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ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM — 27″ QHD OLED · 240Hz · True 10-bit
ASUS

ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM

27″ QHD OLED · 240Hz · True 10-bit

92
/ 100
From $999
VS
Apple Pro Display XDR — 32″ · 6K Mini-LED XDR · 60Hz
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
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Tie

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM more score per dollar ($999 vs $4,999).

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

ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM versus Apple Pro Display XDR — full spec comparison
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.

Which is the better value, ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM or Apple Pro Display XDR? +

ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM — more score per dollar ($999 vs $4,999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.