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Published on May 7th, 2026 | by Adrian Gunning

ASUS Announces Availability of Latest ROG Strix Dual Mode Gaming Monitors

ASUS today announced the availability of the ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen2 (XG27UCGR), and the ROG Strix XG27UCS Gen2 (XG27UCSR) gaming monitors. These gaming monitors feature 27-inch 4K Fast IPS panels with a 0.3ms response time (minimum) for crisp visuals and smooth high-frame-rate gameplay. Each monitor offers a Dual Mode feature that enables gamers to easily switch between high-resolution visuals and high refresh rates. When set to the high-refresh-rate mode, Smart Pixel technology intelligently enhances every frame with advanced 4K upscaling, enabling gamers to experience ultra-smooth gameplay and sharper, more vibrant visuals with greater levels of detail, even at lower resolutions. ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync (ELMB Sync) enables the integrated ELMB to work simultaneously with variable refresh rates to eliminate ghosting and tearing for exceptionally-clear motion. The monitors are VESA DisplayHDR™ 400-certified for enhanced contrast and brightness.

Versatile Dual Mode

ROG constantly raise the bar with the introduction of cutting-edge display technologies and user-friendly features to meet a wide range of user needs — from gaming and entertainment to daily work tasks. The Dual Mode feature gives gamers ultimate versatility, providing the benefits of a high-resolution monitor and a high-refresh-rate monitor in a single unit. Gamers can easily switch to ultra-fast refresh rates for competitive FPS gameplay or stunning 4K visuals for cinematic streaming, immersive AAA gaming, or efficient productivity.

ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen2 and ROG Strix XG27UCS Gen2

The ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen2 is a 27-inch 4K monitor with Dual Mode, allowing users to switch between 4K@162Hz and FHD@485Hz visuals for super fast FPS gaming, immersive AAA games, or daily entertainment. Similarly, the ROG Strix XG27UCS Gen2 offers 4K@160Hz and FHD@324Hz. Both monitors boast an ultra-fast 0.3ms response time (minimum), delivering enhanced performance over the previous gen XG27UCG / XG27UCS monitors’ 1ms gray-to-gray (GTG) time. In addition, the XG27UCG Gen2 features Aura Sync lighting on its rear panel.

Built-in ASUS Smart Pixel technology provides advanced 4K-level upscaling to deliver imagery with sharper detail and enhanced clarity, even at lower resolutions. With VESA DisplayHDR™ 400 compliance, a cinema-standard 95% DCI-P3 and 130% sRGB colour gamut, along with rigorous factory calibration, the XG27UCG Gen2 provides exceptional colour accuracy and vibrant visuals, ensuring lifelike and immersive viewing experiences, making it ideal for gaming as well as photo and video editing.

The XG27UCG Gen2 offers extensive connectivity options, including USB-C® with 15W Power Delivery, DisplayPort™ 1.4, and HDMI® 2.1 for consoles and multimedia devices.
From a design perspective, the monitor boasts a compact footprint that saves valuable desktop space.

ASUS DisplayWidget Center

ASUS DisplayWidget Center reflects the user-centric approach that makes ASUS the No. 1 monitor brand. Its intuitive user interface enables effortless adjustments, including the ability to customisable monitor settings including fine-tuning brightness and colours. It also features Multi-screen Control to unlock more efficient workflows with user-defined window layouts and simplified system control. In addition to ensuring optimal care for ASUS OLED screens, this exclusive tool also assists users in keeping their hardware current and compatible – with notifications that alert to the latest firmware updates.

Full ASUS and ROG Dual Mode monitor range caters to different needs

The ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen2 (XG27UCGR), and ROG Strix XG27UCS Gen2 (XG27UCSR) are the latest monitors to join the growing Dual Mode monitor lineup from ASUS and ROG.

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

The ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen2 is currently available at retailers worldwide and retails for AUD$599.00 (MSRP), while the ROG Strix XG27UCS Gen2 is priced at AUD$499.00 (MSRP) from participating retailer partners.

About the Author

Adrian Gunning Adrian lives in Melbourne Australia and has a huge passion for gaming, technology and pop culture. He recently finished his a Bachelor of Journalism and is currently focusing on games journalism. When not writing and playing video games, Adrian can be found in Comics 'R' Us debating the pros of the DC Universe and cons of the Marvel Universe.

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