Review: Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ

Conclusion

The Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ isn't an easy product to summarise. It is very late to market, hugely expensive, and carries a lengthy list of caveats that dampen its appeal as the ultimate gaming monitor.

These include, but aren't limited to, an undesirable FALD halo effect, off-putting fan noise, and a DisplayPort 1.4 connection whose available bandwidth prevents users from running 10-bit HDR at the native 3,440x1,440.

For most users, there are one too many compromises given the £2,700 price point, but for enthusiast gamers who choose to live on the bleeding edge, the ROG Swift PG35VQ still has plenty offer. The panel's resolution, refresh rate and HDR credentials do combine to create one of the very best PC gaming experiences currently available, though just be aware that this isn't necessarily a plug-and-play solution. Getting the most out of the PG35VQ requires frequent tweaks to the setup, as some games prefer an FALD adjustment, others benefit from varying levels of overdrive, and there's the question of 10-bit HDR at 144Hz, or 8-bit at 200Hz.

Bottom line: owners may find they spend more time tweaking the PG35VQ than they do enjoying it, but find the sweet spot and your games-playing experience gets dialled up to 11.

Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ

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