ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz vs ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor
It is a toss-up, take the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz. Neither one leads on more of the chart than the other: the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz takes Refresh...
The Ruling
ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz or ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor? It is a toss-up — take the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz.
Neither one leads on more of the chart than the other: the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz takes Refresh Rate, the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor takes Screen Space. With the trade even, $174.98 is the tiebreaker, and the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz is the cheaper side of it.
Unless…
- You need screen space — get the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor.
At a Glance
Where each one actually leads
Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.
| Category | ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz | ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Space | 4.4/10 | 10/10 |
| Refresh Rate | 10/10 | 4.2/10 |
| Connectivity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Value | 10/10 | 6.2/10 |
The Split
What each one wins
ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz
Display option aimed at creator desks, gameplay viewing, and multi-purpose editing or streaming setups.
On paper the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz takes refresh rate (144Hz, +84Hz). It gives up resolution to the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor. It is the cheaper of the two, by $174.98.
Leads on
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Refresh Rate +84Hz144Hz60Hz
Higher refresh rate makes gameplay smoother on your gaming monitor.
ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor
Display option aimed at creator desks, gameplay viewing, and multi-purpose editing or streaming setups.
On paper the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor takes resolution (4K). It gives up refresh rate to the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz. That costs $174.98 more than the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz.
Leads on
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Resolution4K1440p
Higher resolution means more screen space for OBS, chat, and alerts.
Where they’re identical
These 5 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.
- Connection Type hdmi, displayport
- HDMI Ports 2
- DisplayPort Ports 1
- Dimensions 27-inch
- Panel Type IPS
The Record
7 specs, grouped by area
A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.
Bottom Line
Who each one is for
The ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz is the pick on the specs the catalog holds, but “better on paper” and “right for you” are different questions. Each case below names what the product is actually good at and who that suits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz and ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor?
The largest gap is refresh rate, where the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz leads — 144Hz against 60Hz. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 2 specs. They match on 5 specs, including connection type, HDMI ports and displayport ports. Two monitors from ASUS, each taking a different approach to color accuracy and screen real estate.
Which is better for streaming, ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz or ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor?
It is a toss-up — take the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz. Neither one leads on more of the chart than the other: the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz takes Refresh Rate, the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor takes Screen Space. With the trade even, $174.98 is the tiebreaker, and the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz is the cheaper side of it.
What do the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz and ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor have in common?
Both share 5 specifications in the catalog, including connection type (hdmi, displayport), HDMI ports (2), displayport ports (1) and dimensions (27-inch), among others. None of those is a reason to pick one over the other.
Is the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor worth the extra $175 over the ASUS VG27AQML1A 27" 144Hz?
The ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor costs $454.97 against $279.99, a difference of $175. The premium buys resolution (4K). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.