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| Predator XB253Q U1 | ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Announced | 2026, September 2 | 2025, January 2 (ahead of CES 2025) |
| Released | Expected Q1 2027 | 2025-01-21 |
| Status | Announced; expected Q1 2027 | Available |
| BODY | ||
| Stand | Tilt, height, swivel, pivot | — |
| DISPLAY | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits | — |
| Coating | Semi-glossy, circular polariser | — |
| Features | Visual Response Boost (VRB) Pro | — |
| Refresh Rate | 1000Hz (native) | — |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | — |
| Response Time | 0.3ms (GtG) | — |
| Size | 24.5 inches | — |
| Type | IPS | — |
| VRR | AMD FreeSync Premium, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible | — |
| COMMUNICATION | ||
| Inputs | 1x DisplayPort 2.1, 2x HDMI 2.1 | — |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Compatibility | — | Full 4K 240Hz over DisplayPort 2.1a UHBR20 needs a DP 2.1-capable GPU; 2x HDMI 2.1 (FRL) for consoles |
| Environmental | — | FSC MIX certified packaging |
| In the Box | — | DisplayPort 2.1 (DP80) cable, DisplayPort cable, HDMI Ultra High Speed cable, USB 3.2 cable, USB-C cable, power cord, VESA mount kit, ROG pouch, microfiber cloth, ROG sticker, quick start guide, warranty card |
| Launch Price | USD 1,099.99 (24.5-inch) — launch, 2026-09-02 | — |
| Launch Price (USD) | — | $1,099 (US MSRP per ASUS availability press release) |
| Models | XB253Q U1 | PG27UCDM |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦1,540,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) | ₦1,538,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| TESTS | ||
| Brightness Measured | — | 445 nits SDR, 25% window (Tom's Hardware) |
| Input Lag | — | 18 ms total input lag (Tom's Hardware) |
| Response Time Measured | — | 4 ms screen draw time at 240Hz (Tom's Hardware) |
| DESIGN AND BUILD | ||
| Dimensions (with stand) | — | 61.03 x 54.95 x 21.88 cm (24.03" x 21.63" x 8.61") |
| Dimensions (without stand) | — | 61.03 x 36.92 x 7.05 cm (24.03" x 14.54" x 2.78") |
| Panel Type | — | QD-OLED (4th-generation, listed by ASUS as Tandem QD-OLED) |
| Screen Size | — | 26.5 inches (marketed as 27-inch) |
| Stand Adjustments | — | Tilt +20° ~ -5°, Swivel +30° ~ -30°, Pivot +90° ~ -90°, Height 0~110mm |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100mm |
| Weight (with stand) | — | 7.62 kg (16.80 lbs) |
| Weight (without stand) | — | 4.97 kg (10.96 lbs) |
| DISPLAY AND RESOLUTION | ||
| Aspect Ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Brightness | — | 1,000 cd/m² (HDR, peak) |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit (1073.7M colors) |
| Color Gamut | — | 99% DCI-P3, 145% sRGB |
| Contrast Ratio | — | 1,500,000:1 (typical) |
| Factory Calibration | — | ΔE < 2, with Color Calibration E-report |
| HDR Support | — | VESA DisplayHDR 400 True Black, HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| Pixel Density | — | 166 ppi (pixel pitch 0.153 mm) |
| Refresh Rate | — | 240 Hz |
| Resolution | — | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Response Time | — | 0.03 ms (GTG) |
| Screen Coating | — | Anti-reflection |
| Viewing Angles | — | 178° / 178° (CR≧10) |
| GAMING FEATURES | ||
| Adaptive Sync | — | AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible, VESA AdaptiveSync Display 240Hz |
| Gaming Aids | — | GamePlus, GameVisual, Shadow Boost, Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB) |
| Low Input Lag Mode | — | GameFast Input technology |
| CONNECTIVITY | ||
| Audio Out | — | Earphone jack |
| DisplayPort | — | 1x DisplayPort 2.1a (UHBR20, up to 80Gbps) |
| Ethernet / KVM | — | Built-in KVM switch |
| HDMI | — | 2x HDMI 2.1 (FRL) |
| USB Hub | — | 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A |
| USB-C | — | 1x USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W Power Delivery |
| POWER | ||
| Power Consumption | — | <80W (power saving mode <0.5W, power off <0.3W) |
| Voltage | — | 100-240V, 50/60Hz |
| EXTRAS AND FEATURES | ||
| Eye Care | — | Flicker-free; TÜV Flicker-free and TÜV Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) certified; OLED Anti-Flicker 2.0 |
| Other Features | — | ASUS OLED Care Pro with Neo Proximity Sensor, Aura Sync lighting, DisplayWidget Center, tripod socket (1/4"), Kensington lock |
| Warranty | — | 3 years (including panel burn-in) |