ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" vs Kuycon P40K
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27"
26.5" · 2560×1440 · OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 79cm
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Advantages of ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27"
| Specification | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" | Kuycon P40K |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 480 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.0 ms GTG | 8 ms GTG |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1300 nits | 450 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500,000 | 1:2,000 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 135% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 96% | sRGB 99% · DCI-P3 96% |
Advantages of Kuycon P40K
| Specification | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" | Kuycon P40K |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 26.5" | 40" |
| Resolution | 2560×1440 | 5120×2160 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 111 | 139 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 79cm | 63cm |
| SDR Brightness | 250 nits | 400 nits |
| Year | 2024 | 2025 |
Identical
| Specification | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" | Kuycon P40K |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium | G-SYNC Compatible |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | None |
| Ports | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | — | 100 W |
Summary
Sharpness: advantage Kuycon P40K
At 65cm, the Kuycon P40K is retina (139 PPI) while the ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" is not — you need to sit at least 79cm away for pixel-free viewing.
Brightness: advantage Kuycon P40K
The Kuycon P40K is 60% brighter in SDR (400 vs 250 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 450 vs 1300 nits.
All specifications
| Specification | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" 2024 | Kuycon P40K 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 26.5" | 40" (Better) |
| Resolution | 2560×1440 | 5120×2160 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 111 | 139 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 79cm | 63cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 480 Hz (Better) | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium | G-SYNC Compatible |
| Response Time | 0.0 ms GTG (Better) | 8 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | None |
| SDR Brightness | 250 nits | 400 nits (Better) |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1300 nits (Better) | 450 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500,000 (Better) | 1:2,000 |
| Ports | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | — | 100 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 135% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 96% (Better) | sRGB 99% · DCI-P3 96% |
| Year | 2024 | 2025 (Better) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" or Kuycon P40K?
The Kuycon P40K has 139 PPI compared to 111 PPI for the ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Kuycon P40K requires 63cm vs 79cm for the ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" to reach retina quality.
Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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