Asus rog swift pg35vq review in Spanish (full analysis)

If you take all the technology that a PC monitor that is invented and put it in one, then we get this Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ. The monitor with capital letters, because everything in it is impressive, and that is that Asus has implemented all its experience on a curved 35-inch Ultra Wide 1800R monitor with 3440x1440p resolution and no less than 200 Hz refresh rate.

This is just the tip of the iceberg, because we have Nvidia G-Sync Ultimate, Display HDR 1000 and a host of technology in a VA panel of a quality and simply extraordinary calibration, as we will see in this in-depth analysis. The best of all is its price, only 3, 000 euros, perfectly within the reach of any eccentric gamer who gives him the money.

We do not have enough, but at least we have had the great opportunity to analyze it and test it thanks to the confidence shown by Asus when transferring its product to us.

Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ technical features

Unboxing

We start with the Unboxing of this Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ, which comes in a huge box, which we recommend taking between two, since it weighs more than 20 Kg. This box has the entire exterior area with a black and glossy gray print with a photo of the monitor and its make and model. We have practically no information about its benefits.

To open the box correctly and more easily, we will have to stretch it and open its side and top cover and thus we will find two huge corks of expanded polystyrene protecting and storing all the parts and accessories of the monitor, which are:

• Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ Monitor Metal Feet External Power Cord and Power Supply (20V to 14A) USB Type-B Data Cable HDMI Video Cable Video Display Port Screws Wall Mount Rear Shield to Hide Port Panel Pouch with Housing and Projection Elements for Pedestal Lighting Installation Guide and Features Monitor Calibration Report

We don't miss absolutely anything, as everything you need is included within this huge bundle, so let's start by looking at the design.

Design

What design has a monitor with a cost of 3, 000 euros? Well we must say that it is quite sober and elegant, based entirely on hard plastic finishes for all the frames and the rear area of ​​the monitor. The color is traditional, that is, matte black with a very good anti-glare treatment on your screen.

Its design is clearly ultra wide or ultra wide, with 35 inches and an aspect ratio of 21: 9, the same format that is used in American films, so we will have an almost complete use of screen. But we also have a fairly pronounced curvature, specifically 1800 mm radius that will allow us better immersion in gaming. Because yes, this monitor is clearly oriented to gaming due to the features of its panel, which we will see in detail later.

Its physical frames are practically nil in both the upper and lateral areas, while in the lower area we have a 2.5 cm thick. But inside the panel itself we do notice these small edges strictly necessary for the terminations, we talk about 5 mm or little more. Definitely, a useful surface of more than 97% for this Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ.

Taking advantage of this image of its upper face, we have an environmental sensor that we can activate or deactivate from the configuration OSD panel. What it will allow us is an automatic adaptation of the screen brightness depending on the ambient lighting we have in the room.

It has the possibility of operating in both SDR and HDR mode, and likewise, we can activate or deactivate the auto Black Level function from this panel, which adapts the level of blacks and all grays to the environmental situation. In this way the monitor automatically improves the image quality for games that are especially dark.

As for the design of its back, the Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ is a really thick monitor, its 10 Kg of screen shows this, but it is that inside we have endless technology available to the user. This whole area is also made of rigid black plastic with a beautiful ROG-style decoration and the huge Asus logo with RGB lighting.

Inside the monitor, Asus has needed to place an active cooling system using a fan with the Asus Smart Fan Control function, or what is the same, it will only activate when it is really necessary. This will be when we activate the 200 Hz, or the HDR function where the monitor will be more demanding. The estimated noise is about 23 dB, so it is practically inaudible, and we have verified this during the days that we have used it.

Regarding the support arm, we have one entirely made of metal with a silver color and that weighs a lot. The clamping method allows vertical movement, and the truth is that it is a little small for the large monitor we have. This causes quite a lot of shaking on unstable tables and desks, so perhaps it's one of your only points for improvement. This arm has lighting both in the upper area and inside.

The ascent and descent system is as always hydraulic, and it is already pre-installed with the monitor. What we do have to mount are its legs, which have practically not changed compared to other models. A configuration of three arms, which take up a lot of space, although entirely made of metal and with very simple and fast coupling. We do not forget the large hole in the arm to route the monitor cables.

Ergonomics

This Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ allows us to move in all three axes of space thanks to the articulated support it has. The displacement from top to bottom allows us a range of 100 mm between the highest and lowest point.

