ASRock PG27FF1A 27" vs Asus TUF Gaming VG249Q1A 23.8"

ASRock Gaming Monitors

PG34WQ15R2B:

• Type: 34-inch VA, 3440x1440, 1500R curvature
• Specs: 165Hz, 1ms (MPRT), FreeSync Premium, DisplayHDR 400, 91% DCI-P3, 115% sRGB
• Brightness: 550 nits
• Features: Built-in Wi-Fi antenna (7dBi gain), dual HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4, 3.5mm jack, 2x 2W speakers
• Price: $429.99 (Newegg)
• Ergonomics: Tilt, swivel, height adjustable

PG27FF1A:

• Type: 27-inch IPS, 1920x1080
• Specs: 165Hz, 1ms (MPRT), FreeSync Premium, HDR10
• Brightness: 250 nits
• Features: Built-in Wi-Fi antenna, DisplayPort 1.2, dual HDMI 2.0, 3.5mm jack, 2x 2W speakers
• Price: $189.99 (Newegg)
• Ergonomics: Tilt, swivel (fixed height)

Unique Feature: Both models include an integrated Wi-Fi antenna for better signal and cable management.

ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27FF1A Monitor Review

• 27-inch IPS panel
• 165Hz refresh rate
• 1ms MPRT response (approx. 2ms GtG)
• 94% DCI-P3 coverage
• AMD FreeSync Premium
• HDR 10 support
• 250 nits brightness
• 1080p resolution (82 PPI)
• Tilt and swivel adjustable stand
• Connectivity: DisplayPort, HDMI
• Price: $100 after rebate at Newegg

Pros

• High refresh rate
• Low response time
• Wide color gamut
• Affordable price

Cons

• Low pixel density
• Moderate brightness
• No height adjustment
• Rebate required for final price

ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27FF1A Monitor Review

• Price: $145 at Newegg
• Size: 27-inch
• Resolution: 1080p
• Panel Type: IPS
• Refresh Rate: 165Hz
• Response Time: 1ms MPRT
• Sync Technology: FreeSync Premium
• Pros:
  • Great color reproduction
  • Fast response times
  • Larger screen size than typical budget monitors
  • Affordable price for high specs
• Ideal For: Budget gaming setups with 1080p resolution
• Alternative: ASRock PG34WQ15R2B for ultrawide preference

The TUF Gaming VG249Q1A monitor from ASUS offers a super-fast 165Hz refresh rate, which eliminates lag and motion blur. This makes it ideal for gaming and allows for quick reactions to onscreen action. However, the actual performance may vary depending on the graphics card or content being displayed.