ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42"
41.5" OLED · 3840× 2160 · 106 PPI
Optimal Viewing Distance
82cm
Retina distance: 82.3cm / 32.4in
Too Close
< 25cm
Perfect Zone
82cm
Good Zone
1.2m
Acceptable Zone
2.1m
Too Far
3.3m
82cm Perfect Zone
Retina quality — pixels are invisible at this distance.
1.2m Good Zone
Sharp image — slightly past the ideal distance but still excellent.
2.1m Acceptable Zone
The screen appears smaller — you're starting to miss fine details.
3.3m Too Far
You're not using your screen's full resolution. Move closer.
Specifications
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Model | ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" |
| Screen Size | 41.5" |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 |
| Panel | OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 138 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | G-SYNC Compatible |
| Response Time | 0.1 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | None |
| SDR Brightness | 450 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1000 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 |
| Ports | 4x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 133% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 94% |
| Viewing Angle | 178° — Excellent |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 106 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Year | 2022 |
Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)
#64 / 67in category
93 PPI106 PPI224 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness
#7 / 67in category
250 nits1000 nits2000 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut
#31 / 63in category
79%98%100%
Refresh Rate138 Hz
StandardHighUltra
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the optimal viewing distance for the ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42"?
The optimal viewing distance for the ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" (41.5") is approximately 82cm. At this distance, individual pixels become invisible to the human eye.
What is the PPI of the ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42"?
The ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" has a pixel density of 106 PPI (pixels per inch) with a 3840×2160 resolution on a 41.5" display.
Is the ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" good for desktop work?
With 106 PPI and a 41.5" OLED display, the ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" is very good for desktop work when viewed from the recommended distance of 82cm.
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.
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