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Acer Nitro XV320QU vs BenQ PD3225U: Comparison
Acer Nitro XV320QU and BenQ PD3225U separate most on refresh rate: Acer Nitro XV320QU at 170 Hz, BenQ PD3225U at 60 Hz, 65% in favour of Acer Nitro XV320QU. They match on panel type, aspect ratio and hdr formats.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Brand | Acer | BenQ |
| Model Number | XV320QU | PD3225U |
| Screen Size | 32 | 31.5 in-2% |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 170 Hz | 60 Hz-65% |
| Response Time | 1ms (VRB) | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | AMD FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible | AMD FreeSync |
| Series | Nitro | Designer PD |
| Color Gamut | ~95%+ DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB, 100% Rec.709, 98% DCI-P3 |
| HDR Formats | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Ports | DisplayPort 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.0, built-in KVM switch | Thunderbolt 3 in (85W PD, DP Alt Mode), Thunderbolt 3 out (15W), DisplayPort 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.0, USB-C + 3x USB-A downstream |
Verdict
Acer Nitro XV320QU
7.8 / 10 Expert Rating
A practical, larger-format value gaming monitor whose built-in KVM switch adds real convenience for dual-PC users.
BenQ PD3225U
8.3 / 10 Expert Rating
A specialist 4K monitor whose CAD/CAM modes and SD card reader make it a strong pick for architecture, engineering, and photo workflows.