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Manufacturer codeQ27G42XNE
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About the AOC Q27G42XNE
AOC Q27G42XNE is listed in the computer monitors category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"); display resolution: 2560 x 1440 pixels; panel type: Fast VA; maximum refresh rate: 180 Hz. This entry covers manufacturer code Q27G42XNE. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 68.6 cm (27") display is specified at 2560 x 1440 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
The listed maximum refresh rate is 180 Hz. To use it, the source device, cable, resolution and input must all support the intended mode. Refresh rate is separate from response time and input lag.
- Screen size
- 68.6 cm (27")
- Screen resolution
- 2560 x 1440 pixels
- Panel type
- Fast VA
- Maximum refresh rate
- 180 Hz
- Response time
- 1 ms
- Display brightness (typical)
- 300 cd/m²
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AOC Q27G42XNE specifications
Manufacturer code: Q27G42XNE · Icecat product 125095741 · Checked 17 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 68.6 cm (27") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels |
| Panel type | Fast VA |
| Maximum refresh rate | 180 Hz |
| Response time | 1 ms |
| Display brightness (typical) | 300 cd/m² |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| HDMI ports | 2 |
| DisplayPort connections | 1 |
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Audio & listening7 details
| Digital horizontal frequency | 30 - 270 kHz |
|---|---|
| Digital vertical frequency | 48 - 180 Hz |
| Number of speakers | 2 |
| Rated audio power (RMS) | 4 W |
| Built-in speakers | Yes |
| Headphone out | Yes |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
Display15 details
| Display technology | LED |
|---|---|
| Touchscreen | No |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Screen shape | Flat |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 5000:1 |
| Viewing angle, horizontal | 178° |
| Viewing angle, vertical | 178° |
| Display number of colours | 16.7 million colours |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 68.58 cm |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | High Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10) |
| Colour gamut standard | Adobe RGB, DCI-P3, sRGB |
| AMD FreeSync refresh rate range | 48 - 310 Hz |
| On Screen Display (OSD) | Yes |
| On Screen Display (OSD) languages | Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Czech, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Croatian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Ukrainian |
| Native refresh rate | 60 Hz |
Processor, memory & storage1 detail
| Frameless design | Yes |
|---|
Connections & wireless7 details
| Built-in USB hub | No |
|---|---|
| HDMI | Yes |
| HDMI version | 2.0 |
| DisplayPort version | 1.4 |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| Panel mounting interface | 100 x 100 mm |
| HDMI cable length | 1.8 m |
Power & battery9 details
| Energy efficiency class (SDR) | E |
|---|---|
| Energy efficiency class (HDR) | G |
| Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours | 21 kWh |
| Energy consumption (HDR) per 1000 hours | 34 kWh |
| Power consumption (typical) | 27 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.5 W |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.3 W |
| Power supply type | Internal |
| Energy efficiency scale | A to G |
Controls & features2 details
| Shadow control | Yes |
|---|---|
| Motion blur reduction | Yes |
Design & dimensions12 details
| Product colour | Black, Red |
|---|---|
| Front bezel colour | Black |
| VESA mounting | Yes |
| Height adjustment | No |
| Width (with stand) | 613.9 mm |
| Depth (with stand) | 197.6 mm |
| Height (with stand) | 449.6 mm |
| Weight (with stand) | 3.7 kg |
| Width (without stand) | 613.9 mm |
| Depth (without stand) | 51 mm |
| Height (without stand) | 366.3 mm |
| Weight (without stand) | 3.31 kg |
Software & compatibility2 details
| Brand specific technologies | Crosshair |
|---|---|
| Certification | WEEE,REACH compliant,RoHs compliant |
Further product details26 details
| HD type | Quad HD |
|---|---|
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Backlight type | W-LED |
| Response time measurement type | GTG (Gray to Gray) |
| Response time (MPRT) | 0.5 ms |
| Pixel density | 108.7 ppi |
| sRGB coverage (typical) | 127.8% |
| Adobe RGB coverage | 89.2% |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 93.1% |
| VESA Adaptive Sync support | Yes |
| Flicker-free technology | Yes |
| Low Blue Light technology | Yes |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| Detachable stand | Yes |
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Tilt adjustment | Yes |
| Tilt angle range | -3 - 21° |
| Number of OSD languages | 19 |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Doesn't contain | Mercury, PVC/BFR |
| Low input lag | Yes |
| FPS counter | Yes |
| Dial point | Yes |
| Bezel thickness type | Frameless |
Packaging & supplied accessories6 details
| Package width | 690 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 126 mm |
| Package height | 454 mm |
| Package weight | 5.96 kg |
| Cables included | AC, HDMI, DisplayPort |
| Warranty period | 3 year(s) |
Specifications describe the supplied product data, not measured review results. Battery life, range and performance figures are source claims and can vary with use.
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