The AOC AGON U27G4R is a fast-paced dual-frame gaming monitor that offers versatility for enthusiasts on a budget.
AOC Debuts U27G4R Gaming Monitor: Featuring a 27-inch Display with 4K and FHD Resolutions, Boasting 160Hz and 320Hz Refresh Rates Respectively
AOC has introduced a new gaming monitor that aims to offer solutions for both fast-paced and immersive gaming by offering a dual-frame mode. The monitor AGON Gaming U27G4R is one of the first dual-frame gaming monitors that can display both 4K and FHD resolutions for gamers with a variety of needs.
The U27G4R brings a 27-inch display, equipped with a fast IPS panel that is highly responsive with 1ms GtG response time and supports up to 320 Hz of refresh rate. The monitor can support up to 160 Hz at 4K resolution, making it decently competitive with mid-range 4K gaming monitors, and also comes with plenty of modern tech such as Adaptive Sync support for tear-free gaming and HDR400 support for vivid image quality.
The U27G4R embodies our deep appreciation for the gaming community. We’ve listened to their needs and created a solution that eliminates the trade-off between resolution and refresh rate. With this monitor, gamers can immerse themselves in stunning UHD visuals for cinematic experiences, or switch to FHD for the ultra-fast performance required in competitive esports – all with a simple, seamless transition.
– César Acosta, Gaming Product Manager at AGON by AOC
With the 4K@160Hz mode, gamers can immerse themselves in open-world triple-A titles or anything they love to see in high definition without having to compromise on the smoothness. On the other hand, by switching to 1080p@320Hz, the U27G4R gets ready to deliver the ultra-smoothness needed to conquer enemies in games like CS2, Valorant, Apex Legends, and titles similar to them.
The U27G4R is also excellent at color reproduction, bringing color spaces of 124.7% sRGB and 95.9% DCI-P3 to achieve vibrant visuals. For connectivity, there are dual HDMI 2.1 ports, one DisplayPort 1.4, and a USB 3.1 hub with multiple USB connectors for easy peripheral connectivity.
Apart from the U27G4R, AOC has added three more gaming monitors to the G4 series, introducing 24″, 27″, and 34″ gaming monitors, all of them bringing decently high refresh rates of up to 200Hz. As for the pricing, the U27G4R dual-frame monitor is priced at £299, and the other three monitors are priced as follows:
- CU34G4: £289
- 24G4HA: £134
- 27G4HA: £154
