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Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27"
Gigabyte MO27U2 27"

Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27" Gigabyte MO27U2 27"

Common Features

  • ✓ The response time is 0.03 ms on both products.
  • ✓ The resolution is 3840 x 2160 px on both products.
  • ✓ Both products have an anti-glare coating.
  • ✓ The refresh rate is 240Hz on both products.
  • ✓ Both products have a maximum horizontal viewing angle of 178º.
  • ✓ Both products have a maximum vertical viewing angle of 178º.
  • ✓ Both products have a matte panel and do not have a glossy panel.
  • ✓ Both products are classified as gaming monitors.
  • ✓ Both products support total tilt adjustment.
  • ✓ Both products have a swivel stand.
  • ✓ Both products support VESA mount.
  • ✓ Both products have a typical brightness of 250 nits.
  • ✓ Both products have a bit depth of 10-bit.
  • ✓ Both products include 2 HDMI ports and 1 DisplayPort output.
  • ✓ Both products have 4 USB ports and include USB Type-C connectivity.
  • ✓ Both products use HDMI 2.1 and do not support Thunderbolt or Ethernet.
  • ✓ Both products have a standby power consumption of 0.5W.
  • ✓ Both products support Picture-in-Picture functionality.
  • ✓ Both products do not include built-in smart TV features, a remote control, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS Surround, ambient light sensor, or a front camera.

Main Differences

  • • Display type is QD-OLED, OLED/AMOLED on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and OLED/AMOLED, QD-OLED on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Screen size is 26.5″ on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and 27″ on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Pixel density is 166 ppi on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and 163 ppi on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Adaptive synchronization includes AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Nvidia G-Sync Compatible on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and Nvidia G-Sync, AMD FreeSync, Nvidia G-Sync Compatible on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Height is 369 mm on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and 356.4 mm on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Width is 610 mm on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and 610.3 mm on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Thickness is 70 mm on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and 57.2 mm on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Weight is 7620 g on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and 7110 g on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Portrait mode is supported on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ but not available on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Volume is 15756.3 cm³ on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and 12441.624624 cm³ on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Color calibration support is not available on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ but present on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Display colors are 1073 million on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and 1070 million on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • DisplayPort version is 2.1 on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and 1.4 on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • A 3.5 mm audio jack socket is not present on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ but available on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Operating power consumption is 80W on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and 45W on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
  • • Stereo speakers are not included on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ but present on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″.
Specs Comparison
Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27"

Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27"

Gigabyte MO27U2 27"

Gigabyte MO27U2 27"

Display:
Display type QD-OLED, OLED/AMOLED OLED/AMOLED, QD-OLED
response time 0.03 ms 0.03 ms
screen size 26.5" 27"
resolution 3840 x 2160 px 3840 x 2160 px
pixel density 166 ppi 163 ppi
Adaptive synchronization AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Nvidia G-Sync Compatible Nvidia G-Sync, AMD FreeSync, Nvidia G-Sync Compatible
has anti-glare coating ✓ ✓
refresh rate 240Hz 240Hz
maximum horizontal viewing angle 178º 178º
maximum vertical viewing angle 178º 178º
has a matte panel ✓ ✓
has a glossy panel ✕ ✕
has a touch screen ✕ ✕

The display specifications of the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM and the Gigabyte MO27U2 are largely similar, but there are a few subtle differences. Both feature a 4K resolution (3840 x 2160 px) with an identical 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03 ms response time, ensuring fast and smooth performance. The Asus model has a screen size of 26.5″, while the Gigabyte model is slightly larger at 27″. The pixel density of the Asus is 166 ppi, which is a bit higher than the 163 ppi of the Gigabyte display, though the difference is quite small.

In terms of adaptive synchronization, both monitors support AMD FreeSync, but the Asus model also includes AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync Compatible, while the Gigabyte model supports Nvidia G-Sync and includes the G-Sync Compatible feature, with no mention of FreeSync Premium Pro. Both displays come with anti-glare coatings and matte panels, and neither has a glossy panel or a touchscreen.

The viewing angles for both monitors are identical, with a maximum of 178º horizontally and vertically, ensuring consistent image quality even when viewed from an angle.

General info:
Type Gaming Gaming
release date January 2025 April 2025
supports total tilt ✓ ✓
Has a swivel stand ✓ ✓
Supports VESA mount ✓ ✓
height 369 mm 356.4 mm
width 610 mm 610.3 mm
thickness 70 mm 57.2 mm
weight 7620 g 7110 g
supports portrait mode ✓ ✕
volume 15756.3 cm³ 12441.624624 cm³

The general specifications of the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM and the Gigabyte MO27U2 share several features, but there are some key differences. Both are categorized as gaming monitors and support total tilt, a swivel stand, and VESA mounts, offering flexible adjustability. However, the Asus model has a slightly taller height of 369 mm compared to the Gigabyte's 356.4 mm. The width of both displays is nearly identical, with the Asus measuring 610 mm and the Gigabyte being slightly wider at 610.3 mm. The thickness also differs, with the Asus being 70 mm thick, while the Gigabyte is thinner at 57.2 mm.

