ASUS launches 24:9 ROG Strix XG129C touchscreen for desktop monitoring
ASUS has announced the ROG Strix XG129C, a secondary display built for system monitoring, chat windows, streaming controls, and desktop shortcuts. It is only 12.3 inches, but it still carries a full gaming monitor product name, as if the monitor category demanded confusing names.
The ROG Strix XG129C uses a 12.3-inch IPS panel with a 1920×720 resolution and 24:9 aspect ratio (also known as a frontend UI designer nightmare). ASUS says this format gives the screen more vertical space than similarly sized 32:9 panels and reduces black bars when showing 16:9 content.
The panel supports 10-point capacitive touch, a 75Hz refresh rate, 300 nits brightness, 1200:1 contrast ratio, 125% sRGB coverage, and 90% DCI-P3 coverage. ASUS lists the display surface as glossy and rates the panel for 176-degree viewing angles.
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ASUS is also bundling a one-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription with ROG SensorPanel themes. The idea is simple: the XG129C can sit under a main monitor and show CPU temperature, GPU load, fan speed, memory usage, clocks, and other live system data. ( @ROG )
Connectivity includes two USB-C ports and HDMI 1.2. ASUS says one USB-C connection can handle power, video, and touch data when connected to a compatible device with DisplayPort Alt Mode and at least 10W power output. The monitor also has 20W USB-C Power Delivery, a built-in adjustable kickstand, and a 1/4-inch tripod socket. The XG129C weighs 0.56 kg with its stand and 0.51 kg without it.
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ASUS has not published pricing on its US product page yet, although early retail and regional listings point to a price of $199 in the US, $269 CAD in Canada, AUD $299 in Australia, and €239.90 in Europe including VAT. At this price, I would just buy another standard monitor.
ROG Strix XG129C Touchscreen Gaming Monitor – 12.3-inch 1920 x 720 (24:9) IPS panel, 10-point touch, 125% sRGB, 90% DCI‑P3, 75Hz refresh rate, AIDA64 Extreme Bundle, USB-C ® , HDMI ® 1.2, ergonomic kickstand, tripod socket
- 24:9 IPS Display: 1920 x 720 offers more vertical viewing area with fewer black bars
- 12.3-Inch Form Factor: Slim and ultrawide display fits perfectly underneath a primary monitor
- 10-Point Touch Control: Smooth, precise multi-finger input for apps, hotkeys, and OSD interaction
- AIDA64 Extreme System Monitoring: Bundled 1‑year subscription with exclusive ROG SensorPanel for real‑time hardware stats
- Exceptional Color Performance: 125% sRGB and 90% DCI‑P3 for consistent, vibrant visuals
- Flexible Connectivity: Dual USB-C® (one with 20W Power Delivery) and HDMI® 1.2
- Intuitive Software Control: ASUS DisplayWidget Center and ASUS Control Panel for easy monitor setting adjustments and app control
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