ASUS
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM
27″ QHD OLED · 240Hz · True 10-bit
92
/ 100
From $999
VS
Apple
Apple Pro Display XDR
32″ · 6K Mini-LED XDR · 60Hz
92
/ 100
From $4,999
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM lands at 92 and Apple Pro Display XDR at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM if…
- ✓QD-OLED with 1300-nit highlight peak
- ✓Built-in heatsink for sustained brightness
- ✓USB-C 90W power delivery
Pick Apple Pro Display XDR if…
- ✓Current panel tech
- ✓Strong factory calibration
- ✓Modern connectivity
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM 92
vs 92 Apple Pro Display XDR
Score breakdown
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM
92 display 95
motion 95
hdr 92
gaming 96
ergonomics 88
value 84
color 0
features 0
Apple Pro Display XDR
92 display 0
motion 72
hdr 92
gaming 0
ergonomics 0
value 0
color 92
features 90
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM | Apple Pro Display XDR |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 27″ QD-OLED | — |
| Resolution | 2560×1440 | — |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | — |
| Response time | 0.03 ms (GtG) | — |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | — |
| Connectivity | 2× HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 DSC, USB-C 90W | — |
| Panel | — | 6K Mini-LED XDR |
| Size | — | 32" |
| Refresh | — | 60Hz |
| Release year | — | 2019 |
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM
Pros
- +QD-OLED with 1300-nit highlight peak
- +Built-in heatsink for sustained brightness
- +USB-C 90W power delivery
Cons
- −QHD only, not 4K
- −Reflective screen
- −OSD joystick fiddly
Apple Pro Display XDR
Pros
- +Current panel tech
- +Strong factory calibration
- +Modern connectivity
Cons
- −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
- −HDR varies by model
- −OLED burn-in risk
FAQ: ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM vs Apple Pro Display XDR
Which is better, ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM or Apple Pro Display XDR? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM worth the price? +
At $999, ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in gaming.
Is Apple Pro Display XDR worth the price? +
At $4,999, Apple Pro Display XDR delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in color.
Does ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM or Apple Pro Display XDR last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.