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ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM: price & specs

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

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BronzeDeskmark54/100#16 of 25 in class

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM is listed at $1099 on rog.asus.com as of 2026-09-01, #16 cheapest of 23 computer monitors (median $969.99); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 54/100 pay-blind standing, #16 of 25 in class.

Verified Sep 1, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

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Price history

$1099
2026-08-31↑16% on record2026-09-01

Is the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM a good buy?

At $1099, the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM is #12 cheapest of the 23 computer monitors we track, where the median is $949. On the spec sheet, its response ms of 0.03 is the lowest of the 23, and its size of 27 in is at the median of the 25.

Evidence of Record

Our data
Independent labsmeasured it
3
Physical metricsrecorded
10
Outlets on record3 tested · 1 mention-only
4

3 independent labs measured this product, logging 10 distinct physical metrics between them — brightness, srgb gamut coverage, dci-p3 gamut coverage and 7 more. That is how much independent evidence stands behind any claim about it — not a rating of the product.

brightness · srgb gamut coverage · dci-p3 gamut coverage · adobergb gamut coverage · thermal · measured gamma · latency · complete transition time · rise time · fall time

A coverage record, not a rating. How we count

Review consensus · sourced & dated

What reviewers say about the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM

Four whitelisted testers (Tom's Hardware, PCWorld, TechPowerUp, TechRadar) rate this 27-inch 4K 240Hz QD-OLED among the best OLED gaming monitors, praising deep OLED blacks, out-of-box color accuracy and near-instant pixel response. Tom's Hardware and PCWorld single out its class-leading ~161-163ppi sharpness, while PCWorld and TechRadar fault the roughly $1,100 price and oversized tripod stand. TechPowerUp's tested page confirms sub-1ms response and ~2ms input lag but flags ELMB's heavy limitations.

Based on 4 reviews · 3 lab-tested · 2025-02-14–2025-10-08

Tested by Tom's Hardware, PCWorld, TechPowerUp, TechRadar

Consistently praised

  • Near-instant pixel response and motion clarity at 240Hz · 3 sources
  • Deep OLED blacks and vivid, high contrast · 3 sources
  • Generous connectivity including USB-C with 90W PD and KVM · 3 sources
  • Tack-sharp 4K image with high pixel density (~161-163 ppi) at 27 inches · 2 sources
  • Excellent out-of-box color accuracy and wide gamut · 2 sources

Commonly flagged

  • Expensive for a 27-inch panel; weak value versus larger/cheaper rivals · 2 sources
  • Oversized tripod stand eats too much desk space and pushes the panel close · 2 sources
  • No built-in speakers · 2 sources
  • Modest full-screen SDR brightness (well under 300 nits)

Where reviewers disagree Testers split on whether the premium price is justified: Tom's Hardware names it an Editor's Choice and 'could find nothing to complain about,' viewing the price as warranted by unmatched 163ppi sharpness, while TechRadar calls the value prospect poor and the ROG styling/stand 'overkill.' PCWorld sits in between, noting image quality is essentially identical to cheaper competing QD-OLEDs.

The sources (4)

Tom's Hardware lab-tested ·

peak brightness (25% window): 465 nits

Accuracy is excellent right out of the box with no need for calibration and a pro-level sRGB mode.
If you want the very best OLED technology has to offer, the Asus ROG Swift PG27UCDM should be on your short list.
No internal speakers

PCWorld lab-tested ·

sRGB gamut coverage: 100% · DCI-P3 gamut coverage: 98% · AdobeRGB gamut coverage: 92% · measured color temperature (set to 6500K): 6300K · measured gamma (set to 2.2): 2.3

Color accuracy finally gives Asus a clear win.
The result is a sharp, vivid image that looks gorgeous in a wide range of SDR content.
we're still talking well under 300 nits at its maximum brightness

TechPowerUp lab-tested ·

average initial response time: 0.93 ms · complete transition time: 1.64 ms · average perceived response time: 1.18 ms · rise time: 1.31 ms · fall time: 1.04 ms · on-display input lag (average): ~2 ms

The on-display lag of the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM measures just about 2 ms on average, with a worst case slightly above 4.5 ms, which is an excellent result.
The measured average initial response time is just 0.93 ms, with a complete transition time of 1.64 ms and an average perceived time of 1.18 ms
ELMB comes with heavy limitations: it only works at 120 Hz, requires VRR to be disabled, disables HDR, and locks out brightness adjustment.

