Hello from ASUS [official rep]

[Chief Blur Buster]

I want to add that I've seen prototypes new superior TN panels (8-bit, 10-bit). While IPS is usually better and more colorful, the best TN panel I've seen is more colorful than the worst IPS panel I've seen. The ROG PG278Q, reportedly, uses an improved 8-bit TN panel, instead of using 6-bit FRC. Though it needs a good thorough test, it is noteworthy that 120Hz IPS is not yet fast enough to permit low-persistence strobing operation (e.g. LightBoost, ULMB) which is also included in the ASUS ROG PG278Q and can eliminate motion blur (the type found at http://www.testufo.com/eyetracking). The lack of official 120Hz IPS availability could change over time, but it appears that 2014 probably isn't the year yet for "LightBoost"-capable IPS.

Guest ASUSTECHMKT will be responding to questions, catching up on this thread gradually over a time period (several days, likely). If you already asked questions, wait for a response rather than asking/reposting new questions. (Send me a PM if you think a question might have been missed, and I'll make sure it's in the queue).

[ASUSTECHMKT]

Hi ASUS!

I asked ASUS to sponsor a G-Sync equipped VG248QE or a G-Sync DIY kit for the VG248QE I already own in order for me to properly review the improved G-Sync color accuracy. I have all the needed hardware and software equipment to do so. A review like that would serve ASUS well since the majority of reviews give VG248QE a really bad score for having awful colors. I never heard back from ASUS, but the matter is closed as I am about to sell my VG248QE and purchase a superior gaming monitor - Eizo Foris FG2421.

I also think your pricing for the upcoming ASUS ROG TN panel is outrageous because no TN panel is worth that much.

As I am sure you can imagine we receive an extended number of inquiries for samples for various purposes but only have a limited qty for media review and exposure. With that noted we are looking into opportunities to work more closely with the community on opportunities for analysis and exposure.

In regards to the pricing we have provided alot of information on the extent level of customization and development invested into the SWIFT. This translates into a higher than average cost for a TN because it features much more than a standard TN panel

Customized ID with ultra thin bezel
Custom TN high refresh rate WQHD 8 bit panel
G-SYNC module
USB 3.0 Hub

All of this and goes into the cost of design and development and the final MSRP projected for the monitor. As hardware cost come down and tooling and other manufacturing aspects improve you will of course see this type of monitors pricing come down.

[ASUSTECHMKT]

Can you guys start offering gaming screens with semi-glossy screens in addition to matte ?

The choice of Polarizer / Screen type is a difficult one as users have varying opinions We are actively looking to the community as a whole for more feedback on this. If we can get sufficient unique feedback from various users interested in glossy compared to AG / Matte based Polarizers then of course it is something we will consider.

As always feedback is appreciated! Thanks!

[ASUSTECHMKT]

is there any chance of Asus release a lcd of 200hz? has news about the G-SYNC, which mentions that monitors with177hz would be launched:
http://www.blurbusters.com/gsync-vg248qe-177hz/

At this time no but we are continually looking at new panels that offer higher performance. The aspect to keep in mind is that overclocking / over driving displays while possible is very outside of the scope of offering that same product with those specifications on a mass production scale that meets the level of consistency that is important to users considering the product. In addition balancing how that performance metric increase influences other experiential factors of the monitors performance.

[ASUSTECHMKT]

Great to have you here JJ. Asus has a ton of people waiting for this monitor. Any update on the timeline? There is some speculation that due to the Asus Anti reflection film poll the Swift has been delayed.

Speculation is just that speculation. We have consistently communicated we were looking at Q2 time frame and we are still looking at mid to late Q2 time frame. We are hoping to have a formal mechanism to allow users to sign up for an alert as more information becomes available. With that noted I will do my best to provide updates here in the community and to Mark as well as at our PCDIY.ASUS.COM website. Outside of that as is the case with any new product that is under design and developed we are striving to produce a product that aligns with the wants and needs of our users and the enthusiast display community. While there has been definite vocal feedback from a segment of users who have a preference for glossy monitors this has not impacted our designed and development where we more focused on optimization, firmware tuning, electronics package considerations and numerous other factors that are part of the production of this monitor. In the end this adds up to us trying to ensure once it is release we have tried to factor in as much feedback as possible to put out a monitor that aligns with the wants and needs of our users and community member considering the SWIFT. As always stay tuned for more information.

[boniek]

What is color quality degradation of ROG monitor when running higher refresh rates?

[ASUSTECHMKT]

Welcome to the forum! I have to say my VG248QE G-sync is the best monitor I've ever owned and the color quality is impressive for a TN (at least after significant calibration.) Unfortunately it still has the same color banding issues as other TN panels due to the 6 bit color processing.

My question is: Why has Asus never produced an 8 bit TN monitor before now? We already pay a premium for 120/144 Hz monitors so why not put the best panel possible in? Or is it simply that panel manufacturers have never produced an 8 bit TN panel before?

This is a tricky one as part of it is perception and acceptance on panel performance / experience. As users continue to refine their wants and needs based on continually improving display quality ( across all of our devices that offers displays ) it becomes a driver to want to see these improvements in more and more products. With this in mind I feel this is why we are seeing more of users want an everything monitor ( IPS/PLS class color accuracy and reproduction, TN refresh rate and response, customized electronics and firmware for tuning flexibility along with specialized operating modes ). With this in mind you can continue to expect to see more and more panels offering improvement specifications providing a better experience overall.

[ASUSTECHMKT]

2 things i would like to know:
1: Will there be improved version of g sync DIY units coming out this year (with more ULMB refresh rates and other improvements) especially for the VG248QE in particular (Love this monitor, i been using CRT until it came out and i saw a great sale on it )

2: Did Nvidia ever thought of allowing user to set an option for desired FPS ingame through Nvidia experience optimizer so it would tweak the setting to reach that FPS mark. That would help a lot of ppl unfamiliar with video settings to achieve higher framerate needed for competitive gaming and things like backlight strobing

Sorry cannot answer either of these. Our focus is on finished products. for DIY kits this is something that NVIDIA drove and if there are changes or continued product development for these type of options NVIDIA would need to clarify this information

As to the second question there are a lot of complex aspects to target FPS adjustment. As NVIDIA has already begun to refine the tuning parameters for GeForce experience ( like a slider between performance and quality ) I think it is already offering a simplified and accessible approach to quickly tuning your game engine IQ settings to higher frame rates vs higher image quality.

[ASUSTECHMKT]

It would be nice to have low blue light option on all new monitors by default (not as a software, like f.lux, but as a hardware solution). Supposedly it makes reading easier and that is what most of us are doing mostly on our computers.

we are looking at number of aspects and it is actually firmware programming. With that noted this will be a focus for us in monitor development going forward. Thanks for the feedback! As always it is appreciated.

[Chief Blur Buster]

On the eye friendly department, I would like to note that all GSYNC monitors will be PWM-free, since the GSYNC upgrade turned the ASUS VG248QE into a PWM-free monitor. I am pretty sure NVIDIA knows that GSYNC needs to eliminate PWM-artifacting during variable refresh rate motion, and as a side effect, that also improves eye-friendliness.