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Acer Nitro VG272U vs MSI MP161: Comparison
Acer Nitro VG272U and MSI MP161 separate most on refresh rate: Acer Nitro VG272U at 180 Hz, MSI MP161 at 60 Hz, 67% in favour of Acer Nitro VG272U. Screen Size splits them by another 42%, again favouring Acer Nitro VG272U. They match on panel type and aspect ratio.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Brand | Acer | MSI |
| Model Number | VG272U Mbmiipx | MP161 |
| Screen Size | 27 | 15.6-42% |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 180 Hz | 60 Hz-67% |
| Response Time | 1ms (VRB) | 5ms (GtG) |
| Adaptive Sync | AMD FreeSync Premium | None |
| Series | Nitro VG272U | MP161 |
| Color Gamut | ~90% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB |
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.
MSI MP161
7.1 / 10 Expert Rating
A standard IPS panel elevated by a genuinely sturdier aluminum chassis than most budget rivals offer.