Lots of gamers love to play a variety of games, be they competitive shooters or AAA action-blockbusters. But different games lean on different gaming monitor features for the best experience. Esports titles benefit from the highest refresh rates on the market, enabling players to see more frames and match data per second. Gorgeous AAA games demand high resolutions, so players can witness every pixel of carefully crafted scenery in crisp detail.
Many monitors cater to one kind of game over the other. But dual-mode monitors give you the best of all worlds. With a flip of a switch, your screen can either be a refresh rate beast or an ultra-high-res stunner. And our latest additions — the ROG Strix XG27JCG, ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen 2, and TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A — take dual-mode to the next level. Whether you want a 5K resolution or 4X frame boost, we have the screen for you.
The ROG Strix XG27JCG brings 5K visuals to dual-mode displays
For those who demand the absolute sharpest in-game imagery, we present the ROG Strix XG27JCG. This 27-inch Fast IPS gaming monitor sports a 5K resolution with a 180Hz OC refresh rate and 0.3ms response time (min. GTG). With the monitor’s incredible 218 pixels-per-inch (PPI) visuals, pixel density reaches a point where individual pixels are all-but indistinguishable, creating lusciously well-defined digital worlds. In and out of games, you’ll have pristine imagery without even a hint of pixelation. You won’t even have to compromise on vital gaming monitor specs to enjoy the 5K gaming life. Frames will flow smoothly thanks to the 180Hz refresh rate, providing you with fluid in-game motion. G-SYNC compatibility and FreeSync Premium Pro reduce screen tearing at ultra-low latency to ensure a rock-solid viewing experience.
When it’s time to hop from a high-fidelity blockbuster to an esports title, toggle Frame Frate Boost to use the XG27JCG’s high-refresh QHD 330Hz mode. You’ll still enjoy sharp visuals, but also benefit from a sky-high refresh rate capable of showing up to 330 frames per second — perfect for competitive titles where a millisecond advantage over your foe can win the day. The monitor’s ASUS Smart Pixel technology actively enhances details so even when you prioritize refresh rates over resolution, your screen’s content stays crisp and defined.
The XG27JCG’s two HDMI 2.1 ports, DisplayPort 1.4 port, and USB-C port keep you connected, with the USB-C port capable of 15W charging. This makes charging your phone while computing incredibly convenient, especially when you use the XG27JCG stand’s dedicated phone holder.
You also get a full suite of useful ASUS technologies with the monitor. This includes ROG Gaming AI tech that enhances your display’s gaming potential. With ROG Gaming AI, your screen can dynamically boost shadow brightness to reveal enemies lurking in the dark, change your crosshair color for better visibility, and loads more. DisplayWidget Center automatically keeps your monitor’s firmware up to date so you don’t have to think about it, while putting you in full control of your monitor with your trusty keyboard and mouse. And as you might expect, the XG27JCG also packs Aura Sync RGB elements. Use Armoury Crate to synchronize the monitor with your other ROG tech and glow up your gaming space.
The ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen 2 lets you triple your refresh rate
There’s something incredibly satisfying about how our first-gen dual-mode monitors let you double your refresh rate with the simple press of a button. But we’ve been working behind the scenes to give you even more.
The 27-inch Fast IPS ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen 2 gives you two options: 4K 160Hz or FHD 480Hz. That’s a 300% boost in visible frames — a 3X multiplier — when you go from high-res mode to high-refresh mode. This monitor also supports FreeSync Premium Pro and is G-SYNC Compatible. These features combat screen-tearing so that no matter which mode you’re in, you get a smooth on-screen experience. And ASUS Smart Pixel technology ensures that even when you opt for sky-high refresh rates, visuals remain sharp as a tack.
The monitor packs an HDMI 2.1 port, DisplayPort 1.4 port, and USB-C port with 15W charging capabilities. This makes it easy to charge your phone while it sits in the monitor stand’s dedicated phone holder.
The XG27UCG Gen 2 packs loads of useful software, including ROG Gaming AI technologies that offer numerous ways to enhance your in-game performance. You’ll also get DisplayWidget Center, which automatically keeps your monitor’s firmware up to date.
Illuminated gamers can harness the XG27UCG Gen 2’s Aura Sync RGB to light up their gaming space and synchronize with their other Aura Sync RGB ROG gear.
Get a 4X frame boost with the TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A
The 27-inch Fast IPS TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A is the ultimate dual-mode proposition for TUF loyalists and value hunters in need of versatility. This display packs two modes: 4K 75Hz or FHD 300 Hz. Enjoy razor-sharp 4K visuals or toggle modes and instantly quadruple your refresh rate — perfect for when it’s time to get competitive online.
The monitor’s 0.3ms response time (min. GTG) ensures clear motion no matter which mode you’re in. You can dial up the motion clarity even further with ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync (ELMB SYNC), which all-but eliminates ghosting while maintaining access to the monitor’s variable refresh rate tech. The monitor’s G-SYNC compatibility and FreeSync cut down on tearing at low latency. All these features work in tandem to deliver the visual clarity you need to enjoy any type of game.
The monitor’s HDR tech and 95% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage produce vibrant visuals across games, movies, and TV shows. Expect accurate colors that pop in all your content.
Three new ways to dual mode
Whether you go with the TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A, ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen 2, or ROG Strix XG27JCG, you’re giving your PC gaming battlestation a worthy upgrade. Revel in a versatility that single-mode monitors can’t even dream of — then dominate in all your favorite esports titles and bask in the high-res, cinematic glory of AAA blockbusters. With dual-mode technology, you’ll get the best possible experience no matter what you play.
These new gaming monitors are just a few of the new PC gear that we’re announcing for CES 2026. To take a look at all the new gaming gear from ROG and TUF Gaming that’s coming your way in 2026, click here. For more information on the pricing and availability of the TUF Gaming VG27UQEL5A, ROG Strix XG27UCG Gen 2, and ROG Strix XG27JCG in your region, please contact your local ASUS representative.