announced Koorui and HKC monitors.
The ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W incorporates a tandem OLED panel. This design feature is expected to significantly enhance HDR brightness and extend the monitor’s lifespan. A glossy coating is applied to the screen, potentially enhancing color vibrancy and black levels. Asus claims the coating minimizes glare, even in brightly lit environments. This is intended to address potential drawbacks associated with glossy displays.
The design of the ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W incorporates silver and translucent plastic elements. The design aims to differentiate itself from standard black-framed panels. The transparent elements offer a view of the internal components, appealing to users interested in the aesthetics of internal hardware.
Pricing and release date information for the ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W have not been disclosed. The monitor is expected to be priced at a premium due to its advanced panel technology and design. The cost of OLED monitors has been a point of concern for some consumers, with lower prices being a more welcome development than the introduction of high-end flagship models.
Asus is also introducing the ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG. This model incorporates the same tandem OLED technology but features a 280Hz panel. The ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG relies on either HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 1.4’s DSC compression. This is in contrast to the flagship model’s DisplayPort 2.1a, which provides 80Gbps of bandwidth. The ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG offers a different set of features and capabilities compared to the ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W.
Both monitors integrate Asus’ “Neo Proximity Sensor.” This feature measures the distance between the user and the monitor. When the user moves away, the screen automatically turns black. This functionality aims to prevent burn-in on the OLED panel. Asus typically provides a three-year warranty against OLED burn-in. Advances in OLED panel technology from LG Display and Samsung Display include safeguards against burn-in. The effectiveness of these protections depends on their calibration to avoid being overly intrusive.
The 720Hz panel used in the ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W is a fourth-generation WOLED tandem panel manufactured by LG Display. Samsung Display is also anticipated to release a monitor using this panel technology. Other monitor manufacturers are likely to follow suit. The dual-mode 720Hz panel was initially announced by LG Display. Asus confirmed that the panel operates at 1080p resolution when running at 720Hz.
