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Acer Nitro XV320QU vs Dell S2721DGF: Comparison
Acer Nitro XV320QU vs Dell S2721DGF refresh rate compared
Expect a near tie. The closest thing to a difference is refresh rate, Acer Nitro XV320QU 170 Hz against Dell S2721DGF 165 Hz. Screen size runs the same way, 32 in on the Acer Nitro XV320QU versus 27 in on the Dell S2721DGF, another win for Acer Nitro XV320QU. Hdr formats is not the same on both, HDR10 on the Acer Nitro XV320QU versus VESA DisplayHDR 400 on the Dell S2721DGF. There is a split on adaptive sync as well, AMD FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible on the Acer Nitro XV320QU versus AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible on the Dell S2721DGF. Color gamut is not the same on both, ~95%+ DCI-P3 on the Acer Nitro XV320QU versus 98% DCI-P3 on the Dell S2721DGF.
Acer Nitro XV320QU vs Dell S2721DGF: which one fits your build
The Acer Nitro XV320QU is the one to take for Dual-PC users wanting a built-in KVM switch and casual to mid-level gamers upgrading from 1080p, though it is the wrong buy for pixel-density purists wanting maximum sharpness at 1440p and competitive players wanting sub-1ms OLED-class response. It also earns its place with buyers wanting a larger 1440p canvas without a 4K price tag. Buy the Dell S2721DGF for buyers who want accurate colors without extra calibration and gamers who value warranty support, though it is not the pick for buyers wanting aggressive gaming aesthetics and anyone chasing real HDR contrast. Our rating of the Acer Nitro XV320QU (7.8/10): A practical, larger-format value gaming monitor whose built-in KVM switch adds real convenience for dual-PC users. Our rating of the Dell S2721DGF (8.5/10): A quietly excellent all-rounder gaming monitor backed by an industry-leading warranty.
What Acer Nitro XV320QU and Dell S2721DGF have in common
The common ground is wider than the gap: resolution, panel type and aspect ratio are identical here.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- IPS
- Dell S2721DGF
- IPS
Brand
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- Acer
- Dell S2721DGF
- Dell
Model Number
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- XV320QU
- Dell S2721DGF
- S2721DGF
Screen Size
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- 32 inBest
- Dell S2721DGF
- 27 in-16%
Resolution
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
- Dell S2721DGF
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Aspect Ratio
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- 16:9
- Dell S2721DGF
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- 170 HzBest
- Dell S2721DGF
- 165 Hz-3%
Response Time
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- 1ms (VRB)
- Dell S2721DGF
- 1ms (GTG)
Adaptive Sync
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- AMD FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible
- Dell S2721DGF
- AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible
Series
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- Nitro
- Dell S2721DGF
- Dell Gaming S2721DGF
Color Gamut
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- ~95%+ DCI-P3
- Dell S2721DGF
- 98% DCI-P3
HDR Formats
- Acer Nitro XV320QU
- HDR10
- Dell S2721DGF
- VESA DisplayHDR 400
Which one should you pick?
Choose Acer Nitro XV320QU if you want the higher screen size (32 in vs 27 in) and the higher refresh rate (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).
Choose Dell S2721DGF if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
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.
Dell S2721DGF
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A quietly excellent all-rounder gaming monitor backed by an industry-leading warranty.