We can also move it in the Z axis, and modify its horizontal orientation, at an angle of 35 degrees both left and right. And finally we can modify its vertical orientation at an angle of -6 down and 21 degrees up.

Ports and connections

We go to see the port panel of the Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ, which are all located in the lower area, being the following:

• Power connector HDMI 2.0 Display Port 1.4 Service port (plugged) USB 3.0 Type-B port for data 2x USB 3.1 Gen1 (3.0) for storage devices 3.5mm Jack connector as audio output

The location of the USB sticks is actually upgradeable, although we understand that due to the design it is not possible to place it elsewhere. Remember that we have a protector to install it on this back in the accessory box.

As for the video ports, HDMI supports the native resolution of the monitor, but at a maximum frequency of 100 Hz, while the DisplayPort port supports the native resolution and up to 200 Hz refresh rate. In short, while you can, you should use the DP.

illumination

Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ features three RGB LED lighting zones with Asus AURA Sync technology. This technology can be managed directly from the OSD panel, in the configuration section. And also from the AURA Sync software, although we need to install the monitor driver and have the USB Type-B cable connected to our equipment.

Here we can see the whole battery gives images with the different illuminated parts of the monitor. All of them support independent configuration and the typical animations of AURA technology. We should appreciate that the illumination of the Asus logo is quite dim, and almost goes unnoticed in light conditions.

Display and features

Surely it is the section where we will be the longest, since this Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ has a host of technology inside, and it is worth reflecting in the review.

This monitor has a VA panel of enormous quality, and excellent calibration as we will see later. We have a native resolution of 3440x1440p in 21: 9 ultra panoramic 35 ” format. It offers a standard brightness of 500 nits in SDR mode, although if we activate the HDR we will obtain an average of 750 nits with peaks of up to 1000. Something that is worth it to have obtained the Display HDR 1000 certification. The contrast ratio is 2500: 1 and it is capable of reaching a refresh rate of 200 Hz and only 2 ms of Gray to Gray response. This is something that has only been seen on this monitor, for the resolutions we have in our hands.

And behind the panel we have a WLED lamp that projects a pure blue light with a FALD system (full array local backlight) that divides the monitor into 512 independent zones where color is adjusted in real time from what is shown on the screen. In this way obtain extremely high brightness rate and a high quality HDR. You can not miss the variable refresh technology Nvidia G-Sync Ultimate, which offers greater benefits for Nvidia brand games.

Speaking a little more about its color space, Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ claims to have 90% DCI-P3 covered, thanks to a color wheel that supports 10 and up to 12 bits of depth, although depending on which frequencies and which connector we use. It also features a Delta E <2 factory calibration and full RGB / YUV444. Asus offers us a table where we can see the color format supported at different refresh rates:

* Only Windows 10 supports 8 bit HDR mode with RS4 dithering

As for other monitor image features, we have TUV Flicker Free certifications to reduce flickering from screen brightness and not force ourselves to so force our eyes, and up to 5-level blue light filter to protect eyesight.

In terms of more gaming-oriented solutions, the 3.5 Jack connector is surprising, because it incorporates a high-fidelity SABER ES9118 DAC for headphones. This DAC will provide us with a 16 bit and 48 KHz sound if we simply use an HDMI or DP connector, but if we also connect the USB Type-B, we can increase the performance to 24 bits and 192 KHz. For this we must activate the USB option in the OSD quick menu. In addition, it provides up to 125 dB SNR with -112 dB of harmonic distortion, practically as if we were using a high-performance sound card.

And we finish with the GameVisual function that offers us six image representation modes for FPS, RPG, Racing, sRGB, Cinema and stage mode through a list of options in the OSD. And the GamePlus function with which to activate custom crosshairs, a stopwatch, an FPS counter or the alignment of the screen.

As far as viewing angles are concerned, this VA panel offers 178 ° in both horizontal and vertical view. Translated into practice, we would say that we did not finish reaching those registers, since the color distortion occurs a little earlier, as can be seen in the images, although the curvature in this aspect does not accompany it either. Anyway, it is not an IPS panel, so we should give it some leeway.

Calibration and color proofing

We continue with the calibration section for this Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ in which we will see the color characteristics of the monitor, evaluating the calibration available from the factory and the brightness capacity. To do this, we are going to use the X-Rite Colormunki Display colorimeter together with its own calibration software for its adjustment, and the free HCFR software to monitor color characteristics.