The weight of the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM is 7620 g, which is heavier than the 7110 g weight of the Gigabyte MO27U2. Another notable difference is that the Asus model supports portrait mode, whereas the Gigabyte does not.

Finally, when it comes to volume, the Asus monitor has a larger volume of 15756.3 cm³, compared to the Gigabyte's 12441.6 cm³. This reflects the differences in size and thickness between the two monitors.

Colors:
brightness (typical) 250 nits 250 nits
supports color calibration ✕ ✓
display colors 1073 million 1070 million
bit depth 10-bit 10-bit

Both the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM and the Gigabyte MO27U2 feature the same typical brightness of 250 nits, so there’s no difference in their ability to produce light under typical usage conditions. In terms of color reproduction, the Asus model supports 1073 million display colors, while the Gigabyte supports 1070 million, showing a slight difference in the total color range.

Both monitors have a 10-bit bit depth, which is ideal for smooth color transitions. However, a key difference is that the Asus model does not support color calibration, while the Gigabyte does. This means the Gigabyte offers more customization for accurate color tuning, which could be important for users seeking precise color reproduction.

Overall, the differences between the two monitors in this group are fairly minor, with the Asus having a slightly broader color range but lacking color calibration support, which the Gigabyte model offers.

Connectivity:
HDMI ports 2 2
supports Thunderbolt ✕ ✕
DisplayPort outputs 1 1
DisplayPort version DisplayPort 2.1 DisplayPort 1.4
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack ✕ ✓
has a DVI connector ✕ ✕
USB ports 4 4
Has USB Type-C ✓ ✓
HDMI version HDMI 2.1 HDMI 2.1
supports Ethernet ✕ ✕
supports Wi-Fi ✕ ✕
has AirPlay ✕ ✕
mini DisplayPort outputs 0 0
has a VGA connector ✕ ✕

The connectivity options of the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM and the Gigabyte MO27U2 are quite similar, with both offering 2 HDMI ports, 1 DisplayPort output, and 4 USB ports. Both also support USB Type-C and HDMI 2.1. However, there are some differences in the DisplayPort version, with the Asus model supporting DisplayPort 2.1, while the Gigabyte model uses DisplayPort 1.4.

Another difference is that the Gigabyte monitor includes a 3.5 mm audio jack socket, whereas the Asus model does not. Neither monitor supports Thunderbolt, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or AirPlay, and neither has a VGA or DVI connector. Additionally, both monitors lack mini DisplayPort outputs.

In summary, the two monitors offer similar connectivity features overall, with the main differences being the DisplayPort version and the presence of the 3.5 mm audio jack on the Gigabyte model.

Power:
operating power consumption 80W 45W
standby power consumption 0.5W 0.5W

In terms of power consumption, the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM and the Gigabyte MO27U2 show a notable difference. The Asus model has an operating power consumption of 80W, which is higher than the Gigabyte's 45W operating power consumption. Both monitors have the same standby power consumption of 0.5W, so there is no difference when not in active use.

Overall, the Asus model requires more power during operation, while both monitors are equally efficient when in standby mode.

Features:
has PiP ✓ ✓
has stereo speakers ✕ ✓
has built-in smart TV ✕ ✕
has a remote control ✕ ✕
supports Dolby Digital ✕ ✕
supports Dolby Digital Plus ✕ ✕
has DTS Surround ✕ ✕
has an ambient light sensor ✕ ✕
has a front camera ✕ ✕

Both the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM and the Gigabyte MO27U2 support Picture-in-Picture (PiP), but there are differences in their additional features. The Asus model does not have stereo speakers, while the Gigabyte model does, providing built-in audio functionality. Neither monitor has a built-in smart TV, a remote control, or support for Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, or DTS Surround. Additionally, both monitors lack an ambient light sensor and a front camera.

In summary, the primary distinction in features is the presence of stereo speakers on the Gigabyte monitor, which the Asus monitor lacks.

Comparison Summary

This specification comparison between Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and Gigabyte MO27U2 27″ highlights shared and differing features. Both monitors have a 3840 x 2160 px resolution, 240Hz refresh rate, and support VESA mount, total tilt, and swivel adjustment. Differences include the screen size with 26.5″ on Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM 27″ and 27″ on Gigabyte MO27U2 27″, pixel density of 166 ppi versus 163 ppi, and adaptive synchronization options. Additional distinctions are portrait mode availability on the Asus monitor, color calibration support present on the Gigabyte, and operating power consumption of 80W versus 45W. DisplayPort version, audio jack presence, and stereo speaker inclusion also differ between the two models.