TechRadar hands-on ·

The panel performed exceptionally well in every game that I played
The technology is perfect but the execution is overkill, and the value prospect isn't very good.
Expensive, especially for a 27-inch panel

Specifications

Price (US)$1099 — current on record (was $949)
BrandASUS
Released—
Size (in)27
Resolution3840x2160
Panel typeQD-OLED
Refresh (Hz)240
Response ms0.03
HDRVESA DisplayHDR True Black 400
Ports1x DP 2.1, 2x HDMI 2.1, 1x USB-C (90W PD, DP Alt), 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1
Adaptive syncAMD FreeSync Premium Pro, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible

Source: rog.asus.com (verified 2026-08-26) · corroborated by newegg.com. The ASUS ROG global spec page (source) confirmed verbatim: QD-OLED / Tandem QD-OLED panel, 3840x2160 resolution, 240Hz max refresh rate, 0.03ms (GTG) response time, VESA DisplayHDR 400 True Black certification (stored normalized to the catalog's "VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400" convention), and I/O of DisplayPort 2.1 x1 + HDMI v2.1 x2 (FRL) + USB-C x1 (DP Alt Mode) with 90W USB-C Power Delivery + USB hub of 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, plus VRR "FreeSync Premium Pro & G-SYNC Compatible" (also in the certificate list as "AMD FreeSync Premium Pro" and "G-SYNC Compatible"). The spec page lists Panel Size as 26.5-inch (viewable); size stored as the nominal 27, which is corroborated verbatim by the Newegg search-results listing showing 27" screen size, 3840x2160 (4K), 240Hz, 0.03ms, AMD FreeSync Premium & G-Sync Compatible, 1x DisplayPort 2.1a, 2x HDMI 2.1, 1x USB-C (DP Alternative), and 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A. Adversarial checks removed three unsupported values: priceUsd $1,099 could not be found (source price field empty; Newegg range $919.99-$1,499.99), and the 2025 release year appears in neither fetched page, so releaseDate and specs.release were nulled. Model verified exact (PG27UCDM), not a sibling/variant.

Is the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM worth it vs cheaper computer monitors?

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM against its closest cheaper and pricier computer monitors on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 23 ranked

ProductPriceSize (in)ResolutionPanel typeRefresh (Hz)Response ms
ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM this$1099273840x2160QD-OLED2400.03
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B$999.99272560x1440OLED4800.03
ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDN$1299343440x1440, 1800R curveQD-OLED (Samsung 5th-gen Tandem RGB-stripe panel)3600.03

Frequently asked questions

What do reviewers say about the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM?

Four whitelisted testers (Tom's Hardware, PCWorld, TechPowerUp, TechRadar) rate this 27-inch 4K 240Hz QD-OLED among the best OLED gaming monitors, praising deep OLED blacks, out-of-box color accuracy and near-instant pixel response. Tom's Hardware and PCWorld single out its class-leading ~161-163ppi sharpness, while PCWorld and TechRadar fault the roughly $1,100 price and oversized tripod stand. TechPowerUp's tested page confirms sub-1ms response and ~2ms input lag but flags ELMB's heavy limitations. Praised: Tack-sharp 4K image with high pixel density (~161-163 ppi) at 27 inches; Excellent out-of-box color accuracy and wide gamut; Near-instant pixel response and motion clarity at 240Hz; Deep OLED blacks and vivid, high contrast; Generous connectivity including USB-C with 90W PD and KVM; Rare Dolby Vision support alongside HDR10. Flagged: Expensive for a 27-inch panel; weak value versus larger/cheaper rivals; Oversized tripod stand eats too much desk space and pushes the panel close; No built-in speakers; Modest full-screen SDR brightness (well under 300 nits); ELMB/anti-flicker motion features are heavily limited (120Hz only, disables VRR/HDR). (From 4 tester reviews, 3 lab-tested.)

How much does the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM cost?

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM has a US price of $1099, as of 2026-09-01.

How does the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM compare on price?

At $1099, the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM is #12 cheapest of the 23 computer monitors we track, where the median is $949.

Has the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM's price dropped?

No — since 2026-08-31 the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM has risen 15.8%, from $949 to $1099; the lowest we have recorded is $949 (2026-08-31).

What is the lowest price the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM has been?

The lowest we have recorded for the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM is $949 on 2026-08-31.

Is now a good time to buy the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM?

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM is currently $1099; the lowest we have recorded is $949 (2026-08-31). Every price is dated, so you can judge it against its own history.

What are the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM's key specs?

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM (ASUS): size in 27, resolution 3840x2160, panel type QD-OLED, refresh hz 240, response ms 0.03. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-26.

Price of record: $1099 at rog.asus.com, 2026-09-01. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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