This time we are going to divide the process into three sections, one for evaluating the sRGB color space, another for DCI-P3 and finally the results with the SDR function activated.

Brightness and Contrast

As always, we have proceeded first of all to measure the monitor's actual brightness and contrast characteristics. Due to its large size we have divided the panel into a 3 × 4 grid to see its maximum brightness, mind you, in its normal state without activating HDR (it should give 500 nits (cd / m ²)

As we can see, the values ​​are mainly fulfilled in the central area of ​​the screen, while in the external areas we are some units below. Something very positive is its great uniformity, there are no brightness peaks or very low values. Remember that with HDR at maximum, we will have peaks of up to 1000 nits.

contrast

As far as contrast is concerned, the specifications of the monitor indicate that we have 2500: 1, and with our colorimeter we have obtained one of 2300: 1. Again we have done it without the HDR activated and with the factory settings of the monitor, but we have been 200 units below. And it is that the blacks in this Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ are not as pure, as in an IPS panel.

SRGB color space

As always, we have made use of the internal HCFR color palette to compare colors and graphics. And in this case we see that, especially the grays are very well calibrated already with the stock configuration of the monitor.

Similarly, the sRGB color space is almost 100% fulfilled except for small variations in the three vertices, which of course may be due to the area we have chosen on the panel to capture these colors.

In general we see graphs quite well adjusted to the reference considered ideal (dotted lines). Above all, we point out a perfect level of RGB color with the three lines perfectly aligned at 100% and the magenta completely stable at 1.

The color temperature is perfectly adjusted to 6500K, the reference temperature where the user's sight is most comfortable. Continuing with the black and white graphics, we have an almost perfect fit too, especially in whites, while in blacks the deviation is only 0.7%.

DCI-P3 color space

Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ has a 90% DCI-P3 color space, which is not bad for a VA panel and not IPS, so it could work very well for designers and content creators.

In its respective color palette, we see an even better fit than the sRGB, with many more registers within the Delta E <2, enough that the human eye is not able to differentiate between real and displayed color on the monitor. In fact, the sensitivity of the eye is much higher in grays, and here we see that the registers are almost perfect and close to 0.

Again, the adjustment in the edges of the CIE graph is very good, although the level in the greens is what seals not reaching 100%. In the same way, the gamma and luminance adjustment in this space is much better than in the previous one, remaining practically perfect in the other graphics.

SDR brightness on

SDR is the Standard Dynamic Range function, or what has been the standard brightness function of the monitor, with which a user can obtain a perfect brightness value for the representation of colors. By default we have it disabled on the monitor, so we will have to go to the OSD configuration section and there we will have it.

Performing a new round of property captures under the DCI-P3 color space yields the following results:

DCI-P3 + SDR

To start, we see a near-perfect color palette, with a Delta E value <2 in virtually all sampled colors. That is why we say that this panel is also suitable for use by designers, its calibration is scandalous. The rest of the graphics are still as accurate as in the previous revision, while an improvement in the color space is noted through the CIE diagram.

We can say then that this Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ has an almost perfect calibration, a color balance completely adjusted to the needs of users, both gamers and designers, not needing an extra user calibration at any time. Great work from Asus, proving why this monitor is expensive.

User experience

Multimedia and cinema

With Display HDR 1000, ultra-wide configuration and curvature, this monitor is the best ally when it comes to playing multimedia content. The immersive capacity and that 21: 9 format will be ideal for American movies and series, since practically all of them work in this aspect mode.

Gaming

This monitor has definitely been conceived for gaming, with a very fast VA panel and a refresh rate that, if we are not mistaken, is the highest view ever on a monitor of these characteristics and size. But of course, this combination today is unattainable for a graphics card, even two working in parallel, since at resolutions of the 4K environment we have only reached 60 FPS and little more. So, in short, it is a demonstration of the brand's power.

Of course, its extreme visual quality and curvature are ideal for example for RPG games, puzzles or simulators of all kinds, although much better for driving. For the simple fact of having an incredibly wide field of vision, just as our sight is.

But when it comes to competitive games, it is not a recommended monitor, simply because it is so huge. Rescaling to low resolutions such as Full HD will cause us to lose visual quality and especially wasted space on the screen. A competitive player doesn't want such a wide range of vision, as the HUD and game status and chat would be quite uncomfortable to see if we need to constantly be turning our eyes sideways. The star configuration here will be the 27-inch Full HD monitors and TN panel.

