ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM5A computer monitor 68.6 cm (27") 1920 x 1080 pixels Full HD LCD Black

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The ASUS TUF Gaming VG279QM5A is a decent “proper gaming monitor for the money” pick if you’re building a budget-but-serious setup. For £166.52 ex-VAT, it’s hard to ignore if your goal is fast, smooth gameplay on a 27" screen without paying flagship pricing. ASUS tends to do the tuning fairly well in the TUF line, and in real office terms it’s also a good size if you bounce between spreadsheets and games—27" Full HD is comfortable as long as you don’t sit super close.

That said, I’d push back a little: a 27" Full HD panel can look a bit soft compared with higher-resolution options, especially for anyone doing lots of detailed work (CAD, design, or just lots of text). If your team mainly uses the monitors for productivity, you may be happier spending a bit more to step up resolution. If it’s mainly for gaming or quick-turn viewing where motion smoothness matters most, then yes—this is a sensible buy. For mixed-use in a busy IT environment, I’d only recommend it if you know your users won’t be picky about sharpness.