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Acer Nitro VG272U vs Cooler Master GM27-FQS: Comparison
Acer Nitro VG272U and Cooler Master GM27-FQS separate most on refresh rate: Acer Nitro VG272U at 180 Hz, Cooler Master GM27-FQS at 165 Hz, 8% in favour of Acer Nitro VG272U. They match on panel type, resolution and aspect ratio.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Brand | Acer | Cooler Master |
| Model Number | VG272U Mbmiipx | GM27-FQS |
| Screen Size | 27 | 27 in |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 180 Hz | 165 Hz-8% |
| Adaptive Sync | AMD FreeSync Premium | AMD FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible |
| Series | Nitro VG272U | Cooler Master Gaming GM27-FQS |
| Color Gamut | ~90% DCI-P3 | 90% DCI-P3 |
| HDR Formats | None | HDR10 |
Verdict
Acer Nitro VG272U
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely fast budget QHD gaming monitor that sacrifices ergonomics and HDR to hit an aggressive price point.
Cooler Master GM27-FQS
7.7 / 10 Expert Rating
A competent first-generation gaming monitor from a trusted PC hardware brand, competitive on specs if not yet on software polish.