Design

Finally we must talk about its performance in design. As we have seen in the calibration section, the capabilities of this panel are undeniable, even if they are not IPS. Its Delta E calibration in SDR is just perfect, and it supports 10 and 12 bit modes. There is also its enormous size, with which you can open several programs simultaneously and at high resolution, especially for creators of multimedia content with 90% DCI-P3.

In such a case, we have no choice but to say that it is a suitable monitor for design work. Although it is also true that the cost is very high, and on the market are monitors without curvature with incredible cheaper IPS panels and with Thunderbolt 3.

OSD panel

To operate with the OSD panel of this Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ we will have to go to the right rear area, where we find a total of 3 buttons (the bottom is to pay and turn on) and a joystick for better control, something that is always to thank.

With the buttons that are just below the joystick we can take out two quick menus, the first one for selecting the input source and volume, and the second one with the GamePlus function where we can activate an FPS counter, align a multi-screen system, or activate a timer among others. With the third button we will be directly changing the video source.

In the main panel, which has a traditional Asus look, we have a total of 7 different sections. The first of them only serves to enable overclocking of 200 Hz, as long as we have the monitor connected to the DisplayPort, as we said before.

Otherwise, it has the same options as the rest of the brand's monitors, although specific options such as GameVisual, HDR, AURA lighting, SDR, among others, are included. We can spend a good time here touching parameters until we leave the image to our liking, or select one of those that are already predefined.

We recommend activating the SDR brightness for perfect color quality when we are working, and HDR when we are playing.

To activate HDR we will have to go to the Windows screen settings and activate the option " Use HDR games and applications " whenever the one we are going to use allows it.

In addition, we recommend also go to the Nvidia control panel (if we have it) and within "change resolution" activate the " Nvidia color settings " option. Here we must choose the options that we see in the capture, and thus enjoy the maximum range of colors that the monitor supports.

Final words and conclusion about Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ

I wanted to do a somewhat shorter and more concrete review, but even so it has come out quite long, and this Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ is the most powerful monitor that Asus has ever built.

We highlight its sensational calibration, a VA panel, yes, but of a quality that exceeds many IPS. Delta E <2 in the entire color palette with SDR activated, excellent uniformity in brightness and an HDR 1000 Display that gives us exceptional quality in games and movies.

Its curvature 1800R with format 21: 9 and 35 inches is perfect for viewing content, playing in campaign mode or simulators and also creating content, CAD, image or video, the panel allows it and its resolution too. We don't see it as the best option for competitive, for the simple fact of being very large, but 200 Hz and 2 ms response have never been seen on a similar monitor. We even have Nvidia G-SYNC Ultimate, Flicker Free, GameVisual, GamePlus as exclusive gaming technologies.

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Its design has nothing remarkable, at least on the front, yes, almost non-existent frames and excellent anti-glare. At the back we have 3 RGB AURA zones, although the most visible will be the projection of the logo. The other two, well, there they are, but they will go unnoticed. Its ergonomics is also perfect within the possibilities of such a large monitor, movement in all three axes and great travel in all of them. Something improvable is its grip system, since it wobbles a lot.

The scare comes when it comes to seeing its price, because it went on the market for about 3, 000 euros. Although beware, we can already see it in some places around 2600 euros, which are more attractive prices than for example the Swift PG27UQ. Everything will depend on how the market evolves, but today, it is a cost within the reach of very few, despite being unique.

ADVANTAGE	DISADVANTAGES
+ ALL THE TECHNOLOGY IMPLEMENTED IN ITS PANEL	- ITS PRICE
+ HUGE IMAGE QUALITY AND COLORS	- GRIP SYSTEM TO THE BASE
+ ULTRA WIDE, 35 ", 21: 9, G-SYNC AND DISPLAY HDR 1000
+ CALIBRATION AND DELTA E <2 EXTRAORDINARY
+ HIGH PERFORMANCE IN GAMING WITH 200 HZ AND 2 MS
+ USB CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATED HIFI DAC

The Professional Review team awarded him the platinum medal:

Asus ROG Swift PG35VQ

DESIGN - 98%

CALIBRATION - 98%

PANEL - 100%

BASE - 96%

MENU OSD - 99%

GAMES - 100%

PRICE - 85%

97%