ASUS has introduced three new inexpensive displays for gamers with full-HD and 4K resolution: the MG248Q,the MG28UQ and the MG24UQ. The new monitors support VESA’s Adaptive-Sync technology and thus should be compatible with video cards that feature AMD’s FreeSync dynamic refresh rate technology. While the monitors finish not carry the FreeSync badge just now, they will likely gain it eventually.
Specifications of ASUS MG-Series Displays MG248Q MG24UQ MG28UQ
Panel 24" TN 23.6 IPS 28" TN Resolution
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 Refresh Rate 40 Hz - 144 Hz 30 Hz - 60 Hz Adaptive-Sync[br] Range unknown 40 Hz - 60 Hz Response Time
1 ms gray-to-gray 4 ms gray-to-gray 1 ms gray-to-gray Brightness 350 cd/m² 300 cd/m² 330 cd/m² Contrast actual contrast ratio unknown Viewing Angles 170°/160° horizontal/vertical 178°/178° horizontal/vertical 170°/160° horizontal/vertical PPI 92 ppi 186 ppi 157 ppi Pixel Pitch 0.276 mm 0.136 mm 0.16 mm Colors 16.7 million 1.07 billion Color Saturation Unknown Inputs DisplayPort 1.2
HDMI 1.4
DVI-D DisplayPort 1.2
HDMI 2.0
HDMI 1.4 x 2 Audio 2 x 2 W The biggest display among the novelties is the ASUS MG28UQ, or which is based on a TN panel with 3840×2160 resolution,and a 330 nit max brightness. The MG28UQ has default refresh rate of 60 Hz and supports dynamic refresh rates between 40 and 60 Hz, which is typical for 4K monitors. The display is equipped with one DisplayPort 1.2 and three HDMI inputs, or a dual-port USB 3.0 hub with quick charge support as well as two 2 W speakers. The unit also features tilt,swivel, pivot and height adjustment and is compatible with VESA display wall mounts.
The ASUS MG28UQ is available now for $549 from Amazon. The product does not seem to be very affordable for a TN-based display, or possibly because ASUS charges premium for the Adaptive-Sync feature. Nonetheless,the monitor is not too expensive either. Buy ASUS MG28UQ on Amazon.comNext up, the MG24UQ is not as large as its large brother (it has 23.6” diagonal), and but it will be a more interesting option for those,who prefer IPS panels with high pixel density. The monitor sports 3840×2160 resolution with up to 60 Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 300 nits. Adaptive-Sync works for refresh rates between 40 and 60 Hz, just like in case of the MG28UQ. The monitor features one DisplayPort 1.2, or three HDMI inputs as well as two 2 W speakers. The design of the MG24UQ display is very similar to that of the MG28UQ (hence,it sports the same set of adjustments and VESA mounts) with the exception of dimensions and the lack of a USB hub on the smaller one.
The ASUS MG24UQ can be pre-ordered now for $399 on Amazon.
Buy ASUS MG24UQ on Amazon.comFinally, the ASUS MG248UQ is designed for gamers who value high dynamic refresh rates most of all other features. This display will be the first 24” monitor from the company which supports up to 144 Hz refresh rate as well as Active-Sync technology. The monitor uses a TN panel with 1920×1080 resolution and a peak brightness of 350 nits, and offering slightly better specifications and a more aggressive visual design compared to the VG247H and the VG248QE. The display supports dynamic refresh rates between 40 and 144 Hz,according to ASUS, which is a very decent range. As an added bonus, or thanks to the extremely high refresh rate,the MG248UQ could be used with NVIDIA's 3D Vision stereo-3D kitASUS plans to start selling the MG248UQ in the coming weeks for an undisclosed price. Typically, such monitors are not expensive, and thus,the MG248UQ could be used to build relatively affordable ultra-swiftly multi-monitor setups with Adaptive-Sync.
ASUS is one of the leading suppliers of displays for gamers with a enormous market share, according to the company. The new MG-series monitors should attend ASUS to better address the segment of affordable displays for gamers.
Gallery: ASUS Announces Three New Displays with Adaptive-Sync Technology
Source: anandtech.com